Jan 2019
Once upon a time in a world filled with clockwork Nazis and eldritch horrors, a brilliant idea slithered from the shadows of the tabletop and into the realm of video games. 'Achtung! Cthulhu Tactics' is a turn-based tactics game where strategy meets the supernatural. Sure, it's got more tentacles than your average dinner party, but is it actually any good? Grab your squad of commandos and let's dive into the German depths to find out!
In 'Achtung! Cthulhu Tactics', players dive into 1944 to tackle the supernatural Nazi occultists who are harnessing the power of Cthulhu (yes, that Cthulhu). You'll take control of a squad of a mere four commandos, which isn’t much when you’re up against mythic horrors and the occasional overzealous Nazi trying to turn you into a new rug. The combat is turn-based and tactics-heavy, which means you’ll be thinking a lot and shooting a bit... and possibly screaming for help when eldritch creatures appear. You’ve got action points to manage like you're budgeting your last slice of pizza at a party. Use them wisely! Momentum points will be your best friend as they help with special abilities, like that time you desperately hide from a terrifying creature or decide to go full-on Rambo and unleash extra damage. But watch out! Unlike your cousin who never pays you back, you gain back momentum points through critical hits and clever moves. The customization aspect lets you hone your commandos with skill trees. So, by the end, you might have something resembling a super soldier – or at least a squad that has a fighting chance against tentacled nightmare fuel.
As is customary for the Nintendo Switch, the graphics in 'Achtung! Cthulhu Tactics' won't blow your mind, but they won't look like a potato either. The art direction leans heavily into muted tones that remind you of an old war movie, combined with a healthy dash of horror elements. The character designs are fairly impressive and manage to capture the essence of World War II soldiers mixed with eerie occult vibes. It’s not the graphical powerhouse of the Nintendo Switch library, but it gets the job done with enough eerie charm to keep you interested.
In conclusion, 'Achtung! Cthulhu Tactics' is not an abomination, but it’s not quite a masterpiece either. Its gameplay can be fun if you're a fan of turn-based tactics and have a soft spot for Cthulhu-mythos-inspired shenanigans. However, it’s plagued by repetitive battles and occasionally feels lacking in depth, which could lead to some yawns during extended play sessions. If you enjoy strategy games and want to see what happens when the occult and Nazis come together, give it a go! Otherwise, it might be worth waiting until the next time you're at a friend's house who conveniently has a copy. After all, who needs to pay for thrills when you can mooch off your pals?! Overall, it scores a respectful 6 out of 10 from us!
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