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// WWII PACIFIC THEATER SEPTEMBER 1944 Iwo Jima, Okinawa, and Guadalcanal all stand out as major battles of the US WWII Pacific Campaign, but Peleliu arguably equaled or surpassed them all in scale and ferocity. Major General William Rupertus, Commander of the 1st Marine Division, confidently predicted the capture of Peleliu would “only take three days – maybe two.”  But the Japanese had learned … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peleliu: The Devil's Island.

Combat Actions: VIETNAM is a unique abstracted combat game that puts the player in command of a US Infantry Squad / Platoon during the Vietnam War. It covers some of the prevalent ground combat conditions and 'Fire Fights' that occurred between the United States and North Vietnamese / VietCong forces. The game's Skirmish level scale is as personal as it gets-- 'Man to Man' which coupled with its … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Actions: VIETNAM.

October 1968 The dead have begun rising from their graves in search of human prey. In a year of epic political and social turmoil across much of the globe, the madness of 1968 would culminate in October with the Northeastern United States Zombie Outbreak. The CIA's Special Operations Group mobilized its Covert 'Black Ops' Hunter-Killer Team, Task-Force 23, in a desperate attempt to contain and sup… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to X-Combat Actions: The Days of the Dead.

WWII OCTOBER 1944: THE WESTERN FRONT The U.S. Army regards the Hurtgen Forest as one of the most desperate battles it has ever fought. Along the Belgian Border, flanking the key German city of Aachen, Hürtgenwald's dark dense woods, shrouded in fog and laced with German mines and fortifications, was one of the most formidable defensive areas along the West Wall. Many who entered the Hurtgen Forest… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murphy's Heroes: The Hurtgen Forest.

The Historical Arthur and the Battle for Britain! “Then it was, that the magnanimous Arthur, with all the kings and military force of Britain, fought against the Saxons.  And though there were many more noble than himself, yet he was twelve times chosen their commander, and was as often conqueror. ” – Nennius An Laoch Ri, The Warrior King An action packed abstract level turn-based combat game t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to An Laoch Ri.

87%Game Brain Score

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89% User Score Based on 5,713 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 1 reviews

Ultimate General: Civil War is a tactical war-game. Experience the bloodiest period of U.S. history - the American Civil War of 1861-1865. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ultimate General: Civil War.

88%Game Brain Score

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88% User Score Based on 1,205 reviews

THE RED HORSE OF WAR IS RIDING THROUGH EUROPE ONCE AGAINIt's 1989 and the flames of a New War are flaring up. Thousands of square miles of German landscape will become a stage for sweeping battles between the best NATO and Warsaw Pact has to offer. Lead your Regiment through the inferno of a wide-scale Cold War conflict in this new Real-Time Tactics game. Break through the lines, call in artillery… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Regiments.

63%Game Brain Score

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63% User Score Based on 139 reviews

Theatre of War 2: Kursk 1943, the historically accurate and detailed real-time tactical war game, welcomes military history fans to the battle which gave the Red Army the strategic initiative for the rest of the war. The new project in the award-winning Theatre of War series depicts the initial (defensive) stage of the Kursk battle. Assuming the role of either the Russian or German battle group c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Theatre of War 2: Kursk 1943.

55%Game Brain Score

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55% User Score Based on 936 reviews

War Room is a realistic strategy, taking you straight into the heat of the war in Afghanistan. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to War Room.

83%Game Brain Score

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83% User Score Based on 716 reviews

It's WW2. You're a general sitting in a tent. All you have in front of you is a map, and a radio. Can you win the battle? Radio General is a unique strategy game where you interact with your units over the radio using speech recognition. Test your mettle and relive famous battles as a WW2 general. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Radio General.

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39% User Score Based on 180 reviews

Replay the events of the first hot war of the Cold War era, the Korean War, also known as the Forgotten War. Players will be involved in two campaigns, both set in the 1950's: the North Korean (June 25 – August 20) and the American (September 15 – October 8). In this title tactical engagement experts can test their skills on a new strategic level. Move your forces over the entire Korean Peninsula,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Theatre of War 3: Korea.

80%Game Brain Score

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80% User Score Based on 2,099 reviews

Ultimate General: Gettysburg is a critically acclaimed tactical battle simulator that allows you to lead thousands of soldiers in the battle of Gettysburg as commander of either the Union or Confederate army. The game features the most accurately created map, complex morale, innovative control mechanics and smart AI. You have the freedom to use different strategies while the battle progresses. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ultimate General: Gettysburg.

