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World Conqueror 4 vs State.io

World Conqueror 4 4.6★ · Free + IAP 75
Winner World Conqueror 4
State.io 4.6★ · Free + IAP 50

World Conqueror 4 offers a deeper, more complex strategy experience for dedicated players, while State.io provides a simpler, faster-paced game that is heavily marred by excessive ads and a lack of true multiplayer.

Full reviews: World Conqueror 4 · State.io

World Conqueror 4 provides a detailed, historical grand strategy experience with various campaigns and unit management, though it can be challenging and has 'pay-to-win' elements. State.io offers a more casual, abstract strategy game, but its user experience is significantly hindered by frequent ads and a perceived lack of real multiplayer.

Head to head

Features and Gameplay Depth edge: World Conqueror 4R1R2R20R23
World Conqueror 4 World Conqueror 4 is praised for its deep strategic gameplay, historical campaigns, and general management, offering a long-term experience R2. Users enjoy the complexity of moving divisions and managing generals, with some wishing for more modern maps, custom map makers, or sandbox modes R1R2R20R23.
State.io State.io is described as a simple, fun, and addictive strategy game involving shapes and colors . However, many users find the content repetitive and limited, with maps repeating quickly and a lack of a world map or real multiplayer R69R71.
Difficulty and AI tieR1R3R4R6
World Conqueror 4 World Conqueror 4 is frequently criticized for being too hard and challenging, with many players finding it impossible to win certain scenarios without paying R3R4R6. The AI is often described as cheating, overpowered, or unhelpful to allies, putting the player in a losing position R1.
State.io State.io's difficulty is mixed; some find it fun and challenging R64, while others say it's too easy and can be beaten quickly by waiting for enemy moves . The AI in State.io is generally perceived as bots, especially in 'PvP' mode, and is not considered very good R63R64R69R71.
Monetization and Value edge: World Conqueror 4R4R6R16R22
World Conqueror 4 World Conqueror 4 is frequently called 'pay-to-win' R16R22. Users report spending money on generals and upgrades but still finding the game too hard or not seeing sufficient improvement R4R22. There are complaints about unfair elite units requiring payment, misleading sales tactics, and issues with in-app purchases R6.
State.io State.io is heavily criticized for its excessive ads, which many users find unbearable and intrusive, appearing after every level or even upon opening the app R61R68R69R72. Users who purchased the 'no ads' option report that ads still appear, making the purchase ineffective and a 'rip-off' .
Reliability and Support tieR7R10R31R37
World Conqueror 4 World Conqueror 4 users report issues with the game not loading or letting them play R7R10. There are significant complaints about lost progress and purchases, with some users losing years of progress or money and receiving no response from support R31R37. Some also mention bugs with upgrades not working .
State.io State.io users report glitches, freezing, and screen issues after updates . Some users experienced their levels being downgraded after an update , and there are reports of the game trying to install malware or not tracking daily login progress . The inability to restore 'no ads' purchases also indicates a lack of reliable purchase management .
Pick World Conqueror 4 if

you enjoy complex, historical grand strategy games, are willing to invest time to overcome difficulty, and can tolerate potential 'pay-to-win' elements or grind for generals.

Pick State.io if

you want a very casual, simple, abstract strategy game for short bursts and don't mind a constant barrage of ads, or if you are willing to pay for an ad-free experience (though this may not fully resolve the ad issue).

Evidence note: State.io's reviews are heavily dominated by complaints about ads, which skews the overall perception of the game despite some users finding the core gameplay fun. World Conqueror 4's negative reviews often focus on difficulty and 'pay-to-win' aspects, but also highlight a deeper strategic experience.

