Sudden Strike 5 launches April 23

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Kalypso Media and KITE Games have announced that the strategy game Sudden Strike 5 will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC (via Steam and the Epic Games Store) starting April 23rd.

The game will be available in the following editions:

  • Standard Edition ($49.99 / £44.99 / €49.99)
    • A copy of the game
  • Deluxe Edition ($59.99 /£54.99 / €59.99)
    • A copy of the game
    • Two exclusive versions of player-versus-player maps “Mercato Square (Night)” and “Belarus Fields (Winter)”
    • Six exclusive skin packs containing over 80 unique camouflage skins for vehicles
    • The original soundtrack
    • PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series: 72 hours of advanced access
    • PC via Kalypso Store: Exclusive price of $49.99 / £44.99 / €49.99

Here is an overview of the game, via Kalypso Media:

About

Diary of Corporal Wilson, March 7th, 1945.

Somewhere near Remagen, Germany.

We unexpectedly captured the Remagen bridge, achieving a major breakthrough. Our quick advance was key. It was a cold day, thankfully without snow, but you could still see our breath in the air. Despite the chill, we moved fast, using our Sherman tanks to outflank their anti-tank guns, secured the east side of the bridge with artillery fire, and advanced before they could respond.

Honestly, it was rigged to explode, but we were just too quick! They didn’t even get a chance to react. It wasn’t about having the biggest guns, it was about perfect timing, careful planning, and everyone working together. Every single thing we did mattered, and we actually made it through! I really think this could be the turning point, maybe even the start of the end for this awful war.

Sudden Strike 5 puts you in command of real-time WWII battles. With tons of tactical choices and over 300 units to control, you can approach each of the 25 campaign missions in Europe and North Africa in many different ways.

Good timing is crucial. Take advantage of opportunities – like capturing important areas for reinforcements or destroying bridges to slow down the enemy. Be smarter than your opponents, manage your resources carefully, and position yourself strategically to win battles.

Choose your tactics wisely—we’ll meet you in the trenches!

Key Features

  • Command Massive Battles – Sudden Strike 5 delivers a truly immersive strategy experience 25 missions across huge, diverse maps and the highest unit counts ever seen in the series, setting the stage for large-scale tactical warfare.
  • Deploy a Vast Arsenal of World War II Units – Command over 300 authentic units—including more than 190 vehicles and 110 infantry units—such as the Sherman tank for the Western Allies, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 for the German troops, and the T-34 for the Soviet troops.
  • Shape Your Strategy in Dynamic Mission Gameplay – Utilize unprecedented strategic freedom by choosing your own tactics, units, and objectives to complete the mission goals. Seize and defend key locations like Field HQs, Supply Depots, and Train Stations to gain critical advantages, while using recon, sabotage, alternative routing, and smart unit combinations to outmaneuver your enemies.
  • Adapt Your Tactics With Customizable Commanders – Choose the Commander that best fits your playstyle and tactics—whether offensive, defensive, or more tactical. Each brings unique skills that can turn the tide of battle, such as deploying smoke grenades to provide cover on the battlefield or boosting the accuracy of your artillery.
  • Take Full Control of the Battlefield – Extended camera options let you zoom out for full strategic oversight or zoom in for a closer look at the frontline action, giving you better control over every aspect of the battlefield.
  • Challenge Yourself and Others – Test your strategy against real opponents or AI enemies across multiple difficulty levels, offering competitive player-versus-player challenges.

Watch a recent trailer below.

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2026-03-26 17:47