Reviewed by: bob330i on 01-Apr-08 Rating:

Strengths:easy to pick up gameplay, cartoon graphics

Weaknesses:not too challenging as previous AW titles

Summary:Having played Advance Wars on the DS, I figured it would have similar but expanded gameplay since it was a console title. However, I guess they must have eased up a bit on the difficulty and strategic play that was part of the GBA and DS versions. To me, it’s a dumbed down version of the previous portable titles. If you’ve never played the AW in portable form, this Wii version is probably ok given the stereotypical Wii gamer is not a hardcore gamer. However, if you’re a fan of the portable versions of AW and it’s strategic elements, I’d steer clear.

Reviewed by: jayger on 31-Mar-08 Rating:

Strengths:Intuitive controls, great graphics, immersive game play.

Weaknesses:Battles can become a bit too chaotic. Minor camera angle issues.

Summary:Fun game overall. If you have WiFi, you can add to the enjoyment of playing on-line with others. Cut-scenes are a bit tedious and game play can get a bit frantic. My only advice is to take the time to learn the controls. The game has implemented the use of the Wiimote and Nunchuck quite brilliantly. I highly recommend adding this title to your library!

Reviewed by: keelie on 10-Mar-08 Rating:

Strengths:Wii remote control, great graphics

Weaknesses:None

Summary:Battalion Wars 2 is a worthy sequel to Battalion Wars on GameCube. It retains the core gameplay of the original game and takes advantage of the unique pointing feature of the Wii remote. The control is simplified and works better. The online multi-player mode is a nice addition but limited in functionality.

If you enjoy the original game on GameCube, you will enjoy this sequel as well.

Reviewed by: Schwowsers on 08-Feb-08 Rating:

Strengths:Gameplay

Weaknesses:Some aspects of controls, no voice chat

Summary:Battalion Wars 2 is every bit as good as the first game and more. The game plays just like the first Battalion Wars for Gamecube, mixing third person action with mild real time strategy game elements. The new online mode is fun, but limited. The lack of online voice chat really takes away from the experience, especially on the few co-op levels. If you liked the first Battalion Wars, you\'ll no doubt enjoy this one as well.

Reviewed by: bpl323 on 06-Feb-08 Rating:

Strengths:Unique Wii controls, fun cartoon style, easy to play, control characters and vehicles

Weaknesses:Repetitive, no same-screen multiplayer

Summary:Battalion Wars II, the sequel to a Gamecube game, does everything you would expect. Easy to pick up and play, the game puts in the shoes of a soldier with a unique Wii feel. Aiming is done with the Wii remote making it much more accurate and user-friendly than joystick shooters. However, the novelty soon wears off and while the game is still enjoyable, it doesn\'t quite reach the level of great Wii games like Wii Sports, Zelda or Zack and Wiki.

Reviewed by: botticus on 05-Feb-08 Rating:

Strengths:GameCube core with improved controls and online

Weaknesses:Lack of online missions

Summary:Battalion Wars II is a fantastic successor to the GameCube game of 2005. Retaining the core gameplay of the original with the addition of Wiimote pointing for added precision was a winning concept. Vastly simplified controls all around made it a much better game. The online aspect works wonderfully and was a welcome addition, however limited in selection it is.

Reviewed by: Admiral_Ackbar on 28-Nov-07 Rating:

Strengths:Nice gameplay style. frantic combat. Decent if not excellent controls. Good story.

Weaknesses:None.

Summary:BWii is a cartoonic military strategy game where you control large armies on a veriety or missions. The game looks great and has some good controls to go along with the gameplay. There\'s a nice online multiplayer mode for some replayability if you\'re really into the game. Overall it\'s a good title.

Reviewed by: Darkmagi83 on 26-Nov-07 Rating:

Strengths:Good use of the wii remote, nice graphics, fun to take direct control of vehicles from the advance wars games.

Weaknesses:Some of the controls can be annoying, like doing a roll with infantry units. Battles can be hectic.

Summary: Battalion wars 2 is an action strategy game that is just a lot of fun to play. Taking control of your units and blasting the enemy to pieces with vehicles is quite satisfying. There are strength and weakness for each unit type and an example of this would be air units. While some are powerful against ground forces, there are weak against anti air units, and light tanks have a good amount of firepower but they are weak against bazooka infantry.

On the downside some of the battles can be quite hectic, making it difficult to make quick decisions. Some of the control option don’t flow together well, like rolling with a infantry unit. They should have taken a victorious boxers scheme where if you tilt the nunchuck to the right the person does a right punch, instead in Battalion wars you have to hold the analog stick to the right and tilt the controller in that direction. Overall, battalion wars 2, while it can be hectic at times, it’s a fun game to play especially if you’re a fan of the advance war games.

Reviewed by: sononkyo on 19-Nov-07 Rating:

Strengths:Advance Wars lineage; Perfect graphics; Excellent controls; gameplay depth

Weaknesses:deceptively complicated

Summary:Teaching thirdperson shooters and strategy games a new trick

Nintendo first party games don\'t strive for parity, they strive for dominance. This comes in various guises through their franchises, from sport with Mario to war simulators with the Advance Wars like avatars. By polishing up the intuitive controls and mapping them very well into the player\'s hands, Nintendo created its first cult hit, one that might be missed by the general public, only to be pushed in the list of top 10 all time great games on the Wii years later.

BW2 is not for the typical Nintendo image. It is very deep in gameplay and stacks the odds against the newbie versus a veteran. While you can certainly come move your units, you will get absolutely dominated. The depth of its gameplay is so deep that it simply forbids a \"lucky\" scenario. The graphics are very well done, while not using all of the Wii power, it flourishes as eye candy in a way unique to cartoon violence. Any strategy game requires strict controls--it is mapped so well that any of the Wii controls need only a cursory glance at the manual to figure out what\'s going on. It doesn\'t champion one control scheme over another--a hallmark of quality that speaks of the Nintendo polish.

Although you can\'t say this is a weakness, it is justifiable to say this game is deceptively complicated. It\'s not Ninja Gaiden flinging controllers but close to it, especially when you are up against a human player. Versus the computer, the A.I. is so dumbed down that you can grab a sandwhich, Tivo a show, watch it, and it still might not attack you.

BW2 sets up the Wii to embrace hardcore traditional gamers with a Nintendo level of accessibility. It is my hope that this franchise stays on its rapid course. Excellent buy.