TABS

Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, commonly known as TABS, is a whimsical physics-based strategy game that challenges players to set up and observe battles between different types of units from various historical periods. The game is renowned for its humorous approach to simulation; each unit is designed with exaggerated features and ragdoll physics that ensure chaotic and unpredictable battle outcomes. Players choose from a vast array of units, each with unique abilities and tactics, ranging from stone-age warriors to medieval knights to tanks from the world wars.

Creative Combat and Strategy

In TABS, the strategy goes beyond simple troop placement. Players must consider terrain, unit costs, and the synergistic effects of unit combinations when planning their tactics. The game provides a “sandbox” mode that allows for unlimited experimentation with unit combinations and battle tactics without any constraints. This mode is perfect for players who enjoy tweaking and optimizing their strategies to see how different scenarios play out.

Campaign Mode and Challenges

TABS also features a campaign mode where players must overcome a series of increasingly difficult challenges with limited resources. Each level presents unique scenarios that test players’ strategic thinking and adaptability. As players progress through the campaign, they unlock new units and gain access to more complex and powerful combinations, which they can then use in both campaign and sandbox modes.

Physics and Humor: A Unique Blend

The core appeal of TABS lies in its physics engine. Every battle is a spectacle of flying units, unexpected victories, and comedic defeats. The unpredictability of the physics adds a layer of depth to the strategy, as no two skirmishes play out the same way. This unpredictability, combined with the whimsical character animations and scenarios, injects humor and light-hearted fun into every match, making TABS as much a joy to watch as it is to play.