Underplayed Gems

Ironclads 2: Boshin War (2017)

Ironclads 2: Boshin War cover
Developer
Totem Games
Publisher
Strategy First
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Simulation
Rating
4.5 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow, methodical historical simulation where you manage fleets and armies with deliberate planning and restrained pacing.

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What players say

Players say this is the best scenario in the Ironclads 2 series, with faster and more engaging battles than its predecessors. It has no tutorial and is difficult to learn, but rewards patience with a faithful simulation of the Boshin War naval conflict.

Screenshots

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