To The Trenches is a visually striking and tactically deep homage to the trench warfare of the Great War, but with a unique 'toy soldier' aesthetic that makes it incredibly accessible. As a turn-based strategy game, it moves at a deliberate pace, forcing you to think several moves ahead. You aren't just commanding troops; you're managing supply lines, artillery support, and the morale of your men under the most grueling conditions.
The procedurally generated battlefields ensure that no two skirmishes feel the same. You have to use the terrain—craters, ruins, and mud—to protect your units from enemy fire. The art style is lovely, using a tilt-shift effect that makes the battlefield look like a miniature diorama come to life. It’s a game of inches and attrition, perfectly capturing the spirit of WWI while remaining a fun, engaging strategy experience that you can play on the go. It’s a must-play for fans of hex-based tactics.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.7.15Tue Jan 06 2026
- Improved soldier pathing when performing a melee attack
- Fixed a bug with the camera jumping around the battlefield
Lead your army through the chaos of WW1 Trench Warfare in this intense, retro-style RTS! Command troops, deploy brutal artillery strikes, and dominate the battlefield with tactical precision. With procedurally generated battles, every fight offers unique challenges and infinite replayability.
Deploy specialized platoons with Sharpshooters, Flame Troopers, Sentries, Trench Raiders and Medics. Utilize powerful Armored Vehicles to shift the tides of war. Face ever-changing weather and battlefield conditions ranging from mud, lightning storms, blizzards and sandstorms that dramatically impact tactics, forcing you to adapt or perish!
Choose from historically inspired factions including Germany, France, Britain, Austria-Hungary, Italy, Russia and the Ottoman Empire, each featuring unique perks and battlefield strengths. Make strategic choices with an in-depth upgrade system through the Officer Tree, enhancing your army's performance and unlocking devastating weaponry at your disposal. Experience gripping decisions through dilemmas that affect morale, resources and battle performance. No two campaigns are ever alike.
▶ FEATURES ◀
[ENDLESS WARFARE]
— Procedurally generated battlefields to ensure a new experience every time.
[SPECIALIZED UNITS]
— Unlock, upgrade and deploy units including Sharpshooters, Flame Troopers, Medics and Tanks.
[AUTHENTIC WW1 SETTING]
— Immerse yourself in detailed pixel art visuals, showcasing the brutality of trench warfare and tough battlefield conditions.
[UNIQUE FACTIONS]
— Each faction brings unique advantages to the battlefield.
[OFFLINE FRIENDLY]
— Enjoy seamless play anytime, no internet required.
[PLAYER EXPERIENCE]
— Free to play and enjoy, with fair in-app options and no intrusive ads.
Command. Adapt. Survive.
Do you have what it takes to lead your army to victory? Enlist now and head To The Trenches!
▶ SOCIALS ◀
Discord — https://discord.gg/3TJ6sH3qQG
BlueSky — https://bsky.app/profile/dadmadethings.com
Reddit — https://www.reddit.com/r/tothetrenches/
YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@DadMadeGames
TikTok — https://www.tiktok.com/@dadmade
X — https://twitter.com/DadMadeGames
Requires iOS 15.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Lead your army through the chaos of WW1 Trench Warfare in this intense, retro-style RTS! Command troops, deploy brutal artillery strikes, and dominate the battlefield with tactical precision. With procedurally generated battles, every fight offers unique challenges and infinite replayability.
Deploy specialized platoons with Sharpshooters, Flame Troopers, Sentries, Trench Raiders and Medics. Utilize powerful Armored Vehicles and Planes to shift the tides of war. Face ever-changing weather and battlefield conditions ranging from mud, lightning storms, blizzards and sandstorms that dramatically impact tactics, forcing you to adapt or perish!
Choose from historically inspired factions including Germany, France, Britain, Austria-Hungary, Italy, Russia and the Ottoman Empire, each featuring unique perks and battlefield strengths. Make strategic choices with an in-depth upgrade system through the Officer Tree, enhancing your army's performance and unlocking devastating weaponry at your disposal. Experience gripping decisions through dilemmas that affect morale, resources and battle performance. No two campaigns are ever alike.
▶ FEATURES ◀
[ENDLESS WARFARE]
— Procedurally generated battlefields to ensure a new experience every time.
[SPECIALIZED UNITS]
— Unlock, upgrade and deploy units including Sharpshooters, Flame Troopers, Medics and Tanks.
[AUTHENTIC WW1 SETTING]
— Immerse yourself in detailed pixel art visuals, showcasing the brutality of trench warfare and tough battlefield conditions.
[UNIQUE FACTIONS]
— Each faction brings unique advantages to the battlefield.
[OFFLINE FRIENDLY]
— Enjoy seamless play anytime, no internet required.
[PLAYER EXPERIENCE]
— Free to play and enjoy, with fair in-app options and no intrusive ads.
Command. Adapt. Survive.
Do you have what it takes to lead your army to victory? Enlist now and head To The Trenches!
▶ SOCIALS ◀
Discord — https://discord.gg/3TJ6sH3qQG
BlueSky — https://bsky.app/profile/dadmadethings.com
Reddit — https://www.reddit.com/r/tothetrenches/
YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@DadMadeGames
TikTok — https://www.tiktok.com/@dadmade
X — https://twitter.com/DadMadeGames
















To The Trenches is a turn-based strategy game that puts you in the boots of a general during the First World War. Lead your company to victory across procedurally generated battlefields using a variety of units, from infantry and snipers to primitive tanks and devastating artillery. With its unique 'toy soldier' art style and challenging AI, you'll need to master the terrain and manage your resources to break the stalemate and conquer the trenches.
Procedurally generated battlefields
Unique 'Toy Soldier' aesthetic
Deep turn-based hex tactics
Local pass-and-play multiplayer
Infantry units are extremely vulnerable in the open. Always end your turn with your units in a trench or behind a crater. This provides a significant defense bonus and can mean the difference between holding the line or a total rout.
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Artillery is your most powerful tool but has a long cooldown. Use it to soften up entrenched enemy positions before launching a full-scale infantry charge. Timing is everything.
Yes, you can choose between several major powers of the era, each with subtle differences in unit availability and artistic style.