Take Command: 2nd Manassas

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"Take Command: 2nd Manassas" is a real-time tactical wargame that simulates the American Civil War's Battle of Second Manassas. Players command either Union or Confederate forces, controlling troops, artillery, and cavalry in a historically accurate depiction of the battlefield. The game offers various scenarios, customizable units, and challenging objectives, providing a deep and immersive experience for strategy enthusiasts.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 125 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics6 negative mentions

The game offers a highly immersive and realistic simulation of Civil War battles, with excellent AI that adapts to player tactics.
Despite its age, the game still holds up well, providing many hours of engaging gameplay and a variety of scenarios.
The tutorials and in-game help are useful for new players, making it easier to learn the complex controls and mechanics.

The game has significant compatibility issues with modern systems, particularly Windows 11, including an invisible cursor and resolution problems.
Controls can be convoluted and frustrating, requiring extensive micromanagement that can detract from the overall experience.
Graphics are outdated and may not appeal to players accustomed to modern visuals, which can impact the enjoyment of the game.

graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
63%
25%
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated and simplistic, failing to impress modern standards, yet they retain a certain old-school charm that some players appreciate. While the visuals may not be the main focus, they do not detract significantly from the solid gameplay experience, which remains engaging despite the graphical limitations. Overall, the graphics are seen as a weak point, but they do not overshadow the game's strengths.
- “Many scenarios with the patch, Shiloh, Antietam, Chickamauga, and Fredericksburg... and the artwork is magnificent.”
- “I love the old school charm of the graphic sprites for the soldiers.”
- “Despite the now rather dated graphics, the gameplay is solid and there is real tension in watching the men of your command live or fall on your decisions.”
- “Graphics are not the best.”
- “It's graphics will obviously be very outdated now, and some modern systems will probably struggle to play it, but even as old as it is, I still fire it up sometimes.”
- “You're not going to be overly impressed by the graphics.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics and the intense experience of making decisions that affect the survival of your command, despite the dated graphics. Many users feel that the content justifies its price, especially if purchased at a discount.
- “Despite the now rather dated graphics, the gameplay is solid and there is real tension in watching the men of your command live or fall on your decisions.”
- “The gameplay/content is worth the non-sale price, and a steal if you can get it for a few bucks.”
- “+great gameplay”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in "Yep, Take Command: 2nd Manassas" is notably sparse, featuring only two songs and lacking any musical accompaniment during battles, which has drawn criticism from users.
- “Yep, Take Command: 2nd Manassas has a whopping two songs and there's absolutely zero music during battles.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is noted for its chronological complexity, with missions occurring simultaneously, which adds depth and intrigue to the narrative. However, this structure may also lead to confusion for some players. Overall, the storytelling approach is seen as engaging but potentially challenging to follow.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly after repetitive victories against AI opponents, suggesting that the addition of a multiplayer option could enhance the experience and alleviate the monotony.
- “The game gets a tad tedious after beating the AI for the 700th time.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The stability of the game has been noted as somewhat problematic, with multiple users reporting bugs that affect gameplay.
- “The game is kind of buggy.”
- “The game is kind of buggy.”
- “The game is kind of buggy.”