Games Like Company of Heroes 2 - The Western Front Armies

Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. Please visit the "Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition" page for additional user reviews.

Why similar: World War II 42.3% ★, Strategy 19%, RTS 18.6%, War 6.3%, Military 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: The original classic that established the squad-based tactical RTS formula with its innovative cover system.

Company of Heroes 3 combines heart-pounding combat with deeper strategic choices in a stunning Mediterranean theatre of war. In Company of Heroes 3, every battle tells a story...what's yours?

Why similar: World War II 32.8% ★, Strategy 19.3%, RTS 18.2%, Military 6.7%, Historical 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: The modern successor to the series, offering refined tactical mechanics and a new dynamic campaign map.

Steel Division 2 is a historically-accurate WW2 real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front. Features 1:1-scale turn-based army management and real-time tactical battles with thousands of men at your order.

Why similar: World War II 33.2% ★, Strategy 17.8%, RTS 16.7%, Military 8.4%, War 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides large-scale, historically accurate WWII tactical battles with a focus on unit composition and front-line management.

Call to Arms - Gates of Hell is a realistic RTS/ RTT game that offers endless replay value. Command all types of troops in historical singleplayer, dynamic campaign, PvP and PvE battles. Are you ready for some serious immersion in World War 2?

Why similar: World War II 38.2% ★, RTS 15.5%, Strategy 14.4%, Historical 9.5%, War 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep and realistic tactical experience that mirrors the squad-level intensity of Company of Heroes.

Steel Division: Normandy is a tactical real-time strategy (RTS) game that pits players against AI enemies in a single-player campaign -- or against several opponents in massive 10-on-10 multiplayer battles.

Why similar: World War II 42.3% ★, RTS 17.8%, Strategy 16.6%, Military 7.3%, War 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS that excels at simulating the chaos of WWII combat with a focus on realistic unit ranges and line-of-sight.

Men of War: Assault Squad 2 expands the real-time tactics series with new skirmish missions, massive multiplayer battles, enhanced visuals, improved AI, and full Direct Control. Command five factions across 65 maps, 250 vehicles, and 200 soldiers in one of the most detailed WWII RTS experiences.

Why similar: World War II 35.1% ★, Strategy 22.4%, RTS 13.9%, War 7.9%, Military 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fan-favorite tactical RTS that allows for granular control over individual units and vehicles in intense WWII scenarios.

This latest multiplayer standalone entry in the COH2 series features this iconic Allied army. Experience a unique tech-tree that challenges the player to balance the constant trade-off between mobility and defense. Surprise opponents with your development choices and an open end game configuration.

Why similar: World War II 37.9% ★, Strategy 26.4%, RTS 15.3%, Military 7.6%, War 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A standalone expansion that introduces a unique faction with distinct defensive playstyles and tactical capabilities.

Experience warfare like never before! Men of War II, the anticipated sequel to the highly acclaimed RTS franchise is here with all-new units, locations, campaigns, game modes and true trademarks of the series: historical fidelity and action-filled gameplay on the Eastern and Western Fronts of WWII.

Why similar: World War II 35.6% ★, RTS 16.9%, Strategy 14.3%, Historical 8.5%, Military 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the series, featuring updated graphics and expanded tactical options for both singleplayer and multiplayer.

Ardennes Assault offers a compelling standalone single-player campaign starring the American Armed Forces. Engage in a dynamic non-linear campaign and bear the consequences of your actions as overall company health persists between missions. USF multiplayer army not included.

Why similar: World War II 41.1% ★, Strategy 26.5%, RTS 15.1%, War 6.1%, Multiplayer 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on a high-stakes, non-linear singleplayer campaign that emphasizes strategic map movement and tactical combat.

The next chapter in the #1 rated RTS franchise thrusts players into a hellish war torn landscape to command two battle-hardened armies in relentless campaigns for honor and country. Players lead the tenacious British 2nd Army during the heroic World War II liberation of Caen, France, and command the German Panzer Elite as they struggle...

Why similar: World War II 33% ★, Strategy 29.7%, RTS 20.3%, Military 4.7%, War 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic expansion that introduced two iconic factions and refined the tactical depth of the original game.

