Flashpoint Campaigns: Cold War is a grand tactical combat simulation set in the Cold War era, where players take command of battalion, brigade, or regimental forces across realistic battlefields in Germany. Plan and execute strategies using detailed orders and Standard Operating Procedures, engaging in dynamic battles that last from 4 to 24 hours of in-game time. Experience historically accurate scenarios with diverse military units, weather conditions, and the potential use of off-map assets like artillery, airstrikes, or even nuclear weapons.
Gameplay
Flashpoint Campaigns: Cold War utilizes an asynchronous WEGO turn system, where players issue orders and watch the battle unfold in real-time before adjusting their strategy. Command a variety of units, including tanks, infantry, helicopters, and support forces, while managing factors like Line of Sight, terrain, morale, and electronic warfare. The game offers deep tactical simulation with realistic combat mechanics, allowing players to create and modify battle plans dynamically.
Story
Set during the tense years of the Cold War (1980-1989), the game immerses players in hypothetical conflicts between NATO and Warsaw Pact forces. Engage in large-scale battles across Germany, where strategic decisions determine the outcome of the war. With multiple campaigns and scenarios, players can experience different national perspectives, including the U.S., Soviet Union, and European allies, in a historically rich setting.
Key Features
- Over 100 Cold War scenarios, including 60+ standalone battles and 10 campaigns.
- Command forces from 10 different nations, featuring authentic 1980s military equipment.
- New Tactical Transport system, including Air Assault operations with helicopters.
- Dynamic AI with multiple battle plans for high replayability.
- Enhanced Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and order queuing for refined control.
- Realistic combat mechanics, including weather, morale, and electronic warfare.
- Improved UI for resupply, formation movement, and target selection.
- Comprehensive modding support for custom scenarios, campaigns, and assets.
- Detailed tutorials for players of all skill levels.
