Wartales Gets Its Major Update of 2025: AI, Maps, and Balance Overhaul

The creators of Wartales have released a significant update, the first major patch of 2025 and the fifth since launch. This update significantly enhances the player experience with a range of exciting improvements.

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Key features include a vastly improved enemy AI, promising more challenging and strategic encounters. Seven new road battle maps have been added, spanning the regions of Edoran, Gosenberg, Alazar, and Harag, with four showcased in the accompanying images. The character morale system has undergone a complete overhaul, adding a new layer of depth and realism to tactical decisions.

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Combat spirit and willpower mechanics have been refined for smoother, more dynamic large-scale battles. The balance of ranged units has also been adjusted to promote fairer and more creative gameplay. As always, the update includes numerous balance tweaks and bug fixes for a more polished experience.

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The development team highlights the crucial role of player feedback in shaping this update. Community participation through surveys and discussions on official social media channels directly influenced the improvements, ensuring the game's evolution reflects player desires.