Wargroove Reviews

Wargroove is ranked in the 91st percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
EGM
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove might be the least original game I've played in a long time, but it offers fans of the Advance Wars series something we've been lacking for a while. Thankfully, Wargroove does add enough subtle variations on Advance Wars' formula to create its own niche, and multiplayer is much easier than convincing your other friend with a Game Boy Advance to buy their own copy. Even if you're playing alone, there's plenty to see and do, as long as you're willing to learn some hard lessons along the way.

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9 / 10
Jan 30, 2019

In a world bereft of a new Advance Wars, Wargroove is a worthy successor. Its fantasy retro strategy stylings mark it out as a wonderful amalgamation of the classic Fire Emblem and Wars games, and while it doesn't revolutionise the genre in the way that the modern Fire Emblem games have it nails the feel of Intelligent System's best games – while standing proudly on its own.

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4.5 / 5.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove will leave Advance Wars’ long-forgotten fans beside themselves with joy.

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USgamer
Top Critic
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove takes a classic formula and repurposes it for a more traditional swords-and-sorcery fantasy setting (with battlepups). With its large number of modes and impressive suite of creation tools, it's almost enough to fill the Advance Wars-sized hole in our heart.

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Daily Dot
Top Critic
Jan 30, 2019

From all angles, this is an experience you can truly tailor to do just what you want it to. Chucklefish has packed this game so full with meaningful experiments—and things that are worth seeing.

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Jan 30, 2019

Unlike a lot of indie-level titles, Wargroove is truly fully featured. It's got a solid story mode, but that's just the start. The side modes and especially the map editor give you a lot of bang for your buck.

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9 / 10
Jan 30, 2019

As far as strategy games are concerned on the Switch, Wargroove is one of the best titles you can find on the eShop. Extremely deep and diverse strategy gameplay, ridiculous amounts of replayability, and charming presentation all combine to make this one an easy recommendation to anybody looking for a deep and cerebral experience for their Switch.

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8.9 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove is going to become in its own right the spiritual successor of Advance Wars.

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Tom Marks
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove's brain-teasing tactics and impressive level editor make it the Advance Wars successor fans have been waiting for.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove is a fantastic game in the turn-based, tactical RPG genre and a great starting point for anyone who has never played such games before. It also has a high skill ceiling for those who consider themselves experts.

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4.5 / 5.0
Jan 30, 2019

The wait has been worth it; Wargroove is absolutely a must-play title for fans of the genre and just Switch owners in general.

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9.3 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove offers several ways to get your turn-based strategy fix, whether it's playing through an hours-long campaign, creating your own scenarios, or playing online

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9 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

There's a lot to love with Wargroove. I definitely have my qualms with some of the campaign mission design and plot, there is so much here to love. I can't say that it's a completely innovate entry into the genre, but I think it's safe to say that Wargroove is a title that needs to be in every turn-based strategy lover's catalog.

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9 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove is the turn-based tactics game you've been waiting for. It looks wonderful and sounds amazing, but it also plays so well. The strategy layer is deep but simple to learn. With several different modes in single player and multiplayer, there is something for both hardcore and newcomers of the genre.

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9 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove is the best turn-based strategy RPG that's come out in ages. With a near limitless content pool, a solid single-player campaign, and addictive multiplayer options, it should be around and entertaining its fans for years. Here's hoping it's the start of a new franchise, because I already want more.

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9.5 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove is one of the best games I've played on the Switch and the perfect tactical game to get deep into while waiting for Fire Emblem Three Houses.

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DualShockers
Max Roberts
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove: Who is it good for? Absolutely everyone!

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78 / 100
Jan 30, 2019

Brimming character and imagination, Wargroove occasionally loses its groove over long-winded core gameplay.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Visually charming, deliciously deep and packed with extra content, Wargroove is a strategy experience that works comfortably at home or on the move.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2019

Wargroove is a deeply engaging strategy game that has the potential to continue to thrive and develop for years to come with a dedicated playerbase of creators

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