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Warhammer 40,000 vs Warhammer

Warhammer 40,000 4.8★ · Free + IAP 70
Winner Warhammer 40,000
Warhammer 4.6★ · Free + IAP 45

Warhammer 40,000 (App A) is the better choice for players seeking a turn-based tactical game with a strong Warhammer 40k theme, despite its monetization issues, while Warhammer (App B) is a base-building RTS with significant pay-to-win problems and a less active developer.

Full reviews: Warhammer 40,000 · Warhammer

Warhammer 40,000 (App A) offers a turn-based tactical experience with engaging campaigns and a wide array of characters, though it is heavily criticized for its aggressive monetization and occasional technical issues. Warhammer (App B) is a base-building strategy game set in the Old World, but it suffers from severe pay-to-win mechanics, long timers, and developer neglect, making it less appealing for new or free-to-play users.

Head to head

Gameplay Style and Features edge: Warhammer 40,000R3R11R12R26
Warhammer 40,000 Warhammer 40,000 is praised for its turn-based tactical gameplay, engaging campaigns, and the ability to collect characters from various factions R26. Users enjoy the strategic elements and find it easy to learn . However, some find certain campaigns too difficult without grinding R3 and desire more unit types or specific factions R11R12.
Warhammer Warhammer is a base-building RTS game where players manage alliances, build armies, and raid castles R74R80. Users appreciate the cooperative and competitive aspects R119 and the ability to play as Chaos . However, many find the gameplay too basic and repetitive, lacking real strategy R87, and feel it doesn't truly capture the Warhammer feel R87.
Monetization and Value tieR4R7R13R15
Warhammer 40,000 Warhammer 40,000 is heavily criticized for its aggressive monetization, described as a 'money grab' and 'pay to win' R4R15R16R22. Players report being forced to spend money to progress, encountering overwhelming microtransactions, and having poor gacha drop rates R4R13R15R16. Free-to-play progression is severely limited by energy costs and slow recharge times R7.
Warhammer Warhammer is also widely condemned as an 'awful pay to win' game . Users state that significant spending is required to compete, with some packs costing hundreds of dollars . Free-to-play players are often decimated by stronger, paying players and face extremely long research and build timers, sometimes hundreds of days, which push them to spend .
Reliability and Performance tieR5R10R18R19
Warhammer 40,000 Warhammer 40,000 users frequently report crashing issues, sometimes after only 10 minutes of play R5R18R24R36. There are also complaints about glitches, such as 'no internet connection' errors even when connected R21, and ads that don't end or give rewards R19. Some users experienced bogus purchases or account deletion R10.
Warhammer Warhammer also has significant reliability problems, with users reporting the game not working after updates , constant glitches and freezing , and severe lag and disconnects during events . The app frequently reloads when minimized for short periods . Some players also had issues with accounts being deleted or not linking correctly .
Developer Support and Updates edge: Warhammer 40,000R4R36R38R64
Warhammer 40,000 Warhammer 40,000's developers are accused of constantly updating the AI to force spending R4 and making guides obsolete. While some users report receiving no response to support tickets regarding crashes R36, others mention QR codes for free stuff R38.
Warhammer Warhammer's developers are heavily criticized for being 'inept' and 'tone-deaf' , making updates with little QA or foresight R64. The 'Territories' update was particularly unpopular, described as poorly implemented, bug-filled, and ruining the game experience R64. Developers are also accused of catering to paying players and ignoring issues like botting and toxic behavior .
Pick Warhammer 40,000 if

You prefer a turn-based tactical game with Warhammer 40k lore and are willing to tolerate aggressive monetization and occasional technical issues . You enjoy collecting characters and engaging in strategic battles, even if it means grinding or spending R26.

Pick Warhammer if

You are a fan of base-building RTS games in the Warhammer Old World setting and enjoy cooperative gameplay within alliances R74R80R119. You are prepared for a significant long-term commitment, potentially years of play, and are either a heavy spender or extremely patient with slow progression and frequent server issues .

Evidence note: Both apps have a strong negative skew in recent reviews, primarily due to aggressive monetization and technical issues. Warhammer (App B) shows a higher degree of developer neglect and community dissatisfaction with updates, despite its slightly lower lifetime rating.

Frequently asked

Is Warhammer 40,000 (App A) a pay-to-win game?
Yes, Warhammer 40,000 is widely considered a pay-to-win game, with numerous reviews citing overwhelming microtransactions, high costs for progression, and a constant need to spend money to advance or acquire desired characters R4R15R16R22.
What kind of game is Warhammer (App B)?
Warhammer (App B) is a base-building real-time strategy (RTS) game where players build and upgrade their keeps, train armies, and engage in PvP and alliance activities within the Warhammer Old World setting R74R80R87R119.
Do either of these games have technical problems?
Yes, both games have reported technical problems; Warhammer 40,000 users experience frequent crashes, glitches, and 'no internet connection' errors R5R18R21R24, while Warhammer players report the game not working after updates, constant freezing, and severe lag during events .

