Arete: Battles of Alexander Apple

Arete: Battles of Alexander

Epic hex-and-counter wargame
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Conquer the World as Alexander the Great!

Step back into the ancient world and lead your Macedonian army to victory with Arete, the immersive hex-and-counter wargame that brings the legendary conquests of Alexander the Great to life. Whether you’re a seasoned wargaming grognard or a newcomer to the battlefield, Arete offers a rich and engaging experience for all.

The game follows his military triumphs from fighting alongside his father, the trailblazing Philip II, to his clashes with the vast Persian army of King Darius III and finally to his invasion of India as he sought to reach the “end of the world” in the East. Arete (pronounced “ah-reh-TEE”) is a Greek word that means a combination of “excellence” and “virtue,” and in Ancient Greece it held particular significance as a concept of being in constant pursuit of the greater good through one’s heroic deeds.

Key Features: • Solo Quick Game: Jump into the action and master the art of war. Challenge yourself against cunning computer opponents in meticulously crafted scenarios and relive the pivotal battles that shaped history.

• Solo Campaign: Embark on an epic journey through Alexander’s greatest battles. Progress through all eight scenarios and relive the legendary conquests. Check your grades to see how you stack up against the Macedonian king!

• Pass-and-Play: Enjoy the classic wargame experience with friends! Take turns commanding your troops in a local multiplayer mode that’s perfect for game nights.

• Online Play: Compete against players worldwide. Test your strategic prowess and rise through the ranks to become the ultimate conqueror.

• Tutorial: New to strategy games or need a refresher on ancient warfare? Arete’s tutorial will guide you through the basics to ensure you're battle-ready. Dig into the full rules if you want to review, gain a deeper understanding, or browse the combat tables.

• Challenging computer opponent with multiple programmed behaviors (attack, defend, march, etc.). Dice rolls are ALWAYS completely random. The challenge comes from the game's "brain."

• Rules and History: Dive deeper with the full rules of the game and delve into the rich history of Alexander the Great. Gain insights into his strategies and the historical context of each battle.

• Human-drawn Art: The game features eight exclusive, hand-drawn maps and dozens of hand-drawn counters. We will never use AI art in our games.

THIRTEEN Epic Scenarios: Relive Alexander’s greatest battles with eight scenarios, each on its own unique map and offering a distinct challenge:

• Chaeronea, 338 BCE • Haemus, 335 BCE (New!) • Lyginus, 335 BCE (New!) • Pelium, 335 BCE (New!) • Granicus, 334 BCE • Issus, 333 BCE • Tyre, 332 BCE • Gaugamela, 331 BCE • Persian Gate, 330 BCE • Jaxartes, 329 BCE • Arigaeum, 327 BCE (New!) • Hydaspes, 326 BCE • PLUS Alexander vs. Alexander, a perfectly balanced 2-player scenario

Plan your moves, outsmart your opponents, and change the course of history with every decision you make.

Download Arete today and become a legendary conqueror!

Lead your empire, rewrite history, and achieve true greatness with Arete: The Battles of Alexander the Great.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Vasilios Kalpakoglou
Rating:
4.70
(21)
4.70
Version:
1.2.9 Last updated: 2026-05-06
Version code:
885331651
Creation date:
2024-06-20
Compatible devices:
Size:
187.62MB
Price:
9.99
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Data ingested on:
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Developed by:
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User Reviews

He said it doesn’t need be increased. Yet all the other triva they have added over the years. It dawned on me, he can’t. He doesn’t know how. Or it’s a bad design that won’t let him. He’s got my money, why should he care?
by Er*****, 2026-04-09

This is an excellent app that I hope does well. Mobile is a great platform for hex and counter wargaming and this app perfects it. However, as far as wargames go, the systems are simple and draw inspiration from WW2 wargames such as Simonitch’s series and ASL. This makes the battles not feel quite ancient, as units are fluid and highly mobile. For example, on the battle of Issus, my strategy involved crossing the river with a flanking force and clearing a path, which my main army ended up backing over. This essentially meant that I ended up on the Persian bank with Persians attacking my lines from my side of the river. It was fun, but ancient armies weren’t that mobile generally. I like the Field of Glory system of movement as it allows both cool tactics like crossing a river but still feels like the army has inertia that needs to be fought.
by Ma*****, 2025-06-18

Great interface, fun game.
by ge*****, 2025-04-20
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