Best Ancient Cities Apps & Games

50+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated June 2026

Out of 50+ ancient cities apps and games on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Ancient Cities Apps & Games (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Sim EmpireSim EmpireFree3.4★ (474)NoYesSep 2026
2Empire City: Civilization DawnEmpire City: Civilization DawnFree4.7★ (1.4K)YesYesSep 2026
3T-rex Simulator City WorldT-rex Simulator City WorldFree4.6★ (2.5K)YesYesSep 2026
4Ancient City Hidden ObjectsAncient City Hidden ObjectsFree4.2★ (6)YesYesMay 2026
5Parkour Runner Ancient CityParkour Runner Ancient CityFreeYesNoJul 2026
6Roman Empire: Strategy GameRoman Empire: Strategy GameFree4.1★ (1.5K)YesYesSep 2026
7Langzhong Ancient CityLangzhong Ancient CityFreeNoYesJun 2026
8State Connect: Traffic ControlState Connect: Traffic ControlFree4.4★ (139K)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Ancient Cities

Sim Empire#1

Sim Empire by TKG Technology Co., Ltd.

Build your ancient city.
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
3.4😐(474 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Build and manage an ancient city, growing a small village into a thriving empire. Explore diverse civilizations like Egypt, Persia, Greece, and China, constructing wonders and developing your domain.

What We Love

  • 👍 Good game
  • 🚀 Fun and addictive
  • 🎨 Nice graphics and art style
  • 🕹️ Reminds of classic city-building games

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Monetization issues, pay-to-progress
  • 📚 Lack of clear instructions and tutorials
Empire City: Civilization Dawn#2

Empire City: Civilization Dawn by RED BRIX WALL

Build a town! Rise of medieval
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.7😊(1.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Build and manage your own ancient empire. Develop cities, extract resources, forge unique cultures, and engage in trade and diplomacy with other civilizations. Create magnificent structures and expand your territory to become a legendary ruler.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great graphics
  • 👍 Challenging
  • 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
  • 👍 Addictive

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Warehouse capacity issues
  • 💰 Microtransactions required for progress
  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs
T-rex Simulator City World#3

T-rex Simulator City World by Vipera Games sp. z o.o.

Ultimate Dinosaur Simulator
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.6😐(2.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Experience the ultimate dinosaur simulator as a Tyrannosaurus Rex or other carnivores. Stomp, charge, and eat your way through a realistic city, battling police and military forces. Evolve your dinosaur to dominate the world and unleash powerful skills.

What We Love

  • 👍 Fun game
  • 🎵 Good music
  • 💡 Potential for sequel

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Too many ads
  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs
  • 🔍 Difficult to progress

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FAQ about Ancient Cities

What are the best ancient cities apps & games for iPhone?
Sim Empire tops our ancient cities apps & games ranking as of June 2026, with a 3.4-star average from 474 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top ancient cities apps & games we rank are free to download, including Sim Empire and Empire City: Civilization Dawn.
Sim Empire has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 50+ ancient cities apps & games on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Sim Empire is a simulation game where you play as a ruler to build and expand an ancient city. You will start from a small village and grow it into a grand empire, experiencing the birth of early human civilizations.
Key features include building and managing your city, producing resources, conducting scientific research, training troops, and constructing world wonders. The game allows you to explore civilizations like Egypt, Persia, Greece, and China.