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Head-to-head

Modern Strike Online vs Modern Combat 5

Modern Strike Online 4.7★ · Free + IAP 55
Winner Modern Combat 5
Modern Combat 5 4.7★ · Free + IAP 60

Modern Combat 5 has a slight edge due to its praised campaign mode and nostalgic value, despite both games suffering from significant 'pay-to-win' accusations and excessive ads.

Full reviews: Modern Strike Online · Modern Combat 5

Both Modern Strike Online and Modern Combat 5 are free-to-play FPS games with in-app purchases, but both are heavily criticized for being 'pay-to-win' and having too many ads. Modern Combat 5 stands out for its campaign mode and nostalgic appeal, while Modern Strike Online is plagued by technical issues and aggressive monetization.

Head to head

Features & Gameplay edge: Modern Combat 5R10R12R25R40
Modern Strike Online Modern Strike Online is described as a fun shooting game with realistic elements, but many users complain about clunky controls, lack of controller support, and no campaign mode R10R12R25R40. Some users enjoy the fast-paced matches .
Modern Combat 5 Modern Combat 5 is praised for its good story line and campaign mode, which is a significant draw for many players . However, some users find the aiming terrible without auto-aim, and movement can feel stiff .
Monetization (Pay-to-Win) tieR1R3R10R13
Modern Strike Online Modern Strike Online is widely criticized as 'pay-to-win,' with users reporting that paid guns are overpowered and make it impossible for free players to compete R1R3R10R13. Upgrading weapons is also described as pricey R3.
Modern Combat 5 Modern Combat 5 also faces strong accusations of being 'pay-to-win,' with users stating that guns do no damage unless purchased and that paid weapons dominate gameplay R79.
Ads & Pop-ups tieR9R18R21R42
Modern Strike Online Modern Strike Online users frequently complain about an excessive number of offers and pop-up ads after every match, which interrupts gameplay and becomes overwhelming R9R18R21R42.
Modern Combat 5 Modern Combat 5 is heavily criticized for an overwhelming number of ads, with users reporting ads popping up after every game, between matches, and even preventing access to the store .
Reliability & Performance tieR15R19R22R24
Modern Strike Online Modern Strike Online users report frequent lagging, glitches, and disconnections, especially with poor service R15R19R24. Many also experience issues with updates not working, preventing them from playing R22.
Modern Combat 5 Modern Combat 5 users report server errors, frequent disconnections, and lag R70. Some also mention issues with loading player profiles and weapons, requiring reinstallation . There are also reports of sound problems on iOS .
Matchmaking & Fairness tieR4R24R45R79
Modern Strike Online Modern Strike Online users frequently complain about unfair matchmaking, being paired with much higher-level players R4R24. This contributes to the 'pay-to-win' feeling, as skill is often overshadowed by purchased gear R45.
Modern Combat 5 Modern Combat 5 also has complaints about unfair matchmaking, with new players at low levels being matched against high-level or 'diamond/gold league' players R79. This makes it difficult for non-paying users to compete.
Pick Modern Strike Online if

you are looking for a straightforward online FPS experience and are willing to tolerate aggressive monetization and potential technical issues .

Pick Modern Combat 5 if

you prioritize a game with a campaign mode and enjoy a nostalgic FPS experience, even if it comes with significant 'pay-to-win' elements and excessive ads .

Evidence note: Both apps are free with in-app purchases, and the negative reviews for both are heavily skewed towards complaints about 'pay-to-win' mechanics and excessive ads, which is common for this monetization model. The lifetime ratings are very similar, suggesting a comparable overall user experience despite the specific issues.

Frequently asked

Do Modern Strike Online and Modern Combat 5 support game controllers?
Modern Strike Online users report that the game does not support controllers, despite some believing it should, which negatively impacts gameplay for those who prefer physical controls R12R25R40R60. Modern Combat 5 reviews do not explicitly mention controller support, but complaints about stiff touch controls suggest it might also be lacking or poorly implemented .
Are there many hackers in these games?
Yes, both games have reports of hackers and cheaters. Modern Strike Online users mention players appearing to hack the game R45 and others using cheats like being under the ground to kill opponents R56. Modern Combat 5 users also complain about hackers and cheaters R70R79.
Is it worth spending money in Modern Strike Online?
Many Modern Strike Online users strongly advise against spending money, as they feel the game is 'pay-to-win' and that purchases quickly become obsolete or are not worth the high cost R1R3R13R18. Some users who spent hundreds of dollars reported losing their purchases or having their upgraded items become regular after updates .

