# Firefight vs Retro Combat

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Firefight at 2.1K against Retro Combat's 99. Retro Combat's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Firefight sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Retro Combat sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Firefight against 4.3 for Retro Combat. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Firefight has 2.1K ratings behind it against 99, 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 80% of Retro Combat's.

Firefight ships an update every 2 weeks, Retro Combat every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Firefight | Retro Combat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firefight-ww2/id883314282/reviews)** | [4.3 (99 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-combat/id1368995698/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 99 |
| Positive reviews | 79.2% of reviews | **80.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 902 MB | 218 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Sean O'Connor](https://appshunter.io/developer/305324345) | [Segment Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847490041) |

## What reviewers say

### Firefight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firefight-ww2/id883314282)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Autoire-Saint-Martin | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bléneau Railway Station | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remilly Town | $2.99 | one-time |
| Trichon Canal | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hill 112 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Villers-Bocage | $2.99 | one-time |
| Western Front Maps | $9.99 | one-time |
| Eastern Front maps | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pacific Front Maps | $9.99 | one-time |
| Modern City Maps | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- Defensive missions
- Sandbox/custom battle mode
- Medic/support units
- Expanded campaigns (Eastern Front, Pacific, etc.)
- Multiplayer functionality


### Retro Combat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-combat/id1368995698)

Experience fast-paced first-person shooter action without the hassle of logins or rankings. Engage in online multiplayer battles or simulate large-scale warfare against AI-controlled units, including tanks and airplanes. Explore diverse maps and a wide arsenal of customizable weapons.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer modes, AI battlefield simulation, 10 unique maps, 25+ customizable weapons, Survival mode against AI, Single-player AI battles

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Weapons | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Simple and fun gameplay
- 👍 Unique retro style
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Potential for more content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🕹️ Clunky controls
- 🕹️ Inconsistent AI behavior
- 🕹️ Vehicles need improvement

**Reported bugs**

- Bots stop shooting after first death
- Teleportation issues in single-player
- Crashes and freezes on some devices

**Requested features**

- More maps and game modes
- Wider variety of weapons and attachments
- Character customization options
- Improved online multiplayer experience
- Ragdoll physics and better death animations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Firefight free?

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

### Is Retro Combat free?

Retro Combat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Firefight or Retro Combat?

Firefight is rated higher. Firefight averages 4.3 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Retro Combat averages 4.3 from 99 ratings.

### Do Firefight or Retro Combat have ads?

Neither Firefight nor Retro Combat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Firefight or Retro Combat?

Firefight ships an update every 2 weeks, and Retro Combat every 11 days. Most recently, Firefight was updated on November 1, 2026 and Retro Combat on November 2, 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.*