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Bandits: Phoenix Rising (2002)

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Platforms
Win
Where to get it
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How it feels

A tactical, narrative-driven mercenary game with a gritty, deliberate pace as you navigate alternate-history conflicts.

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About

Bandits: Phoenix Rising is a Windows title released in 2002 that continues the narrative of its predecessor, focusing on mercenary work within an alternate history setting. The game features new characters and expanded gameplay elements while maintaining the series' core themes of conflict and survival.

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