Summary
- Release Year: 2004
- Genres: Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Nival
Blitzkrieg: Burning Horizon (2004) Review
Blitzkrieg: Burning Horizon is the first official expansion pack for the critically acclaimed real-time strategy (RTS) game Blitzkrieg. Developed by Nival Interactive and published by CDV Software Entertainment, Burning Horizon was released for Microsoft Windows in 2004. The expansion pack adds a wealth of new content to the original game, including a new nation (Japan), new units, tanks, aircraft, squads, and artillery, and new single-player missions in Papua New Guinea, Burma, Singapore, and Northern Africa.
New Features
One of the most significant additions in Burning Horizon is the inclusion of Japan as a playable nation. This gives players the opportunity to experience the war from a different perspective and to use Japan’s unique units and tactics. Japan’s units are generally more specialized than those of the other nations, and they excel in jungle warfare and amphibious operations.
In addition to Japan, Burning Horizon also adds a number of new units to the game, including the M4 Sherman Firefly, the Panzer IV Ausf. H, the T-34/85, and the P-51 Mustang. These new units give players more options to choose from when building their armies, and they can be used to create a variety of different strategies.
Burning Horizon also adds a number of new single-player missions to the game. These missions are set in a variety of locations, including Papua New Guinea, Burma, Singapore, and Northern Africa. The missions are well-designed and challenging, and they offer a great way to experience the new content that Burning Horizon has to offer.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Burning Horizon is very similar to that of the original Blitzkrieg game. Players control their units from a top-down perspective, and they can use a variety of commands to move, attack, and defend. The game features a realistic physics engine that affects the movement and behavior of units, and it also includes a detailed line-of-sight system that affects how units can see and target each other.
One of the strengths of the Blitzkrieg series is its focus on realism. The game accurately recreates the weapons, vehicles, and tactics of World War II, and it offers a challenging and realistic experience for players. Burning Horizon builds on this foundation by adding even more realism to the game. For example, the expansion pack includes a new weather system that can affect the movement and combat effectiveness of units.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Burning Horizon are very good for a game that was released in 2004. The game uses a detailed 3D engine to create realistic environments and units. The game’s textures are also very good, and they help to create a sense of immersion for players.
The sound in Burning Horizon is also very good. The game features a variety of sound effects that help to create a realistic and immersive experience for players. The game’s music is also very good, and it helps to set the mood for the game.
Overall
Blitzkrieg: Burning Horizon is an excellent expansion pack that adds a wealth of new content to the original game. The expansion pack includes a new nation, new units, new missions, and new features. The gameplay is very good, and the graphics and sound are both very good. Overall, Burning Horizon is a must-play for fans of the Blitzkrieg series and RTS enthusiasts alike.
Score
8/10
Review Score
8/10
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