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Metalstorm alternatives

Metalstorm players often seek alternatives due to issues with matchmaking, a perceived pay-to-win model, and slow progression. Alternatives offer different combat experiences, from ground and naval battles to more focused air combat with varied monetization strategies.

Why users look for alternatives to Metalstorm

The alternatives

Mortal Kombat
4.5★ · 151,153 ratings · Free

Mortal Kombat offers a different genre entirely, focusing on fighting game mechanics with a roster of characters to collect and upgrade R52R55R58R64. Players enjoy the core fighting experience, but note that acquiring characters often requires significant grinding or spending R52.

Better for: This game is better for players who enjoy one-on-one fighting games and character collection, and who are looking for a complete change from air combat R52R55. It suits those willing to grind for characters or spend money, and who appreciate the classic Mortal Kombat experience on mobile R52R55R64.

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War Thunder Mobile
4.8★ · 128,808 ratings · Free

War Thunder Mobile is mentioned as a potentially better alternative by some players, implying it offers a more satisfying or less problematic experience than other air combat games R90. However, specific details from reviews about its gameplay, features, or monetization are not provided.

Better for: Based on limited information, it might suit players looking for a different mobile air combat game that is perceived as superior by some users R90.

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Airborne Attack
4.6★ · 61,807 ratings · Free

Airborne Attack is a simpler, more casual game where players shoot down helicopters and planes, appreciated for its straightforward and satisfying gameplay R66R75. It's described as fun and engaging initially, with good visuals for explosions and falling aircraft R75.

Better for: This game is better for players seeking a casual, pick-up-and-play experience with simple shooting mechanics, rather than complex dogfighting or simulation R66R71R75. It suits those who don't mind repetitive gameplay and can tolerate frequent ads, as the game tends to become boring once the top gun is acquired and difficulty doesn't increase R71R76.

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Wings of Heroes
4.5★ · 56,015 ratings · Free

Wings of Heroes is an air combat game that players find fun and engaging, offering good combat for a mobile experience R80. It has been praised for being a good game without requiring money to play, though some users note issues with slow unlocks and inconsistent progression R81R85.

Better for: This game is better for players who enjoy air combat and are looking for a mobile game that can be played without spending money . It suits those who are patient with progression, as unlocks can be slow, and who are willing to overlook occasional bugs or unannounced changes R81R85R88.

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Modern Warships
4.7★ · 38,072 ratings · Free

Modern Warships offers naval combat with a variety of modern ships, helicopters, and aircraft, featuring good graphics and engaging gameplay R94. Players appreciate the quality and design of the game, including specific game modes like 'convoy escort' R94R100.

Better for: This game is better for players who prefer naval combat over air combat, and who enjoy managing a fleet of modern warships, including aircraft carriers R94R100. It suits those who are prepared for a pay-to-win environment where spending money significantly impacts power and access to desirable items, as free-to-play progression can be challenging R98R99.

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Stick with Metalstorm if

You should stick with Metalstorm if you enjoy its specific flight combat mechanics, polished graphics, and smooth controls . It's a good choice if you find the matches quick and easy to pick up and put down, and appreciate the passion the developers show for aviation through constant updates .

Evidence note: War Thunder Mobile has too few reviews to provide a comprehensive pitch.

