Strategy games for Android
Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: building a base, managing resources, choosing troops and outthinking other players. Each page here explains how the game plays, how long it takes to progress without paying, what the in-app purchases buy (time skips, currency, passes), and how clans and online battles work. You'll also find the latest version, what changed in the most recent update, the minimum Android version, and how to install the official game if Play Store isn't available. APKPeer lists the original game from its developer only. Private servers and "free gems" builds aren't listed: they're unofficial, often unsafe, and can get your real account banned.
3 games, latest updates first
Strategy games compared
From each app's Google Play listing or developer site. Blank cells weren't verified.
| App | Developer | Latest version | Updated | Android | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clash Royale | Supercell | 160635007 | Nov 3, 2026 | 7.0+ | Free |
| Plants vs. Zombies 2 | ELECTRONIC ARTS | 13.5.2 | Oct 26, 2026 | 7.0+ | Free |
| Clash of Clans | Supercell | 18.647.5 | Oct 20, 2026 | 7.0+ | Free |
Frequently asked questions
Which strategy games on APKPeer are free?
All 3 strategy games listed here are free to install: Clash Royale, Plants vs. Zombies 2 and Clash of Clans. Some show ads or sell optional in-app purchases, which each app page lists.
Which strategy games work on older Android phones?
All 3 strategy games with a confirmed requirement need Android 7.0 or newer: Clash Royale, Plants vs. Zombies 2 and Clash of Clans. Where Google Play says "Varies with device", Play only offers the install on compatible phones.
Which strategy games have no ads?
According to their Google Play listings, Clash Royale and Clash of Clans don't contain ads. Plants vs. Zombies 2 shows ads. Apps whose ad status Play doesn't confirm aren't included.
Which strategy games were updated most recently?
Clash Royale 160635007 (Nov 3, 2026), Plants vs. Zombies 2 13.5.2 (Oct 26, 2026) and Clash of Clans 18.647.5 (Oct 20, 2026) have the newest releases on Google Play. Each app page lists what changed in its latest version.