# Strategy & Tactics World War 2

> Classic turn-based wargame

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id570655455](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id570655455)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id570655455`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** HC GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION LIMITED
- **Category:** Strategy
- **Rating:** 3.20 / 5 (176 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.15
- **Last updated:** 2020-04-24
- **First published:** 2013-03-21
- **Size:** 140 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/strategy-tactics-world-war-2/id570655455)
- **Website:** [http://www.herocraft.com](http://www.herocraft.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.herocraft.com/privacy](http://www.herocraft.com/privacy)

## Description

Relive WWII in a classic turn-based grand strategy: command the Axis to conquer Europe, then lead the USSR and Allies to victory across three campaigns and 18 missions with historically accurate troops, tech research, and industry building.

Gameplay features AI enemies, multiple modes (skirmish, hot-seat), and a range of scenarios across Europe, Asia and Africa. The game offers a free version with selected campaigns and maps, and a premium version with complete campaigns and additional maps and missions. Note: some devices are not supported.

## Rankings

- #126,037 — Overall

## Review summary

Players describe Strategy & Tactics World War 2 as a beloved, deeply engaging WWII strategy game with strong nostalgia when it runs. But many reviews repeat that it no longer works on newer iPhones due to screen-resolution compatibility, crashes at startup, or abrupt exits. Monetization is criticized (paid campaigns and pay-to-win elements) along with purchase failures. Reviewers also lament the lack of updates or support for modern devices and request features like sandbox/servers. Overall, affection for the game is tempered by ongoing compatibility and monetization frustrations.

### Pros

- Fun and engaging WWII strategy gameplay.
- Strong nostalgic appeal; many players call it a favorite or cherish memories.
- Longstanding appeal with positive memories on older devices and across platforms.

### Cons

- Incompatibility with newer iPhone models due to screen resolution or device support leading to crashes or inability to launch.
- Crashes or exits on startup; game fails to load on some devices.
- Monetization concerns: paid campaigns and pay-to-win elements.
- In-app purchases not reliably unlocking or processing purchases.
- Prolonged lack of updates and official support for modern devices.

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