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Nintendo DS · Strategy

Tank Beat

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SystemNintendo DS
Released2006
GenreStrategy
DeveloperMilestone
PublisherO3 Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by Milestone and published by O3 Entertainment, Tank Beat arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2006 as a strategy game.

It landed about 2 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2006 include New Super Mario Bros., Animal Crossing: Wild World and Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time.

Tank Beat supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead

What playing Tank Beat is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

Tank Beat gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Tank Beat cheats & codes

1 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:

infinite time1213EFDA 00003600

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Tank Beat walkthroughs & guides

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Tank Beat FAQ

When did Tank Beat come out on the DS?

Tank Beat was released for the Nintendo DS in 2006.

Who made Tank Beat?

It was developed by Milestone and published by O3 Entertainment.

Is Tank Beat multiplayer?

Yes. Tank Beat supports up to 2 players.

How long does Tank Beat take to play?

As a strategy game, Tank Beat typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Tank Beat on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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