Close Combat: Wacht am Rhein is a real‑time tactical wargame for Windows that revisits one of the most dramatic campaigns of World War II — the German Ardennes Offensive, also known as the Battle of the Bulge. In this historically grounded strategy title, players command either US or German forces, managing squads, vehicles, and support elements in gritty, top‑down combat where psychological realism matters as much as firepower. The game is part of the celebrated Close Combat series, known for its blend of tactical control and simulation‑style depth.
The centerpiece of Wacht am Rhein is its Grand Campaign, which features a high‑level strategic map alongside 64 detailed tactical battle maps depicting varied terrain from snowy forests to fortified towns. With 70+ scenarios inspired by real‑world battles and operations, you’ll plan assaults, manage supplies, and make split‑second decisions that affect the outcome of each engagement. A powerful Scenario Editor lets you design “what‑if” battles, and extensive moddability allows players to tweak weather, support missions, morale, and unit behaviour for custom experiences. Whether pushing toward Bastogne or holding the line against a fierce counterattack, this title rewards strategic thinking and planning.
Features
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Grand Campaign with strategic and tactical layers
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64 hand‑drawn tactical battle maps
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70+ scenarios based on historical battles and operations
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Command US or German WWII forces
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Powerful Scenario Editor for custom scenarios
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Expanded moddability and strategic options
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Realistic soldier psychological profiles in combat
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Accurate World War II tactical simulation
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Team management and supply logistics matter
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Supports single‑player and online PvP on Windows systems
System Requirements
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OS: Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 compatible
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Processor: 133 MHz CPU (300 MHz+ recommended)
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Memory: 256 MB RAM minimum
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Graphics: 1 MB Video RAM (8 MB recommended)
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DirectX: Version 9.0c compatible
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Storage: ~2 GB available space
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Sound: 16‑bit DirectX compatible sound card
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Keyboard and mouse input supported