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R10] Modern Strike Online 2/5 · US Here’s a real review.: This game honestly is extremely average. Previews don’t show anything of what the gameplay is. There is no campaign. It’s extremely pay to win and controls are clunky even for a mobile game.
  2. [R12] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · US ?: Wish I can play my black bone game controller so I’m not saying this is a bad game. I feel like it’ll make it more easy for me playing it.
  3. [R25] Modern Strike Online 1/5 · US No Controller support: Without the support of a controller gameplay on here is just not fun. Touch screen controls doesn’t give you an immersive experience like a controller does. Analog is better and the precision is better too. Supposedly this game supports controller support however, that’s not the case. No controller support is present which makes the game not worth playing l. Codm stays on to
  4. [R40] Modern Strike Online 1/5 · US No game controllers: Guys, I tried to play this with my controller and it wouldn’t work and there’s so many other games that you can’t play with a game controller. PLEASEEEEE
  5. [R1] Modern Strike Online 1/5 · US I just can say on thing about this game man: Pay to win
  6. [R3] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · US Fun, But…: Its alot of fun, but its pricey to even upgrade to new weapons.
  7. [R13] Modern Strike Online 1/5 · US Pay to win: when I start playing the game, it seems really cool but the more rounds I played two more times and I realize i’m getting one shot then I realize there are these guns that you have to pay to get and they are insane and I try winning, but I can’t because the guns can just one shot anyone who tries to go near them so I upgraded my gun to max everything and I was still being one shotted t
  8. [R9] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · US To many offers: After every match it’s offer after offer and I have to exit each offer to start the match.
  9. [R18] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · US Fun but…: Game is fun but a lot of in game pop ups/sales and then you have the people who must get paid to play because it really comes down to how much money you can spend. Add/reduce costs for in game purchases and I’ll spend real money. I cant justify spending $50 for a gun…on a game…on my phone.
  10. [R21] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · US To many pop ups!: I finally finished a game and I saw a pop up I closed it and another one over and over again and it was so overwhelming
  11. [R42] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · GB Latest upgrade shows greed: This game has been my go to for ages and I don’t mind the pop ups of “offers” as you can easily cross them off. However, the latest update forces you to watch and ad before you can go into another game. Like most games there is an element of P2W but the Artemis bow takes the biscuit. £100 bow that guarantees to win any fire fight. That to me is highly annoying but hey h
  12. [R15] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · US Glitches: When I was playing the game unfortunately it keeps logging me out of the whole game! On my apple iPad
  13. [R19] Modern Strike Online 1/5 · US Worst than pineapple on pizza: This game is horrible I tried to move kept lagging again and again I tried to shoot and I needed to zoom in 2 times and My screen was moving faster than light+sound combined and I deleted it wrist game ever
  14. [R22] Modern Strike Online 1/5 · US Update: Không tải game được
  15. [R24] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · US Good Game in some aspects: It’s an awesome game, if you have good service. If not well… it incessantly makes you restart the game over and over and over. But if you’ve got a good connection. It’s also quite a pay to win game sadly. I feel like it’s not silk based it’s more like (hey this kit is on a special sell it’s 50% off or something like that and then someone buys it and they can be brand ne
  16. [R4] Modern Strike Online 2/5 · US Unfair matches: I’m only a level 45 player and keep getting paired with players in the high 60’s. I refuse to pay to play. I had more fun working up to this level but now find the matches impossible to play and advance.
  17. [R45] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · GB Wallet Warriors and Hacking: It is reasonable for a game to offer in-app purchases, but when weapons and perks mean that someone with deep pockets can dominate a game to such an extent that no amount of skill can give you a fitting chance against them it ruins the fun for everyone. There’s also a lot of people who appear to be able to hack this game. Otherwise I would really enjoy it.
  18. [R79] Modern Combat 5 2/5 · US I'm giving it 2 stars only because in multiplayer, you don't fight against players of the same level as you, but rather much higher. For example, my level is 40, but I play multiplayer matches against level 140. So where is your much-hyped multiplayer with equal levels? I've noticed cheating in your game; players kill through walls. The game is designed purely for insane, aggressive donations. · translated
  19. [R60] Modern Strike Online 3/5 · GB Controller: It’s a good game I do like it but will there be an update to actually use a controller if you can change this would happily give a 5 star review and rating
  20. [R56] Modern Strike Online 5/5 · US LA QUILLO , / NOS PEGABA: TYCO
  21. [R70] Modern Combat 5 1/5 · US MC5 dissapointed I lag alot n there’s hackers: Nothing but Hackers n cheaters

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store