Report updated Apr 6, 2026
Hills of Steel 2
v5.2.0Casual to mid-core mobile gamers who enjoy competitive, physics-based action games and social multiplayer experiences.
What Is Hills of Steel 2?
Launched Jun 2, 2020
Updated Aug 2025
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What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Competitive multiplayer tank combat in a team-based format.
Tank movement and combat mechanics driven by a physics engine.
Equip items to modify tank performance and functionality.
Eight distinct game modes including Boss Battle, Domination, and various Duels.
Competitive ranking system to track performance against national and global players.
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a excited sentiment.”
Medium confidence · 1.1K reviews available
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Robust physics engine providing unique gameplay
- High variety of game modes (8 online events)
- Strong social integration with 3v3 battles
- Established IP with a loyal player base
Cons
- 2D perspective may limit appeal to hardcore sim fans
- Standard progression systems lack innovative hooks
- Limited social media footprint outside of Discord
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Expansion into casual mobile esports
- Introduction of cosmetic-based monetization
- Capturing the market gap between casual and hardcore tank games
Market Threats
- High-fidelity 3D rivals like Tank Company
- Market saturation by major titles like Brawl Stars
- Rising user acquisition costs in the action category
Who competes with Hills of Steel 2?
The Nemesis
Tank Stars
★4.4 (157K)AI Games FZ
The most popular direct rival in the 2D physics-based tank combat sub-genre with similar artillery mechanics.
The most popular direct rival in the 2D physics-based tank combat sub-genre with similar artillery mechanics.
Contenders
The dominant 3D tank combat game that captures the mid-core audience looking for deeper competitive play.
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Fast-paced, team-based tank battles that appeal to the same competitive action-oriented user base.
Squad-based Gameplay
Pocket Tanks Deluxe
Blitwise Productions, LLC
The classic 2D artillery tank game that established the physics-based combat format.
The classic 2D artillery tank game that established the physics-based combat format.
Massive Warfare: Tank Battles
Tiny Bytes
Multi-vehicle combat including tanks that competes on the variety of online events and global leaderboards.
Multi-vehicle combat including tanks that competes on the variety of online events and global leaderboards.
Peers
The gold standard for 2D physics-based vehicle movement and hill-climbing mechanics.
Physics-Based Stunt Racing
While not tank-specific, it is the primary competitor for the 3v3 real-time mobile action audience.
Player-Designed Maps
CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars
★4.8 (405K)Nazara Publishing
Physics-based vehicle construction and automated battling that appeals to the customization-focused player.
Physics-based vehicle construction and automated battling that appeals to the customization-focused player.
What are the key takeaways?
Hills of Steel 2 is a exciting games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.4/5 rating from 1.1K reviews, it excites its users from users.
Best for: Casual to mid-core mobile gamers who enjoy competitive, physics-based action games and social multiplayer experiences.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
Monetization relies on a free-to-play model supported by engagement-driven progression systems like season and trophy roads, typical of competitive mobile action games.