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Mobile App Development

Coming After Steam Release • iOS 14+ Required

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iOS App Coming Soon!

OpenFront for iOS is currently in development and will be available on the App Store after the Steam Early Access release. Get ready for the ultimate mobile strategy experience!

Development Priority: Steam → iOS → Android

Current Mobile Experience

Browser Limitations

  • Significant input lag on mobile Safari
  • Touch controls not optimized for iOS
  • Performance issues on older devices
  • Territory selection often unresponsive

Community Feedback

"It's kind of a shame because I think I'd only ever play it on mobile when I have time to kill but the input lag is awful."
"Mobile support isn't fully implemented, the best experience you'll get is when it officially has Android and iOS app."

Developer Response: "Working on it. Planning on a mobile version of the game that's faster paced with smaller maps."

Planned iOS App Features

Native iOS Experience

  • Optimized for iPhone and iPad
  • Intuitive touch controls and gestures
  • Native iOS UI/UX design
  • Offline mode capabilities
  • Push notifications for game events

Mobile-Optimized Gameplay

  • Faster-paced "Blitz" game modes
  • Smaller maps for quicker matches
  • Simplified controls for touch gameplay
  • Cross-platform play with PC users
  • Portrait and landscape mode support

Expected iOS Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • iOS Version: iOS 14.0 or later
  • Device: iPhone 8 / iPad (6th gen) or newer
  • Storage: 500 MB available space
  • RAM: 3 GB or more recommended
  • Network: Wi-Fi or cellular data connection

Recommended Devices

  • iPhone: iPhone 12 or newer
  • iPad: iPad Air (4th gen) or iPad Pro
  • iOS Version: iOS 16.0 or later
  • Storage: 1 GB available space
  • Network: Wi-Fi for best performance

Development Timeline

Phase 1: Steam Early Access

Focus on PC platform and core gameplay

Current
2

Phase 2: iOS Development

Native iOS app with touch controls and mobile features

Next
3

Phase 3: Android Development

Android version with cross-platform compatibility

Future

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Frequently Asked Questions

When will the iOS app be released?

The iOS app is planned for development after the Steam Early Access release. We don't have a specific date yet, but we'll announce it through our community channels as soon as we have more information.

Will it be free like the PC version?

Yes, OpenFront will remain free-to-play on iOS, just like the PC version. We may introduce optional in-app purchases to support development, but the core game will always be free.

Can I play with PC players?

Yes! Cross-platform play is planned, so iOS players will be able to compete with PC and Android players in the same matches.

Will there be different game modes for mobile?

Absolutely! We're planning faster-paced "Blitz" modes with smaller maps specifically designed for mobile gaming sessions. These will be perfect for playing on the go.

What about the current mobile browser experience?

We're aware of the current limitations with mobile browsers, including input lag and control issues. The native iOS app will solve these problems with optimized touch controls and better performance.

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