the-battle-for-wesnoth ☆
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Description:
Fantasy-themed turn-based strategy game
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.18.7@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: game strategy turn-based fantasy open-source
Install: brew install --cask the-battle-for-wesnoth
About:
The Battle for Wesnoth is a turn-based strategy game with a fantasy setting, featuring hex-based tile maps and a unit-based economy. It offers a comprehensive campaign editor and a robust multiplayer mode, allowing players to create custom scenarios or compete against others online.
Key Features:
  • Hex-based tactical combat with a unit-level economy
  • Extensive single-player campaigns and multiplayer matchmaking
  • Built-in map and scenario editor for custom content
  • Cross-platform support and open-source licensing
Use Cases:
  • Playing turn-based strategy campaigns solo
  • Competing in tactical multiplayer battles
  • Creating custom maps and scenarios for community play
Alternatives:
  • Battle for Wesnoth (Steam) – Official distribution via Steam; includes Workshop integration but requires the Steam client
  • 0 A.D. – Real-time strategy (RTS) instead of turn-based; focuses on historical civilizations
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Apr 23, 2026 5:27pm 1.18.7 0 VERSION_BUMP bb9fb539
Dec 31, 2025 1:50am 1.18.6 0 VERSION_BUMP 50bd6347
Sep 15, 2025 1:06pm 1.18.5 0 VERSION_BUMP a837ec58
Aug 12, 2024 9:39am 1.18.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 3e5d318a
Mar 28, 2024 11:59pm 1.18.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 9c2e9e99
Jan 4, 2024 12:17am 1.16.11 0 VERSION_BUMP 8ed46db0
Nov 4, 2023 2:46pm 1.16.10 0 VERSION_BUMP 4adb7e5e
Apr 20, 2023 6:07am 1.16.9 0 VERSION_BUMP 03f2e7b0
Mar 13, 2023 4:05pm 1.16.8 0 VERSION_BUMP 2945076b
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