Underplayed Gems

Making History: The Calm & the Storm (2007)

Making History: The Calm & the Storm cover
Developer
Muzzy Lane
Publisher
Focus Entertainment
Genres
Action, Strategy
Rating
4.0 of 5, 630 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 11 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A meticulously paced grand strategy game where you methodically manage economics, diplomacy, and military to navigate the shifting alliances of World War II.

methodicalstrategichistoricaldeliberatecomplexdiplomaticeconomicturn-based

What players say

Players are split on this 2007 grand strategy game. Some enjoy its simple turn-based gameplay while others find it boring and lacking a tutorial. A major issue is the game asking for a product key, making it unplayable for many. It also lacks modern display resolution support. Long-time players say the high price feels like a cash grab for abandonware.

Screenshots

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