Frequently asked

Is World Conqueror 4 a pay-to-win game?
Yes, many users describe World Conqueror 4 as 'pay-to-win,' stating that it is difficult or impossible to progress and win certain scenarios without purchasing powerful generals and upgrades R4R6R16R22.
Does State.io have real multiplayer?
No, despite having a 'PvP' mode, many users report that State.io's multiplayer is fake and consists entirely of bots, even at higher levels R63R64R69R71.
Are there too many ads in State.io?
Yes, State.io is widely criticized for having an excessive number of ads, with users reporting ads after every game, for upgrades, upon opening the app, and even after purchasing the 'no ads' option R61R68R69R72.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] World Conqueror 4 2/5 · US Ehhhhh: The game itself is very cool, it simulates from the eyes of generals moving divisions around on fronts, but every country that seems strong is strong until you play as them. It would also be cool to see some AI innovation come to the game. Maybe be able to request diplomacy or cities from your allies, it should be one stars are the easiest countries and three are the hardest because you ha
  2. [R2] World Conqueror 4 5/5 · US Really good just one thing: I really like the game since it almost never gets boring but i would recommend making a custom map maker or even expanding onto steam if you haven’t already so people can use the workshop but anyways with the custom map maker it would be really nice cuz there’s only so many scenarios you can make yourself and even then some people dont like things about them and if anyt
  3. [R20] World Conqueror 4 4/5 · US Add sandbox: It’s a really good game but I think the dev should add a sandbox thing where you can pick a battleField and Spawn armies and fight them. But over all I love this game
  4. [R23] World Conqueror 4 5/5 · US PLAY THAT GAME AND THANKS ME LATER !!!: I love the game we can see the differences between the 3 and the 4 , I would think of it even better if we would have a lot of more map in conquest like 2017 or 2026 and mostly with neutral playing country were we could chose side . The only thing I would like to change would be the scenario and the Numbers of medals gain cause I waiste many time by waiting
  5. [R3] World Conqueror 4 3/5 · US Not good enough: It’s just impossible to win with Germany.
  6. [R4] World Conqueror 4 1/5 · US Too hard: The game is too hard and makes it almost impossible. I have paid 80 to get some generals and upgrades but to no avail. Tank commanders are still so underpowered on events it’s ridiculous. Save your time and money and time.
  7. [R6] World Conqueror 4 3/5 · US PLLLLEAAASEEEE MAKE CONQUEST FAIR: Please make it to where the elite units in conquest are either the same level or Mabye 1 level difference. Right now with only having level three vs level 9 it’s impossible without paying money to win. Please make it more fair.
  8. [R16] World Conqueror 4 1/5 · US P2W: Game blows
  9. [R22] World Conqueror 4 1/5 · US Pay to Win: The time spent in this game vs the achievements/improvements obtained are completely miss aligned. I have been playing for months (because I enjoy the game) and even bought a couple times but it's impossible to scale up. What you receive for completing missions and battles is sooooooooo little compared to what you need to improve your generals. Honestly I am giving up
  10. [R7] World Conqueror 4 1/5 · US Not letting me play: Absolute joke of a game fix this or I will delete please fix this my favorite game
  11. [R10] World Conqueror 4 1/5 · US Failure: I can’t get into the game, it just won’t load
  12. [R31] World Conqueror 4 2/5 · US Two years gone! Why!!! No auto-save!!! Ah!!! Ah!!! · translated
  13. [R37] World Conqueror 4 1/5 · US Deleted game: My game deleted and I’m trying to get it back. I was far in the game and I reached out with no response.
  14. [R63] State.io 3/5 · US Davis: The game is fun, but I feel like I’m playing against bots they should add online
  15. [R64] State.io 2/5 · US Fun maybe: It’s fun and challenging in regular mode but in PvP it is frustrating because you are playing all bots in the higher levels. Turn off internet and you’ll see. I wouldn’t mind waiting a minute for real players.
  16. [R69] State.io 3/5 · US My Review :3: 1. Too many ads (lessen the amount of ads, please 😭) 2. Multiplayer is definitely fake (PLEASE add real multiplayer 🫶) 3. Kinda fun to play, but you’ll run out of stuff to do after a while Anyways, Goodbye.
  17. [R71] State.io 4/5 · US Fun but short: Game is great. Honestly not sure if multiplayer is actual multiplayer or just bots.
  18. [R61] State.io 1/5 · US Nothing But Ads: This game is nothing but ads. By far the worst game I have ever played. The developers are nothing but money greedy losers. Get a job morons!
  19. [R68] State.io 5/5 · US Ads: The game is great, but could you please not put ads every two plays? Instead of forcing players to watch ads to receive rewards, you could let them click on the ads themselves.
  20. [R72] State.io 3/5 · US Super fun: Ad heavy. I was loving it but after every battle you watch another ad. I deleted it after 30 minutes.

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