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Wargroove – Fantasy Advance Wars Game Coming to Switch

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I never got into the Advance Wars games back in the day. Wrong games at the wrong time for me. I think it has been something like 9 years since the last Advance Wars, though? Seeing Wargroove coming out featuring more of a medieval or fantasy style, however, piques my interest and has me looking forward to this style of play.

Wargroove looks like an Advance Wars (with even a little Fire Emblem) inspired turn-based, tile-based strategy game. Let’s take a look.

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WarGroove is a modern take on the simple yet deep turn-based tactical gameplay popularized in the 2000s by handheld games such as Advance Wars. As big fans of those games we were disappointed to find that nothing in this genre was available on current generation platforms and set out to fill the gap ourselves. WarGroove aims to recreate the charm and accessibility of the titles that inspired it whilst bringing modern technology into the formula. This modern focus allows for higher resolution pixel art, robust online play and deep modding capability, ultimately creating the most complete experience for Advance Wars and TBS fans.

Key Features:

  • Choose from one of 12+ groovy commanders from the 4 warring factions, unlocked as you progress through Story Mode
  • Each commander has a lengthy campaign of their own, exploring their motivations and personality
  • Local and online multiplayer skirmish mode with complete rule customization
  • Local and online competitive and co-op play
  • Easy to use in-game map and campaign editors
  • Beautiful high resolution pixel art battle scenes and charming aesthetic
  • Starbound’s Floran race reappears as a playable faction!
  • A number of new to the genre gameplay features TBA at a later date

The online play with up to 4 players is really exciting, and I also like the idea of a map editor. For me the simplistic gameplay and art style are appealing. I like the strategy RPG’s, and I like the turn-based combat style of the genre. Having this game in a handheld and/or on the big screen is perfect for me.

  • Thanks for sharing this trailer. I’m a Chucklefish fan, and like strategy RPGs, so this has my interest! It just depends on the cost and how much time the new Zelda takes of my life! XD

    It’s good to see other hyping about the Switch! *highfive*

  • I still break out the original Final Fantasy Tactics from time to time.

    Ogre Battle 64 was probably my favorite game on that platform.