Combat Mission: Red Thunder (v2.13 & 2 DLCS)

Combat Mission: Red Thunder immerses players in the intense and pivotal battles of the Eastern Front during the summer of 1944, focusing on the Soviet summer offensive known as Operation Bagration and the subsequent fighting in Poland. Set across vast and varied terrain from the swamps of Belarus to the outskirts of Warsaw, the game captures a critical period when the German Wehrmacht’s ability to resist was rapidly deteriorating. Players can take command of either Soviet or German forces, navigating historically accurate campaigns and standalone battles that showcase the tactical depth and complexity of mid-war armored combat. The game’s two main campaigns highlight key moments, from the Soviet breakthrough at Orsha to a fierce German counterattack near Radzymin, offering a rich narrative backdrop for the large-scale clashes between mechanized infantry, tanks, and artillery. The gameplay centers on battalion-level tactics within a fully three-dimensional battlefield, giving players control over individual vehicles, squads, and teams. Combat Mission: Red Thunder emphasizes realism through detailed modeling of morale, experience, leadership, and battlefield conditions such as weather, lighting, and terrain, all of which influence visibility, spotting, and unit effectiveness. Players can experience a unique hybrid system that blends real-time and turn-based gameplay, allowing for careful planning as well as dynamic combat execution. The game also includes an extensive editor, enabling users to create custom maps, scenarios, and campaigns, while its Quick Battle mode provides flexible options for both scripted and randomized engagements. With support for single-player, multiplayer, and play-by-email modes, Red Thunder offers a deep and enduring tactical experience for fans of historical warfare and armored combat.