Metal Brigade Tactics (2018)

Developer: Busking Software
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating: 3.6 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a methodical turn-based tactical game where you command mechs in grid-based combat, with deliberate planning for artillery strikes and a long campaign.

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What players say

Players call this a love letter to retro mecha strategy RPGs like Super Robot Wars, but many find it unplayable due to a tiny fixed window with no full screen option and nearly invisible text.

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