Panzer Tactics DS Info

There’s at least 20 or so DS Wifi titles this year. It’s definitely astounding. It you are looking for a tactile strategy game, check Panzer Tactics DS out, scheduled for this fall.

In a way, Panzer Tactics is very reminiscent of Fire Emblem, with its foundation firmly entrenched in turn based strategy and operating on a hexagonal grid. It also features an incredible level of depth. All units are authentic World War II vehicles, and their strengths and weaknesses are balanced based on their real world qualities. This isn’t limited to armor ratings and attack power. For example, tanks that suffered from production problems during the war are only available in limited quantities.

Despite the Panzer name, Panzer Tactics includes multiple unit types, including air and sea units. Different battles take place on different terrain, which alters the attributes of allies and enemies. Units have varying attack options; some can “dig in” to increase strength, while others add power or defense to nearby units. Each unit earns experience points individually, forcing players to properly manage their units as the game progresses. Players also earn Fame Points during battle, which can be used to purchase more units. If all this seems like too much, a help system can be activated in the form of a mentor that explains options and offers battle advice. Panzer Tactics uses intuitive touch commands, but those who prefer a more traditional control style can keep the stylus in it’s holster and use the D-pad and face buttons exclusively.

Players can control the Axis, Russian or Western armies in three separate single player campaigns, each with an estimated 10 hours of gameplay. Each campaign recreates actual battles that should be familiar to WWII buffs. Missions include primary and secondary objectives, which may be goal or challenge oriented, such as completing a missions without using a particular unit. Unlockable bonus missions take some liberties in terms of historical accuracy, but are set in real and recognizable locations. The two screens are used to clearly display unit information and realistic battle animations, while an orchestral soundtrack sets the mood

Panzer Tactics includes online support through Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection as well as local single card multiplayer. Online play will use a ladder ranking system, with players seeing an opponents ranking before having to commit to a match. Like most online DS games, players can choose to be automatically matched with a similarly ranked opponent. Modes are currently limited to versus battles for up to four players on one of 10 different maps, but cooperative play is a possibility. Panzer Tactics even includes a “hot seat” mode, where two players can engage in a multiplayer battle with only one DS by passing the system back and forth.

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