Underplayed Gems

Battles For Spain (2019)

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Developer
Headquarter S.L.
Publisher
Avalon Digital
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.1 of 5, 32 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A deliberate, historically grounded wargame that feels methodical and tactical, like moving battalion-sized pieces on a map with careful planning and no narrative flourish.

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What players say

Players praise the deep research and card-driven events, but the UI is clunky, bugs freeze air phases on macOS, and the AI fails to attack effectively. A rare subject with a steep learning curve and no tutorial.

Screenshots

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