The WhatsNext verdict
Battle Academy 2 is an excellent gateway into serious turn-based wargaming, with tactical battles that reward thought without burying you in simulation overhead. Play it for the sharp small-unit decisions and exceptionally replayable skirmish generator, not for visual polish or operational realism.
What it does best
Small-unit battles where every move matters
A skirmish generator that keeps the battlefield fresh
Accessible wargaming with serious tactical depth
What might put you off
Plain and dated presentation
Too light for hardcore wargamers
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What you are walking into
Sequel to its successful predecessor, Battle Academy 2 moves the action east – to the bloodied plains of Mother Russia. When a gritty new look, great new features, and random mission generation meet battle-proven gameplay you can be sure of a strategy classic! Experience the brutal campaign from both sides as you play across 4 campaigns – as partisan, Tiger, T-34 and dozens of other accurately modeled units. See how the harsh weather of the steppes changed the course of the war. And after following the fortunes of the two sides you can then experience limitless battles with the brand new random skirmish feature. Customise your mission with the myriad settings before entering a unique and surprising battle every time. Add in the best-in-class Slitherine PBEM++ multiplayer system, redesigned editor, custom scripting, and Cooperative multiplayer to create a new strategy masterpiece.
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