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7.5 out of 10

Battalion Wars 2

 

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  • User Score (81)
    7.7 7.7 from 81 reviewers
  • Expert Score (74)
    7.5 7.5 from 74 reviewers
  • Value for money (3)
    7.7 7.7 from 3 reviewers
  • Gameplay (23)
    7.7 7.7 from 23 reviewers
  • Graphics (26)
    7.4 7.4 from 26 reviewers
  • Sound (24)
    7.3 7.3 from 24 reviewers
  • Multiplayer (6)
    7.8 7.8 from 6 reviewers
  • Control (2)
    7.4 7.4 from 2 reviewers
  • Addiction (2)
    8.1 8.1 from 2 reviewers
  • Lifespan (3)
    7.1 7.1 from 3 reviewers
  • Singleplayer (2)
    7.3 7.3 from 2 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

Experts:
9-10
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7-8
(55)
5-6
(9)
3-4
(0)
1-2
(1)
Users:
9-10
(22)
7-8
(38)
5-6
(11)
3-4
(8)
1-2
(2)

  • Expert Reviews

  1. WiiDS.co.uk

    21 March 2008

    A 9 hour single player, a excellent online component, great controls and a laugh out loud storyline, with those things in mind its easy to see that Read more

    • Long single player, Good, lag free, online play, Several unit types to control, all tweaked perfectly
    • Repetitive single player, Linear path to follow, No freedom to make units

  2. GameSpot

    2 November 2007

    Even though most of the original game's shortcomings are still present in Battalion Wars 2, this is a much better product thanks to improved graphics, Read more

    • Drastically improved pacing in campaign, A decent attempt at online play, Excellent production values.
    • Still strategy "lite", The artificial intelligence is overly simple, The story is, too.

  3. Eurogamer

    Eurogamer
    7.0/10
    1 July 2008

    Remember the self-referential, idiosyncratic humour and gentle racial stereotyping that used to characterise British games? Read more

  4. Official Nintendo Magazine

    Official Nintendo Magazine
    9.0/10
    12 May 2008

    As a game that can be approached in so many different ways and on so many levels, Battalion Wars 2 should appeal to anyone who likes a bit of good Read more

  5. RealGamer

    12 May 2008

    Strategy games often fail to make an impact on consoles so it�s no surprise that Kuju added a little bit of shooter based action to Battalion Wars Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. It was just alright, too much talking though

    Amazon
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: GamerGuy, Amazon
    12 June 2011

    The game is kind of fun and the graphics are nice. It's a cute little game. I found it frustrating to play for any extended period though, there's... Read more

  2. This day Wii fight!

    Dooyoo
    Reviewer: Dooyoo
    12 May 2008

    If you want some strategy on your Wii that's not too strong and fun, then get this game. Read more

    • simple but involving gameplay, crisp and clear graphics, good sound, robust online multiplayer
    • no local multiplayer, characters slightly cartoonish, lightweight strategy

  3. "Battalion Wars 2 Review!"

    10/10
    Reviewer: Wii Game Review
    16 December 2007

    What an incredible game from the intro onwards it just hooks you into the game and its just an experiance which can not be said with words its just Read more

  4. A Different Kind of Stategy Game

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: Zman, Newegg
    8 September 2010

    To those who are upset that this is too much like a third person shooter and not enough like your typical RTS, do a little research before you buy. Read more

    • A New Take on War Games: You don't play as some omniscient commander directing your troops into battle from afar, nor are you a solitary super-sold...
    • None for me so far.

  5. BWii: Nintendo's cartooney strategy/shooter comes to the Wii

    epinions.com
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: cohradoesr, epinions.com
    8 April 2008

    Lets kick this thing off with a nice intro: Battalion Wars 2 is a third-person shooter, with some st Read more

    • -lots of action -good replayability with online -good graphics -decent controls
    • -storyline derivitive of WWII -uses MIDI for music! -graphics probably a turn-off for some

  • WikiFreak Description

Battalion Wars 2

In Battalion Wars 2, you play as a Battalion commander who can take command and control a myriad of military units on land, air and sea. The Wii Remote and Nunchuk is used to order tropps around the battlefield and the controls change depending on what unit you’re commanding as well as the environment you’re fighting in.

Features

Under Gaining Command of the Land, you play as a soldier. The controls are simple and intuitive; mainly comprising of aiming the Wii Remote and mo…

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Battalion Wars 2

In Battalion Wars 2, you play as a Battalion commander who can take command and control a myriad of military units on land, air and sea. The Wii Remote and Nunchuk is used to order tropps around the battlefield and the controls change depending on what unit you’re commanding as well as the environment you’re fighting in.

Features

Under Gaining Command of the Land, you play as a soldier. The controls are simple and intuitive; mainly comprising of aiming the Wii Remote and moving with the Control Stick. To perform combat rolls, simply tilt the Nunchuk. You can even command and control the tanks and recon vehicles to help you rule the land. As for Owning the Ocean and Seizing the Seas, you can order a submarine to submerge by shaking the Nunchuk. To rupture hulls when facing an enemy sub, fire a depth charge by controlling a frigate. Under air, you get to experience new controls and new heights. Twist the Wii Remote along with your turns to outmaneuver your opponents. Adjust your altitude by pointing up or down and title the Nunchuk to barrel roll to safety when you feel pressure from incoming enemy fire.

Review Summary

Battalion Wars 2 is as the name suggests a war game with plenty of incredible action. It features a superior single-player battle, as well as online play for owners of Nintendo’s elusive Wii. Battalion Wars 2 depicts the tale of two wars, a previous conflict and an ongoing one. It is about the Xylvanians telling one nation that another nation is building a superweapon, and taking advantage of the turbulent chaos and distraction it has created, to better concentrate on their own superweapon research. To progress in the game is quite simple especially with the Wii’s point-and-click control scheme, you can easily dispatch each unit type to attack what you think is best. You can also play online either together or against friends and strangers. In cooperative missions, you and your companion, each have armies, with the important units divided between each. Battalion Wars 2 features naval units, which are like tanks on the water. You have your battleship, frigates, and submarines. The submarines can dive under water, which make them invisible to battleships, but can be seen by frigates or other subs. The presentation of Battalion Wars 2 is excellent with crisp and clear graphics, the water looks wet. The voice acting, the action, and the sound track are all good. However some reviewers find that the story and the artificial intelligence is too simple.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

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Manufacturer's Specs

  • Category:
    Strategy
  • Multiplayer mode:
    Simultaneous
  • Players:
    1-2

Release Date

  • First seen
    31 October 2007

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  • Submarine won't stay submerged! Help, please.

    I cannot keep my submarine submerged. When I begin to move it forward, it surfaces. And it isn't clear to me what shake the nunchuck "down" means. Can anyone help? In trying to defend the Anglo shipyards and to attack the enemy battleship, my sub keeps coming to the surface. It never gets deeper than periscope depth anyway -- never out of sight under the water. Thank you!

    (No answers yet. Write an answer!) 2010-07-26

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