War in Spain: 1936 - 1939 | First Look & Gameplay Overview
Posted: Tue Jan 27, 2026 2:53 am
https://youtu.be/yteuxefnIic
The Spanish Civil War comes to life in War in Spain: 1936–1939, the newest historical wargame from Matrix Games.
In this overview video, I take a first look at the setting, walk through the available scenarios, and break down the core mechanics that drive this unique operational-level game. From command and control to political influence and logistics, this title brings some fresh ideas to a classic and complex conflict.
If you enjoy deep historical wargames and want to see what makes War in Spain stand out from other Matrix and Grigsby-style titles, this video will give you a solid foundation before jumping in yourself.
Topics covered in this video:
Overview of the Spanish Civil War setting
Scenario structure and scale
Core gameplay mechanics
What makes this game different from other Matrix wargames
The Spanish Civil War comes to life in War in Spain: 1936–1939, the newest historical wargame from Matrix Games.
In this overview video, I take a first look at the setting, walk through the available scenarios, and break down the core mechanics that drive this unique operational-level game. From command and control to political influence and logistics, this title brings some fresh ideas to a classic and complex conflict.
If you enjoy deep historical wargames and want to see what makes War in Spain stand out from other Matrix and Grigsby-style titles, this video will give you a solid foundation before jumping in yourself.
Topics covered in this video:
Overview of the Spanish Civil War setting
Scenario structure and scale
Core gameplay mechanics
What makes this game different from other Matrix wargames