World of Artillery: Tank Fire vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against World of Artillery: Tank Fire's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	World of Artillery: Tank Fire This App	War Thunder Mobile Nemesis	HITMAN World of Assassination Contender	NY City Cop 2018 Contender	Dustoff Heli Rescue 2: Army 3D Contender	Mechastick Fighter Contender	Gunslugs Peer	Duke Nukem - Manhattan Project Peer	Revolver Rush Peer	Sky Combat 2: Fighter planes Peer
Core Identity
Developer	CHEELY APPS (CHILI APPS), TOO	GAIJIN NETWORK LTD	IO Interactive A/S	Tap2Play, LLC (Ticker: TAPM)	Invictus	GIVE UP GAMES FZCO	Pascal Bestebroer	Spawn Studios, Lda	Rollic Games	Azur Interactive Games Limited
Category	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games
Platform	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS	iOS	iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	iOS	Android, iOS	iOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating	4.5 / 5	4.8 / 5	3.7 / 5	4.3 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.5 / 5	4.3 / 5	4.2 / 5	4.7 / 5
Ratings Count	1,050	123,242	263	2,759	1,099	5	8	419	5,955	42
Price	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	$2.99	Free	Free	Free
Release Date	Dec 28, 2022	Aug 15, 2023	Aug 27, 2025	Dec 15, 2017	Oct 12, 2016	Apr 20, 2026	Jan 16, 2013	Oct 22, 2014	Sep 4, 2023	Nov 9, 2025
Last Updated	Mar 23, 2026	May 17, 2026	Feb 25, 2026	Sep 7, 2018	Aug 30, 2021	Apr 20, 2026	Mar 24, 2025	Sep 16, 2017	May 19, 2026	Apr 22, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	mixed	mixed	-	-	-	-	positive	positive	terrible	mixed
Score	45/100	65/100	-	-	-	-	82/100	80/100	15/100	65/100
Praises	Core artillery simulation mechanics provide an engaging and satisfying experience for military history enthusiasts	Realistic combat simulation mechanics provide a high-fidelity experience for mobile military enthusiasts	-	-	-	-	Procedural level generation provides high replayability for arcade action fans seeking quick sessions Broad controller support enables console-like precision for retro shooter enthusiasts on mobile devices	-	Occasional moments of satisfying gameplay provide brief entertainment for casual users	Realistic flight mechanics and high-fidelity graphics provide an immersive dogfighting experience for aviation enthusiasts
Complaints	Lack of content updates beyond the initial campaign levels leaves long-term players without progression Aggressive advertising and monetization practices disrupt the gameplay flow and frustrate active users	Unbalanced matchmaking pairs free-to-play users against high-tier premium vehicles	-	-	-	-	Lack of progress saving between levels forces players to restart from the beginning upon death	-	Aggressive forced ad frequency disrupts the core gameplay loop for all users Progression is artificially gated by predatory monetization and deceptive upgrade mechanics	Persistent server lag and network instability during matches ruin the gameplay experience post-update
Requests	Expansion of map regions and mission content to provide meaningful progression for veteran players	Implementation of a dedicated realistic game mode to increase tactical depth	-	-	-	-	Offline local Wi-Fi multiplayer mode requested to facilitate cooperative play sessions	-	-	Implementation of voice chat and custom squad systems to improve coordination during team matches
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Physics-based artillery mechanics sustain core engagement Offline mode preserves DAU during connectivity gaps	Physics-based damage models create high switching costs for simulation-focused players Combined-arms integration provides unique tactical depth unavailable in arcade-only competitors	-	-	-	-	Procedural level generation sustains replayability across short sessions Broad controller support enables console-like precision for retro enthusiasts Premium-only pricing model removes pay-to-win friction for core players	Legacy franchise brand recognition sustains organic interest 2D-3D hybrid visual style differentiates from standard mobile shooters	Shooter-runner hybrid mechanics provide a higher skill ceiling than pure parkour runners Ammo management loop forces consistent session engagement	Responsive flight controls enable immediate mastery of complex maneuvers High-fidelity graphics sustain visual immersion for aviation enthusiasts
Weaknesses	Content stagnation after level four triggers churn Forced ads on non-rewarded actions erode trust	High-tier matchmaking balance complaints indicate a failure to protect the free-to-play experience Technical update-loop friction prevents users from accessing new seasonal content	-	-	-	-	Lack of mid-game save points forces repetitive restart loops Audio volume imbalance between music and effects causes distortion Premium pricing model limits user acquisition compared to F2P competitors	No content updates since 2017 Lack of competitive multiplayer or endless modes	3.2★ Android rating indicates severe technical instability Forced ad frequency is the #1 churn driver Progression gates feel deceptive to users	Server lag post-update triggers unplayable match conditions AI teammate logic in siege mode causes consistent match losses
Pricing	freemium	freemium	freemium	free	freemium	free	paid	free	freemium	freemium
Momentum	-	Active	Active	-	Zombie	-	Zombie	Zombie	Active	Active
Update Cadence	-	5 versions, 5 majors/6mo, ~10d avg	5 versions	-	5 versions	-	2 versions, ~101d avg	1 versions	5 versions, ~12d avg	4 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~12d avg

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