Overview

Step back in time to the tumultuous period of the American Civil War with Civil War: 1861. This strategy game immerses players in the opening battles of this historic conflict, from the skirmishes at 'Big Bethel' to the grand clashes at 'Bull Run' and 'Wilson's Creek'. Experience the challenges of leading volunteer recruits with limited battlefield experience and Napoleonic-era weaponry into pivotal engagements.

Key Features

• Battles based on historic events
• Play as either Union or Confederate forces
• 5 unique Civil War units, including infantry, artillery, generals, and cavalry
• Changeable unit formations and tactics
• Generals can attach to units to boost morale
• Multiple difficulty settings and detailed combat analysis

Gameplay

Take command of the Union or Confederate armies in critical battles that could alter the course of history. Lead your troops through various campaigns, such as the Tutorial Campaign, Opening Shots! Campaign, Conflaguration! Campaign, Total Resolve Campaign, and the thrilling Bonus Campaign featuring the battle of 'Big Bethel'. Engage in strategic movement, flank attacks, and map zoom to outmaneuver your opponents and secure victory. Can you rewrite history and emerge victorious in the Civil War: 1861?