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Civil War: Battle of Petersburg

Crush the Confederates near Petersburg and Richmond in 1864. Bring peace to a nation divided.

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Cult Software
Publisher
Cult Software
Release
February 8, 2017
9 years and 177 days ago
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Very Positive243 reviews81.9%

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About the Game

CIVIL WAR: BATTLE OF PETERSBURG is a turn based war game. Conquer the confederates in the last years of the American Civil War and bring peace to a nation divided. You play on a real battle map and battles take place mostly in historic locations, but troops have been balanced to have a more fun experience.

Features the following engagements:

  • Battle of the Crater
  • Bermuda Hundred
  • Battle of New Market Heights
  • Battle of Cold Harbor

Gameplay:

  • A hot seat mode to crush your friends.
  • Compete in the leaderboards! The 10 best players will receive a Golden General with more health points!
  • Read the ancient map for defensive lines.
  • 4 difficulty settings: Easy, Normal, Hard and Nightmare.
  • Break through enemy lines! Flanking does 40% more damage.

Please be aware that the engagements are not always historically accurate and the main idea is to have fun on an immersive battle map. As a beer and pretzels game, the combat is fast paced and instantly satisfying!

Art by Roland Seer, programming by Rain Pohlak.
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