Frontline: World War II
- December 31, 2020
- Frontline: Games Series
Get on SteamIn this Table-top WWII Hex-strategy game, you get to lead your army to victory by conquering objectives in any strategy you find best.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fun and engaging, with a lot of replay value and enjoyable mechanics.
- The hand-drawn units and maps, along with period music and radio broadcasts, create a charming atmosphere.
- It is easy to pick up and play, making it accessible for both casual and dedicated strategy gamers.
- Campaigns are too short and lack variety in units, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- The battle mechanics can be confusing, with issues related to unit stats and movement restrictions.
- There is no cohesive campaign, just a series of unlinked scenarios that do not impact each other.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and addictive, featuring simple yet appropriate battle mechanics and a sufficient number of campaign missions to provide hours of entertainment. However, some users have noted that the battle mechanics could be improved. Overall, the gameplay is considered interesting and enjoyable.
“The gameplay is quite captivating and addictive, with enough campaign missions to keep you busy for several hours to days.”
“Mechanics are simple but appropriate.”
“Gameplay is interesting.”
“The major issue in the game is the battle mechanics.”
- story6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story offers significant replay value, encouraging players to revisit missions to refine their strategies and achieve better outcomes. With a compelling narrative and numerous campaign missions, players can expect hours of engaging gameplay, though some may encounter frustrating moments, such as unexpected mission failures.
“The game has a lot of replay value if you enjoy revisiting missions to refine your tactics and try to bring all your guys home again.”
“The gameplay is quite engaging and addictive, with enough campaign missions to keep you busy for several hours to days.”
“I played the first mission and somehow failed to capture Pegasus Bridge even though my troops were standing on it with no enemies nearby.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by enjoyable and unique stylized visuals, showcasing a neat presentation with a strong attention to detail. However, some users note that the design can feel a bit overcrowded at times.
“You'll find enjoyable, eye-appealing, and unique stylized graphics.”
“Graphical presentation is neat, with much love for detail, although a bit overcrowded.”
“The graphical presentation is neat, with much love for detail; although a bit overcrowded.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere. Additionally, the inclusion of radio broadcasts and period commercials contributes to an immersive experience.
“The maps are good strategy, the music is great, and the radio broadcasts along with period radio commercials really set the mood.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, particularly for players who enjoy revisiting missions to refine their strategies and achieve better outcomes.
“The game has a lot of replay value if you enjoy revisiting missions to refine your tactics and try to bring all your guys home again.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without any bugs, making it accessible even for players who are not deeply familiar with WWII turn-based strategy gaming.
“The game runs smoothly without bugs and doesn't require a deep knowledge of WW2 turn-based strategy gaming.”
