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Review of Into the Breach on Nintendo Switch

by Chucky Chucky photo Aug 2018
Cover image of Into the Breach on Switch
Gamefings Score: 9
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 28 Aug 2018
Genre: Turn-based strategy
Developer: Subset Games
Publisher: Subset Games

Introduction

Imagine a world where giant bugs from outer space decided to crash your party and start smashing buildings like they're just out for a casual stroll-Welcome to 'Into the Breach.' This turn-based strategy game from Subset Games has you piloting giant mechs to fend off these overgrown nuisances. It's like saving the world but with more tactical steps and fewer insurance claims, and honestly, who doesn't like a bit of time travel while kickin' alien butt?

Gameplay

The game is split into multiple islands, each loaded with randomly generated scenarios, and it's your job to restore order (or chaos, if that's your style). You're not just fighting the Vek-oh no, you're also trying to babysit buildings that make your mechs work. Think of it as a cross between chess and saving your dad's favorite armchair from a rampaging bug. Each player commands three mechs that you can equip with weapons, armor, and emotional baggage, leaving you with the delightful burden of making tactical choices that could screw you over in hilarious ways. Every round, those Vek critters will let you know who they will attack, which basically gives you the fun opportunity to plan your own inevitable doom. Positioning is key here; it's like playing chess, but with a giant mech instead of a pawn that's too stubborn to realize it's made of metal and not heart. The choices are swift, the consequences are sharp, and the power grid relies on your ability to be a decent human being (or robot). If a civilian structure gets wrecked, your power grid shrinks, reducing your mech's combative capabilities. So, there's that constant moral conundrum: save the civilians or tell them

Graphics

In a world where grungy dystopian vibes meet pixel art disaster, the graphics in 'Into the Breach' manage to be minimalist yet charming. The color palette is like a nostalgic late-night snack-comforting but a little crunchy. The visuals work well on the Switch, giving an impressive level of detail without overwhelming your senses. The mechs look like they are straight out of an old-school anime with just a dash of modern sci-fi. Each battle takes place on an 8x8 grid that feels like a little slice of tactical heaven (or hell-whatever you prefer). Honestly, it's compelling enough to make you look at government buildings that don't do much and wonder how they'd fare under a Vek budge.

Conclusion

'Into the Breach' is that game that sneaks up on you like a cat in a box. The clock is ticking, the stakes are high, and your choices often lead you to facepalm moments that are equal parts hilarious and frustrating. Whether you're a seasoned strategist or your primary gaming experience comes from button mashing the latest AAA title, you'll find something that tickles your tactical fancy here. So, if you like turn-based strategy, giant mechas, and feeling great about saving the world (or at least the buildings in it), 'Into the Breach' deserves a spot in your Switch library. Just remember-the next time you play, heed the age-old wisdom: always pay respects to the power grid before it's too late.

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