The WhatsNext verdict
Great Big War Game is a highly approachable, funny, and surprisingly thoughtful turn-based war game, especially strong for mobile-friendly asynchronous play. Start here if you want Advance Wars-style tactics without the intimidating complexity of a hardcore wargame.
What it does best
Compact battles packed with meaningful tactical choices
A welcoming strategy game with real tactical bite
Asynchronous multiplayer that fits perfectly around real life
A cheerful war-game tone with genuinely memorable comic flavor
What might put you off
Simplified tactics and uneven challenge
Dated visuals and monetization baggage
The setup
What you are walking into
Taking military "advice" from the ridiculous generalissimo, can you battle your way through this truly massive, content-packed military campaign? Plan your missions, deploy your forces, try not to fall off the sofa laughing! You've plenty of units to play with, covering land, sea and airborne combat. Be warned though, these funny cartoon troops are not exactly the right stuff.
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