Warside, a fast-paced turn-based tactics game, gears up for its launch on April 14. Players can expect a blend of strategy and action that promises to keep you on your toes. The game will initially hit PC via Steam, with plans for releases on PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch following shortly after.
Developed by LAVABIRD and published by First Break Labs, Warside aims to recapture the essence of classic turn-based tactics games while introducing fresh elements. With a single-player campaign, multiplayer options, and a map editor, there seems to be plenty to keep both casual gamers and hardcore strategists engaged.
About Warside
Here’s what you can expect from Warside, straight from its Steam page:
Welcome to Warside
The fight for victory never ends in this fast-paced turn-based tactics game. Choose your Commander, assemble your forces, and battle your way to triumph.
Warside cuts to the core of what made classic turn-based-tactics games so great. A compelling story campaign, unique Commanders with different playstyles, awesome Battle Powers, and a wide variety of terrain and units await you.
- Over 25 Unit Types – Wage war with artillery and tanks. Master the seas with submarines and warships. Command the skies with fighter and bomber aircraft. Lead specialist infantry like snipers, medics, mortar teams, and saboteurs.
- 12 Playable Commanders – Each Commander has unique passive attributes and a Battle Power that can turn the tide of battle if used wisely.
- Story Campaign – Test your skills across over 30 missions in single-player mode. Expect classic battles alongside escort missions, rescues, infiltrations, and engaging story events set in beautifully drawn environments.
- Multiplayer – Challenge friends in cross-platform multiplayer with local and internet play options.
Key Features
- Intuitive turn-based gameplay reminiscent of classic titles.
- A diverse roster of 12 Commanders with unique skills.
- A control system for over 25 unit types across land, air, and sea.
- Faction-specific units with unique mechanics.
- A single-player campaign featuring over 30 missions.
- Diverse biomes including forests, deserts, snowfields, and toxic wastelands.
- A built-in mission editor for creating custom maps for both single-player and multiplayer modes.
If you’re curious about how it all looks in action, check out the new release date trailer below:
