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Close Combat 3: The Russian Front

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43%Game Brain Score
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58% User Score Based on 24 reviews

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Close Combat 3: The Russian Front is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Atomic Games and was released on May 15, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

Lead your men through the largest, bloodiest battle of the 20th century. Command a fire brigade of soldiers on the Russian Front in this real-time strategy game set in World War II featuring unequaled detail, realism and scope. Play as either the Soviets or Germans as you orchestrate your squads' attack, defense, and survival over four grueling years of the grandest and bloodiest war the world ha…

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58%
Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews
music1 positive mentions
graphics2 negative mentions
  • Great for newcomers and nostalgic players alike, offering a fun and engaging experience.
  • The gameplay remains solid and enjoyable, reminiscent of the original game with some modern touches.
  • Despite its age, the game is considered a hidden gem for RTS fans, with simple controls and amusing soldier voices.
  • The game suffers from frequent crashes and glitches, making it unplayable for some users.
  • There is no multiplayer support, which disappointed many players looking for a competitive experience.
  • The graphics may feel outdated, which could deter players expecting modern visuals.
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are 2D and simple, but many users find them pleasing and not a hindrance to the overall gameplay experience. The focus for players seems to be more on gameplay rather than graphical fidelity.

    • “If you can get past the 2D graphics, which are actually rather pleasing, it's a good game.”
    • “I don't mind the simple graphics; it was the gameplay I bought them for.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the gameplay for its focus on close combat mechanics, expressing a desire for additional features like base building and soldier training to enhance the experience. The simplicity of the graphics is not a concern, as the core gameplay remains the primary draw.

    • “It would be cool to have to set up a base and train soldiers, all within the existing close combat format and gameplay.”
    • “I don't mind the simple graphics; it was the gameplay I bought them for.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is set within a top-down real-time strategy framework, where players engage in missions by purchasing a limited number of units at the start or between campaign missions. However, the reviews do not provide specific details about the narrative or character development, focusing instead on gameplay mechanics.

  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features a limited but high-quality soundtrack that has received positive feedback from users.

    • “The soundtrack, although limited, is very good.”
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Close Combat 3: The Russian Front is a strategy game.

Close Combat 3: The Russian Front is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing Close Combat 3: The Russian Front.

Close Combat 3: The Russian Front was released on May 15, 2024.

Close Combat 3: The Russian Front was developed by Atomic Games.

Close Combat 3: The Russian Front has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its graphics.

Close Combat 3: The Russian Front is a single player game.

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