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R3] Warhammer 40,000 3/5 · US A little too hard: The dark angels campaign is way too hard and you need to grind A LOT……still good game
  2. [R11] Warhammer 40,000 4/5 · US Would be 5 stars if you added the Salamanders: Just like the title said, this game will be perfect once you guys add the Salamanders Chapter.
  3. [R12] Warhammer 40,000 3/5 · US Could be way better: Needs more mounted units
  4. [R26] Warhammer 40,000 5/5 · US Fun: Very fun any faction being able to collect characters from any faction refreshing gameplay
  5. [R4] Warhammer 40,000 1/5 · US They delete these negative reviews: They constantly update the ai to force you to spend money. They have “creators” they pay to promote and make guides for the game and then make the guides obsolete. Do not let them get your money.
  6. [R7] Warhammer 40,000 2/5 · US Really fun Game, when you are able to play :((: Campaign = fun Events = fun Pvp = fun This game has a lot of enjoyment to be had. But unfortunately you are restricted on playable game time, resources, and overall progression. I’ve spent money on the game and don’t feel like a valued customer. It really is disappointing what games have become. Sadly i do not recommend this game.
  7. [R13] Warhammer 40,000 2/5 · US Great game but don’t play it: This game was and is great when you actually get to play it and actually be rewarded for the time and money put in. I’ve played this game since release and unfortunately like many other players I’ve hit the stage in the game where it seems getting anything new and worth anything is null and void. I haven’t pulled a legendary character in over around 2 years, I’ve used
  8. [R15] Warhammer 40,000 3/5 · US Greatness Averted: Tacticus is a strange animal. It’s 1 part old Blizzard AAA presentation with new world Gatcha greed. The game plays great but like other wallet cleansers it’s way more convoluted than it needs to be. I’m ok with pay to play but at these prices at least let me choose my rewards/characters. Random rewards with repeats enabled should be much much cheaper. A should be 5 sta
  9. [R5] Warhammer 40,000 4/5 · US Crashing Game: Great game, I still rank it a 4… but for months now no matter the updates I do the game crashes after about 10 mins of playing. I’m no tech master, my luck it’s my own iPad fault but it’s my main game and I still try my best to play daily but the crashing is frustrating.
  10. [R10] Warhammer 40,000 2/5 · US Bogus purchases.: The game itself is great and loads of fun. However, when I make a purchase I get charged for the purchase and then some other purchase I never made. If I made a purchase for $7.99 I would get charged the 7.99 and also 39.99 or some other larger amount. I had to contact Apple to get refunds. This has happened about 6 times. So if you make a purchase keep a very close eye on how mu
  11. [R18] Warhammer 40,000 3/5 · US Glitchy: Great game but I’m having major glitches. Tried to delete and redownload but nothing’s working.
  12. [R19] Warhammer 40,000 1/5 · US Never received offer: The app has offers for in game currency if you watch an ad, the ad never ends. Tried waiting 10 minutes but it just kept opening the AppStore to download the advertised game and I never received the payout
  13. [R36] Warhammer 40,000 3/5 · GB Great game, frequent crashes: Great game! Very addictive, however game frequently crashes resulting in lost tokens, energy ect. You can raise a ticket of which they have claimed to respond to all. However my previous three tickets I’ve had no response.
  14. [R38] Warhammer 40,000 5/5 · US Fire game: It a good game,haven’t got hit with any adds.might be pay to win but you can also get free stuff by QR codes witch is fire
  15. [R64] Warhammer 1/5 · US Developers Do Nothing To Maintain Playerbase.: Developers make updates with little to no q&a, playtesting, or foresight to changes they make and how they affect the core playerbase. The latest example is the new game mechanic of Territories. Half Baked, Bug filled, disrupted 7 years of game routines and playing for just another way to encourage you to spend. Anything new is just adding more powe
  16. [R16] Warhammer 40,000 2/5 · US Micro transaction bombardment: Overwhelming Micro transactions everywhere, more than actual gameplay.
  17. [R22] Warhammer 40,000 2/5 · US Money grab: It’s not a bad fame for what it is but it’s a constant money grab. Everything costs money and you are basically strangled by the pay wall.
  18. [R74] Warhammer 5/5 · US Best game on my phone: This game combines so many elements that makes it worth playing, alliances, interactive gameplay, building armies to raid other castles. It’s unique in its own sense and lets you play as the villain. Which is a rare thing to see nowadays. So in my honest opinion, I think this could be the best game on the App Store.
  19. [R80] Warhammer 5/5 · US Probably my favorite base-building game.: Recovering from Pvps that you miss isn’t so bad, though it can be disheartening. This is a fun game, and if you play with strategy in mind, you can contest with the best of them. It’s hard to choose a faction besides Slaanesh at the beginning solely because the Brigandine of Spite chestplate gives that faction the edge. Troops, warlords, rituals and all ot
  20. [R87] Warhammer 3/5 · US Too basic: Gave it a try as it was labeled as an RTS but it’s absolutely not. It’s quite basic and honestly I found it boring. There’s no strategy about it. Tap here and upgrade and tap here gather, and tap here etc etc. Nothing about this game feels like Warhammer or RTS. Just Warhammer themed. It’s generic and mindless.
  21. [R119] Warhammer 5/5 · US Warhammer: Great game. I really enjoy the cooperative gameplay mixed with competitive. Keeps you on your toes and shows the value of both mindsets. Keeps up the good work. I also would love to see the battles in animation.
  22. [R21] Warhammer 40,000 3/5 · US Great game, but…: Game is great, only issue is that it occasionally has (no internet connection) which is an error on their part, as I am able to connect to multiple internet sources meaning the issue is not on my part. The issue is now progressing, I have taken multiple screen shots of (no internet) which is clearly making the game not playable, I have indeed made purchases so it’s frustrating
  23. [R24] Warhammer 40,000 3/5 · US iPad: Not sure if anyone else has this problem,but this game constantly crashes

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