Armored Brigade is a real-time tactical wargame for Windows developed by Veitikka Studios and published by Matrix Games, initially released on November 15, 2018. It places you in command of mechanized combat forces in a Cold War-turned-hot Europe, where NATO and Warsaw Pact tensions erupt into large-scale battles spanning detailed maps modeled on real terrain. Players issue orders from platoon to brigade level, maneuvering tanks, infantry squads, artillery, air units, and support vehicles against AI opponents in dynamic combat scenarios driven by realistic morale, fatigue, command delay, weather, and visibility effects.
The game draws inspiration from classic tactical titles like Steel Panthers and Close Combat, blending accessible playability with deep strategic depth. Maps can stretch up to kilometers in scale, requiring careful planning and effective utilization of combined arms to exploit terrain, manage line-of-sight, and coordinate assaults or defenses. Armored Brigade is single-player only, but supports modding and scenario editing to extend replay value. Its Very Positive reviews praise the authentic tactical feel, wide variety of units, and expansive battlegrounds. Whether you’re supervising armored spearheads across open plains or executing ambushes in forests, every battle tests your tactical acumen in realistic, evolving warfare.
Features:
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Real-time tactical wargame set in a fictional Cold War conflict.
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Command mechanized formations from platoon to brigade level.
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Large, detailed maps based on real terrain across Europe.
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Dynamic weather, visibility, and terrain effects.
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Realistic unit simulation with morale and fatigue modeling.
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Variety of authentic Cold War-era units and vehicles.
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Smart AI that conducts offensive and defensive maneuvers.
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Mod support and scenario editor for customization.
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Steam Cloud and Workshop support available.
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Single-player tactical challenges with high replay value.
System Requirements:
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OS: Windows 7 / 8 / 10 (64-bit recommended).
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Processor: 1 GHz or better.
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Memory: 1 GB RAM minimum.
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Graphics: OpenGL 2.0 compatible video card with 512 MB VRAM.
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DirectX: Version 9.0c required.
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Storage: ~1 GB available space.
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Sound: Compatible sound card.
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Input: Keyboard and mouse supported. (inferred from game type)
