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Offensive

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This WWII strategy game challenges you to command 15 unit types across 20 scenarios, using an isometric engine with three zoom levels.


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Platform
MS-DOS
Released
1996
Visual
Isometric
Size
26.08 MB
Version
OFF.EXE
Rating
0 votes

About Offensive

Offensive is a DOS title that combines real time strategy with wargaming elements, set during World War II. The player assumes command for either the Axis or Allied forces across twenty distinct scenarios.

These missions span major events from the initial Normandy landings through to the final objective of securing Berlin. A variety of military units, fifteen in total, are available for command. This assortment encompasses infantry, artillery pieces, armored vehicles, tanks, and transport trucks.

The game's visual presentation utilizes an isometric perspective. This engine supports three separate zoom levels, allowing the battlefield to be examined from multiple angles and distances.

Offensive Screenshots

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Main menu
The game installs in one of three languages
When the player starts a game they can play as either side
The game comprises a number of levels each of which has its own password. This is the code for the first level so it is not a spoiler
The first level is Operation Overlord: Pegasus Bridge, the following screenshots are played as the German forces
Operation Overlord: Pegasus Bridge: the area map
Operation Overlord: Pegasus Bridge<br>The Allied forces have parachuted in and have landed outside the town. Th
Operation Overlord: Pegasus Bridge<br>In the town the defenders have no idea that they will shortly be under attack. The crossed swords means that there's of-screen fighting in that direction
Selecting a defending unit and giving it instructions
Operation Overlord: Pegasus Bridge<br>The Allied paratroops are in the town and there's fighting all over the place