Report updated Apr 6, 2026
Operation: New Earth
v16.0.1Fans of sci-fi themed, competitive multiplayer strategy games who enjoy base-building, alliance-based social play, and tactical combat.
What Is Operation: New Earth?
Launched Aug 17, 2016
Updated Feb 2026
What 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.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Train and customize an elite Hero unit to gain tactical advantages and capture enemy Heroes in battle
Strategically construct facilities and unlock advanced technologies to evolve into a powerful stronghold
Collaborate with other players to build networks, share resources, and coordinate large-scale strategic strikes
Engage in massive, global multiplayer battles for territory and control over resources like Neutronium
Establish outposts in the game world to secure supply lines and gather rare alien elements
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 mixed sentiment. Users appreciate engaging gameplay and supportive community, but report pay-to-win mechanics and aggressive player bullying.”
What Users Love
Great relaxing game.
I'm liking this game the more I play it
Alliance Leaders and Members are very supportive and helpful.
mostly a good group of worldwide players.
Pain Points
pay to win game... corners win.
If you want to rule your world, all it takes is money $$$
bigger players who use the alliance pact option to hunt down players and target and bully them
there are players making other players quit the game, very toxic players
Android phone will not get passed the intro splash screen.
after update it says game not supported anymore on google play
High confidence · 7K reviews available
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Unique Hero Capture mechanic increasing PvP stakes
- Strong established alliance-driven social ecosystem
- Distinct sci-fi military aesthetic in a fantasy-heavy market
Cons
- Significant technical debt on Android (crashes/compatibility)
- Lack of newbie protection against high-level bullying
- Aggressive monetization alienating non-whales
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Implement level-based matchmaking or protected zones
- Modernize UI and fix Android stability to recover ratings
- Introduce seasonal 'Fresh Start' servers to bridge the power gap
Market Threats
- Dominance of Star Trek Fleet Command IP
- Rising popularity of innovative Survival-4X hybrids
- Declining sentiment due to unresolved technical bugs
Who competes with Operation: New Earth?
The Nemesis
Why it's a threat
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Weaker sentiment at 25/100 — but still a direct threat
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Higher rated at 4.2★ vs 3.9★
Contenders
Last Shelter: Survival
LONG TECH NETWORK LIMITED
While post-apocalyptic rather than sci-fi, it uses the exact same 4X hero-based strategy mechanics and alliance structures.
While post-apocalyptic rather than sci-fi, it uses the exact same 4X hero-based strategy mechanics and alliance structures.
Peers
The gold standard for mobile 4X strategy; shares the same alliance and real-time combat ecosystem.
Infinite Zoom
A massive competitor in the base-building genre with a heavy focus on hero development and resource management.
Hybrid Gameplay (RTS/SLG + Puzzle)
Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars
IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
Combines RPG hero elements with 4X strategy, representing the broader ecosystem New Earth operates within.
Combines RPG hero elements with 4X strategy, representing the broader ecosystem New Earth operates within.
War and Order
Hong Kong Ke Mo software Co., Limited
A classic 4X strategy title that emphasizes the same 'join an alliance and conquer' social loop.
A classic 4X strategy title that emphasizes the same 'join an alliance and conquer' social loop.
New Kids on the Block
A rapidly growing survival strategy game that is currently dominating the 4X market with innovative environmental mechanics.
Furnace Management
Last Fortress: Underground
Life Game Global
Rising threat that innovates on the base-building aspect with a vertical underground facility mechanic.
Rising threat that innovates on the base-building aspect with a vertical underground facility mechanic.
What are the key takeaways?
Operation: New Earth is a divisive games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 3.9/5 rating from 7K reviews, it receives mixed feedback from users. Users particularly appreciate engaging gameplay, though pay-to-win mechanics remains a common concern.
Best for: Fans of sci-fi themed, competitive multiplayer strategy games who enjoy base-building, alliance-based social play, and tactical combat.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
Monetization relies on a free-to-play model with microtransactions, likely accelerating base building and resource acquisition to drive revenue.
iOS Version
16.0.1
Android Version
16.0.1
Release Date
Aug 17, 2016
iOS Price
Free
Android Price
Free
Developer
Tilting Point LLC