Two Spies is a rare gem in the mobile strategy genre. It strips away the 'pay-to-win' mechanics and bloat found in most modern games, leaving behind a pure, crystalline experience of psychological warfare. The art style is gorgeous—reminiscent of 1960s Cold War graphic design—and the sound design perfectly captures the tension of a rainy European street corner.
The gameplay loop is deceptively simple: move, gain intel, or strike. However, because your opponent is hidden, every move becomes a question. Did they just move into London, or are they waiting for me to reveal myself? The inclusion of a bot mode is great for learning the maps, but the real magic happens in 1v1 online matches. It’s one of the few games where losing feels just as exciting as winning because you get to see the 'replay' of where your opponent actually was the whole time.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 3.0.2Mon Mar 03 2025
- Fix a potential crash bug
- Modernize the spelling of Kyiv
Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Two Spies is a turn-based spy training program where you face off against an opponent in Cold War Europe. Sneak to gain cover, control cities' informants to capture areas of the map, deduce your target's location – or trick them into revealing it – and strike to win the round.
- Board-game style maps
- Training bot helps you learn the ropes of being a spy
- Play matched games against opponents online
- Get a Season Pass to see player ranks, access stats, and earn pro pins
- Play a friend in local wireless, "pass and play", or internet play
- Realtime turn-based gameplay
- Collect spy pins to show your opponents who they're up against
- Trick your opponent by doing what they least expect
- No consumable in app purchases or "pay to win" mechanics
- Based on a lost cold war spy training program
"A thrilling game of espionage"
- App Store "Game of the Day" feature, April 2020
"A great turn-by-turn game with just the right amount of chance thrown in"
- Steven Hackett, 512 Pixels














Two Spies is a turn-based strategy game for two players. It's played on a map of Europe where players must balance 'Intel' and 'Control'. You stay hidden until you strike, but every move gives your opponent clues about your location. It’s a tense game of cat-and-mouse that favors logic and bluffing over brute force.
Turn-based 1v1 multiplayer
Bot mode for solo practice
Minimalist, elegant design
Local and online play
No ads or pay-to-win mechanics
Sometimes the best move is to spend intel on a city you aren't actually in. This creates a 'ghost' presence that can lure your opponent into wasting their turn on a Strike.
Don't use all your intel early. Keep a reserve so you can see your opponent's movement range, which is vital for predicting their next strike zone.
Most matches are quick, typically lasting between 5 to 10 minutes.