Comparison

Modern Command vs Special Tactics

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

Head to head
About

Modern Command

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
Read full description

A call to all Commanders out there: The world is at war, and it is up to you to rise up and lead the fight for global stability! Modern Command is a top-down action strategy game that puts a new twist to Tower Defense battles. Deploy your weapons into battle, equip them with powerful munitions and brace for impact. Take direct control of the targeting systems and call in backup with your choice of airstrikes and support items. Research new defenses, deploy cunning strategies and put your mettle on the line as you take on terrorist factions across the globe. ******************************************************* NEW UPDATE ▶ Added possibility for players to save their game data (Requires Google sign in) ▶ Added support for newer devices and iOS versions ▶ Reduced download size ▶ Lots of stability fixes A GLOBAL CAMPAIGN ▶ Fight off threats in South America, Africa, Europe, Asia and more ▶ Unlock more mission types and game modes as you progress through the campaign BATTLEFIELD CONTROL ▶ Simple touch commands give you full control of each 3D battlefield EXPAND YOUR ARSENAL ▶ Tons of gatling guns, missile launchers, laser cannons and railguns to take your enemies down ▶ Choose your prefered upgrade path and research new weapon technologies CRUSH YOUR ENEMIES ▶ Boost stats and customize your weapons with powerful munitions ▶ Call in special airstrikes and support items to aid you in tough battles HARDCORE MODE ▶ Push your game to the limits with an extra level of challenge ▶ Encounter new enemy types and mini-bosses TRANSIT MODE ▶ Defend a moving fortress carrying vital supplies through hostile territories ▶ Learn to master several new exclusive weapon systems OTHER FEATURES ▶ Tons of achievements, objectives and daily missions to complete MORE UPDATES COMING! ******************************************************* By downloading this app you are agreeing to be bound by the terms and conditions of Blast Bit's Terms of Use (https://www.blastbit.net/terms) and are subject to Blast Bit's Privacy Policy (https://www.blastbit.net/privacy). Contact us at contact@blastbit.net

About

Special Tactics

Engage in intense tactical PvP battles with streamlined controls and strategic gameplay. Plan your approach, customize your loadout, and accomplish objectives across carefully crafted maps.

Highlights
  • Custom loadout selection
  • Strategic planning and objective accomplishment
  • Smoke grenades for line of sight blocking
  • Objective-based gameplay (bomb defuse/plant)
  • Multiple classes and boosters
  • Real-time online PvP matches
Features
Read full description

Special Tactics brings the most intense, tactical-action experience to iOS through killer gameplay, streamlined controls and carefully crafted maps. Select your custom loadout, plan out strategies and accomplish your objectives. "If you're a fan of strategy games, this is one you definitely need to keep on your radar" - Peter Willington, PocketGamer.co.uk "This game is really, really good...I'm having a BLAST" - TheGameHuntah Special Tactics is very accessible but with immense, tactical depth: - use Smoke Grenades to block line of sight - choose a Bomb Site to raid or control - set up Sniper points - get up close with Shotguns and SMGs - pick your Boosters carefully - complete your objective [Supports iPhone 4S, iPod Touch 5th Gen, iPad 2, iPad Mini 1 and up] -=FEATURES=- - *Best In-Class Combat Mechanics and Damage Models* - *Best In-Class Controls based around "Focus Points"* - Epic 1 vs 1 PvP (Special Tactics Online) - Unlock Custom Weapons and Attachments - Intense Survival Mode with Tons of Replay Value - Real-time online matches (no waiting for opponent) - Objective-based: Bomb defuse and Bomb plant - 5 main classes: Sniper, Shotgun, Assault, SMG, Shield - 4 Boosters: Range, Armor, Damage, Speed - 6 Equipment: Smoke, Frag, Flash, Fire/Incendiary, Throwing Axe, Sonar - 8 Carefully Designed Maps - Collect trophies to rank up from Recruit->Masters -=TECH=- - 60 FPS and super low input latency for A6 chips and up - Robust, non-cheating AI - High performance Path Finding - Full Game Center integration for Networking, Matchmaking, Achievements and Leaderboards - Robust iCloud Sync for your purchases, stats and progress - OpenAL spatial sounds (awesome with headphones) - Native Retina resolution for all devices (including 6, 6+) - Smooth 3D character animations -=Beast Mode Games Studio=- - small indie studio focused on killer engineering and design

