WARNO – Warning Order is an immersive and detailed real-time strategy (RTS) game set in an alternate Cold War-era timeline, where the geopolitical tensions of 1989 have escalated into full-blown conflict. As the spiritual successor to the acclaimed Wargame series, WARNO offers an in-depth and realistic simulation of World War III battles.
Game Overview
Setting and Premise:
- Historical Context: Set in the summer of 1989, two years after a coup overthrew Gorbachev, the game portrays a heated Cold War conflict erupting into open war in a divided Germany.
- Factions: Players can command forces from NATO or the Warsaw Pact, with detailed and historically accurate military units from six nations: the U.S., West Germany, the United Kingdom, France, the Soviet Union, and East Germany.
Key Features
- Command Your Battlegroup:
- Diverse Units: Over 600 different military units are available, including tanks, infantry, helicopters, aircraft, and more. Notable examples include the M1A1 Abrams, Leopard tanks, and the Mil Mi-24 Hind helicopter gunship.
- Customizable Battlegroups: Use the enhanced battlegroup building system to assemble and tailor your forces, choosing from a variety of units and military formations.
- Strategic Depth:
- Turn-Based Campaigns: Engage in four massive Army General campaigns focused on NATO’s CENTAG and Warsaw Pact’s Central Group of Forces in 1989. Command units at a detailed level, from platoons to entire divisions.
- Scripted Operations: Undertake tactical missions with captivating narratives that reflect the intensity of the conflict.
- Dynamic Battlefield:
- Realistic Environments: Experience highly detailed and evolving battlefields with varied terrains such as forests, rivers, and industrial zones. The latest engine technology enhances the visual fidelity and destructibility of the environment.
- Tactical Options: Utilize a wide array of tactical tools and strategies to outmaneuver your opponents. Dynamic frontlines and tactical depth require careful planning and execution.
- Combat Modes:
- Varied Gameplay: Engage in solo, cooperative, or multiplayer modes, including Skirmish missions, 1v1, 2v2, 4v4 team matches, and large-scale 10v10 battles.
- Enhanced AI and Quality-of-Life Features: Play against an advanced AI or challenge other players. Features like Smart Orders and improved command mechanics cater to both new and veteran players.
- Ongoing Development:
- Early Access: WARNO is available on Steam Early Access, with plans for continuous updates including new content, features, mechanics, and scenarios.
WARNO offers a deep and engaging RTS experience, blending historical authenticity with advanced tactical gameplay. Whether you’re leading a battlegroup in single-player campaigns or competing in multiplayer battles, WARNO promises a comprehensive and thrilling strategic challenge.
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