Frequently asked

Does Metalstorm have controller support?
Yes, Metalstorm is controller compatible R16R43.
Is Metalstorm a pay-to-win game?
Many players describe Metalstorm as pay-to-win, stating that developers milk players, nerf purchased planes, and make it difficult to advance without spending money, especially with the flight pass system R7R19R22R34.
How long does it take to unlock new planes in Metalstorm?
Unlocking new aircraft in Metalstorm is described as a very slow process, with some players estimating it could take 15 years or more to unlock fighter jets R12R20R39R42.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Metalstorm 1/5 · US Bots either are great or suck: The bots in the game are either great or suck. How do bots for one team get 3, 4, and 5 kills and bots for another team get 0 kills. The devs are gaming the matches so you lose!!!!!!
  2. [R7] Metalstorm 1/5 · US No longer fun or fair: I’ve been playing this game for about 7 months. They claim any plane can compete with a gen 5 fighter. That used to be true but now the sides are so uneven, there is no chance. I don’t pay because I just don’t believe in buying my way up the ladder. Maybe that’s why after having 75 and 80 percent win rate, I’ve dropped to 30 percent. I’m done and deleting. Good luck.
  3. [R24] Metalstorm 3/5 · GB SERIOUS ISSUE PLEASE FIX: Great game. Good graphics, impressive mechanics. One huge problem that ruins the whole game: you are matched against players in insane ranks that are way way way better than you. I have a hangar level 5 plane, and I am being matched with planes from hangar levels 17,18,19 regularly (70% of the time). Please please fix this, as it is such a good game, but the matchups make
  4. [R28] Metalstorm 1/5 · US El emparejamiento es muy malo: El juego es bueno en general, pero lo que lo hace malísimo es el emparejamiento, súper malo. Apenas espese a jugar desde ayer y ya me emparejaba con gente que lleva meses inclusa años en el juego, la diferencia entre el nivel de la las aeronaves es brutal.
  5. [R19] Metalstorm 1/5 · US This Game Is No Fun: Do not expect a fun fair game. The devs will let P2W players abuse new players. Uninstalled because of corruption and cheating
  6. [R22] Metalstorm 1/5 · US It was great. Now it’s trash: The developers are now just trying to milk everyone full pay to play style. Many are quitting. Entire squadrons quitting. The updates are awful. Matchmaking is completely unfair. You get destroyed game after game. The ones who give input even said they told them no one asked for these updates. The developers gives zero something. They clearly are just trying to mi
  7. [R34] Metalstorm 1/5 · US Trash App: Metalstorm will take your money for a good plane and then a month later they'll nerf that plane forcing you to buy the next. It was a good game but they've ruined it. Find a different game to enjoy, this one is ruined. 4/26 Updated. It's even worse now. Avoid this phone app and find a good game to play... Developers are nothing but money hungry scammers at this point. Matches a
  8. [R6] Metalstorm 3/5 · US Throwing matches: This game is great. Planes have a lot of detail and the controls are easy. It can be a little grind-heavy at times. The biggest issue is players throwing matches because they don’t like someone’s tag. I’ve noticed that in matches where anything negative-Palestine, pro-Israel, anti-Trump, pro-military, etc., is used as a name/tag, some players refuse to play and just fly around ai
  9. [R12] Metalstorm 3/5 · US Researching: It takes way too long to research new aircraft
  10. [R20] Metalstorm 4/5 · US Love hate relationship: I really enjoy this game it has great graphics love the gameplay best jet game I’ve played only downfall in my opinion is how much time it takes to unlock new jets I think the points required should be cut down a little bit
  11. [R39] Metalstorm 3/5 · GB Slow progress: It’s ok, entertaining, seems to take forever to get to where you want or the aircraft you want, even if you spend a few £££ you still don’t get a tomcat. Not sure I’ll have it for much longer.
  12. [R13] Metalstorm 2/5 · US Afterburner swipe to lock Bug issue with ADV: For some reason the “afterburner swipe to lock” function doesn’t turn off when out of fuel and doesn’t shut off when you press the brakes like it does with every other jet. You have to manually turn it off on the afterburner button & this is the only jet this bug happens with. Idk when this bug appeared but it’s the first time I’ve used this feature wi
  13. [R18] Metalstorm 3/5 · US I’ve been playing since near launch. This game has had its ups and downs but the latest mod update: It’s seems with this latest update my aircraft parts have diminished. I had 15 or 16k for my f16 and now it’s half that. I appreciate seeing my suggestion of area damage as part of the game now. But where has my parts gone?
  14. [R21] Metalstorm 3/5 · US Huge server issue.: Dear developers I wanted to let you know that I cannot connect to the servers to play this game as of now in upgrades 2.0. In conclusion, please fix this when you get a chance.
  15. [R31] Metalstorm 1/5 · US Hanger: You getting less stars now because I was level 19 hanger I even have the planes and now I’m 18 I level up to 20 and got moved down and my squadron member was 20 and now is a 18 fix what you are doing or refund my money on all my purchases
  16. [R3] Metalstorm 3/5 · US Your new ad spamming is ridiculous: I absolutely love this game, the new upgrades are fire well done BUTTT if your going to adopt the Google/youtube advertising campaign me and a lot of ppl will find another game. Just because I have enough to buy the extra stuff with my gold and I was going to until every single time the page changes I had to X out of this STUPID AD that’s going to cost you more
