The creators of Wartales have rolled out a substantial update for their strategy game, marking the first major patch of 2025 and the fifth since the game’s release. This update brings a host of exciting changes designed to refine and expand the player experience.

WartalesImage: steamcommunity.comAmong the standout features is an upgraded enemy AI system, ensuring more intelligent and challenging opponents. Players will also find seven new road battle maps across regions like Edoran, Gosenberg, Alazar, and Harag, with four of them showcased in the accompanying screenshots. Additionally, the character morale system has been reworked to add depth and realism to strategic decision-making.

WartalesImage: steamcommunity.comThe mechanics of combat spirit and willpower have been adjusted to streamline large-scale battles, making them less drawn-out and more dynamic. The balance of ranged units has also been fine-tuned to ensure fairness and encourage tactical creativity. As always, traditional balance tweaks and bug fixes have been implemented to enhance overall gameplay.

Wartales Gets Its Major Update of 2025 AI Maps and Balance OverhaulImage: steamcommunity.comThe development team emphasized that these updates were made possible thanks to valuable player feedback. Active participation from the community in surveys and discussions on official social channels helped identify key areas for improvement, ensuring the game continues to evolve in ways that matter most to players. 

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