# Expanse RTS - Desert Power

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Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1200280640](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1200280640)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1200280640`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Tabee Networking
- **Category:** Strategy
- **Rating:** 3.90 / 5 (122 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.336
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-03
- **First published:** 2017-02-22
- **Size:** 100 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-04
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/expanse-rts-desert-power/id1200280640)
- **Website:** [https://expanse.tagam.es/](https://expanse.tagam.es/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://expanse.tagam.es/Policy](https://expanse.tagam.es/Policy)

## Description

Expanse RTS — a new strategy game from the developers of RedSun RTS. Fight for energy resources on a distant planet amid galactic expansion in the 25th century. Earth is gone; three factions—scientists, workers, and military—clash for control on a planet with scarce resources. Choose a faction, lead them to victory, and decide whether to stay, advance, or return.

Experience classic real-time strategy with three distinct factions, each with unique traits and balance. Enjoy more than 30 single-player missions across three campaigns, plus full multiplayer mode. A built-in Elo rating system tracks your standing as you compete with players worldwide.

## Rankings

- #133,675 — Overall
- #70 — desert

## Review summary

Reviews praise the nostalgic RTS feel and classic vibe, and many call it the best RTS on mobile with hope for updates. However, pervasive bugs, frustrating controls/UI, and progression problems hinder play. Some cite unreliable saves and the removal of the map editor, plus resource/AI issues. Despite flaws, fans love the core RTS experience and urge ongoing development and new content for modern devices.

### Pros

- Nostalgic RTS feel reminiscent of Dune 2000 / Command & Conquer.
- Strong core RTS gameplay that fans view as among the best on mobile.
- Positive reception and willingness to see continued development and future updates.
- Fans express genuine love for RTS and appreciation for the nostalgic experience.

### Cons

- Widespread bugs and glitches that can render the game unplayable.
- Frustrating controls and UI, especially for selecting multiple units and issuing orders; bottom menu access on iOS is problematic.
- Progression issues: hard or impossible missions, unreliable saves, and unreadable hints.
- Map editor removed / lack of custom maps and future content.
- AI/resource management issues, such as harvesters misbehaving and auto-select draining resources.

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