One of the best turn-based games of all time has a new home

Battlefront, writer of the almost quarter-century-old Fight Mission sequence of turn-based wargames, has been acquired by Slitherine, writer of titles akin to Starship Troopers: Terran Command and Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector. The announcement, made Tuesday in a information launch, helps pave the way in which to a extra secure future for the franchise with roots in tabletop gaming.

Formally launched as Fight Mission: Past Overlord in 2000, the distinctive creation of Stephen Grammont and Charles Moylan was immediately impressed by Avalon Hill’s 1977 tabletop basic, Squad Chief. It permits gamers to take management of company- and battalion-sized formations (roughly 100-1,000 troopers) in a novel “WEGO” type of turn-based gameplay. Each side of the battle concern orders, which then play out in real-time like a warfare film.

The Fight Mission sequence has expanded past its roots in World Battle II, particularly during the last decade. Titles now accessible on Steam embody Fight Mission: Shock Pressure 2, which pits hypothetical models from Syria and NATO international locations towards each other; and Fight Mission: Chilly Battle, described as a “‘what if’ sandbox to experiment any conflict between NATO and Warsaw Pact forces.”

“We’re excited to affix forces with Slitherine,” stated sequence co-creator and Battlefrount co-founder Grammont. “Their imaginative and prescient for the way forward for wargaming aligns completely with ours, and we’re assured that collectively we are able to obtain nice issues. We sit up for bringing new and thrilling content material to our devoted fanbase.”

The announcement additionally said that new choices are at present within the works.

“This partnership is poised to ship new and thrilling experiences for followers of the style, whereas increasing the attain and affect of Fight Mission,” Slitherine stated. “Collectively, Slitherine and Battlefront are devoted to rising the wargaming market in a significant and sustainable approach, making certain that this beloved style continues to thrive for years to return.”