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Transformers: Battle Tactics
Inspired by Transformers Generations, DeNA and Hasbro launched Transformers Battles Tactics today on the App Store and Android Marketplace. The game is a free-to-play title where you create a squad of four from both Autobots and Decepticons and challenge other players in combat. The game is turn-based, and knowing when to swap between forms and how to manage your ability points is crucial to success.
I downloaded the game and played for a few rounds. The pay elements of this initially free-to-play title aren’t very intrusive early on. You can speed up countdowns and access your favorite Transformers early if you want but it isn't necessary because they will unlock soon enough. It remains to be seen if the paywall becomes more aggressive as the game continues. I was happy to see there is a decent amount of strategy to be found. Even when I was statistically outmatched, I was able to win my battles by carefully dismantling the enemy army one unit at a time.
You can check out the launch trailer above or view screenshots of the game in the gallery below.
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