Great Big War Game

Внезапно годная импровизация на тему Advance Wars. На безрыбье жанра играется очень даже ничего. + добротная и функциональная графика. Примитивная, но не уродливая. Юниты хорошо анимированы, от взрывов разлетаются обломки, типы войск легко визуально считываются. + интересные нововведения в классическую формулу. АоЕ атаки, выкладка минных полей, постройка турелей, высокая роль тумана войны и разведчиков. + приятная прокачка в режиме кампании + геймплей, сильно сконцентрированный на взаимодействии родов войск. Нельзя зарашить оптимальными танками/базуками/артой = несерьезный сюжет и клоунские брифинги в стиле "Деревни дураков". Сами по себе юмористические скетчи сделаны неплохо, но даже по сравнению с Advance Wars сюжет и персонажи очень несерьезные. = очень тупой ИИ. Для меня не является недостатком, поскольку я и сам не гений тактики, но многим может не понравиться, что сложность достигается исключительно количественными, а не качественными способами. - сомнительная механика производства: юнит появляется готовым к действиям, здания могут строить сколько угодно юнитов в ход. Делает игровой процесс более динамичным, но неизящно усложняет захват баз врага. Ваших инженеров, захватывающих казарму, обязательно сметет толпа контратакующих, и ничего вы с этим не поделаете. - оверспециализация юнитов. Зенитка может стрелять ТОЛЬКО по авиации. Эсминец ТОЛЬКО по кораблям. Если юнит силен против техники, он будет бесполезен против пехоты. Это, конешно, стимулирует взаимодействие родов войск, но даже в мамонте Advance Wars юниты были более гибкими в применении. В целом отличная казуальная тактика со стройкой. 8 сортов пехоты из 10.

I love this game I have been playing it off and on for years. Funny cuts scenes easy to play but can be challenging to win

Great Big War Game is a turn-based strategy title developed and published by Rubicon Development that expands upon the studio’s earlier work with a larger scope, deeper mission variety, and a more robust tactical framework. Built around classic grid-based warfare, it combines approachable design with surprisingly nuanced battlefield decision-making. While its presentation adopts a colorful, cartoon-inspired style, beneath that lighthearted exterior lies a strategically demanding experience that rewards careful planning and positional awareness. The core of the game is its extensive single-player campaign, which spans dozens of missions and gradually introduces new mechanics, terrain types, and unit combinations. Each map functions as a tactical puzzle, asking players to manage limited resources, capture key objectives, and outmaneuver increasingly capable enemy forces. Objectives vary from straightforward base captures to defensive holds and escort-style challenges, ensuring that the structure rarely feels static. As the campaign progresses, missions become more layered, requiring long-term planning rather than simple head-on assaults. Combat operates within a grid-based system where terrain plays a significant role. Forests, mountains, roads, and water tiles affect movement and defensive positioning, encouraging players to think beyond direct attacks. Elevation and chokepoints can dramatically alter the flow of battle, and controlling production facilities becomes essential for reinforcing units. This territorial control element adds a strategic economy layer, forcing players to balance aggression with sustainability. Reckless advancement can leave supply lines exposed, while overly defensive play risks allowing the enemy to outproduce and overwhelm. Unit diversity is one of the game’s strongest features. Infantry, tanks, artillery, naval vessels, and air units each serve distinct roles on the battlefield. Light reconnaissance units reveal hidden enemies and provide mobility, while heavy armor delivers frontline durability. Artillery and aircraft introduce long-range tactical options, creating opportunities for coordinated strikes. The interplay between these units encourages combined-arms strategies rather than single-type dominance. Success often depends on understanding each unit’s strengths and weaknesses and deploying them in complementary formations. Beyond the campaign, Great Big War Game includes skirmish and multiplayer modes that extend its longevity. Skirmish allows players to test strategies against AI opponents on multiplayer maps, offering quick, standalone engagements without narrative constraints. Multiplayer supports both local pass-and-play and asynchronous online matches, enabling players to compete at their own pace. The asynchronous format emphasizes thoughtful decision-making rather than reflexes, aligning well with the deliberate nature of turn-based strategy. Visually, the game adopts a stylized, almost toy-like aesthetic. Units are brightly colored and exaggerated in design, making them instantly readable on the battlefield. This art direction keeps the game accessible and prevents the interface from feeling cluttered. Dialogue and cutscenes introduce humor and personality, adding charm without undermining the tactical seriousness of gameplay. The light tone helps differentiate it from more grim military strategy titles while maintaining clarity and focus during combat. Despite its strengths, the game’s structure can feel methodical, especially in longer sessions. Because it adheres closely to traditional turn-based mechanics, players familiar with similar strategy games may find the formula recognizable. Additionally, the pacing of asynchronous multiplayer may feel slow to those accustomed to real-time competition. However, these aspects are inherent to its design philosophy rather than flaws, catering specifically to players who enjoy measured, thoughtful engagements. Ultimately, Great Big…