Comparison

Firefight vs RedSun RTS

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

Head to head
About

Firefight

Experience World War II combat with unparalleled detail. This real-time simulation game features realistic physics for vehicles, individually modeled soldiers with vital stats, and dynamic squad interactions. Call in artillery support and engage in strategic battles against sophisticated AI or other players online.

Highlights
  • Realistic tank physics and movement
  • 3D modeled ballistics and ricochets
  • Individual soldier stats (rank, health, fatigue)
  • Dynamic squad AI for ammo and medical support
  • Call-in off-board artillery support
  • Multiplayer versus AI or friends online
Features
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Firefight is a World War II real-time simulation game with more AI and attention to detail than any other game in its genre to date. Tanks are modelled with a physics engine and have gears, rev counters and speedos, and steer themselves with brake levers to give them realistic looking tracked vehicle movement. Each bullet, shell or piece of shrapnel is modelled in 3D and ricochets realistically off sloping surfaces. You can see each infantryman's rank, name, weapon, ammunition remaining, heart rate and fatigue levels. Machine gunners will call for ammunition when they're running low and other squad members will rush over with spare ammo if they are carrying any. Wounded men call for medics who will sprint over to administer first aid. Call in air strikes, and off-board artillery to support your troops. Play against either the sophisticated built-in AI, or a friend over the internet. For a video showing the game in action see: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysRtdalURDw

About

RedSun RTS

Engage in classic real-time strategy gameplay where you build bases, command diverse units, and plan attacks. Experience a 2D isometric world with deep strategic elements and ongoing development.

Highlights
  • Real-time unit control
  • Base building and defense
  • Diverse unit types
  • Resource gathering
  • Nuclear explosions
  • Unit upgrades
  • Achievements
Features
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RedSun is a prime example of the genre classic RTS, unjustly forgotten today. In this game you directly and, as is self-explanatory name for the genre, real-time control of troops, build a base, plan attacks and to strengthen the defense on the battlefield. At your disposal different types of units - each ones with their own objectives, strengths and weaknesses. Also, do not forget that the game is just beginning to develop. We, in its turn, will make every effort to develop the game and not let you get bored. This is just the beginning. The game is made in 2D isometric style. The game features: - Virtually unchanged classical control, with the addition of new features, as well as multiselect units from one to several. On screens with HD and FHD use the zoom if you can see finely. - Building base with classic MCV anywhere on the map (double-click on the engineering machine), as well as other technological structures. Mining crystals harvesters. - Powerful weapon in the form of a nuclear explosion (soon there will be other, and it is possible to purchase a quantitative stock) System improvements Arsenal for the development of new units. Achievements and medals. Differences from other games, so-called strategic: - There is no dependence on donation, i.e., in the game at the moment, there are no internal purchases. - Create any number of units and buildings, there are almost no restrictions, in addition to the resources of the device, otherwise it will lag. In addition, do not forget that the game is only the beginning of its development in the early autumn, and we in turn will do our best to develop the game and not let You get bored. Thank You for the criticism, reviews, positive comments, suggestions, we first try to make a game good old time RTS strategies of the late 90's and early 2000, to correct errors and shortcomings in the game in time, and to help players understand the mechanics of the game, though it is not particularly simple. P. S. To update the maps and other content, it is desirable to have always included the Internet.

Screenshots

Firefight4 screens
RedSun RTS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Firefight at none against RedSun RTS's shown. Firefight also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (79% vs 69%). RedSun RTS's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, 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. Firefight sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and RedSun RTS sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Firefight against 4.2 for RedSun RTS. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Firefight has 2.1K ratings behind it against 411, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Firefight's written reviews are positive against 69% of RedSun RTS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Firefight ships an update every 2 weeks, RedSun RTS every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Firefight versus RedSun RTS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFirefightRedSun RTS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (2.1K ratings) — better4.2 (411 ratings)
Positive reviews78.9% of reviews — better69.2% of reviews
Number of ratings2.1K — better411
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size903 MB88 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperSean O'ConnorE CHARM LTD

Customer experience

Firefight

All ratings2,108 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral6.5%
Negative11.7%
Written reviews646 reviews
Positive78.9%
Neutral9.0%
Negative12.1%

RedSun RTS

All ratings399 ratings
Positive79.2%
Neutral6.0%
Negative14.8%
Written reviews367 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral10.6%
Negative20.2%

User reviews

Firefight

From 2.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Constantly updated
  • 👍 Detailed and immersive
  • 🚀 Excellent replay value
  • 👍 Realistic combat simulation
  • 👍 Impressive attention to detail

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Tank AI issues
  • 🐛 Troops not responsive to orders
  • 🐛 Visibility issues with terrain
  • 🔒 Paywall for most content

RedSun RTS

From 411 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun game
  • 🎮 Reminds players of classic C&C games
  • 🎨 Good graphics
  • ⏱️ Enjoyable gameplay

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and glitchy
  • 🔧 Needs more optimization
  • 📖 Lack of documentation/instructions
  • 🤖 AI issues (overpowered enemies, poor pathfinding)

Bugs and requests

Firefight

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Tanks turning away from targets
  • Troops not moving under fire
  • Inability to see hidden enemies
  • Inconsistent unit performance

Requested features

8 requests
  • Defensive missions
  • Sandbox/custom battle mode
  • Medic/support units
  • Expanded campaigns (Eastern Front, Pacific, etc.)
  • Multiplayer functionality
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  • Map editor
  • More varied game modes
  • Ability to control individual squad members

RedSun RTS

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Freezing/crashing issues
  • Buildings not constructing properly
  • Units not responding to commands
  • Progression/save data issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • More maps and mission variety
  • Multiplayer/PvP mode
  • Ability to choose factions/teams
  • Improved unit controls and grouping

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Firefight

One-time10
  • Autoire-Saint-Martin$2.99
  • Bléneau Railway Station$2.99
  • Remilly Town$2.99
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  • Trichon Canal$2.99
  • Hill 112$2.99
  • Villers-Bocage$2.99
  • Western Front Maps$9.99
  • Eastern Front maps$9.99
  • Pacific Front Maps$9.99
  • Modern City Maps$9.99
10 purchases

RedSun RTS

One-time10
  • Rocket bot$0.99
  • Disable advertisements$0.99
  • air supply$0.99
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  • Repair$0.99
  • Unlock rus$0.99
  • Spy satellite$0.99
  • Electromagnetic pulse$0.99
  • Landing MCV$0.99
  • Set of support 3 in 1$2.99
  • Full version of the game$9.99

Questions

Is Firefight free?
Firefight is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RedSun RTS free?
RedSun RTS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Firefight or RedSun RTS?
Firefight is rated higher. Firefight averages 4.3 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while RedSun RTS averages 4.2 from 411 ratings.
Do Firefight or RedSun RTS have ads?
RedSun RTS shows ads; Firefight does not.
Which is updated more often, Firefight or RedSun RTS?
Firefight ships an update every 2 weeks, and RedSun RTS every 2 months. Most recently, Firefight was updated on November 6, 2026 and RedSun RTS on November 6, 2026.

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