Company of Heroes®: Tales of Valor™ is the expansion to the Game of the Year winner and highest rated real time strategy franchise Company of Heroes®. Featuring new campaigns to overcome, units to command, and battlefields to conquer, Company of Heroes®: Tales of Valor™ delivers evolved gameplay mechanics and 3 episodic adventures...

Why similar: World War II 37.9% ★, Strategy 25.9%, RTS 18.5%, Military 6.5%, Multiplayer 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: Adds unique direct-fire control modes and new units that enhance the tactical variety of the classic experience.

Graviteam Tactics: Mius-Front - tactical battalion level combat simulation. Action takes place in the summer of 1943 at Mius river and Saur-Mogila tumulus area of over 140 sq. km. Four large-scale operations for the Red Army and Wehrmacht.

Why similar: World War II 46.5% ★, Strategy 23.8%, RTS 11.1%, Military 5.8%, War 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore tactical simulation that offers unparalleled realism for players who want to dive deep into WWII military operations.

Sudden Strike is back! The beloved Real Time Strategy series returns, this time with bigger battlefields, more units, better graphics, new scenarios and legendary commanders – making Sudden Strike 4 more tactical and realistic than ever before!

Why similar: World War II 33.7% ★, Strategy 22.4%, RTS 16.9%, War 7.3%, Tactical 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS that removes base building in favor of focusing purely on unit management and battlefield positioning.

Blitzkrieg 3 is a WW2 RTS made for true admirers of strategic mastery! Challenge your tactical skills in historical campaigns and defeat powerful Neural Network AI in competitive matches.

Why similar: World War II 34.3% ★, Strategy 15%, RTS 15%, Military 8.4%, War 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the tactical aspects of WWII warfare with a strong emphasis on unit variety and strategic maneuvering.

Men of War is a stunning Real-Time Strategy game that takes place during the height of World War II. Intense battles span Europe and North Africa as gamers play as Soviet, Allied or German forces across 19 massive single-player missions.

Why similar: World War II 36.2% ★, Strategy 26.2%, RTS 13.8%, Military 5.6%, Tactical 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: The foundation of the series, known for its complex physics and the ability to take direct control of any unit on the field.

Combat Mission Battle for Normandy faithfully recreates the experience of tactical land warfare in Western France during World War Two.

Why similar: World War II 54% ★, Strategy 39.5%, Multiplayer 5.7%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, turn-based-tactical hybrid that provides the most authentic simulation of WWII infantry and armor combat available.

Close Combat: The Bloody First is the latest release in the critically-acclaimed Close Combat series, and the first using the new 3D Archon engine. With this Close Combat: The Bloody First combines classic Close Combat tactical gameplay with battles fought across a wide variety of diverse 3D landscapes including craggy ridgelines, narrow...

Why similar: World War II 34.5% ★, Strategy 21.1%, Military 10.9%, War 9.7%, Historical 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical series entry that emphasizes squad-level combat, morale, and the brutal reality of WWII infantry engagements.

The first installment in the real-time tactics series that would become known as Men of War, now refreshed and enhanced! Take command of American, British, Soviet, or German forces and fight on the battlefields of World War II in 32 single-player missions or with others in PvP and co-op sessions.

Why similar: World War II 36.2% ★, RTS 17%, Strategy 15.3%, Historical 9.4%, War 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A precursor to the Men of War series that focuses on small-squad tactical missions behind enemy lines.

Broken Arrow is a large-scale real-time modern warfare tactics game that combines the complexity of joint-forces wargaming with action-packed real-time tactics gameplay.

Why similar: Strategy 33.2%, RTS 28.7%, War 12.3%, Tactical 10.2%, Military 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical RTS that captures the scale and unit-depth found in the Company of Heroes and Wargame series.

At the height of World War 2, take command of German, Russian, British, American and Imperial Japanese armies on battelfields across the globe. Sudden Strike 2 expands on all aspects of the classic RTS game with new units, maps and epic campaigns.

Why similar: World War II 43.6% ★, Strategy 34.7%, RTS 21.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that emphasizes the importance of supply lines and tactical unit placement in large-scale engagements.

The new reference in RTS at its best! The Wargame series returns to duty, larger, richer and more spectacular than ever before. In Wargame Red Dragon, you are engaged in a large-scale conflict where Western forces clash against the Communist bloc.

Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, RTS 30.2%, Military 14.2%, Tactical 7.3%, War 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: While set in the Cold War, it shares the same tactical DNA and engine philosophy as the Steel Division series.

Realistic, immersive, breathtaking. WARNO is the ultimate World War III battle simulator from the masters of strategy, Eugen Systems. A Cold War turns decisively hot as you command hundreds of units on a beautiful and brutal battlefield. Outsmart, outfight, and lead your forces to total victory.

Why similar: RTS 25.4%, Strategy 20.6%, Military 15.8%, War 12.2%, Historical 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of Steel Division, this game offers deep tactical combat with a focus on combined arms warfare.

Faces of War puts you in the heart of World War II – not as a distant commander, but as the leader on the ground. Combining the tactical depth of real-time strategy with the immediacy of direct control, it lets you issue precise orders or jump straight into battle as one of your soldiers.

Why similar: World War II 46.8% ★, Strategy 26.7%, RTS 14.4%, War 6.7%, Multiplayer 4%

Why You'll Like It: A squad-based tactical game that emphasizes physics-based combat and destructible environments.

Command a special task force composed of different kinds of units, including tanks, APCs, field guns, mortars, various infantry regiments and will also have an opportunity to call for artillery and air support.

Why similar: World War II 48.3% ★, Strategy 30.6%, RTS 13.5%, War 4.8%, Multiplayer 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A realistic tactical RTS that focuses on the complexities of WWII armor and infantry coordination.

Return to the bloody battlefields of World War II in this epic sequel. Blitzkrieg 2 returns you to the gritty realism of WWII battles while pushing your focus into new, strategic opportunities during global war!

Why similar: World War II 41.7% ★, Strategy 19.8%, RTS 16.1%, War 5.9%, Military 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic WWII RTS that focuses on the strategic use of combined arms and historical accuracy.

October 22, 2009 - Update has released free Downloadable Content for Order of War. The DLC will download automatically the next time you launch the game. This DLC contains all the formerly exclusive pre-order items which include: Heavy Bomber Squadrons - Addition of German Arado and Allied B-24 Marauder heavy bomber units to air support...

Why similar: World War II 41% ★, Strategy 36.2%, RTS 17%, War 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features massive-scale battles that capture the cinematic intensity of WWII combat on a grander scale.

Cossacks 3 is the return of RTS classics. Obtain resources, build cities and research technologies while taking command of great armies, crushing enemies in grand historical warfares on land and sea!

Why similar: Strategy 33.6%, RTS 28.1%, War 13.9%, Historical 13.3%, Multiplayer 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: While set in a different era, it offers the same large-scale RTS management and tactical unit formation gameplay.

WORLD WAR II: PANZER CLAWS [aka Frontline Attack: War over Europe] pushes back the boundaries of real-time strategy gaming!Take control of the Allied, German, or the Russian in the harsh reality of the battlefields of World War II.

Why similar: Strategy 80.4%, World War II 13.9% ★, RTS 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS that focuses on the armored warfare aspect of the Eastern Front.

Experience the hit World War 2 real-time strategy game for the first time in full 3D glory, expanding on all strategic and tactical options. Command joint operations of naval, land-based and airborne units on the largest maps in the series.

Why similar: World War II 42.7% ★, Strategy 40.1%, RTS 17.2%

Why You'll Like It: Introduces 3D environments to the classic tactical series, focusing on large-scale map control.

Unite and fight your way to victory! Divided we Fall is a strategic close-combat multiplayer game that emphasizes the importance of building an effective cohesive squad and executing well thought-out tactics on the battlefield.

Why similar: World War II 43.1% ★, Strategy 22.3%, RTS 21.1%, War 6.8%, Multiplayer 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique tactical game that emphasizes squad-based coordination and small-unit tactics in a WWII setting.

Experience the ultimate WWII RTS platform with COH2 and its standalone expansions. This package includes the base game, which you can then upgrade by purchasing The Western Front Armies, Ardennes Assault and/or The British Forces. More info in the "About This Game" section below.

Why similar: Strategy 49.5%, World War II 25.6% ★, RTS 11.3%, Tactical 2.8%, War 2.8%

This individual army for COH2 allows you to access all existing COH2 maps in auto-match, and play against all other existing factions in multiplayer. It can also be obtained at a discount by acquiring The Western Front Armies multiplayer standalone, where it is bundled with the OKW army.

