Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific

Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific feels like a half-hearted attempt at continuing the series, offering only a single grand campaign based around Pearl Harbor. The small campaigns, while numerous, fail to impress and feel more like filler than meaningful content. The game engine, while well-suited for larger-scale strategy, does not adapt well, for example, to the Solomons campaign, which requires a more operational approach that the engine struggles to support. This mismatch makes for a less-than-satisfying gameplay experience, particularly for those who expect a more coherent and engaging depiction of the Pacific theatre. The artwork is another letdown, especially the main screen, which lacks the polish and detail one would hope for in a modern strategy game. This, combined with the awkward mechanics, suggests a lack of attention to detail and creativity. It is clear that the developers have opted for the path of least resistance, producing a game that feels unfinished and lacking in the imaginative spark that could have made it truly stand out. While it’s possible to create a playable “win the war in one evening” style hex-based strategy game with this engine, the developers seem unwilling to take that extra step. Instead, they appear content to exploit the fanbase, offering a product that falls short of expectations and fails to capture the spirit of the earlier, more successful titles in the series.

Всё отлично, кроме Халхин-Гола. Хотелось бы кампании по Корейской войне и стартов гранд-кампании после 1941 года. Было бы интересно поиграть с 1942 года, с пика достижений Японии. Или в 1944 попробовать за них отбиться.