Fans of tactical games like Advance Wars and XCOM will find much to appreciate in Athena Crisis, a new turn-based strategy game from Nakazawa Tech, published by Null Games.
Boasting a vibrant, retro-style aesthetic with almost pixelated 2D graphics, Athena Crisis offers seamless cross-progression across PC, mobile, browser, and Steam Deck, ensuring consistent gameplay across all platforms.
Gameplay Overview
Athena Crisis challenges players to command diverse units across seven unique battle environments – land, sea, and air – each presenting distinct strategic challenges. Adaptability is key to victory.
The single-player campaign features over 40 maps, each populated with unique characters that enrich the narrative. Multiplayer modes include ranked and casual options, supporting up to seven players online. The game also includes a map and campaign editor, promising near-limitless replayability by allowing players to create and share custom content.
[Watch the launch trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/embed/bWC1JOyP1EI?feature=oembed]
Key Features:
- Diverse Units: Over 40 unique military units, ranging from standard infantry to fantastical additions like zombies, dragons, and bazooka-wielding bears.
- Unlockable Content: Discover special skills and hidden units.
- Competitive Leaderboard: Compete for top scores on each map.
- Open-Source Elements: Certain game components are open-source, fostering community contributions and expansion.
- Demo Available: Try a demo version on the official website before committing to a full purchase.
Athena Crisis blends nostalgic charm with modern strategic depth, offering a compelling experience for both seasoned veterans and newcomers to the genre.