Warbits+

Sometimes you don’t need explosions, cinematic cutscenes, or brooding protagonists to command your attention. Sometimes you just need a colorful grid, a handful of cute-but-deadly tanks, and a plan. Warbits+ delivers exactly that: a laser-focused turn-based strategy game where every move matters, and every misstep costs you the match.

Brought back to life by Risky Lab, Warbits+ feels like a well-loved classic that’s been given a modern tune-up. Originally launched back in 2016, this “plus” version isn’t so much a sequel as it is a full rebuild. The core formula remains the same: grid-based warfare where you command an identical army to your opponent’s, ensuring every battle comes down to pure tactics rather than lucky unit unlocks or pay-to-win nonsense.

Each match unfolds on bite-sized maps split into tiles, where the goal is simple: crush all enemy units or capture their HQ. Victory hinges on smart resource management, as you’ll need to seize neutral city tiles to fund your growing army. With every turn, you can purchase fresh units, infantry, tanks, helicopters, you name it, and carefully position them for maximum impact. The twist? A unit’s damage output scales with its remaining health, turning even minor skirmishes into tense gambits of positioning and timing.

Of course, terrain plays a critical role too. Certain tiles boost defense while others leave your troops exposed, so luring enemies into unfavorable ground before striking first becomes the name of the game. Warbits+ rewards players who think a few moves ahead and know when to bait, when to block, and when to blitz.

Beyond its fantastic core gameplay, Warbits+ packs a meaty single-player campaign with 20 missions, a challenging puzzle mode for veterans, and robust multiplayer support both locally and online. The easy-to-use map editor is another highlight, letting you build and share battlefields with the growing community. Whether you’re playing hot-seat matches on the same device, diving into asynchronous online duels, or climbing seasonal leaderboards, there’s no shortage of ways to keep the war machine rolling.

For $4.99, Warbits+ is a rare gem: no microtransactions, no grindy unlocks, just pure, polished strategy. It’s a true love letter to Advance Wars fans and newcomers alike, wrapped in a bright, endearing art style that makes every battle feel like a Saturday morning cartoon gone tactical. Simply put: Warbits+ is worth suiting up for.