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.

Designer has no concept of how supply actually works. Not every little podunk town can supply the bulk of an army, especially if surrounded and if captured from enemy. Nor can it generate replacements for units in or nearby. Even cardboard games got this right. Pushing no game end button has no effect. Game is fun to play but supply flaws make it a joke.