Into the Breach

In short: Into the Breach is a strategy game released in 2018 by Subset Games, available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo and Mobile. Our score: 8.8/10 (highly recommended). Lowest price we found right now: $4.49.

Turn-based mech strategy

Into the Breach is a turn-based tactical game where you command powerful mechs from the future to fight giant creatures called Vek. Every battle takes place on an 8x8 grid where you can see every enemy's next move, turning each encounter into a chess-like puzzle. The game emphasizes protecting civilian buildings over dealing damage, creating agonizing decisions about sacrificing your mechs to save lives. With multiple mech squads offering radically different playstyles and randomized island layouts, every campaign feels fresh.

Game details

• Developer: Subset Games
• Publisher: Subset Games
• Release year: 2018
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, Mobile
• Category: strategy

Our review

Into the Breach is a perfect turn-based strategy game. Every move matters, every decision is meaningful. The genius design allows precise planning without luck elements, making every loss a lesson rather than frustration.

Pros

• Perfect mechanics design
• Immense strategic depth in a compact game
• Very high replayability
• Zero RNG - everything is transparent

Cons

• Basic graphics
• May feel too small for some players

FAQ

Is it like FTL?

Same developer but completely different. Turn-based tactical combat with mechs vs. kaiju.

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Last updated: 01/04/2026