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Games Like Tactical Control

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Tactical Control: the 7-minute wargame. Simplified strategy with minimalist graphics and quick, intense games. Play short matches against random opponents. Fight tense battles of stealth, anticipation and surprise. Win with strategy, deception and cleverness, not with reflexes and clicking speed.

Reviews: Very Positive — 83% — of 71 reviews
Released: 2019-03-21
Developer: Hellride Games
Genres: Casual, Free To Play, Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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