Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific
- July 18, 2024
- Fury Software
Get on Steam"Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific" is a turn-based strategy game set in the Pacific theater of World War II. With a vast 36,000 hex map, players can command the forces of seven major powers and engage in battles across the Pacific and Southeast Asia, from Pearl Harbor to China. The game's flagship campaign begins with the historical attack on Pearl Harbor and offers a realistic and immersive experience of the war in the Pacific.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Engaging gameplay with well-thought-out mechanics that balance strategic depth and accessibility.
- Strong AI that provides a challenging experience, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
- Excellent naval movement and combat mechanics, making for a realistic and immersive experience in the Pacific theater.
- Some players feel the game is too similar to previous titles, lacking new content or engaging features.
- The naval war system is criticized for being inadequate, leading to unrealistic gameplay scenarios.
- There are complaints about the lack of agency in the Allied order of battle at the game's start, which may frustrate players seeking a more dynamic experience.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its strategic depth and well-designed mechanics, particularly with the introduction of a larger map and enhanced naval features that add complexity to naval engagements. Players appreciate the game's ability to capture the essence of warfare, despite some a-historical elements, and highlight the enjoyment of multiplayer options and innovative ideas that enhance the overall experience.
“Another engaging title in this series with well thought out mechanics and gameplay.”
“It's somewhat a-historical due to the mechanics of the game, yet it captures the essence of the war, and that's all that matters in my mind.”
“The much larger map and new naval mechanics make naval forces harder to take out if handled correctly, and I am finding the game really shines with the built-in multiplayer lobby.”
“Gameplay-wise, it's strategic command; if you like it, you'll enjoy this game.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the game offers significant replayability due to its diverse strategies involving research, diplomacy, production, and event decisions, allowing players to experience varied gameplay in each session.
“The game offers multiple different strategies revolving around research, diplomacy, production, and event decisions, which means great replayability.”
“The variety of strategies available, including research, diplomacy, production, and event decisions, significantly enhances the game's replayability.”
“With numerous strategies based on research, diplomacy, production, and event choices, the replayability of this game is outstanding.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the story aspect of the game, particularly regarding the lack of control over unit placement in missions, such as the Iwo Jima scenario. This limitation detracts from the overall narrative experience, as players feel constrained in their strategic choices.
