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Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe

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89%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
replayability, grinding
89% User Score Based on 316 reviews

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Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe is a single player and multiplayer turn-based strategy game with warfare and historical themes. It was developed by Fury Software and was released on June 5, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

"Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe" is a turn-based strategy game that puts players in charge of either the Axis or Allies during World War II. As the leader, players must manage the strengths and weaknesses of each nation, make strategic decisions about operations, and balance resources across land, sea, and air. The game features historical units, technological upgrades, and research and development, adding depth and complexity to the war effort.

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 316 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • The game offers a great blend of complexity and accessibility, making it enjoyable for both casual and hardcore strategy gamers.
  • The AI is competent and adapts to player strategies, providing a challenging experience that keeps players engaged.
  • It captures the essence of classic board games like Third Reich, offering a detailed and immersive strategic experience of WWII.
  • The naval mechanics are poorly implemented, leading to unrealistic outcomes and detracting from the overall gameplay experience.
  • There are significant historical inaccuracies in scenarios and campaigns, which can frustrate players looking for a more authentic experience.
  • The game can become tedious in the mid to late stages, with long AI turn times and issues with unit supply and reinforcement.
  • gameplay
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its seamless integration of movement and logistics, allowing players to quickly immerse themselves in the experience without being bogged down by complex mechanics. While the game shares similarities with other strategy titles, it offers a rich blend of combat, diplomacy, and tactical considerations, making it both challenging and rewarding. Despite some minor flaws, the straightforward mechanics and depth of strategy contribute to high replayability and a stable gaming experience.

    • “The movement and logistics are integrated so well that after only a few turns, the player is completely unaware of the underlying mechanics.”
    • “There's a lot of strategy involved, and the way the game mechanics work, there are important tactical considerations to weigh.”
    • “You see, this game doesn't concentrate its effort on shiny graphics and cool animations; instead, it focuses on what's important for a grand strategy game: its gameplay mechanics, enemy AI, and overall design, and it is brilliant in these aspects.”
    • “Otherwise, its tired nature palls - mechanics, basic strategy, and clunky UI.”
    • “In addition, supply is very important but it is obtuse as a game mechanic.”
    • “Air forces could be arranged differently, but overall a great tabletop feel with complex but not overwhelming gameplay.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are characterized by a minimalist style that some players find unremarkable, yet they do not detract from the overall experience. While the visuals may not impress, they serve their purpose, allowing the gameplay mechanics and strategic depth to shine. Many reviewers emphasize that the focus on gameplay over flashy graphics is what makes the game a standout title.

    • “Do not let the graphics fool you; this is a classic like Panzer General but with more complexity.”
    • “You see, this game doesn't concentrate its effort on shiny graphics and cool animations; instead, it focuses on what's important for a grand strategy game: its gameplay mechanics, enemy AI, and overall design, and it is brilliant in these aspects.”
    • “You won't be wowed by graphics or anything, but this is a gem of a game.”
    • “Especially due to its minimalist graphics.”
    • “Graphics glitch.”
    • “You won't be wowed by graphics or anything but this is a gem of a game.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its high replayability, driven by the strategic tension between immediate actions and long-term planning. Players have found themselves repeatedly starting campaigns, indicating a strong incentive to revisit the game despite some minor flaws. Overall, it is considered a solid strategic experience with depth and engaging mechanics.

    • “In conclusion, SC is a solid strategic game with good mechanics, some depth, very high replayability, and a smart design that excels in PBEM, only slightly hampered by some minor flaws.”
    • “I have started and re-started a campaign as the Axis, so I cannot really say much about long-term replayability.”
    • “The tension between current theater actions, the need to build units that come far down the road, and research keeps the game tense and replayable.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly when managing navy and transport movements, which can feel restrictive in terms of freedom and control. However, many agree that the effort is ultimately rewarding, contributing to the overall excellence of the game.

    • “A little tedious and players have a ridiculously low level of freedom and control.”
    • “Sometimes it can be a bit tedious moving around all of your navy and transports.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is characterized by a distinct and immersive experience for both Axis and Allies campaigns, featuring intense conflict, numerous events, and strategic diplomatic options. Players appreciate the depth of the long campaigns and the challenging battles that enhance the overall sense of engagement and tension.

    • “The Axis and Allies both have a highly distinct atmosphere in the way their respective campaigns play.”
    • “The best hours spent in a computer game, with a lot of events, alternatives, and diplomatic options, a long campaign, challenging battles, and the best atmosphere of conflict on both the Axis and Allies sides!”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is generally good, with users reporting it runs well even on older hardware. However, some players have encountered annoying bugs and glitches, as well as inaccuracies in the manual that could impact gameplay against human opponents.

    • “I have an ancient computer and it runs great.”
    • “There are a couple of annoying bugs and glitches, along with some inaccuracies in the manual that can cost you the game against a human player.”
    • “The game suffers from several frustrating bugs and glitches that can significantly impact gameplay.”
    • “Inaccuracies in the manual combined with persistent glitches can lead to a frustrating experience, especially in competitive play.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is described as epic, suggesting a grand and engaging narrative that captivates players.

    • “The game was an epic story.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has been criticized for poor performance, with users reporting excessively long AI turn times and delays during game saves, leading to a frustrating experience.

    • “Bad performance - AI turns take very long; even saving a game requires two waits.”
    • “Bad performance - AI turns take very long; even saving a game requires two waits.”
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Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe is a turn-based strategy game with warfare and historical themes.

Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 143 hours playing Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe.

Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe was released on June 5, 2017.

Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe was developed by Fury Software.

Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Strategic Command WWII: World at War, Strategic Command: World War I, Commander: The Great War, Hearts of Iron III, Order of Battle: World War II and others.