Yet Another Newb Question...

[roguewarrior155]

Thanks MrsWargamer...how right you are when you say, "but that doesn't mean you get to win!" at chess...how right you are!
Thanks for the thumbs-up on Battle Academy and Panzer Corps!!

C.

[Kuokkanen]

ORIGINAL: roguewarrior155

I also like your 'Panzer Corp' and 'Order of Battle' recs, they look like a lot of fun and should add nicely to my knowledge base. After I read your post I found 'Order of Battle' (somewhere) for free,

Here and on Steam

[roguewarrior155]

Thank you Matti! That was very kind of you and I do appreciate it...in fact I've just finished the download, can't wait to check it out...thanks again!

[Kuokkanen]

ORIGINAL: roguewarrior155

Thank you Matti! That was very kind of you and I do appreciate it...in fact I've just finished the download, can't wait to check it out...thanks again!

Don't forget Steel Panthers: World at War. It is worth of a try at least. Then you can decide whether or not to read the manual and play some more.

Yet another cost-free beginner-level war game to recommend is Battle for Wesnoth. This one is fantasy, and it has been translated to some 50 languages. Enjoy.

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Demo version of The Operational Art of War, Volume 1 (Wikipedia calls it The Operational Art of War I: 1939-1955). It is way back from 1998, but it should give you some idea about the newest game available from Matrix. One review of the game says the free demo version alone is worth of a full priced game. Maybe slightly exaggerated [8|]

[roguewarrior155]

I will definitely check out 'Steel Panthers:WaW', I looked over the link you supplied and I read-up on the game, and I am excited about jumping in! I'm always fascinated with tank warfare. And I really appreciate the link to TOAW v.1, this game was mentioned in my thread and I look forward to checking out a version that is HOPEFULLY equal to my current 'speed'!
Thanks again, Matti!

[Chickenboy]

If you're a total newcomer, I'd strongly recommend War in the East, War in the West or-especially-War in the Pacific, Admiral's Edition.





OK. Just kidding. These are for seasoned veterans only. Very steep learning curves/cliffs and all-consuming. They'll wait for you after you get your chops on more manageable games. In the meantime, welcome aboard. [8D]

[roguewarrior155]

DUDE...that was HILARIOUS!! It's a good thing i read your entire post - I almost bounced over to Steam n ordered 'War in the Pacific'...but I've been so busy sharpening my 'war gaming' skills with this shiny new deck of playing cards - brother, playing 'War' all day sure can wear a fella out!!

Ok, my attempt at humor is no match for yours, but thanks for the laugh and especially the 'welcome aboard', I do appreciate it!

C.