Item: Strategery
Rating: 94
Author: Dinsun

Dinsun Review

Strategery is a masterclass in 'less is more.' It takes the core concept of Risk—conquering territory through dice rolls—and strips away all the fluff. There are no fancy graphics, no story, just you and the map. For a 40-year-old who’s tired of modern games holding my hand, this is a breath of fresh air. Every move matters, and a single bad roll can topple your entire empire.

The AI is surprisingly clever. It knows how to bait you into overextending and then crushes you. It’s one of the few mobile games where I feel like I'm actually being outplayed rather than just losing to a script. The only downside is that it can feel a bit repetitive after long sessions, and the luck factor of the dice can lead to some controller-throwing moments. But for a quick strategy fix, it’s hard to beat. It’s pure, unadulterated gameplay.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Brilliant minimalist design
Deep strategic complexity
Fast-paced and challenging

High frustration factor from bad dice rolls
Visuals may be too simple for some
Can become repetitive in long play sessions

Technical Report

Performance: Lightning-fast map generation; zero lag during AI turns.

Accessibility:

Colorblind mode for territories
Adjustable animation speed

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love strategy games like Risk but want something faster and cleaner.

Skip if: You hate losing a game because of a bad dice roll.

Similar Games:

Risk: Global Domination
Influence

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old expert reviewer
Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
Playtime: 30 hours
Status: Won on Brutal difficulty

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

298908505

$1.99 4+★4.4 181 reviews

Author : Affogato LLC

Pubish Date : Mon Dec 08 2008

Last Update Date : Sat Jun 17 2017

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 3.8.0Sat Jun 17 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
Updated for newer versions of iOS:
• Added 64-bit support
• Added Compliance for App Transport Security
Strategery is a fast-paced game of world domination, designed and built from top to bottom for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. Play against the computer or your friends in an epic battle of strategy and risk. It's an App Store oldie but a goodie (check out the reviews).
Macworld's 2009 App Gems Award winner for Best Strategy Game
"There is no game I play on my iPhone more than Strategery"
- Lex Friedman
"Strategery offers depth that can—and will—claim hours of your time."
- Macworld
"My latest iPhone gaming habit is Strategery"
- Slate Magazine
"Lots of fun and the gameplay has a great feel."
- Daring Fireball
FEATURES
• Challenging game of offensive and defensive strategy
• Play for a couple minutes or a couple hours (it's pretty addictive)
• Four difficulty settings, ranging from "Easy" (for the strategically impaired) to "Brutal" (risk being humiliated)
• Online battles with push notifications and random matchmaking!
• Pass-and-play multiplayer (up to 5 players)
• Automatically saves your game to resume later
• Randomly generated maps (four sizes) make every game a unique challenge
• TONS of gameplay options to tailor the game to your preferences
Requires iOS 7.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Strategery is a fast-paced game of world domination, designed and built from top to bottom for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. Play against the computer or your friends in an epic battle of strategy and risk. It's an App Store oldie but a goodie (check out the reviews).
Macworld's 2009 App Gems Award winner for Best Strategy Game
"There is no game I play on my iPhone more than Strategery"
- Lex Friedman
"Strategery offers depth that can—and will—claim hours of your time."
- Macworld
"My latest iPhone gaming habit is Strategery"
- Slate Magazine
"Lots of fun and the gameplay has a great feel."
- Daring Fireball
FEATURES
• Challenging game of offensive and defensive strategy
• Play for a couple minutes or a couple hours (it's pretty addictive)
• Four difficulty settings, ranging from "Easy" (for the strategically impaired) to "Brutal" (risk being humiliated)
• Online battles with push notifications and random matchmaking!
• Pass-and-play multiplayer (up to 5 players)
• Automatically saves your game to resume later
• Randomly generated maps (four sizes) make every game a unique challenge
• TONS of gameplay options to tailor the game to your preferences

Ratings & Reviews

4.4 out of 5 with 181 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Strategery is a fast-paced game of world domination. Battle for control of a randomly generated map against up to five computer opponents. With a clean aesthetic and intuitive touch controls, Strategery offers a pure strategy experience. Conquer neighbors to gain reinforcements and expand your empire until the world is yours.

Features

Randomly generated maps

Five difficulty levels

Minimalist visual design

Addictive 'one more turn' gameplay

Tips

The 'Wall' Strategy

Don't spread your reinforcements too thin. Focus on creating a strong line of defense on your borders while keeping a powerful 'stack' in the center to react to breakthroughs.

Promotion Videos

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News on this game

Strategery by Affogato LLC

Strategery is a fast-paced game of world domination, designed and built from top to bottom for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. Play against the computer or...

AppAdvice - Mon Jul 02 2018

Gameplays

Quick Attacks

Tap your territory and then an adjacent enemy territory to attack. The dice roll is instant, and the outcome is determined by the number of units on each side.