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The standalone expansion to Relic's acclaimed PC WWII RTS Company of Heroes features two new armies, each with their own campaign, DirectX 10 support, mission persistence, improved AI and physics, and a dynamic weather system. The original Company of Heroes is not required, though the two releases interface to provide new multiplayer options.
For more on Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts, check out Nick Breckon's detailed impressions.
Published by THQ, the standalone expansion to Relic's acclaimed PC WWII RTS Company of Heroes includes two new armies, each with their own campaign, DirectX 10 support, mission persistence, improved AI and physics, and a dynamic weather system. Though the first Company of Heroes is not required, the two releases interface to provide new multiplayer options.
"Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts is a massive game," Relic general manager Tarrnie Williams confidently stated. "We've consistently redefined the standard for excellence in the RTS genre over the last five years, and Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts represents another leap forward in technology and strategic gameplay."
Gliders filled with elite British commandos tumble to the ground, the wings of their transports shearing off on the sides of buildings as they careen down city streets. When the British infantry emerges from their busted ride and marches into enemy territory, their pace slows, the men cautiously moving from building to building, reflecting their shrewd style. These little touches are what allowed Company of Heroes to stand out amidst a sea of bland WW2-themed games, and they continue to impress with the sequel.
Opposing Fronts will include various technical and gameplay updates, including improved artificial intelligence and physics, dynamic gameplay-affecting weather, mission persistence, and a revised version of the Essence Engine with DirectX 10 support. The game does not require the original Company of Heroes to run.
"In Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts players will experience fast-paced dynamic tactics like never before, in two of the most brutal World War II campaigns ever fought," said Relic GM Tarrnie Williams. "We're delivering yet again on our commitment to leading the way in strategic gaming with the best, most innovative titles available."
THQ plans to ship Relic Entertainment's Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts this fall.
Update: THQ has sent along two screenshots of the game.
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