Machines at War 3 RTS in IOS

Build over 130 types of units!

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Our Expert Score

83/100

Machines at War 3 is a breath of fresh air for RTS fans on mobile. It feels like a proper, old-school Real-Time Strategy game in the vein of Total Annihilation or Command & Conquer. The scale is impressive, allowing for hundreds of units on screen at once, from tiny infantry to massive, screen-filling experimental mega-units.

The touch controls are surprisingly robust, using smart selection gestures that make managing multiple fronts manageable. The campaign is lengthy and features a variety of mission types, but the real meat is in the random map generator, which provides infinite replayability. If you've been looking for a 'real' RTS that doesn't rely on pay-to-win mechanics or timers, this is it.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 3.2Fri Sep 27 2019

Bug fixes.


"This game is epic" - iDownloadBlog "Easily one of the smoothest playing RTS experiences that can be had on the iPhone" - 148Apps Play 21 campaign missions with an intriguing story in this real time strategy game, build over 130 different types of units and technologies, enjoy unlimited random map skirmishes with many customizable settings, dominate in network multiplayer with friends!

"This control scheme really shines" - Pocket Tactics

"Machines at War 3 is all about the action, and the game coats it in an engaging 21-mission campaign with unique objectives." - Mac|Life

"Machines at War 3 is an example of how to make touch screen controls work for an RTS game." - 148Apps

"Every fibre screams homage to the retro RTS games we grew up on" - Gamegrin

"Normally you can't access beard tech like that until the end of the the tree." - Pocket Tactics

Features:

• Build over 130 different types of units and technologies

• Rescue the Omicron Initiative in 21 missions

• Play unlimited random map skirmishes

• Conquer four friends in online multiplayer combat

• Dominate with seven awesome RTS mega units

• Deploy a full arsenal of infantry, aircraft, naval, and ground forces

The story:

You investigate a secluded military lab and find something horribly wrong! All of the scientists are missing and the facility is ransacked. Years of research and top secret classified experiments are no where to be found.

The missing scientists, known as the Omicron Initiative, are responsible for developing new technologies. The only clue to their disappearance is a mysterious text message reading "we were forced to do it". The team's disappearance threatens the secrecy of it's research, which could potentially put your country into a chaotic panic. Now there's only one person who can rescue the Omicron Initiative and protect its secret technology from falling into the wrong hands.

In 21 real time strategy missions you'll race across the world to find out who, or what, is responsible for the team's disappearance. You'll command and conquer over 130 different types of RTS units ranging from infantry and ships to giant modern mega units.

After honing your skills in the campaign, fire up a random map and experience insane real time strategy battles! Choose your nation and test your mettle in online multiplayer or conquer some AI opponents offline. Many adjustable options ensure every game is unique. Want to play with only ground units? Make the victory condition the death of a specific unit? The options are limitless!

It's time to arm up and get in the war!

Behind the Game:

Hello, my name is James, I'm an indie developer and programmed 100% of Machines at War 3 over the last two and a half years! It was quite the undertaking and I almost gave up several times, but through bad times and good, I'm excited this real time strategy game is done! I hope you enjoy it and if so please let me know, sometimes when things are tough an email or review from a customer really helps. Game on!

It reminds many real time strategy gamers of command and conquer, starfront, and similar RTS elements as modern war, and war of nations.

Press Reviews:

"Machines at War 3 has a variety unmatched by other RTS titles." - Nizulo

"The number of units that can be created is staggering" - Armchair General

"It's incredibly easy to get into, thanks to easy to set up games and straightforward gameplay." - Joyviews

"An assault helicopter above, exploding, and a little trooper in a teal jumpsuit parachuting out. Maybe a nice visual touch in another game. Here? Well, shucks to that 'copter. You've got another pair of boots on the ground and a forward position to secure." - Pocket Tactics


Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

"This game is epic" - iDownloadBlog "Easily one of the smoothest playing RTS experiences that can be had on the iPhone" - 148Apps Play 21 campaign missions with an intriguing story in this real time strategy game, build over 130 different types of units and technologies, enjoy unlimited random map skirmishes with many customizable settings, dominate in network multiplayer with friends!

"This control scheme really shines" - Pocket Tactics

"Machines at War 3 is all about the action, and the game coats it in an engaging 21-mission campaign with unique objectives." - Mac|Life

"Machines at War 3 is an example of how to make touch screen controls work for an RTS game." - 148Apps

"Every fibre screams homage to the retro RTS games we grew up on" - Gamegrin

"Normally you can't access beard tech like that until the end of the the tree." - Pocket Tactics

Features:

• Build over 130 different types of units and technologies

• Rescue the Omicron Initiative in 21 missions

• Play unlimited random map skirmishes

• Conquer four friends in online multiplayer combat

• Dominate with seven awesome RTS mega units

• Deploy a full arsenal of infantry, aircraft, naval, and ground forces

The story:

You investigate a secluded military lab and find something horribly wrong! All of the scientists are missing and the facility is ransacked. Years of research and top secret classified experiments are no where to be found.

The missing scientists, known as the Omicron Initiative, are responsible for developing new technologies. The only clue to their disappearance is a mysterious text message reading "we were forced to do it". The team's disappearance threatens the secrecy of it's research, which could potentially put your country into a chaotic panic. Now there's only one person who can rescue the Omicron Initiative and protect its secret technology from falling into the wrong hands.

In 21 real time strategy missions you'll race across the world to find out who, or what, is responsible for the team's disappearance. You'll command and conquer over 130 different types of RTS units ranging from infantry and ships to giant modern mega units.

After honing your skills in the campaign, fire up a random map and experience insane real time strategy battles! Choose your nation and test your mettle in online multiplayer or conquer some AI opponents offline. Many adjustable options ensure every game is unique. Want to play with only ground units? Make the victory condition the death of a specific unit? The options are limitless!

It's time to arm up and get in the war!

Behind the Game:

Hello, my name is James, I'm an indie developer and programmed 100% of Machines at War 3 over the last two and a half years! It was quite the undertaking and I almost gave up several times, but through bad times and good, I'm excited this real time strategy game is done! I hope you enjoy it and if so please let me know, sometimes when things are tough an email or review from a customer really helps. Game on!

It reminds many real time strategy gamers of command and conquer, starfront, and similar RTS elements as modern war, and war of nations.

Press Reviews:

"Machines at War 3 has a variety unmatched by other RTS titles." - Nizulo

"The number of units that can be created is staggering" - Armchair General

"It's incredibly easy to get into, thanks to easy to set up games and straightforward gameplay." - Joyviews

"An assault helicopter above, exploding, and a little trooper in a teal jumpsuit parachuting out. Maybe a nice visual touch in another game. Here? Well, shucks to that 'copter. You've got another pair of boots on the ground and a forward position to secure." - Pocket Tactics


Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 656 Counts
Age Rating 18+

Screenshots

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Machines at War 3 brings true RTS depth to mobile. Command land, sea, and air forces as you battle through an epic 21-mission campaign. Research over 130 different unit types, including massive experimental machines that can turn the tide of any battle. With a random map generator for infinite skirmishes and a sophisticated AI, you'll need to master base building and tactical maneuvering to achieve victory. No timers, no IAP bottlenecks—just pure strategy.

Features

1

Over 130 unique units and technologies

2

Large-scale battles with hundreds of units

3

Infinite random map skirmish mode

4

No-nonsense, classic RTS gameplay

Tips

Promotion Videos

Official Machines at War 3 Launch Trailer - YouTube

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Q&A

Yes, you can challenge friends or random opponents in cross-platform online multiplayer matches.

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