Civil War: Battle of Petersburg - Turn-Based Strategy on Historic Battlefields

7/8/2026, 7:58:43 AM

Release date: 2/8/2017

Tags: #strategy #wargame #war #hex-grid #historical #local-co-op #turn-based #turn-based-combat

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Japan Price: ¥ 60
Global Price: $0.49
Sale Status: On sale
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Key highlight

Lead Union forces in Civil War: Battle of Petersburg, a turn-based wargame set on historical battlefields. Features local co-op and competitive leaderboards.

Who this is for

Recommended for fans of American Civil War strategy simulations and turn-based games that require deep tactical thinking. Local multiplayer matches promise intense competition.

Details

Overview

Civil War: Battle of Petersburg plunges players into the pivotal final years of the American Civil War. Developed and published by Cult Software, this turn-based wargame challenges you to lead Union forces and conquer the Confederacy, aiming to bring peace to a divided nation. The game utilizes real battle maps and focuses on historically significant locations, though troop balance has been adjusted for enhanced gameplay fun.

Highlights

Experience turn-based strategic combat set during the American Civil War.
Features key engagements like the Battle of the Crater and Cold Harbor on historically inspired maps.
Enjoy local co-op (hot seat) multiplayer and compete on leaderboards for the title of Golden General.

Who It's For

This game is designed for strategy enthusiasts and wargame aficionados who appreciate historical settings and turn-based tactical challenges. Players looking for a competitive local multiplayer experience or a single-player challenge with adjustable difficulty will find Civil War: Battle of Petersburg engaging.

Game Info

Released on February 8, 2017, Civil War: Battle of Petersburg is a single-player and multiplayer (PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP) title. It offers four difficulty settings, from Easy to Nightmare, allowing players to tailor the challenge. The gameplay emphasizes strategic planning, utilizing ancient maps for defensive line setups and breaking through enemy positions. The game is available in English and is a paid title, often featuring discounts on Steam.