Why similar: World War II 41.8% ★, Strategy 35.4%, RTS 17%, Multiplayer 5.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. This legacy version also grants access to the latest version of COH, just called "Company of Heroes".

Why similar: World War II 38.6% ★, Strategy 19.1%, RTS 18.3%, Military 6.2%, Tactical 4.9%

This individual army for COH2 allows you to access all existing COH2 maps in auto-match, and play against all other existing factions in multiplayer. It can also be obtained at a discount by acquiring The Western Front Armies multiplayer standalone, where it is bundled with the USF army.

Why similar: Strategy 46.8%, World War II 38.3% ★, RTS 10.1%, Multiplayer 4.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Men of War: Assault Squad delivers a deeply tactical WWII experience, blending large-scale strategy with intense, hands-on combat. Fight across multiple fronts – from European countryside to Pacific jungles and command every unit and every bullet on the battlefield.

Why similar: World War II 34.6% ★, Strategy 23.3%, RTS 12.1%, War 7.3%, Military 6.6%

Cossacks II: Battle for Europe is a standalone add-on for "Cossacks II: Napoleonic Wars" presenting new nations with the possibility to wage multiplayer battles.

Why similar: Strategy 63.1%, RTS 23.9%, Historical 13%

Hidden & Dangerous 2 is a first and third person tactical shooter that builds upon the tremendous success of Hidden & Dangerous. You lead a small squad of Allied soldiers deep behind enemy lines, to carry out secret missions during World War II.

Why similar: World War II 45.2% ★, Strategy 24.1%, Tactical 12.3%, War 11.5%, Multiplayer 3.3%

Set in World War 2, Sudden Strike offers revolutionary real-time-strategy gameplay. Command Russian, German, French, American and British armies in large scale battles including urban warfare, beach landings and aerial invasions. Whichever tactics you choose, you will find it in Sudden Strike!

Why similar: Strategy 43.5%, World War II 34.6% ★, RTS 22%

Also contains all multi-player content from Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad

Why similar: World War II 54.3% ★, Tactical 7.9%, Multiplayer 7.3%, War 6.8%, Historical 5.9%

Combat Mission Final Blitzkrieg (CMFB) follows the Western Allies through the battles along Germany's border and into the heart of the Reich itself.

Why similar: World War II 23.9% ★, RTS 21.2%, Strategy 20.1%, Historical 9.2%, Military 8.9%

Command a Soviet penal battalion in this standalone real-time tactics game from the Men of War series. Based on true events, Condemned Heroes delivers brutal, story-driven missions across the Eastern Front – where every order, bullet, and life matters.

Why similar: World War II 46% ★, Strategy 33.2%, RTS 13.8%, War 4.5%, Action 2.4%

Join the ever expanding experience of Hell Let Loose - a hardcore World War Two first person shooter with epic battles of 100 players with infantry, tanks, artillery, a dynamically shifting front line and a unique resource based RTS-inspired meta-game.

Why similar: World War II 44.3% ★, War 10.6%, Military 9.9%, Strategy 9.5%, Multiplayer 7.3%

Contains full Rising Storm content as well!

Why similar: World War II 57.4% ★, Historical 8.9%, War 8.5%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Tactical 6.6%

A tactical scale strategy game that invites the players to take command of the Allied or German forces in an epic struggle for the control of Western Europe during World War Two.

Why similar: World War II 38.4% ★, Strategy 27.4%, Military 9.8%, Historical 9.5%, War 8.9%

Combat Mission Fortress Italy brings wargamers to the "soft underbelly of Europe", a place that was anything but.

Why similar: World War II 29.2% ★, Strategy 25.3%, RTS 15.4%, Historical 6.5%, Multiplayer 6.4%

Command a platoon of Sherman tanks over the most famous theaters of WWII. Take the commander’s seat and give specific orders to your crew, or open the tactical map to coordinate your actions with accompanying units.

Why similar: World War II 35.6% ★, RTS 15.6%, Strategy 10.8%, Military 9.6%, Historical 9.5%

The Great War: Western Front is the definitive WW1 strategy game. Play a deciding role in history with this real-time tactical experience as you take charge in the iconic Western Front from 1914 to 1919. Pick your faction and lead your forces to victory.

