by Joesph Luster
It might seem strange to imagine collectible cards based on the events of World War II. The funny thing is, I’m sure they exist, encased in plastic in a few collectors’ binders across the world, each touting unique facts and feats performed by the historical figure on the front. World War II: TCG (Trading Card Game) doesn’t feature those kinds of cards, but it does have a bunch of customizable decks full of infantries, vehicles, modifiers, and other ways of taking on opponents in both player-vs.-computer and player-vs.-player modes.
For the most part, its simplified take on card-battling games works, blending nicely with an easy-to-understand interface and straightforward rules. The opening tutorial guides you through a few short skirmishes, holding your hand gently as it teaches you the ropes of how to play cards in each turn, how to use other cards to power up and modify those in play, and how to use acquired points to promote cards, strengthening both their attack and defense and keeping them in the fight longer. The ultimate goal is to use your cards to whittle away at your opponent’s hit points while protecting your own, with the first to reach zero getting the bitter taste of defeat.
Hit-Or-Miss Presentation, But A Fun New Take on WWII Combat
For someone like myself who’s not terribly good at, or even much interested in, trading card games, World War II: TCG ended up being surprisingly likable. The presentation is hit or miss—sound, for instance, plays a small part in the dynamics but can be turned off with no real loss to the experience—but mostly gets the job done smoothly enough. Cards can be examined to get a better idea of which one would be appropriate for a particular play, but the simpler battles can typically be won by being aggressive and coming out strong with cards that will, ideally, overpower the ones your enemy puts on the field.
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