Combat Mission Fortress Italy
- September 12, 2023
- Battlefront
Get on Steam"Combat Mission Fortress Italy" is a tactical wargame set in the Sicilian campaign of 1943. Players can command a variety of American, Italian, and German forces, including elite units such as the Bersaglieri, Rangers, and Hermann Göring Division. The game offers a unique arid terrain and a fresh perspective on the war in Europe.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Highly detailed and realistic tactical simulation that offers a unique experience in the genre.
- The game has a strong array of content, including multiple nations and units, making it a comprehensive representation of the Italian theater.
- Despite its age, the new engine improves performance significantly, providing a smoother gameplay experience compared to previous titles.
- The game is considered overpriced for its age and the performance issues, with many reviewers suggesting it should be priced lower.
- Players have reported significant lag and crashes, making the game unplayable for some.
- The user interface and controls are criticized for being difficult to navigate, detracting from the overall experience.
- optimization11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 45 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users noting significant improvements in performance and a lack of stuttering or lag during gameplay. However, others criticize the engine as outdated and suggest that while the mechanics are promising, the visual performance does not meet modern standards. Users recommend looking for optimization guides to enhance the experience further.
“With ideal performance or sane pricing, the mechanics would be awesome.”
“Since I already know I like CM titles, performance was all I cared about.”
“Look, at no point did I expect these games to run 60+ in 4K, but I did hope for better performance than a 1990-whatever Novalogic voxel popper ported to a Game Boy Color running off a literal potato battery.”
“The objective minuses are the very creaky engine; visually, I would say it's 'serviceable' but the performance isn't great. There are some optimization tips and tricks that can be found on YouTube for the combat mission games; it's the same engine for all the ones on Steam, so a guide for Normandy should work fine for Fortress Italy as well.”
“I actually haven't had any issues with performance or stuttering on this one (yet possibly, will update if I get any) compared to other CM games.”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the "Combat Mission" series, particularly in "Fortress Italy," is praised for its engaging and realistic simulations, which captivate players and showcase the significant effort put into the narrative and gameplay. While the visuals and performance may not be top-tier, the overall experience is compelling enough to warrant attention and appreciation from the gaming community.
“Combat Mission has me hooked, and Fortress Italy is a really strong entry.”
“Combat Mission simulations are really great and very realistic, in which a lot of work was spent.”
“Finally, it is very fortunate that Combat Mission made it now to Steam.”
“I bought Combat Mission back in 2010 for 20 bucks on CD from their website when it was under old management. There ain't no way it's worth 60 plus 30 for the DLCs.”
“The objective minuses are the very creaky engine; visually, I would say it's 'serviceable' but the performance isn't great. There are some optimization bits and pieces that can be found on YouTube for the Combat Mission games; it's the same engine for all the ones on Steam, so a guide for Normandy should work fine for Fortress Italy as well.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users feel that the gameplay mechanics are impressive but are hindered by issues related to performance and pricing, suggesting that improvements in these areas could significantly enhance the overall experience.
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users noting improvements, while others pointed out issues such as objects, like rifles, appearing to float in the air. Overall, the visual quality shows potential but is marred by noticeable glitches.
“The graphics are so poor that the rifle was floating in mid-air.”
“The graphics are so poor that the rifle was floating in mid-air.”
“The graphics are so poor that the rifle was floating in mid-air.”
- stability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently report that the game runs smoothly without any significant issues, indicating a high level of stability.
“It runs great.”
