The Battle for Wesnoth

The Battle for Wesnoth is an open-source, turn-based tactical strategy game set in a high-fantasy world. It features story-driven campaigns, competitive and cooperative multiplayer, and powerful tools for creating and sharing custom content.

Key Features

• Turn-based tactical combat with multiple factions, unit traits, and abilities
• Single-player campaigns with narrative, varied scenarios, and multiple difficulty levels
• Online and local multiplayer (including hotseat play)
• Built-in map and scenario editor with a large terrain set
• Extensive modding and content scripting (campaigns, eras, and map packs)
• Configurable gameplay options and hotkey customization
• Original music and a large library of sprites, animations, and characters

Use Cases

• Run a LAN or online multiplayer game night with friends
• Create and share custom maps, scenarios, and full campaigns for a community
• Provide a moddable strategy game for clubs, schools, or community gaming spaces

A strong community ecosystem and a long-running codebase make Wesnoth a solid platform for both playing and content creation. It is well-suited for players who enjoy tactical gameplay and creators who want to build custom campaigns and multiplayer experiences.