  17. [R9] Metalstorm 3/5 · US Great game but: Please make it so you change out your weapon pods. I want my f4 phantoms missiles back not rockets!
  18. [R15] Metalstorm 3/5 · US Needs. Female pilot: Great game but I want customization. Give me a whole sims vibe where I can change my appearance and you’ll draw in a ton of people
  19. [R30] Metalstorm 3/5 · GB It’s a great game: I’ve got some suggestions you should add the ability to change the weapons on the aircraft with silver
  20. [R10] Metalstorm 2/5 · US Ok game: No cockpit view. So it’s not a flight simulator game. Its ok.
  21. [R52] Mortal Kombat 5/5 · US Pretty good: Yeah i been playing it for a while characters are not worth buying because they would make u bankrupt it requires a lot of grinding to earn the character without spending money only thing id change is the store system because in order to buy a character you would need to spend hundred on a mystery box when you can just sell the character for 20 and you’d have a lot more people buying
  22. [R55] Mortal Kombat 5/5 · US My review: Good game just like mkx
  23. [R58] Mortal Kombat 5/5 · US Great game but I have an idea: So this is one of my favorite games but you should make actual trading cards for the cards in this game and like the diamonds should be the rarest and you could even do packs like in the game and mabe you can find like a level 60 diamond in pack so people have something to to like while there phone is charging because trading cards have gotten popular lately so I thi
  24. [R64] Mortal Kombat 5/5 · US El mejor juego que e probado: Juego del día está increíble 🗣️🗣️ este juego is the best game
  25. [R90] Wings of Heroes 3/5 · US Ok: Just ok But warthunder is better
  26. [R66] Airborne Attack 5/5 · US Very good: I like it because you didn’t lie in the add and your game is very fun and satisfying
  27. [R71] Airborne Attack 2/5 · US Mediocre at best: Game play is fine. Exactly as advertised. Plenty of write ups about ads, yes there are ads after every level, but that’s the way these devs make money. My problem is that the game is kinda boring. Same levels, same enemies that rarely fight back. The game never gets more difficult. I’m at level 258 and it’s the same as level 1. Just blah.
  28. [R75] Airborne Attack 5/5 · US Great game: This game was really fun because I love how when you shoot the helicopter or planes down they fall into the water or they blow up five stars beautiful game keep it up.
  29. [R76] Airborne Attack 3/5 · US Fun but: This game was fun, but once you pick and get the top gun. It never gets harder. It doesn’t go faster. You don’t get more things to shoot. It becomes boring.
  30. [R80] Wings of Heroes 5/5 · US Awesome game: No bs it is a good game
  31. [R81] Wings of Heroes 3/5 · US Pretty fun…but: Unlocks are too slow and inconsistent. But fun game overall
  32. [R85] Wings of Heroes 1/5 · US Okay: Takes too long to gain more planes. Every thing cost money if you want to progress. The recent game changes make it even more challenging to progress in the game with some planes having rarity. The rarity makes it harder to randomly get parts for the planes. The more rare the plane the more cost.
  33. [R88] Wings of Heroes 2/5 · US Crashes after update: Since the latest update, the game randomly shuts down. Not every time but every 3-4 games. I also have enter3d a battle with a gray screen. I still have the targeting reticle but no terrain or other aircraft. I reached out to support and the needed a video. Every time I try and upload it the game shuts down. I enjoy the game but this is enough for me to stop playing it. U
  34. [R94] Modern Warships 5/5 · US Great game: The game is very good! Modern ships, helicopters, aircraft’s….amazing!!! Thank you dear developers. Please don’t stop and continue to support this game many thanks in advance
  35. [R98] Modern Warships 3/5 · US New bp: The new battlepass version that just released makes it even harder for free 2 play to survive. You only get the battlepass ship every two seasons and I am starting to lose faith in the game for being fairly balanced
  36. [R99] Modern Warships 1/5 · US Poor performance and P2W: The game is cool in some aspects and the models are good but the game is nearly unplayable when im fighting higher level ships. I routinely had my games crash mid match. The game is also extremely P2W and almost all the good stuff has to be paid for. While you can play F2P you will not be able to get things from the artcon store. Also after not playing for a couple months
  37. [R100] Modern Warships 5/5 · US Game mode review and equipment/ship recommendations: The “convoy escort” game mode is excellent overall, and I have found significant success myself in the first days of the event. In terms of equipment suggestions, the B-21 Raider bomber needs a remaster, focusing on the color, the shape of the air intakes, and shape of the cockpit windows. I would also recommend adding the Boeing F-15EX Eagle
  38. [R16] Metalstorm 2/5 · US Very Fun: This game is engaging, super fun, and controller compatible.
  39. [R43] Metalstorm 4/5 · US The best mobile aircraft fighter game available.: I have played this game for more than a year or two now and definitely believe that it belongs in the top tier of aircraft fighter games, if not the best. This game allows a lot of gameplay diversity. The controller support is an absolute must and it works quite well. One complaint I would have about this game. It is how slow the progression can be
  40. [R42] Metalstorm 2/5 · US 15 years to unlock: It will take you 15 years or more to unlock fighter jets

Synthesized from 106 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store