Overview

Close Combat: Cross of Iron plunges players into the brutal Eastern Front of World War II, offering a deeply realistic and historically accurate wargame experience. Developed by Strategy 3 Tactics and published by Matrix Games, this title emphasizes the critical importance of team management and individual soldier psychology. As a junior officer, you'll lead your men through intense battles, earning promotions and facing an unforgiving enemy across diverse and challenging seasons.

Highlights

  • Authentic WWII Eastern Front: Experience the historical battles of the Eastern Front with a focus on realism and historical accuracy.
  • Deep Team Management: Every soldier matters; manage your units effectively, considering their psychological profiles and capabilities.
  • Dynamic Campaign Progression: Fight through a vast array of Battles, Operations, and Campaigns, including the extensive 'Fuger's' campaign, and earn promotions as you survive.

Who It's For

This game is ideal for strategy enthusiasts and history buffs who appreciate meticulous detail and realistic simulation. Players who enjoy deep tactical gameplay, historical wargames, and titles that prioritize authenticity over arcade action will find Cross of Iron particularly engaging. If you value the human element in warfare and the challenges of leadership, this is a title to consider.

Game Info

Close Combat: Cross of Iron is a pausable real-time strategy game that falls under the Simulation, Strategy, RTS, Real Time Tactics, Wargame, and Fighting genres. It supports both single-player and multi-player modes. The game was released on July 23, 2020, and is known for its "Very Positive" user reception on Steam. It features 2D graphics and is set during World War II.