Lost Frontier is the spiritual successor to Advance Wars that I've been waiting for. It takes that classic turn-based tactical gameplay and moves it into a weird-west setting with cowboys and occult magic. The 'Living Legends' system adds a nice RPG layer, allowing you to choose a hero that buffs specific unit types.
The mission design is tight, and the difficulty curve feels just right. You really have to think about positioning and unit counters. It’s a premium game with no microtransactions, which is so refreshing. If you like strategy games with a strong sense of style and substance, this is a must-buy.
Dinsun here. If you miss the days when strategy games weren't bloated with live-service garbage, Lost Frontier is your huckleberry. It’s a clear homage to Advance Wars, but the Western theme with a dash of the supernatural works surprisingly well. The balance is what impressed me most; every unit has a specific purpose, and a single mistake can actually cost you the match—refreshing in an era of hand-holding. The 'Living Legends' system adds just enough hero-unit flavor without breaking the core tactical loop. It’s lean, mean, and plays perfectly on a phone screen. It doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it doesn't need to when the wheel is this well-oiled.
Performance: Extremely stable; zero crashes reported on modern hardware; battery-efficient.
Buy if: You are a fan of Advance Wars or Fire Emblem and want a Western-themed equivalent.
Skip if: You prefer fast-paced action or get easily discouraged by high difficulty.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.0.3Thu Aug 04 2016
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
Fixed a bug which prevented Dutch Quimby's "Parachutes" perk from working properly.
Lost Frontier is a turn-based strategy game, brought to you from the creators of the Battleheart and Zombieville series'. In a fantasy-western setting consumed by steam-punk technology and the supernatural, can you survive with just your wit and a six-gun at your side?
Features:
• Story Mode - Play through 24 chapters that introduce you to the gameplay, characters, and world of Lost Frontier.
• Challenge Mode - once you've mastered the mechanics, put your knowledge to the test in a series of 20 demanding missions.
• 20 Unique Unit types - take command of a wide range of Wild West forces, from Gunslingers and Cavalry to civil-war era Cannons and Gatling Guns. Or, employ more exotic weapons like steam-powered Gyrocopters and Zeppelins, and enlist the help of dark forces like Werewolves and Necromancers.
• Living Legends - choose a "Living Legend" as the leader of your forces. Each of the 9 unique legends grow in power as you play with them, and promote different play styles. Will you pick your foes off from a distance as Wyatt "Long-Arm" Wilcox, or focus on brute force with the help of ace gunslinger John "6-eyes" McGraw?
• Custom Games - choose from a variety of maps, set up the rules, and play with or against AI or human players via local, hot-seat play.
Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Our latest creation, Battleheart 2, is now available! We hope our fans will check it out!
Lost Frontier is a turn-based strategy game, brought to you from the creators of the Battleheart and Zombieville series'. In a fantasy-western setting consumed by steam-punk technology and the supernatural, can you survive with just your wit and a six-gun at your side?
Features:
• Story Mode - Play through 24 chapters that introduce you to the gameplay, characters, and world of Lost Frontier.
• Challenge Mode - once you've mastered the mechanics, put your knowledge to the test in a series of 20 demanding missions.
• 20 Unique Unit types - take command of a wide range of Wild West forces, from Gunslingers and Cavalry to civil-war era Cannons and Gatling Guns. Or, employ more exotic weapons like steam-powered Gyrocopters and Zeppelins, and enlist the help of dark forces like Werewolves and Necromancers.
• Living Legends - choose a "Living Legend" as the leader of your forces. Each of the 9 unique legends grow in power as you play with them, and promote different play styles. Will you pick your foes off from a distance as Wyatt "Long-Arm" Wilcox, or focus on brute force with the help of ace gunslinger John "6-eyes" McGraw?
• Custom Games - choose from a variety of maps, set up the rules, and play with or against AI or human players via local, hot-seat play.










Lost Frontier is a turn-based strategy game from the creators of Battleheart. Set in a unique 'weird west' universe, it combines classic western tropes with supernatural elements. Players command a variety of units, from Gunslingers and Cavalry to Steam-powered tanks and Werewolves. The game features a 24-level campaign, a 'Challenge Mode' for veteran players, and a local 'Skirmish' mode for up to 4 players. With 9 'Living Legends' to choose from—each providing unique passive bonuses—it offers deep strategic customization.
24-level single-player campaign
9 unique 'Living Legend' heroes with RPG-style progression
20+ distinct unit types including supernatural creatures
Local pass-and-play multiplayer for up to 4 players
High-replayability Challenge Mode
A 5-star review highlighting the game's depth and polish.
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Terrain matters! Always try to position your units on high ground or in cover like forests to reduce incoming damage. Use 'Fog of War' to hide your high-damage units until the enemy is within range for a decisive strike.
Lost Frontier currently supports local pass-and-play multiplayer, but does not feature online match-making.