Comparison

PolyCore TD vs Tile Wars

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PolyCore TD

Defend a central turret against waves of geometric enemies in this arcade tower defense game. Earn XP to level up and choose from randomized upgrades to create unique combat strategies. Compete on global leaderboards and enjoy a synthwave aesthetic.

Highlights
  • Central turret defense
  • Randomized upgrade system
  • Roguelite progression
  • 20 challenging missions
  • Dynamic enemy types
  • Global leaderboards
  • Synthwave aesthetic
Features
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Welcome to PolyCore TD, an intense arcade tower defense and survival game where your tactical choices determine your fate. Take control of a heavily armored central turret and fend off relentless waves of aggressive geometric shapes! As you destroy enemies, you will earn XP and level up. With every level, you get to choose from a randomized selection of powerful upgrades. Will you enhance your primary minigun with multi-shot, pierce, and ricochet rounds? Or will you equip your turret with heavy artillery like Mortars, Orbital Lasers, and Tesla Coils? Every run is unique! FEATURES: • EPIC ARSENAL: Unlock and upgrade 8 special attachments including Micro Missiles, Flamethrowers, Auto Shotguns, EMP Blasts, and Landmines. • ROGUELITE PROGRESSION: Create devastating synergies by combining stat boosts and weapon upgrades mid-battle. • 20 CHALLENGING MISSIONS: Battle through progressively harder stages, from basic "Initiation" to "The Singularity". • DYNAMIC ENEMIES: Face off against unique geometric foes with different behaviors—dashing Pentagons, zig-zagging Diamonds, tanky Octagons, and massive Star bosses. • MANUAL & AUTO-AIM: Take full control of the turret's rotation or toggle Auto-Aim to focus entirely on your upgrade strategy. • GLOBAL LEADERBOARDS: Accumulate your total lifetime score and compete on Game Center to prove you are the ultimate defender. • SYNTHWAVE VIBE: Experience minimalist, glowing graphics accompanied by an immersive, custom-generated synth soundtrack and explosive audio effects. Protect the core. Adapt your arsenal. Survive the swarm. Download PolyCore TD now!

About

Tile Wars

Features
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MATCH. CONQUER. DOMINATE. Welcome to Tile Wars: Domination - the next evolution of Match-3 strategy. Forget traditional puzzle games. Every match is a tactical battle where every tile you capture brings you closer to victory. Challenge players from around the world in fast-paced online battles, unleash powerful abilities, climb military ranks, and prove your dominance. GAME FEATURES Real-Time Online PvP Territory Domination Gameplay Strategic Match-3 Battles Powerful Boosters & Special Abilities Global Leaderboards Military Rank Progression Daily Rewards Upgrade Your Collection Compete Against Players Worldwide Fast Matches — Big Decisions Victory belongs to the smartest commander. Are you ready to dominate the battlefield? Download Tile Wars: Domination today! Privacy Policy: https://atesstudios.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PolyCore TD4 screens
Tile Wars4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PolyCore TD at none against Tile Wars's 10. PolyCore TD also leads on ads (none vs shown). Tile Wars's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Tile Wars sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PolyCore TD asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
PolyCore TD versus Tile Wars: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolyCore TDTile Wars
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB201 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperArte Soft LtdOmer Toygar Ates

In-app purchases

None

PolyCore TD

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Tile Wars

Subscriptions1
  • VIP Pass$3.991 Month
One-time9
  • Bazooka Pack$0.99
  • Limited Time Offer$1.99
  • Helicopter Pack$1.99
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  • Starter Pack$2.99
  • Atom Bomb Pack$2.99
  • Gold Pass$4.99
  • Pro Pack$9.99
  • Elite Pass$9.99
  • Mega Pack$19.99

Questions

Is PolyCore TD free?
PolyCore TD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tile Wars free?
Tile Wars is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PolyCore TD or Tile Wars have ads?
Tile Wars shows ads; PolyCore TD does not.

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