88%Game Brain Score

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88% User Score Based on 705 reviews

Mud and Blood, the cult classic flash strategy game is back with a vengeance and this time you are on the offensive. This is a brutal real-time strategy game set in World War 2 where you command a small squad of soldiers against impossible odds in a procedural and unforgiving battlefield. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mud and Blood.

84%Game Brain Score

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83% User Score Based on 842 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

The latest title in the famous Combat Mission franchise of wargames, now on Steam. Shock Force 2 brings you to a hypothetical conflict in Syria between the forces of NATO and the Syrian Army. Play either on WeGo or Real Time in an incredibly detailed and realistic 1:1 tactical simulation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Mission Shock Force 2.

On June 22, 1941, the largest land campaign in history began, as three German Army Groups advanced into the Soviet Union. Operation Barbarossa was underway and the German war machine was now locked in a struggle which would change the course of World War II. Germany At War: Soviet Dawn is a turn-based operational wargame, with a strong historical focus. The two major camapigns, one for each side… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Germany at War - Soviet Dawn.

93%Game Brain Score

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93% User Score Based on 2,183 reviews

Overview Master of Command is a real-time tactical strategy game set during the Seven Years' War. You take control of an army, manage its supplies, engage enemy forces, and shape your campaign through difficult choices and decisive battles. Every encounter, every piece of equipment, and every soldier lost matters. Key Features: Real-Time Tactical Battles: Engage in historical combat where mora… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Master of Command.

87%Game Brain Score

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87% User Score Based on 866 reviews

On the morning of the 6th June 1944 the Western Allies began the largest seaborne invasion in the history of warfare. D-Day would mark the start of a vicious campaign to wrestle North West Europe from German control. The following months would see the ancient fields, farms and villages serve as a battleground for new, lethal weapons that would become legendary. The Troop follows the campaign of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Troop.

84%Game Brain Score

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84% User Score Based on 328 reviews

Step onto the battlefields of WWII in the real-time tactics game that laid the foundation for the Men of War series and lead elite units from the American, British, Soviet, or German armies in behind-enemy-lines operations that can shape the course of the war. Thanks to a major update from Best Way, you can now relive the nostalgia of Soldiers: Heroes of World War II in a fully updated and enhance… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soldiers: Heroes of World War II - Enhanced Edition.

77%Game Brain Score

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77% User Score Based on 186 reviews

This installment of the Combat Mission series brings the fight to Normandy during the three months following the allied D-Day landings of June 1944. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Mission Battle for Normandy.

93%Game Brain Score

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93% User Score Based on 156 reviews

Sequel to its successful predecessor, Battle Academy 2 moves the action east – to the bloodied plains of Mother Russia. When a gritty new look, great new features, and random mission generation meet battle-proven gameplay you can be sure of a strategy classic! Experience the brutal campaign from both sides as you play across 4 campaigns – as partisan, Tiger, T-34 and dozens of other accurately mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle Academy 2: Eastern Front.

95%Game Brain Score

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95% User Score Based on 7,749 reviews

Critic Score 98%Based on 2 reviews

Company of Heroes: Gold Edition includes: Company of Heroes and the expansion Company of Heroes - Opposing Fronts If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Company of Heroes.

82%Game Brain Score

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82% User Score Based on 272 reviews

Graviteam Tactics: Operation Star is a sequel to Achtung Panzer: Kharkov 1943. It’s an Eastern Front war game with solid graphics and sprawling battlefields that really emphasizes the scope of WWII tank combat. Want to step into the role of a commander in the very heart of Kharkov’s defense? You'll have everything the officers had back then: tanks, guns, and fearless soldiers. The success of each… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Graviteam Tactics: Operation Star.

78%Game Brain Score

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78% User Score Based on 412 reviews

Pike and Shot is a turn-based tactical game, set in a time where musketeers “gave fire” in a duel to the death, pikemen held stolidly against enemy assaults, and cavalry charged to glory or defeat. You can take command in the greatest historical battles of the Italian Wars (1494-1559 A.D.), the Thirty Years War (1618-1648 A.D.) and the English Civil War (1642-1651 A.D.). Pike and Shot Campaigns in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pike and Shot: Campaigns.

82%Game Brain Score

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82% User Score Based on 1,159 reviews

North Africa 1943. Lead your forces to victory in the most intense WW2 battle! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1943 Deadly Desert.

90%Game Brain Score

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90% User Score Based on 143 reviews

Fight for control during the Friso-Hollandic Wars. Set in the medieval 13th century, the game features a strategy campaign and historical battles. Fight with your army in 3rd person battles and command your troops or fight as one of your units in first person. Voor de kroon is a medieval wargame. Solo developed with ♥ in The Netherlands If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voor De Kroon.

