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What it is
Theatre of War is a real-time tactical strategy game from 1C Company, set across major battles of World War II from 1939 to 1945. You command a task force made up of infantry, tanks, armored personnel carriers, field guns and mortars, with artillery and air support available. Its missions and maps are based on historical records and land maps. The game includes seven campaigns, more than 40 missions and many scenarios, plus more than 30 maps. Unit management covers formations and equipment from the nations involved in the war; soldiers gain experience and skills and can receive promotions and decorations. The listed game features include single-player, multiplayer, PvP, co-op and LAN play in both PvP and co-op, along with Steam Cloud and a level editor. Theatre of War was developed by 1C Company and published by Fulqrum Publishing. Its listed platform is Windows.
What players like, and what they don't
- Seven campaigns and more than 40 missions
- Historical scenarios and maps
- Unit experience, skills and promotions
- PvP and co-op, including LAN modes
- Includes a level editor
- Listed for Windows only
- No cross-platform support is listed
Who it suits
It suits players interested in tactical World War II battles, detailed unit management and historically based missions. The listed multiplayer, co-op and LAN modes may also appeal to groups who want to play together.
Theatre of War pairs historical battle scenarios with close control of mixed military forces. Its campaign, editor and multiplayer options give players several ways to approach tactical battles.
