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EDITOR NOTES
This is a beta release. See Related Links below for the last stable release.
DESCRIPTION
Battle for Wesnoth is a turn-based strategy game with a fantasy theme.
Build up a great army, gradually turning raw recruits into hardened veterans. In later games, recall your toughest warriors and form a deadly host against whom none can stand! Choose units from a large pool of specialists, and hand-pick a force with the right strengths to fight well on different terrains against all manner of opposition.
Wesnoth has many different sagas waiting to be played out. Fight to regain the throne of Wesnoth, of which you are the legitimate heir... step into the boots of a young officer sent to guard a not-so-sleepy frontier outpost... vanquish a horde of undead warriors unleashed by a foul necromancer, who also happens to have taken your brother hostage... guide a band of elvish survivors in an epic quest to find a new home.
200+ unit types. 16 races. 6 major factions. Hundreds of years of history. The world of Wesnoth is absolutely huge and limited only by your creativity - make your own custom units, compose your own maps, and write your own scenarios or even full-blown campaigns. You can also challenge up to 8 friends - or strangers - and fight in epic multi-player fantasy battles.
WHAT'S NEW
Version 1.7.8-beta1:
Campaigns:
- Under the Burning Suns:
- Do not allow player units to get pass the Dwarf Ghost without completing the side quest in Tunnels of the Trolls.
Graphics:
- New base frames for Drake Flare, Flameheart.
- New portraits for Grand Knight (alt), Lancer, Orc Grunt (two alts).
Language and translations:
- Updated translations: Czech, Dutch, Finnish, German, Hungarian, Italian, Latin, Lithuanian, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian.
User interface:
- Fixed storyscreen buttons occasionally disappearing.
- Improved display order of unit healing. (patch #1343)
- Switched to the new MP lobby.
REQUIREMENTS
Mac OS X 10.4 or later.
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| Battle for Wesnoth User Reviews (29 posts) | Write A Review |
 | Jul 18 2008 |
ZARN THE MAD The installer refuses to install to my HD. It claims I need at least Mac OS 10.4.4 to use the software. Since I have version 10.4.11 installed, I suspect that there is an error in the installer's configuration. And yes, it is an Intel machine (Mac Pro). :)
(Version 1.5.2) | |
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| Jul 30 2008 |
KELTIA I have the same problem with 1.5.2 & 10.4.11. My main gripe with this 1.5.x series is that while an installer is nice, 1. it has never been necessary before (the application can be installed as many others, with the mouse) and 2., more importantly, it is not relocatable anymore. Sorry, I hate applications that install themselves only in /Applications, I use /Users/Shared for third-party apps. This is seriously backward.
(Version 1.5.2) | |
 | Apr 15 2009 |
ROBOTANK Try using Pacifist to extract the application from the installer bundle. Then you can do what you wish with it, and you won't have to worry about the installer not working properly.
(Version 1.6.1) | |
 | Sep 29 2009 |
OZEAN In the latest incarnation of Wesnoth (1.6 and onward) the developers went back to a standard Mac install: just drop the app icon into the Applications folder and youre ready to go!
(Version 1.7.6) | |
 | Apr 22 2008 |
PETER BALCON This is an outstanding example of a free, open-source game. In every aspect that really counts, it excels. The AI is extremely good, head and shoulders above many expensive strategy and fantasy RPGs. The 2D graphics have matured markedly since its earlier versions, and a lot of effort has gone into balancing the various creatures you can play and fight. Be warned, this game is not easy, and is extremely addictive! Regular saves will save a lot of grief! A very big well-done to the development team for this one.
(Version 1.4.1) | |
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| Mar 7 2008 |
PHILSH Most fun I've had in a RPG!!!
(Version 1.4) | |
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| Mar 7 2008 |
OZEAN I have to chime in with others here and tell you that this game has always been great fun. Playability is excellent and you can use different styles of play to accomplish your goals. In the recent versions, however, this game has also become very refined in terms of its user interface, the sounds and the music and practically all other aspects of the game. If you have at least a little fun with strategy games, you must try this one!
(Version 1.4) | |
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| Mar 7 2008 |
GAOSHAN You said it. This is really an outstanding example of this sort of application. It gets better and better as they move along in developing it. Development is consistent and steady, changes are always for the better, not for the bloat. I love this game!
(Version 1.4) | |
| Dec 5 2007 |
DOCEATMAC The very best open source game available. The only game I have ever played where you can create your own characters and storys in that easy way. Fun fun fun I LOVE IT.
(Version 1.3.12a) | |
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| May 19 2007 |
JOHN NOWAK One of the best open source games available. Very solid gameplay, although I think it could be just the slightest bit deeper. Nice, reserved graphics and sound as well.
(Version 1.3.2) | |
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| Nov 14 2006 |
GAOSHAN Oh, a quick tip/hint. If you are totally stuck on a certain level and cannot defeat the enemy, using a hex editor like HexEdit (available here on MacUpdate) pop open the saved game file (it will be in ~/Library/Preferences/Wesnoth/saves), do a search for the amount of gold you currently have and change the number to something greater. This will give you the boost you may need to get past a particularly sticky spot. I personally only do this when my adventure will be over because I cannot advance due to being overwhelmed by the enemy.
(Version 1.1.12) | |
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| Nov 14 2006 |
GAOSHAN What a fun game! This is my current game addiction and I highly recommend it to anyone who likes the fantasy genre.
(Version 1.1.12) | |
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| Sep 21 2006 |
NU3L A greatgame, a must for any wargamer lovers. Excellent playability, nice music, overall a must have freeware.
(Version 1.1.9) | |
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| Aug 28 2006 |
NOAH This game kicks my ass. Awesome work with the sound, efficient graphic work and challenging - yet simple gameplay. I enjoyed myself profusely.
(Version 1.1.9) | |
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