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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown Launches with Fresh Gameplay and Narrative Focus

The first turn-based tactics game in the TMNT franchise debuts with innovative design, strong character development, and notable launch bugs.

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Overview

  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown, developed by Strange Scaffold, introduces turn-based tactics to the franchise for the first time.
  • The game features a 20-mission campaign where players control one Turtle per level, exploring themes of individuality and teamwork post-Splinter and Shredder.
  • Critics praise its fast-paced, grid-based combat and thoughtful characterization, though some note its lack of mechanical depth and repetitive mission design.
  • The game’s comic-book-inspired visuals, dynamic soundtrack by RJ Lake, and nostalgic design elements like pizza health pickups enhance its unique style.
  • Players report launch issues, including bugs like broken special attacks and glitched menus, which the developer is expected to address in updates.