New terrains are also provided: a desert terrain for the British missions in Tobruk and Tripoli and snow terrains for Soviet missions. Sudden Strike Forever is an official add-on to Sudden Strike which introduces many more historically correct units and equipment, such as the upgraded Soviet T-34 tank (1944 version). The same scenario is also playable from the German perspective.
O comeback after receiving much-needed reinforcements. Damage evaluation is also realistic tanks or other vehicles that take too much damage are rendered immobile unless repairs are made.įor most of the missions, although a complete briefing is given, historical context is not provided the player is only given specific instructions and objectives to accomplish. Units can also hold their fire, providing much-needed reconnaissance. The game allows units to garrison a building for a stronger firing position, especially valuable for anti-tank infantry. Sudden Strike utilizes accurate in-game physics with houses and buildings obstructing units' view, line-of-sight and firing range whereas clumps of trees can provide cover to reduce the damage of tank ordnance.
Sudden Strike helped pioneer the real-time tactics genre, building upon concepts established by Counter Action for DOS, which was published by Mindscape/SSI in 1996. The battles are presented in an isometric perspective with line-of-sight occlusions and practical cover. The original Sudden Strike, released in 2000, included three campaigns ( Soviets, Germans, and Allied forces).