Love Advance Wars? Relive It Through Athena Crisis, A New Turn-Based Strategy Game

Fans of tactical games like Advance Wars and XCOM will find much to appreciate in Athena Crisis, a captivating new turn-based strategy game. Developed by Nakazawa Tech and published by Null Games, this title offers a nostalgic retro aesthetic with vibrant, almost pixelated 2D graphics. Enjoy seamless cross-progression across PC, mobile, browser, and Steam Deck, ensuring your progress is always synchronized.

Athena Crisis Gameplay:

Command diverse units across seven unique battle environments – land, sea, and air – each presenting distinct challenges. Strategic adaptation to terrain is key to victory. The extensive single-player campaign boasts over 40 maps, each populated with unique characters that enrich the narrative. Multiplayer options include ranked and casual modes, supporting up to seven players online.

The game's built-in map and campaign editor provides virtually limitless replayability. Create and share your custom maps and campaigns with the community, a significant draw for strategy enthusiasts and customization aficionados.

Check out the Athena Crisis launch trailer below:

Technical Details:

Athena Crisis features over 40 distinctive military units, ranging from standard infantry to fantastical additions like zombies, dragons, and bazooka-wielding bears. Unlock special skills, discover hidden units, and compete for high scores on each map. A demo is available on the official website for those seeking a trial run before committing to a full purchase. The game's open-source components allow for community contributions and expansion.

Explore the possibilities of Athena Crisis and its unique blend of classic strategy and modern accessibility. Also, be sure to read our review of the new action RPG, Mighty Calico.