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

Fans of tactical games like Advance Wars and XCOM will be thrilled with Athena Crisis, a new turn-based strategy game from Nakazawa Tech, published by Null Games.

Athena Crisis boasts a charming 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 single-player campaign features over 40 maps teeming with unique characters that enrich the narrative. Multiplayer options include ranked and casual modes, supporting up to seven players online.

The built-in map and campaign editor provides virtually limitless replayability. Create and share your custom maps and campaigns with the community—a major draw for strategy enthusiasts and customization lovers.

Check out the Athena Crisis launch trailer below:

Development Details:

Athena Crisis features over 40 unusual military units, ranging from standard infantry to fantastical additions like zombies, dragons, and bazooka-wielding bears! Unlock special abilities, discover hidden units, and compete for high scores on each map.

A demo is available on the official website for those wanting a taste before committing. The open-source nature of certain game components allows for community contributions and expansion.

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