Clash of Clans
Build a village, train an army and fight alongside your clan in Supercell's long-running strategy game
by Supercell Oy · listed Oct 27, 2026
Quick verdict
A well-supported strategy game with genuinely good clan features, worth installing if you enjoy slow-burn progress and can resist the pressure to spend.
Best for Players who enjoy long-term base building and coordinated battles with a regular group
Reviewed by AppsPicks on Oct 27, 2026. How we review
Clash of Clans review
Clash of Clans is a base-building strategy game where you grow a village, collect resources, and raid other players to fund upgrades. You lay out defenses like cannons, mortars, traps and walls, then train troops, spells and Heroes such as the Barbarian King and Archer Queen to attack other bases. The real hook is the clan: you join or start a group, then take part in Clan Wars, Clan War Leagues and Clan Games together. It suits players who like steady long-term progress and team play more than quick one-off matches.
Day to day, it fits into short sessions: queue an upgrade, run an attack or two, donate troops to clanmates, and check back later. Attacks last a few minutes and reward planning, since troop choice and where you deploy matter. Over months the progression slows, and upgrade timers stretch out, which is where the game nudges you toward spending.
Why we picked it: It has been updated for over a decade, and its clan features give it a social depth few mobile strategy games match.
Watch out for: Purchases include random items, and later upgrades take long enough that patience or spending becomes a real factor.
What we like
- Clan Wars and Clan War Leagues make team play meaningful
- Short attack sessions that fit into a busy day
- Wide mix of troops, spells and Heroes for different strategies
- Frequent updates on both iOS and Android
- Free to download and play
What could be better
- Upgrade timers grow very long at higher levels
- In-app purchases include random items
- Requires an internet connection to play
- Progress feels slow without spending or a lot of patience
Questions about Clash of Clans
Is Clash of Clans free?
Yes, it is free to download and play. Optional in-app purchases are available, including some random items, and you can turn purchases off in your device settings.
Which platforms is it on?
It is available on iPhone and iPad through the App Store and on Android through Google Play.
Can I play offline?
No. It is an online multiplayer game, so you need a connection to attack, defend and play with your clan.
Is it suitable for kids?
It is rated 9+ on the App Store and Everyone 10+ on Google Play. Parents may want to disable in-app purchases given the random paid items.
What are some alternatives?
Boom Beach, also from Supercell, offers a similar build-and-raid loop with a different setting. Clash Royale suits players who want faster head-to-head matches.
From the developer: how Clash of Clans describes itself
Join millions of players worldwide as you build your village, raise a Clan, and compete in epic Clan Wars! Mustachioed Barbarians, fire wielding Wizards, and other unique troops are waiting for you! Enter the world of Clash!
Clash of Clans is free to download and play, however, some game items can also be purchased for real money (including random items). If you don't want to purchase game items for real money, please disable in-app purchases in your device's settings.
Classic Features: ● Join a Clan of fellow players or start your own and invite friends. ● Assemble an army with countless combinations of spells, troops, and Heroes! ● Customize your village and build it into a mighty stronghold.
Multiplayer: ● Fight in Clan Wars as a team against millions of active players across the globe. Test your skills in the competitive Clan War Leagues and prove you're the best. ● Forge alliances and work together with your Clan in Clan Games to earn valuable Magic items. ● Test your skills in Ranked Mode and take part in competitive battles with players from around the world. Prove you're the best and rise all the way to the top of the Leaderboard in Legend League. ● Collect resources and plunder loot from other players to upgrade your village and turn it into a tough fortress. ● Defend against enemy attacks with a multitude of Towers, Cannons, Bombs, traps, Mortars, and walls. ● Unlock epic Heroes like Barbarian King, Archer Queen, Grand Warden, Royal Champion, Minion Prince, Dragon Duke, and Battle Machine. ● Research upgrades in your Laboratory to make troops, spells, and Siege Machines even more powerful. ● Create your own custom PVP experiences through Friendly Challenges, Friendly Wars, and special events. ● Watch Clanmates attack and defend in real-time as a spectator or check out the video replays.
Single Player: ● Fight against the Goblin King in a single player campaign mode and become a hero of the realm. ● Learn new tactics and experiment with army combinations and Clan Castle troops in Practice Mode.
Builder Base: ● Journey to the mysterious shores of Builder Base and discover new buildings, characters, and a whole new way to play. ● Turn your Builder Base into an unbeatable fortress and defeat rival players in Versus Battles. ● Collect exclusive Hero Skins and Sceneries to customize your village.
What are you waiting for, Chief? Join the action today.
A network connection is also required.
Player Reviews: Clash of Clans proudly announces over eight million five star reviews on the App Store.
If you have fun playing Clash of Clans, you may also enjoy other Supercell games like Clash Royale, Brawl Stars, Boom Beach, and Hay Day. Make sure to check those out! Support: Chief, are you having problems? Visit https://help.supercellsupport.com/clash-of-clans/en/index.html or contact us in game by going to Settings > Help and Support.
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