Why similar: Strategy 32.6%, RTS 25.6%, Historical 11.6%, Military 9.9%, War 7.7%

Fight in the theatre of war that changed the world forever. Battle alongside your compatriots on some of the most inhospitable environments of the Eastern Front in Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45. Red Orchestra places you in the most realistic WWII first-person multi-player combat to date on the PC, allowing the player to fight through...

Why similar: World War II 61.4% ★, War 7.2%, Military 7%, Multiplayer 5.8%, Tactical 5.7%

Men of War: Vietnam brings the acclaimed real-time tactics series into a new theater of war – the jungles of Southeast Asia, 1968. Experience the chaos of the Vietnam War through two story-driven campaigns that reveal both sides of the conflict.

Why similar: Strategy 41%, RTS 18.8%, War 10.7%, Tactical 8.9%, Historical 8.4%

Team up and join the frontline in Squad 44, the most authentic tactical WW2 shooter. Experience ruthless realism with an immense arsenal of faithfully recreated weapons and vehicles across massive WW2 battlefields.

Why similar: World War II 48.5% ★, Strategy 12%, Military 11.1%, War 8.1%, Multiplayer 6.1%

Tactical Multiplayer FPS shooter with a story based on the events of the World War II. Strategic battles with a variety of vehicles, including artillery. Multiple game modes. Ranks, titles, awards, career.

Why similar: World War II 47.5% ★, Strategy 16.6%, Military 9.4%, War 8.3%, Tactical 7.4%

Commandos 2: Men of Courage is a tactical action/strategy game set against the backdrop of World War II. Take control of an elite group of commandos who must venture deep into enemy territory and utilize their combined expertise to complete a series of mission-based objectives.

Why similar: World War II 38.9% ★, Strategy 31.7%, Tactical 11%, RTS 8.9%, Military 4.1%

Experience massive battles with infantry, tanks, artillery, and aircraft on large destructible open-world maps. Equip yourself, coordinate with your squad, and fight through World War II in singleplayer, co-op, or multiplayer!

Why similar: World War II 52.7% ★, Strategy 16.1%, War 11.1%, Historical 8%, Multiplayer 7.2%

Take command of the German army through some of the most famous battles of the war, leading the mighty Wehrmacht on towards Moscow. The variety of maps and battle situations is what makes Frontline so different and engaging: players are confronted with blitzkriegs, trench wars and dog fights, but also unusual situation such as missions...

Why similar: Strategy 56.7%, World War II 43.3% ★

Fight alongside your troops in the sweltering desert heat of the Sahara or in the blustery heights of the Italian Alps. Wield your strategic prowess to gain the upper hand by the light of day and exploit the dark shroud of night to launch surprise attacks. Tanks, planes, troops, weapons - the resources are at your command.

Why similar: World War II 42% ★, Strategy 29.7%, RTS 10.5%, War 9.9%, Multiplayer 6.9%

Close Combat is a pausable real-time wargame series, heavily focused on historical accuracy and realistic soldier psychological profiles. In Close Combat: The Longest Day take command of either the Allied Expeditionary Force or Germany’s Wehrmacht.

Why similar: Strategy 52.4%, World War II 27.5% ★, RTS 13.1%, Military 7%

In Close Combat: Cross of Iron you start off as a junior officer leading your men into battle in real-time, focusing on the Eastern Front of World War II. Earn promotions as you deal with an unforgiving enemy. Fight and survive through the frozen winter, hot dusty summer and muddy autumn.

Why similar: World War II 34.9% ★, Strategy 28.1%, RTS 19.4%, Military 8.1%, Tactical 6.3%

Experience close-quarters battles in iconic WWII settings. Defend the line, storm the beach, torch the enemy, or use a radio to call in fire support. Day of Infamy is a teamwork-oriented shooter that will keep you on your toes and coming back for more with its diverse game modes and authentic arsenal.

Why similar: World War II 55.4% ★, War 9.6%, Military 8.3%, Strategy 7.2%, Multiplayer 6%

Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower!

Why similar: World War II 36.8% ★, Strategy 20.3%, RTS 9.2%, War 9.1%, Military 8.3%