Summary
- Release Year: 2002
- Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy
- Platforms: Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: GSC Game World
- Publishers: GSC World Publishing, Russobit-M
Cossacks: Back to War (2002)
Introduction
Cossacks: Back to War is a real-time strategy (RTS) game developed by GSC Game World and published by CDV Software Entertainment. It was released in 2002 as the second expansion pack for Cossacks: European Wars, but it can also be played as a standalone game. Cossacks: Back to War adds two new nations (Switzerland and Hungary) to the choices from Cossacks: European Wars and Cossacks: Art of War. It also includes new maps, a tutorial campaign, and a map editor. Additionally, it adds several units to various countries, new cannon types, and alters some parameters such as building time, upgrade and building costs.
Gameplay
Cossacks: Back to War is a traditional RTS game in which players control an army and build a base to produce units and resources. The game features a variety of unit types, including infantry, cavalry, artillery, and ships. Players can also construct a variety of buildings, including houses, barracks, stables, and factories.
The game’s economy is based on resources, which are collected from mines, farms, and other structures. Resources can be used to build units, buildings, and upgrades. Players must carefully manage their resources in order to succeed in the game.
Cossacks: Back to War features a variety of game modes, including single-player campaigns, multiplayer matches, and skirmishes. The single-player campaigns offer a variety of missions, each with its own unique objectives. The multiplayer matches allow players to compete against each other online or over a LAN. The skirmishes allow players to battle against AI opponents.
New Features
Cossacks: Back to War adds a number of new features to the Cossacks series, including:
- Two new nations: Switzerland and Hungary
- New maps
- A tutorial campaign
- A map editor
- Several new units
- New cannon types
- Altered parameters such as building time, upgrade and building costs
Critical Reception
Cossacks: Back to War received critical acclaim upon release. The game was praised for its detailed graphics, realistic physics, and challenging gameplay. It was also praised for its historical accuracy and attention to detail.
Legacy
Cossacks: Back to War is considered to be one of the best RTS games ever made. It is still played by a large community of fans today. The game has been praised for its realism, historical accuracy, and challenging gameplay. It is a must-play for any fan of RTS games.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
- Processor: Pentium II 400 MHz
- Memory: 128 MB RAM
- Graphics: 16 MB DirectX 8.0 compatible video card
- DirectX: Version 8.0
- Hard Drive: 500 MB available space
- Sound: DirectX 8.0 compatible sound card
Additional Information
- The game’s official website is: https://www.cossacks.com/
- The game is available for purchase on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/8930/Cossacks_Back_to_War/
- The game’s community website is: https://www.cossackscommunity.com/
Conclusion
Cossacks: Back to War is a classic RTS game that is still enjoyed by many today. It is a challenging and rewarding game that offers a unique blend of historical accuracy and realistic gameplay. If you are a fan of RTS games, then you owe it to yourself to check out Cossacks: Back to War.
Review Score
9.5/10
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