War of the Human Tanks - ALTeR

If you've played the first game, then you already know what you're in for. Gameplay, UI, and general visuals are identical to the first, and I mean identical (would've been nice to get some QOL changes like easier tank placement or having attacks with a high target area not take a full minute to execute, but those are all just minor complaints). First game was great so naturally this one is as well for the same reasons. So I'll simply talk about the differences between the two. ALTeR expands the basic gameplay by adding a large variety of new tank types that both expand the player's capabilities as well as add extra challenge (the enemy gets to use them too after all!). Some new types include control tanks who disable all enemy modules, as well as sniper & fighter tanks whose attacks can't be evaded. These simple additions add a lot more depth and strategy to the general gameplay, which you didn't realize the first game needed until you play ALTeR. While the first game had a very robust story mode with branching paths, ALTeR instead contains a number of more linear story modes. The main story may look a lot smaller, but that's because it's simply a teaser for the real meat of the…

War of the Human Tanks - ALTeR, developed by Yakiniku Banzai and published by Fruitbat Factory, is a fascinating example of an independent strategy game that succeeds through creativity rather than spectacle. Serving as a direct sequel to the original War of the Human Tanks, the game revisits its unusual alternate-history setting where living weapons known as Human Tanks are central to an ongoing conflict. Instead of continuing from the same perspective, ALTeR shifts the narrative focus to the Royal Army, offering players a chance to experience the other side of the war. This change immediately gives the sequel a stronger identity, transforming what could have been a familiar retelling into a story about perspective, sacrifice, and the gray areas that exist in times of conflict. At its core, ALTeR blends turn-based tactical combat with visual novel elements. Battles are fought across small, grid-based maps where positioning and resource management are often more important than brute force. Every Human Tank class fulfills a specific battlefield role, encouraging players to experiment with formations and strategies to overcome increasingly difficult encounters. The game's pacing wor…

War of the Human Tanks is a really unique twist on grid based tactics. I can't emphasize how much I love this game. But the actual meat of the game lies in the post-game content, which might very well constitute as CBT with the amount of ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ you have to go through. But much like any bizzare fetish, with enough exposure, you'll eventually enjoy it. Highly recommend, the campaign itself is a blast and can be finished in a matter of hours. If you are a completionist, just be prepared to grind through the cavern.

I am a 45 yo father, probably one of the oldest people playing this game. I am a single father to my Son, who is 14 now. My son got this game from his uncle, so we installed it on his computer and he started playing. By the end of the week he had 24 hours on this game. This was horrible for me, as it was already hard for me to find ways to spend time with my son, as he is always out with his friends or just watching YouTube. So I decided to make a Steam account and get this game to see if I could maybe play alongside him. I loaded into the game, picked my character and world and started playing but I was stuck on what you where supposed to do. I asked my Son for help and he hosted a game for me to join. I loved it as it was the best time I had spent with my Son since my wife had died. This game has ever since brought me and my son closer again and now we actually spend time together outside the house together as well. This game reminded me that there's fun to be had in everything, and it has brought both me and my Son many happy memories.

This game is giving me a PTSD.......in the deepest floor of the great fuji cavern.... don't....pull the trigger.......don't taint the innocent pure snow with crimson....aaaaaa I regretted my choice! OTL

Humans are tanks, basically. There's a lot going on, and at its heart it's a charming strategy game.