# Block Fortress vs Modern Command

The clearest difference is price: Modern Command at Free against Block Fortress's $1.99. Block Fortress's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (86% vs 64%). On ratings volume, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Modern Command is free to download; Block Fortress costs $1.99 up front. Block Fortress sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Modern Command sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Block Fortress holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 371 and 434 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Block Fortress's written reviews are positive against 64% of Modern Command's.

Block Fortress ships an update fortnightly, Modern Command every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Block Fortress | Modern Command |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (371 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-fortress-war/id720208070/reviews)** | [4.4 (434 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-command/id723466734/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 371 | **434** |
| Positive reviews | **86.5% of reviews** | 64.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 430 MB | 252 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Foursaken Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/366197999) | [Blast Bit Enterprises AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573549062) |

## What reviewers say

### Block Fortress

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-fortress-war/id720208070)

Engage in strategic real-time combat within a blocky sci-fi universe. Build defenses, command diverse alien armies, and lead heroes through a vast campaign or multiplayer battles.

**Highlights:** Block-building RTS gameplay, Five unique alien races, Dozens of customizable heroes, Extensive defense building, Massive planetary campaign, 1v1 and 2v2 multiplayer

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Shipment | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Shipment | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Shipment | $2.99 | one-time |
| Huge Shipment | $5.99 | one-time |
| Planetary Shipment | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Unique, engaging, and fun gameplay
- 🚀 Highly addictive and entertaining
- 🎨 Excellent graphics and visuals
- 💯 One of the best mobile games ever
- 🕹️ Challenging and strategic gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches affecting gameplay
- 🔒 Lack of cloud save and data restoration
- 🔒 Multiplayer issues and low player count
- 🔍 Repetitive and limited content after campaign

**Reported bugs**

- Achievements not working properly
- iPad window alignment issues
- Building GUI glitches during battles
- Inability to place certain blocks

**Requested features**

- New races, planets, and gameplay modes
- Level editor and custom map creation
- Expanded multiplayer options and features
- Sandbox mode with unlimited resources
- Ability to upgrade and customize units


### Modern Command

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-command/id723466734)

Lead the fight for global stability in this top-down action strategy game. Deploy weapons, research defenses, and take direct control of targeting systems to combat terrorist factions worldwide. Experience diverse global campaigns and challenging game modes.

**Highlights:** Top-down action strategy gameplay, Tower Defense battles with a twist, Direct control of targeting systems, Deploy and upgrade a variety of weapons, Global campaign across multiple continents, Research new defenses and weapon technologies, Special airstrikes and support items

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Base Repair | $0.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Limited Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hardened Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hardened Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Campaign Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Duty Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Honor Pack | $49.99 | one-time |
| Valor Pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Great graphics
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🚀 Offline playability
- 👍 Fun and challenging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Aggressive in-app purchases
- 🔍 Lack of cloud save/sync
- 🕰️ Long wait times for upgrades
- 🔇 Sound issues

**Reported bugs**

- Weapons disappearing from loadout
- Missions not loading properly
- Progress reset after updates
- Inability to access certain features

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- More mission variety
- Ability to sell/trade weapons
- Improved UI and menus
- Better optimization for newer devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Block Fortress free?

Block Fortress costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Modern Command free?

Modern Command is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Block Fortress or Modern Command?

Block Fortress is rated higher. Block Fortress averages 4.7 out of 5 from 371 ratings, while Modern Command averages 4.4 from 434 ratings.

### Do Block Fortress or Modern Command have ads?

Modern Command shows ads; Block Fortress does not.

### Which is updated more often, Block Fortress or Modern Command?

Block Fortress ships an update fortnightly, and Modern Command every 2 months. Most recently, Block Fortress was updated on October 24, 2026 and Modern Command on October 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*