Award Winning Franchise – Sequel to the highest rated strategy game of all time returns with an innovative warfare experience that will redefine the Strategy genre once more.Step into the boots of a Soviet commander of the Red Army, entrenched in brutal frontline warfare to free Mother Russia from the Enemy invaders!Īdjust your tactics to take into account the brutal weather conditions and wield the might of the Soviet Empire as you smash your way to Berlin. It also comes with a gritty single-player campaign that will give you a chance to familiarize yourself with the series core tenets. Unlike other strategy games, it focuses on the combined arms approach and the hard and soft counters gameplay that will make you think twice before trying to destroy a tank with a simple squad of riflemen. The game is open to fans and new players, with novices having access to 23 “Company of Heroes 2” maps in auto-match and the option to play against all other existing factions.Powered by the Essence Engine 3.0, the Company of Heroes 2 series feature the TrueSight system that emulates the units’ line of sight to the cover-system that encourages clever unit placement. “The Western Front Armies” also features a new progression system that introduces other unique content, allowing players to dive deeper into tactics and strategy. Each army will cost $12.99 and will be available only as a digital download.Įach army has distinctive tactical gameplay options, including new infantry, team weapons, vehicles, abilities and upgrades. In addition, players can download two collections: The U.S. “The Western Front Armies” will cost $19.99.
Players will experience some of the most brutal fighting of World War II, as American soldiers are pitted against the German forces. The sequel, created for PC users, brings players back to the Western Front that was introduced in the award-winning “Company of Heroes 2,” according to the developer.
The standalone multiplayer game hits stores and online markets on Tuesday, June 24. SEGA unveiled the latest video for “Company of Heroes 2: The Western Front Armies” on Friday.