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Sudden Strike Gold

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2017

Should you play it?

Set in World War 2, Sudden Strike offers revolutionary real-time-strategy gameplay. Command Russian, German, French, American and British armies in large scale battles including urban warfare, beach landings and aerial invasions. Whichever tactics you choose, you will find it in Sudden Strike!

What works
  • Deep and realistic tactical gameplay
  • Large variety of units and campaigns
  • Active multiplayer community and scenario editor
  • Nostalgic appeal and historical setting
  • Challenging and rewarding missions
Things to keep in mind
  • Dated graphics and interface
  • Technical issues on modern systems (crashes, sound problems)
  • Poor ai and pathfinding
  • Lack of modern conveniences (tutorials, widescreen support)
  • Multiplayer matchmaking and server support limited

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Cossacks II: Battle for Europe

  • R.U.S.E.™

  • Command & Conquer™ Generals

  • Praetorians

  • Act of War: High Treason

  • Wargame: Airland Battle

  • Company of Heroes: Tales of Valor

  • Field of Glory II: Medieval

  • Blitzkrieg 2 Anthology
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Act of War: High Treason

  • Gary Grigsby's War in the East 2

  • COH 2 - The Western Front Armies: US Forces
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Sudden Strike Gold: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Fellowship, Cooperation. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Progression, Fantasy, Expression.

Why this game works

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