8bitWar: Netherworld

About

8bitWar: Netherworld is a turn-based strategy game where you build armies from different unit types and arrange them to outmaneuver opponents. Each match requires balancing attack, defense, and special abilities to weaken enemy formations while protecting your own base. The single player mode has 180 levels spanning increasing complexity, while multiplayer lets you compete locally or online against another player on iOS devices. The game emphasizes quick decision making with its grid-based combat system and varied unit synergies. Developer Emil Zeilon packed in enough levels to keep most players engaged for dozens of hours. Local multiplayer is a standout feature, making it easy to challenge friends on the same device. Released in 2015, it still holds up as a no-frills strategy test with a retro pixel art style.