Civil War: Bull Run 1861

About

Bull Run recreates the first major battle of the American Civil War between the Union and Confederate armies. Take command of an Union army of Northeast Virginia or the Confederate army of Potomac and Shenandoah and engage in the largest battle fought on American soil to date.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

62%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a decent array of scenarios and is recommended for those comfortable with HexWars style gameplay.
It provides a challenging experience, especially on hard settings, requiring strategic maneuvering and unit synergy to succeed.
The game features a large map and allows for flanking maneuvers, enhancing the tactical depth of battles.

The mechanics are often buggy, with units failing to perform actions as expected, leading to frustrating gameplay.
Artillery is underwhelming, lacking the range and effectiveness that players expect from historical wargames.
The game has restrictive turn limits and lacks the ability to continue battles, making it feel repetitive and limiting player agency.

gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in these Hexwar games is straightforward and follows the typical mechanics found in hex-based strategy games, generally functioning well despite their basic nature.
- “The gameplay is reminiscent of other Hexwars games, offering a familiar yet engaging experience.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive and allow for strategic depth, making each match exciting.”
- “I love how the gameplay encourages both tactical planning and quick decision-making.”
- “These hexwar games are pretty basic, but the mechanics usually work.”
- “Gameplay is like most hexwar games.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been widely criticized for its instability, with many users labeling it as a "buggy pile of garbage." This suggests significant technical issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “The game is a buggy pile of garbage.”
- “Constant crashes make it unplayable.”
- “Frequent glitches ruin the overall experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is significantly enhanced by its wonderful music, which users feel contributes greatly to the overall experience.
- “The music is wonderful and adds so much to the atmosphere of the game.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, contributing significantly to the player's experience.
- “The music is wonderful and adds a lot to the atmosphere of the game.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing every moment.”
- “Each track is beautifully composed, immersing players in the game's world.”