Wargroove 2

It isn’t often that war is a cozy affair, but Wargroove 2 manages to pull it off. We loved the game’s colourful, vibrant art and playful writing, and there is enough depth and variety in the main campaign to satisfy most tactics fans while the Conquest mode will offer an even greater challenge for those seeking it. It doesn’t change much from the previous game; it just tightens up some of the exis...

Wargroove, Chucklefish’s 2019 loving homage to Nintendo’s Advance Wars franchise, finally has a sequel of its own. Wargroove 2, not unlike Advance Wars 2, is not so much a major overhaul from its predecessor, but instead a massive expansion of what was already good about the first game. This includes new characters, units, maps, and a fun new game mode. While those looking for a more substantial g...

A familiar but filling all-you-can-eat strategy buffet

A sequel isn't always guaranteed success, but Wargroove 2 builds on its predecessor in meaningful ways that make it a must-play for veterans and newcomers to the genre. The main campaigns are meaty and challenging, the new Conquest mode has vast potential, and the map editor will see plenty of use down the road. Polishing an already shimmering diamond, it might not make a huge splash like the firs...

Wargroove 2 is so frustrating because while parts of it are great, it has not built on the first game’s good foundation. Instead, it chooses to double down on some of that game’s most frustrating aspects.  Whether it was the grating and disruptive storyline, tedious mission design, or limited player expression, it is a well-designed base that quickly evolves into an irritating experience. Tactical...