Last updated on January 15th, 2026 at 04:28 pm
2nd In Command: Bolt Action – Board Game Review
2nd In Command: Bolt Action is a Board/Reference game from Ben Knoll, first launched in 25th November 2020.
It’s rated 4+ and currently has 77+ ratings on the App Store.
What Makes 2nd In Command: Bolt Action Stand Out
Lead from the Front
The world is at war. From the frozen steppes of Russia to the scorching deserts of North Africa, your command can turn the tide of history. Second in Command is your mobile field headquarters for the world of Bolt Action, designed to get you from the assembly table to the battlefield with speed and precision.
Forge Your Historic Fighting Force:
Authentic List Building: Faithfully construct your platoons for all major and minor powers. Select your veterans, deploy your tanks, and call in your artillery with an intuitive system that respects the core rules.
Flawless Point Calculation: Let the app handle the logistics. Every soldier, every weapon, and every vehicle is calculated automatically, ensuring your list is battle-ready and points-accurate.
Your Army, in Your Pocket: Save, edit, and store your complete force rosters on your device or cloud. Your next list is always ready for a game or tournament.
Master the Rules of Warfare:
Instant Rule Reference: Keep the battle flowing. Our rules reference puts core rules at your fingertips. Resolve questions in seconds, not minutes.
Unit Database at a Glance: Quickly check the stats and special rules for any unit, allowing you to make tactical decisions on the fly and understand your enemy's capabilities.
Enlist Today!
Stop dealing with administrative delays and start your offensive. Second in Command: Bolt Action is the ultimate force multiplier for every player, from a fresh-faced Lieutenant to a seasoned Colonel.
Download Now and Report for Duty!
This Board game offers engaging gameplay and regular updates for mobile players.
Player Feedback
As a newer release, 2nd In Command: Bolt Action is building its player community. Early feedback suggests .
Recent Updates & Development
Latest Update: 15th December 2025
Recent improvements include:
FIXED
Goliath Demolition Team, Naval Squad & P People Militia weapon option costs.
U.S. Army Quad .50 & MGMC weapon profiles
Download & Availability
2nd In Command: Bolt Action is available through the official App Store for iOS devices.
Get 2nd In Command: Bolt Action on App Store
Requirements: Requires iPhone 5s / iPad Air / iPad Air (Cellular) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina, Cellular) / iPhone 6 / iPhone 6 Plus / iPad Air 2 / iPad Air 2 (Cellular) / iPad Mini 3 or later.
Compatible with iPhone and iPad devices.
Player Experience Highlights
Community Insight:
Price is well worth the cost of admission. We also ran into an issue and the developer responded and gave a fix within a day. Very impressed.
Its a few bucks and now your list is 2 taps away. Simple easy to use. We believe its missing the ability to check if the list is legal but honestly this is supplemental to the rulebook and that aspect its perfect.
This is a great list builder and the developer is super responsive about bugs.
This app is excellent for organizing our bolt action army list. If you want a nice clean app that is thorough and simple to learn then this is the one. Nice job guys.
Very VERY solid list builder. Our only gripe is you can't export your list (at least that we've found).
For anyone reading this review weighing the price versus the benefits, let us tell you: ITS WORTH IT. For instance, one bolt action Army book is $30-$35 and one Theater sourcebook is like $20-$30. YOU CAN LITERALLY GET EVERY SINGLE ARMIES BOOK aNd SOURCEBOOK FOR A COUPLE BUCKS. That combined with the fact that the devs are constantly updating the app with new Armies and expansions as Warlord Games releases them. We are an avid tabletop player and jeez this app is a godsend. We think that the price scares away many would-be consumers but give it a chance. If anything, just help out the devs by supporting them – these guys totally deserve it.
User feedback from Apple App Store
App Details
- Version: 3.0.045
- Size: 70.88 MB
- iOS: 12.2 or later
- Languages:
- Content Advisory:
- Developer: [Ben Knoll]()
Last updated: 15th December 2025 | Genre: Board, Reference | Developer: Ben Knoll