British Forts in the Age of Arthur
BOOK REVIEW posted on 5 JAN 2009 by Jim Zabek
The quest for historical proof of King Arthur, like the quest for the Holy Grail itself, seems as perennial as it is elusive. But it is also entertaining, and, in the case of Angus Konstam’s latest work, great military history, too.
World War II: Road To Victory
PC GAME REVIEW posted on 26 DEC 2008 by Allan Berke
And yet another World War II strategy game takes center stage. Can World War 2: Road to Victory set itself apart from its many competitors? Al Berke provides his thoughts.
US Army Long-Range Patrol Scout in Vietnam 1965-71
BOOK REVIEW posted on 10 DEC 2008 by Jim Zabek
The Vietnam War had many aspects but the role of Long-Range Patrols (LRP) have a mystique all to themselves. These patrols are the stuff of legend: a small squad of men inserted far behind enemy lines. Read up on the history, training, methods, and especially the men.
World War II: General Command
SCREENSHOTS FEATURE posted on 2 DEC 2008 by Jim Zabek
World War II: General Command is the debut release of GI Games' real-time strategic and tactical wargame covering Operation Wacht am Rhein. Check out the new information and screenshots here.
The Yom Kippur War
BOOK REVIEW posted on 28 NOV 2008 by Mike Dorn
At its heart the Yom Kippur War is a tale of one of the most famous and intrepid tank battles in history. Discover why Simon Dunstan’s account is the best there is on the subject.
Strategic Command Pacific Interview
INTERVIEW posted on 25 NOV 2008 by Wargamer Staff
Battefront's Moon and Hubert Cater sit down with a Beta tester to find out what he thinks of Strategic Command: Pacific Theater as it moves from the ETO to the PTO.
Tom Clancy's EndWar
XBOX 360 REVIEW posted on 18 NOV 2008 by Jim Zabek
Strategy games played on consoles have always been handicapped by interface limitations of their controllers. Until now. EndWar is the first voice-controlled strategy game. Find out how this sets it apart.
Mosby's Confederacy Concept Art and Screenshots
SCREENSHOTS FEATURE posted on 11 NOV 2008 by
We've got the hot scoop on some new screenshots and concept art for the highly anticipated ACW title, Mosby's Confederacy.
Histwar Les Grognards News & Screenshots
SCREENSHOTS FEATURE posted on 11 NOV 2008 by
Battlefront has just dropped a Napoleonic cartload of screenshots and news about Histwar: Les Grognards into our Inbox.
HPS 2 New Titles
INDUSTRY NEWS posted on 6 NOV 2008 by Jim Zabek
HPS has announced two new titles: War Over the Mideast and Spanish Civil War, both John Tiller designs. Get yer details here while they're hot!
1701 - Gold Edition
PC GAME REVIEW posted on 5 NOV 2008 by Anthony Micari
Fans of strategy games looking for an alternative to combat-focused games should check out 1701
Company of Heroes - Tales of Valor Announced
INDUSTRY NEWS posted on 3 NOV 2008 by Jim Zabek
A stand-alone expansion to the smash hit RTS, Company of Heroes, has been announced.
Close Combat: Wacht am Rhein Goes Gold
GONE GOLD posted on 23 OCT 2008 by Jim Zabek
The improved remake of the classic Close Combat Battle of the Bulge game has gone gold.
Crown of Glory 2: Emperor's Edition Preview
PC GAME PREVIEW posted on 14 OCT 2008 by James Cobb
Some sequels seem more like overpriced patches than truly improved games. What does Jim Cobb think of Crown of Glory II: Emperor’s Edition? Will it live up the an emperor’s expectation or just be more of the same?
Close Combat: Wacht am Rhein Graphics Feature
PC GAME PREVIEW posted on 29 SEP 2008 by Jim Zabek
The Close Combat series isn't known for its eye-popping graphics. However, the development team has invested a lot of time and effort into getting the vehicle graphics as close to historically accurate as possible. Check them out for yourself.
Combat Arms Europe Trailer Released
PRESS RELEASE posted on 19 SEP 2008 by Jim Zabek
A free-to-play FPS game, Combat Arms Europe is still under development but the first trailer has been released.
Combat Mission Shock Force: Marines Video Released
PRESS RELEASE posted on 8 SEP 2008 by Jim Zabek
Battlefront has just released a new video of in-game footage of their latest game, Combat Mission Shock Force: Marines.
Heat of Battle II - WWII Museum Gaming Convention Coverage
CONVENTION COVERAGE posted on 25 AUG 2008 by Jim Zabek
The best wargaming convention on the planet returns for a second round. What it lacks in size it more than makes up for in atmosphere and history.
Panzer Command: Kharkov
PC GAME REVIEW posted on 20 AUG 2008 by Bill Macon
Panzer Command: Kharkov is the second game in the Panzer Command series released by Matrix Games and Koios Works. Set in May 1942 when both the German and Soviet armies were preparing simultaneous major offensives around Kharkov in Ukraine, this new release introduces many new features and provides a compelling simulation of tactical combat on the Eastern Front.
Command and Control at Gettysburg
STRATEGY AND TACTICS ARTICLE posted on 11 AUG 2008 by Allan Berke
What happened to the attack on Cemetery and Culp’s Hill on the evening of July 1st, 1863? On the 145th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Al Berke takes a look at some of the brigade and regimental level games that cover this battle from the American Civil War and how they incorporate command and control mechanisms.
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