[Nintendo Switch Snap]
[cheery rock music] [narrator] -Ten-hut! Up and at ‘em, recruit!
Today begins your basic training for the Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp game!
This game features tactical, turn-based battles
and a colorful cast of characters who’ll keep you on your toes.
We’ll cover some strategies to make sure you’re in tip-top shape when you hit the battlefields.
All right, troops. Roll out!
While you work your way through the two separate story campaigns,
you’ll control several different Commanding Officers,
commonly referred to as COs.
Your mission? Defending from opposing nations.
But before we get into the nitty-gritty, let’s make sure you understand...
[narrator's voice echoes] The Basics of Battle!
Maps are grid based, and units can only move a certain number of spaces per turn.
Depending on their type, some units can cover more distance,
and others have advantages on different terrain.
For example, soldiers can only move so far because they’re on foot.
But vehicles can cover a lot more ground.
Now, when it comes to crossing a forest or mountain range,
your soldiers are better suited for the trek.
March!
A unit’s type also determines its range of attack.
Infantry units can only attack adjacent enemies,
but Artillery units can cause damage from further away.
As units take damage and lose HP,
they’ll also inflict less damage on their foes.
You do have the option to join units together though,
healing them back up, and replenishing their ammo.
Once your units have acted and you end the turn,
[Lash speaking in background] your opponent gets to make their moves.
Now let’s cover how you can gain...
[narrator's voice echoes] The Tactical Advantage!
In a typical battle, you’ll need to capture your opponent’s HQ
or defeat all their units to secure the win.
We have a good number of units on the battlefield,
but we could use a little extra firepower.
By selecting one of your controlled Bases,
you can build more units, assuming you have the funds.
More controlled properties equals more moolah!
You’ll wanna deploy units that are effective against the opposition.
There’s no such thing as the perfect army,
so I recommend experimenting with all types to adapt to the situation.
Ah! Perfect timing to introduce...
[narrator's voice echoes] CO Powers!
During exchanges with your opponents,
this meter will fill up and you’ll be able to use a CO Power,
extraordinary abilities that, when used at the right time,
can turn the tide of battle!
[Andy] -I can fix anything!
[narrator] -The Orange Star’s Andy can use a CO Power called Hyper Repair.
This restores HP to all his units and increases their defense.
[Eagle] -Ready for attack!
[narrator] -Eagle of the Green Earth Army has a CO Power called Lightning Strike,
which allows his units that have already acted to move again.
There’s a wide variety of CO Powers at your disposal,
so figure out which best suit your playstyle! Buh-boom!
By the way, this version of Advance Wars has a couple handy new features.
Want to speed up the action?
Just hold down the ZR button to cruise through dialogue and combat animations.
There’s also a shiny new Reset Turn option that allows you to, you guessed it,
reset the current turn!
Following along so far?
Good, ‘cause we’re not done yet! Hoo-rah!
If the campaign isn’t enough for you, then try your hand at...
[narrator's voice echoes] The War Room!
Here you can test your tactical prowess in a wide array of different challenges with the CO of your choice.
Try to get the top ranking!
Still want more? Then try...
[narrator's voice echoes] Versus Mode!
Square off locally against up to three human or computer opponents
on one Nintendo Switch system,
or wirelessly across four systems if each player has the game.
Looking for more colorful battles elsewhere?
Then take your tactical mind to the internet in...
[narrator's voice echoes] Online Mode!
You and a friend can compete head-to-head in an all-out tactical tussle.
You’ll both need a Nintendo Switch system and the game,
as well as active Nintendo Switch Online memberships.
There are a few other modes where you can spend some time, including...
[narrator's voice echoes] The Design Room!
Here you can create custom maps and share them online
or through a local wireless connection.
You can also pay a visit to the local commissary called...
[narrator's voice echoes] Hachi’s Shop!
The Orange Star Army’s local chatterbox Hachi
is ready and willing to separate you from your in-game coins
in exchange for additional Battle Maps,
COs who can be used in the War Room and multiplayer modes, and more!
Finally, there’s an in-game...
[narrator's voice echoes] Gallery!
Enjoy music and artwork you’ve obtained from Hachi’s Shop,
among other assorted sundries.
It’s a great way to reminisce and relive fond memories...
ahem! Atten-tion!
All right, recruit, we've reached the end of your training.
Ready to show off everything you've learned?
Prove you’ve got what it takes
when Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp marches onto Nintendo Switch April 21st.
You can be ready to deploy on launch day by pre-ordering the game on Nintendo eShop.