Join the Battles in Pack Tactics
Nevergreen Games has officially launched Pack Tactics worldwide on iOS and Android, bringing its animal-themed auto-battler to mobile players with a rather unforgiving twist. Unlike most games in the genre, where losing a battle rarely carries lasting consequences, Pack Tactics makes every fight count, as animals can evolve or permanently die during a run.
Available now as a free-to-play title on the App Store and Google Play, Pack Tactics lets players build their own ecosystem by drafting animals, assembling a pack, and sending it into battles against teams created by other players. Combat plays out automatically using snapshots of real players’ packs, meaning there are no lobbies or waiting around for opponents.
The biggest difference, however, is its permanent consequences. Losing a valuable animal can seriously affect an entire run, forcing players to rethink their strategies and make every decision carefully. The game has been in regional soft launch since February 2026, giving Nevergreen Games plenty of time to balance its mechanics against real player feedback.
PC players will have to wait a little longer, as a premium Steam version is planned for spring 2027 at $4.99. It will include the Wasteland card set and 2x reward multiplier from the mobile version, alongside an ad-free experience with no additional purchases. A playable demo will also arrive during Steam Next Fest, running from February 22 to March 1, 2027.
Pack Tactics’ willingness to make defeat genuinely costly could give it an interesting edge in a crowded genre. For players who enjoy high-stakes strategy, this animal-filled battle for survival might be worth a look.