In World War 2 Wargame Battleplan, We Lead the Allied Forces
The game Battleplan features an 11-mission campaign that lets players experience key historical battles on the Western Front, culminating in the final advance into Germany.
Development and Gameplay Overview
Slitherine shared the opening mission of Battleplan during a Twitch stream, providing a detailed look at the game’s development and mechanics. Players manage armor, aircraft, and infantry in combined arms warfare, issuing real-time orders where planning and logistics are crucial for success.
Mission Preparation
Each mission begins with an intelligence briefing, introducing the map where players plan their strategy and organize units. Terrain types and supply line positions must be carefully considered to optimize movement and positioning.
Battlefield Adaptation
During combat, players must quickly adapt, seizing high ground, merging or splitting divisions, and calling in air support. Support options include:
- Reconnaissance to reveal hidden enemy positions
- Fighter-bombers to destroy enemy armor
- Carpet bombing to break fortifications
Day and night cycles affect visibility, forcing adjustments in tactics.
Campaign Progression and Features
The campaign spans multiple historical missions across locations such as Cherbourg and Caen, extending into Germany. Player progress carries over between missions:
- Divisions gain veterancy
- Officers unlock new abilities
- Losses must be replenished
Players use requisition points to recruit historical divisions and create custom formations.
"Planning and logistics are key aspects that ensure a mission’s success as we guide armor, aircraft, and infantry in combined arms warfare, issuing real-time orders."
"We seize high ground, merge or split divisions, and call in air support — reconnaissance to expose hidden positions, fighter-bombers to break armor, or carpet bombing to shatter fortifications."
Author's summary:
Battleplan offers an immersive World War 2 experience with strategic depth through historical missions, dynamic battlefield conditions, and progressive unit development.