Underplayed Gems

On The Western Front (2018)

On The Western Front cover
Developer
Aggroblakh
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating
4.2 of 5, 91 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A slow, methodical grind of commanding individual soldiers down to the platoon level as they face relentless attrition in the mud and trenches of World War I.

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What players say

Players say the game is a deeply detailed and realistic WW1 simulation that captures the slow, grindy slog of trench warfare. Opinions split on whether the poor UI, ugly graphics, and technical issues outweigh the unique experience and the developer's dedication.

Screenshots

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