75%Game Brain Score

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75% User Score Based on 1,942 reviews

The American Civil War has erupted! On both sides, Grand Tacticians needed to take command of the opposing armies and to lead them to victory. Prepare your nation for war, plan cunning maneuvers, defeat your enemies in the field of battle, and become one of the greatest Grand Tacticians in history! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grand Tactician: The Civil War (1861-1865).

89%Game Brain Score

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89% User Score Based on 1,157 reviews

This release includes the original Shogun: Total War and the expansion Shogun: Total War - The Mongol Invasion in a single pack. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SHOGUN: Total War - Collection.

79%Game Brain Score

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77% User Score Based on 1,704 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

2 sides, 8 nations, and one battlefield: Europe! Wargame: European Escalation is an intense and spectacular Real Time Strategy game, where realism and strategy are brought to the front lines. Features With a phenomenal range of vehicles and units (over 350 different models).Build your army and enter a huge military campaign across Europe of the 80's, as the Cold War is about to become World War 3.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wargame European Escalation.

69%Game Brain Score

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69% User Score Based on 167 reviews

Combat Mission Cold War is set in the tipping-point years of a conflict that gripped the world for 45 years. Between 1979-1982, both the NATO and Soviet Warsaw Pact militaries began the shift away from industrialized warfare of the early 20th century and towards the modern digital battlefield of today. Combat Mission Cold War simulates several “what if” conflict scenarios between US and Soviet for… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Mission Cold War.

48%Game Brain Score

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48% User Score Based on 158 reviews

- Persistent and customizable squads - Upgradeable and unique (per class) skill tree for all units - Customizable mechs - Different Worlds with unique environments. - Customizable Battlecruiser. The Battlecruiser serves as the base of operations, and can be customized with weapons or infrastructures that will boost the squad numbers, teleport soldiers or even bombard the battlefield. - Faction rel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mechs & Mercs: Black Talons.

89%Game Brain Score

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89% User Score Based on 703 reviews

Graviteam Tactics: Mius-Front - tactical battalion level combat simulation. Action takes place in the summer of 1943 at Mius river and Saur-Mogila tumulus area of over 140 sq. km. Four large-scale operations for the Red Army and Wehrmacht. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Graviteam Tactics: Mius-Front.

60%Game Brain Score

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60% User Score Based on 103 reviews

“Hunters of the Dead” is a survival/roguelike tower defense game with some micro management elements. You have to rescue your fellow Hunters and with their help locate and destroy Dracula. Dracula has raised an army of undead and has taken the whole city. You must defend your base while in the meantime you have to explore the buildings around and salvage what you can. However, better stay close to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hunters Of The Dead.

61%Game Brain Score

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61% User Score Based on 100 reviews

"Operation: Polygon Storm" is a high-stakes military tug of war game that takes strategy and skill to the next level. Deploy your troops to the field and watch them advance, attack and take cover on their own. Pick what troops you want to deploy and push the enemy towards their base and capture it - all without micromanagement. With a deep and complex battle system, players must react quickly, cho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation: Polygon Storm.

67%Game Brain Score

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73% User Score Based on 1,550 reviews

Critic Score 63%Based on 8 reviews

Turn based 4X strategy game, recreating the civilizations of ancient China. Develop your land, build great cities, raise huge armies and fight epic battles, with hundreds of soldiers fighting right on the game map. Advance your technologies, culture and religion to create one of mankind’s biggest empires. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oriental Empires.

87%Game Brain Score

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87% User Score Based on 974 reviews

Critic Score 88%Based on 2 reviews

Field of Glory II is a turn-based tactical game set during the Rise of Rome from 280 BC to 25 BC. It allows you to fight large or small battles for or against Rome, or between the other nations who are as yet unaware of the Roman threat, or what-if battles between nations that never came into conflict historically. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Field of Glory II.

78%Game Brain Score

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78% User Score Based on 348 reviews

join our discord About the GameHeadquarters: World War II is a fast paced turn-based strategy covering the Battle of Normandy in the three plot-driven campaigns and a number of skirmishes. Choose your side, form your force, assign heroes, level up your units, and use Headquarters skills to overcome the enemy. Face a real tactical challengeThe game's combat system is based on an easy to learn - … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Headquarters: World War II.

89%Game Brain Score

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89% User Score Based on 171 reviews

Building on the success of its acclaimed predecessor, Armored Brigade II elevates the wargaming experience by skillfully blending accessibility with tactical depthall within a new, more immersive 3D graphic landscape. This finely-tuned balance makes it an ideal choice for both newcomers and veterans of military wargames. Engage in a simulator that offers both pausable real-time and turn-based game… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armored Brigade II.

