Wave War One

About

Wave War One casts you as a frontline commander in World War I trench battles. You control 8 unit types, timing deployments to push through enemy lines and reclaim lost ground. Each level demands quick thinking, adjust tactics mid-battle, conserve resources, and balance risk versus reward. The real-time gameplay leans into chaos but rewards patience, letting you refine strategies after failed charges or costly holdouts. The game’s handcrafted 3D art style gives the war-torn landscapes a distinct, almost painterly texture. Players often note how the sound design, crunching mud, distant artillery, and radio static, pulls you into the grim rhythm of 1910s combat. While it lacks multiplayer, the 15-hour single-campaign offers tight, replayable missions that test your ability to adapt. A smaller but dedicated group on Steam still discusses optimal unit loadouts and speedrun records.

Storyline

Wave War One takes place during World War I. Stepping into the shoes of a military commander, you can experience the horrors of trench battles and make decisions that will affect your troop's lives.