Battalion Wars 2 is a third person real time strategy game. The player takes direct control of one of a number of different units (soldier, tank, gunship, frigate and so forth) whilst simultaneously issuing commands to the rest of their troops. The controls and gameplay mechanics are relatively simple to master, but can sometimes get a little fraught in the heat of battle, and the lack of greater control over your remaining troops can on occasion be frustrating. The palette and unit style, borrowed from the Advance Wars series on the Gameboy, work really well on the Wii, and both the missions and cut scenes are never less than pretty to look at. Whilst not quite making the most of what it has to offer, Battalion Wars 2 is nevertheless an enjoyable and well made game.(Neil Robertson)