Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp Review

Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp reviewed by Jada Griffin on Nintendo Switch.

With nicely redone graphics and excellent music bringing the classic turn-based tactical action up to modern standards, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp is a great return for this long-neglected series and gives me hope for a follow-up that includes the DS games. While there isn’t much variety in the game modes, Advance Wars’ depth comes from the number of variables you can adjust to make every match feel unique. The biggest miss is the lack of multiplayer matchmaking, which makes it harder to get into a game than it ought to be in 2023, but at least you can play online. Playing against the AI will keep me interested in the short term, but I predict the inability to play against random opponents online will limit my spontaneous play sessions. However, the sheer number of maps, playable COs, and options for each match means that when I do, it's sure to be a unique experience.

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[PatrickWDunne]

Not a fan of how the units look, but overall glad to see one of my favorite series make a return. This series is in such need of a new sequel. Its so underappreciated, especially compared to its sister series, Fire Emblem

[tielmaster]

I'm so excited for this remake.

That being said, only 1v1 online multiplayer? Tiny design maps for online only? These have to be fixed!

[Zyphent]

The study hall classic. Pass and Play games of Advance Wars were the best. Bummed there's no matchmaking, but it's nice to have the series get another shot.

[Josh-gquh]

Man, what a waste of potential not having matchmaking.

[YadamanTV]

If they give thus this treatment to Golden Sun I'll cry

[EICL]

First time trying this series. Can’t wait.

[DerfLlennod]

Honestly, just having more frames in their reactions is a huge step instead of the 3 pictures of neutral, happy, and sad. Let alone the 2 new types of reactions.

[vitorfernandes]

By far my favourite game from gameboy.

[DarkeningDemise]

Now if only they could bring Battalion Wars 1+2 over to Switch with some enhancements.

[SuperiorAmericanGuy]

They should do battalion wars as well!

[dvallejo]

Production values have drope a lot in IGN, the mic and the ambiance sound is not there

[DeadVoivod]

I'm a bit sad as I'm not a big fan of the updated visuals.

[vansmoken]

Only real OGs played days of ruin. All the games are BANGERsS!!!

[zachcarmichael]

Why does the reviewer sound like they're working from home with a webcam mic?

[Penrose]

Still baffled by the artstyle chosen for the battle units themselves.. what in gods name were they thinking. They don't fit with the otherwise excellent anime style of the commanders themselves.

[NicolasSilvaVasault]

no matchmaking!??! what year is this? 2001??!

[sidewinder]

Reviewer sounds like trying to get higher pitch voice, very distracting.

Game reminds me of Nectaris Military Madness on PS1

[machinewaves]

This is 🔥. Hope they can remake days of ruin too

[hovermotion]

One of my favorite games for the SP and GGA but
these two GBA games should be no more then £10.00 for a digital download.

[Blue_Shirt_Guy_NPC]

This gonna be my first AW game. Hopefully it’s a bit beginner friendly.