Underplayed Gems

Across the Rhine (2014)

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Developer
MicroProse Software, Inc
Publisher
Atari, Nightdive Studios
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Strategy
Rating
2.9 of 5, 33 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 41 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A methodical, historically grounded tank strategy game that feels like commanding armored units through a detailed simulation of World War II battles.

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What players say

Players praise the ambition of combining platoon-level command with a first-person tank view, but the tiny unresizable windows, missing manual, and brutal learning curve make it nearly unplayable for newcomers. Split on whether nostalgia alone is worth the frustration.

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