Screenshots

Modern Command4 screens
Special Tactics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Special Tactics at none against Modern Command's shown. Special Tactics also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Modern Command sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Special Tactics sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Special Tactics holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 429 and 164 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Modern Command's written reviews are positive against 77% of Special Tactics's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Modern Command ships an update every 2 months, Special Tactics fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Modern Command versus Special Tactics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterModern CommandSpecial Tactics
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (429 ratings)4.5 (164 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.2% of reviews77.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings429 — better164
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size228 MB209 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperBlast Bit Enterprises ABBeast Mode Games LLC

Customer experience

Modern Command

All ratings429 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews1,011 reviews
Positive64.2%
Neutral10.0%
Negative25.8%

Special Tactics

All ratings164 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral2.4%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews97 reviews
Positive77.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative19.6%

User reviews

Modern Command

From 429 App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Special Tactics

From 164 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Deep tactical and strategic gameplay
  • 💰 Free-to-play with fair monetization
  • ⚡ Fast matchmaking system
  • 🎯 Well-balanced weapons and classes
  • 🧠 Requires thoughtful planning and decision-making

Room to improve

  • 👥 Declining player base and matchmaking issues
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability problems
  • 📱 Compatibility issues with certain iPhone models
  • 🔴 Gore content without toggle option
  • 💸 Paywall for campaign and survival modes

Bugs and requests

Modern Command

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Special Tactics

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • Game crashes on launch with GameCenter connection
  • Crashes during multiplayer matches and loading screens
  • Unresponsive UI panels and command execution
  • Training missions not functioning properly
  • Audio cutting out mid-game
Show 10 more
  • Frame rate dropping to 1 FPS during gameplay
  • Stats and progress not being tracked correctly
  • Loot not being collected properly
  • Game not launching on certain iPhone models (XS, iPhone 11 Pro)
  • Full-screen display issues on newer devices
  • Game crashing on iPad mini 1 despite compatibility claim
  • Progress loss after deleting and reinstalling
  • In-app purchase restoration failures
  • Gold purchase button leading to blank screen
  • Players able to exit matches without penalty

Requested features

17 requests
  • Campaign mode (free or lower price)
  • Survival mode with customizable difficulty
  • Character customization and cosmetics
  • Additional multiplayer game modes (2v2, 3v3, CTF, TDM)
  • More maps and diverse level designs
Show 12 more
  • New character classes (medic, assassin, juggernaut, demo)
  • Ragdoll physics and improved graphics
  • Custom game creation with full control
  • Chat system and friend list functionality
  • Account recovery and purchase restoration
  • Blood/gore toggle option
  • Sandbox/creative mode
  • Territory conquest system
  • Replay system with match statistics
  • Multiple bomb plant locations
  • Real-time troop control during animations
  • Game Center alternative login option

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Modern Command

One-time10
  • Base Repair$0.99
  • Battle Pack$0.99
  • Battle Pack$1.99
Show 7 more
  • Limited Offer$1.99
  • Hardened Pack$2.99
  • Hardened Pack$4.99
  • Campaign Pack$9.99
  • Duty Pack$19.99
  • Honor Pack$49.99
  • Valor Pack$99.99
4 purchases

Special Tactics

One-time4
  • Pro Pack #1Free
  • 5K of Gold$3.99
  • 30K of Gold$19.99
Show 1 more
  • 150K of Gold$39.99

Questions

Is Modern Command free?
Modern Command is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Special Tactics free?
Special Tactics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Modern Command or Special Tactics?
Special Tactics is rated higher. Modern Command averages 4.3 out of 5 from 429 ratings, while Special Tactics averages 4.5 from 164 ratings.
Do Modern Command or Special Tactics have ads?
Modern Command shows ads; Special Tactics does not.
Which is updated more often, Modern Command or Special Tactics?
Modern Command ships an update every 2 months, and Special Tactics fortnightly. Most recently, Modern Command was updated on October 12, 2026 and Special Tactics on October 15, 2026.

Other comparisons