Advance Wars 1 + 2: Re-Boot Camp

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 117 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 117
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 117
  3. Negative: 14 out of 117
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  1. Jcdbengals
    May 7, 2023
    6
    59.99 is about 39.99 too much for this. Hate to factor price in to the review, but oh well. I bet that many reboots or remasters of old games are worth it (Tactics Ogre and Metroid Prime especially), but this is simply not worth 59.99, and it's sad that the price is so awful, because now we may not see another game in the series since sales have not been great.
  2. inmycontrol
    May 15, 2023
    7
    PROS:
    - Graphics are cute
    - Finally a decent strategy game on Switch - There are many units and strategies you can go for CONS: - "BAIT Wars 1+2: RE-BAIT Camp" would suit better. You're not encourage to advance, there are many baits waiting for you. - To get "S" rank scores, some maps will require ONE strategy. Meaning you have to do the exact area movements, thus removing the    PROS:
    - Graphics are cute
    - Finally a decent strategy game on Switch
    - There are many units and strategies you can go for

    CONS:
    - "BAIT Wars 1+2: RE-BAIT Camp" would suit better. You're not encourage to advance, there are many baits waiting for you.
    - To get "S" rank scores, some maps will require ONE strategy. Meaning you have to do the exact area movements, thus removing the flexibility to try different strategies (only one will work). This is like playing chess against Kasparov and not being allowed to trade/lose a few pieces on the way.
    - Poorly balanced. NPC takes advantage of fog of war and forests. You don't know how many units they have and where they're located, but NPC knows exactly where to scout and hit you, it's like playing against someone using map-hack.
    - You CAN'T pause on NPC's turn. If you accidentally skip your turn, you have to wait for the NPC to move all units, attack with all units, use their secret special (power), and only then you're allowed to pause and restart.    … Expand
  3. Murtor
    May 11, 2023
    7
    Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp is a faithful reincarnation of the two originals released more than 20 years ago. The game blends out the atrocities of war and wraps the action in a cuddly story that never takes itself too seriously. Both campaigns have a pleasant pace and a moderately increasing difficulty level, which can also be regulated via an option. Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp hasAdvance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp is a faithful reincarnation of the two originals released more than 20 years ago. The game blends out the atrocities of war and wraps the action in a cuddly story that never takes itself too seriously. Both campaigns have a pleasant pace and a moderately increasing difficulty level, which can also be regulated via an option. Advance Wars 1+2: Reboot Camp has an enormous replay value due to the War Room and Opponent modes, as well as the Design Room, where custom maps can be designed. Fast-forwarding enemy moves or repeating your own move are good innovations. Unfortunately, the remake suffers from a minimalistic PvP mode. You often wish for the old graphics back, which is accompanied by the bombastic new music at the same time. The partial text localization unfortunately diminishes the acoustic experience. With an additional year of development time, one would have wished for more, but is generally never disappointed by the single player mode.

    Full German review: https://bisaboard.bisafans.de/index.php?thread/340659-advance-wars-1-2-reboot-camp/    … Expand
  4. dannysgamebox
    May 13, 2023
    7
    The two campaigns may not be created equal, but Re-Boot Camp is an essential collection that will satisfy long-time Advance Wars fans.
  5. justfind
    Apr 29, 2023
    7
    This game has well-crafted strategic elements. However, the game lacks charms to engage. there is no fun motive other than the battle itself. What a pity.
  6. AJCk19
    Jul 10, 2023
    5
    not a terrible game, and the game aesthetics are really nice and colorful. Reminds me of RISK. But I honestly just play RISK.
  7. ZeldaPrincess
    Jul 10, 2023
    5
    Eu esperava mais sobre esse jogo, quando anunciaram esse remake achei que teria conteúdo exclusivo e uma melhor qualidade artística, pois mesmo que em pixel art acredito que o jogo ficaria melhor.

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#36 Best Switch Game of 2023
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#8 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2023

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 100 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 91 out of 100
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 100
  3. Negative: 0 out of 100
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 23, 2024
    100
    The gameplay is extremely varied thanks to the objectives in each battle, the solutions to the battles are always numerous and resemble more of a tactical puzzle. Even if you dislike the anime stylization of the story, the characters, or the general sauce around them, both games are excellent tactical strategies in the style of Battle Isle, and indeed the original Wars series from which Advance Wars sprang. [Issue#327]
  2. ZTGD
    Jun 28, 2023
    80
    While not quite living up to the “Advance” moniker in its title, Advance Wars provides a satisfying SRPG experience with its solid strategic combat and a wealth of content- making it a worthwhile addition to the library of any die-hard SRPG fan.
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  3. Pocket-lint
    Jun 23, 2023
    90
    The new art style doesn't spark that much joy in us, but the strategic genius at Advance Wars' heart is completely intact here, making for an excellent paired package of gaming greats on the Switch.
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