Sudden Strike 5: France - Road to Liberation

Sudden Strike 5 – France: Road to Liberation is a strategic DLC focusing on Operation Dragoon, the Allied invasion of Southern France. Command forces in six new missions, battling from the beaches to the interior during this crucial 1944 campaign.

Gameplay

This DLC adds six challenging real-time tactical missions, split between Allied and Axis perspectives. You will command combined arms forces, managing infantry, armor, and new units like amphibious vehicles to achieve objectives ranging from beach assaults to disrupting enemy retreats. New commanders and doctrine cards offer fresh tactical layers focused on speed and specialized training.

Story

The campaign follows the historical Operation Dragoon, the Allied amphibious invasion of Southern France launched in August 1944. As the Allies, you fight from the hazardous landings to liberate key cities and cut off German escape routes. Playing as the Axis, you experience the defensive struggle, attempting to hold positions long enough to evacuate your forces from the advancing Allies.

Key Features

• New Campaign: Six missions based on Operation Dragoon, offering three missions each for Allied and Axis forces.
• Expanded Arsenal: Introduces over six new units, including specialized vehicles like the USS Edison destroyer, the Goliath remote detonation vehicle, and amphibious units.
• Fresh Tactics: A new commander, Jean de Lattre de Tassigny, joins the roster, along with two new doctrine cards that provide abilities focused on mobility and crew training.
• Historical Settings: Battle across authentic Southern French locations, from the Camel Beach landings to the fighting in Toulon and the Rhône Valley.