For whatever reason, the Advance Wars games on Game Boy Advance and Nintendo DS really bring me comfort. Watching the goofy plot unfold, solving the little puzzles, and commanding my forces successfully always brings a smile to my face and clarity to my day. It is inexplicable really. Advance Wars games, while good, are certainly not masterpieces. However, it must be that they remind me of some of the military history and military strategy stuff that I read as a teenager. Back then, Dynasty Tactics 1-2 on PS2 had the same effect on me. Since I have already beaten the two GBA Advance Wars games, I think that I need to find another game or series of games which has this effect on me. Shining Force is a great series, but I don't find it relaxing, particularly since in Shining Force II on Genesis you have to do so much navigation.
In summation, whenever you're feeling a disoriented and devoid of direction, play a little Advance Wars.
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