tank simulation game
Steel Thunder
By Accolade, released 1 Jan 1988
- Microsoft Windows
- Commodore 64
- simulation video game
What it is
Steel Thunder is a tank simulation game from Accolade, released in 1988. It puts you in an elite crew operating one of four U.S. tanks: the M60A3, M48A5 Patton, M3 Bradley CFV, or M1A1 Abrams. Before missions, you select a vehicle, weapons loadout, and crew members. During combat, you can take the Commander, Driver, and Gunner roles yourself or issue commands and requests to the other crew members. The game covers 21 missions across Cuba, Syria, and West Germany. Its listed simulation details include firing sequences, land tactics, smokescreens, thermal gunsights, and in-tank views from each crew seat. Steam lists single-player and Family Sharing. The platform list includes Windows and Commodore 64, while Steam lists Windows. The game focuses on managing a tank and crew in real-time combat, building a career through missions on multiple fronts.
What players like, and what they don't
- Four U.S. tanks to select from.
- 21 missions across three theaters.
- Take or direct three crew roles.
- In-tank views from each seat.
- Steam lists Windows only.
- Released in 1988.
Who it suits
It suits players interested in tank simulation and managing several crew roles during combat. Its single-player format is a fit for those who want to work through missions solo.
Steel Thunder focuses on tank operations, crew roles, and missions across three theaters. Steam lists single-player and Windows support; the broader platform list also names Commodore 64.
