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Theatre of War 3: Korea
By 1C Company, released 1 Jan 2010
- Microsoft Windows
What it is
Theatre of War 3: Korea is a computer wargame from 1C Company set during the Korean War. Its two campaigns cover North Korean operations from June 25 to August 20 and American operations from September 15 to October 8, both in the 1950s. Players move forces across the Korean Peninsula while managing reserves, fuel and ammunition; tactical battles are shaped by the strategic situation. The game adds a strategic mode and non-linear dynamic campaigns, plus a campaign generator with an additional USSR faction for alternate scenarios. Battles feature terrain modeled for infantry combat, and the game includes artillery, armor, aviation and transport helicopters. Squad-focused controls, real-time mining and demining, and a binocular view are also listed. Steam features include single-player, multiplayer, PvP, LAN PvP, co-op and LAN co-op, along with a level editor and Steam Cloud. The listed Steam platform is Windows.
What players like, and what they don't
- Two campaigns set during the Korean War
- Manage reserves, fuel and ammunition
- Non-linear dynamic campaigns
- Campaign generator includes an USSR faction
- Level editor and LAN multiplayer options
- Steam platform listing is Windows
- Campaign dates are limited to two stated periods
Who it suits
It suits players interested in tactical battles shaped by larger campaign decisions, supply management and force movement. LAN PvP and co-op are listed for groups who want multiplayer options.
Theatre of War 3: Korea connects peninsula-wide force management with tactical engagements. Its campaigns and campaign generator offer distinct ways to approach the setting, with multiplayer and LAN options also listed.
