Slitherine has officially unveiled Steel Platoon, a new real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front during World War II, during the latest edition of Dominion Days, held on 7–8 November at Games Ground in Berlin.
Steel Platoon Announcement Trailer
Developed using the latest version of the proven engine behind Terminator: Dark Fate – Defiance, Steel Platoon offers a fresh take on WWII strategy, combining realistic combined-arms warfare with RPG-inspired progression mechanics in a challenging single-player campaign. Players take command of a Red Army lieutenant and his forces, controlling infantry, tanks, artillery and support units in real-time battles. The gameplay focuses on positioning, cover, terrain, maneuver and choosing the right units and tactics for each situation. The aim is to deliver realistic and tactically demanding combat while remaining more accessible than a hardcore military simulation.
In Steel Platoon, RPG elements revolve primarily around persistent unit progression rather than traditional character-driven role-playing mechanics. Infantry squads and vehicle crews can survive and carry over between missions, gaining experience and improving their capabilities over time. This progression can unlock additional abilities and customization options, allowing experienced squads to become significantly more capable and distinct from newly recruited units.
Steel Platoon has a unique take on WWII RTS, as it is built around the idea of consequence-driven warfare. It combines the immediate battlefield decision-making of a real-time tactics game with persistent progression more commonly associated with RPG and campaign-management systems. Realistic combat makes positioning, cover, terrain, armor penetration and vehicle components important, while persistent squads and crews ensure that the consequences of those battles extend beyond a single mission.
Beta registrations are now open. Sign up for a chance to experience the game ahead of release and help the development team with your feedback.
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