71%Game Brain Score

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68% User Score Based on 3,076 reviews

Critic Score 76%Based on 7 reviews

The Great War: Western Front is the definitive WW1 strategy game. Play a deciding role in history with this real-time tactical experience as you take charge in the pivotal Western Front from 1914 to 1919. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Great War: Western Front.

87%Game Brain Score

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87% User Score Based on 85 reviews

DESCRIPTION Flashpoint Campaigns: Southern Storm is a grand tactical wargame set at the height of the Cold War, with the action centered on the year 1989. As the force Commander, you will plan and then issue orders and Standard Operating Procedures to your battalion, brigade, or regimental forces shaping the fight by maneuver and your intent. The game engine is based on asynchronous WEGO turns. T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flashpoint Campaigns: Southern Storm.

88%Game Brain Score

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88% User Score Based on 238 reviews

Armored Brigade is a real-time tactical wargame, focusing on realism and playability. The game has drawn inspiration from classics such as Close Combat, Steel Panthers and Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm. In Armored Brigade the Cold War has turned hot, and Europe is once again torn apart by conflict. An "Iron Curtain" divides the Western Powers gathered together under the NATO banner from the Sovi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armored Brigade.

96%Game Brain Score

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96% User Score Based on 7,919 reviews

Command military Special Ops Teams in gripping tactical combat against a Middle East-based terrorist network. Sequel to RockPaperShotgun's "Best Tactics Game of 2014". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Door Kickers 2.

87%Game Brain Score

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87% User Score Based on 251 reviews

THESE WALLS CAN’T FALL Set in the medieval world of Gloria Victis, Siege Survival: Gloria Victis sees your country invaded and your city under brutal siege. A small group of civilians are trapped in the only remaining stronghold and are the last source of hope for the defending troops hanging on for dear life. You might not be fighting the invaders yourself, but the fate of the city lies in your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Siege Survival: Gloria Victis Prologue.

74%Game Brain Score

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73% User Score Based on 526 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 2 reviews

Afghanistan '11 is the sequel to the highly praised and innovative Vietnam '65. It enhances and builds on it: Afghanistan '11 changes the paradigm of wargaming and manages to bring Counter-Insurgency and guerrilla warfare to your screen, properly represented thanks to a revolutionary gameplay formula! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afghanistan '11.

65%Game Brain Score

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66% User Score Based on 110 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

You are Iron Corps, the last defense of civilization traveling the world to find resources, help people and find answers. Prepare your army before infiltrating a new area - choose carefully your set of infantry units, vehicles and special abilities. Deploy your units on the field, improve your base, invest abandoned building and fortify them to place your snipers, harvest old hospitals or call a b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie City Defense 2.

77%Game Brain Score

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78% User Score Based on 287 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Men of War: Red Tide is a stunning mixture of RTS and a third-person action that introduces a new fighting force known for its brutal efficiency during the height of World War II. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Men of War: Red Tide.

86%Game Brain Score

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86% User Score Based on 2,300 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 2 reviews

Men of War takes place in Europe and North Africa during the height of World War II. The story takes place over three different campaigns and players take on the role of Soviet, Allied and German soldiers. Each campaign has its own scenario and structured timeline, which brings different elements of the war to life. The game features hundreds of accurately modelled historical tanks and vehicles —… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Men of War.

87%Game Brain Score

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86% User Score Based on 1,947 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 2 reviews

Frozen Synapse is a thrilling PC, Mac, Linux and tablet (iOS/Android) strategy game. It brings the simultaneous turn-based strategy genre bang up-to-date and lets you give detailed, accurate orders to your squad. Classic gameplay with a modern interface! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frozen Synapse.

Victory Banner is a fast-paced real-time strategy game featuring third-person direct control over any unit — from infantry to tanks. Experience the pivotal milestones of one of the most significant conflicts in human history, beginning with the events of 1941 on the Eastern Front. Add the game to your Wishlist and follow us for updates! Key Features: High-paced сombat: Experience fast and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Victory Banner.

An Laoch Ri The Historical Arthur and the Battle for Britain! “Then it was, that the magnanimous Arthur, with all the kings and military force of Britain, fought against the Saxons. And though there were many more noble than himself, yet he was twelve times chosen their commander, and was as often conqueror. ” – Nennius Dark Ages Britain Savage war bands, ominous dark forests, rising mists, mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to An Laoch Ri The Warrior King.