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Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific (2024)

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Developer
Fury Software
Publisher
Slitherine Ltd.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Strategy
Rating
4.4 of 5, 118 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 17 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

You methodically command forces across a vast hex map, feeling the weight of historical events as you plan each turn.

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What players say

Players praise the game's balance of complexity and accessibility, calling it a good middle ground between deep simulations and light strategy. Many note flawed naval mechanics and historical inaccuracies, especially in the Japanese order of battle, while others appreciate the authentic pressure of playing as Japan against inevitable US industrial might.

Screenshots

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