Headquarters: Cold War is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game set in a hypothetical 1984 conflict between NATO and the USSR. Play as both sides and command helicopters, tanks, and infantry across 20 campaign missions and rewrite the outcome of modern history.

Headquarters: Cold War is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game set in a hypothetical conflict between NATO and the USSR in 1984. Commanders can play as either side across two plot-driven campaigns and a variety of skirmish missions. Build your force, assign heroes, level up units, and use powerful Headquarters skills to outsmart the enemy and change the course of modern history.<h2 class="bb_tag" >Face a true tactical challenge</h2>The combat system follows the easy to learn, hard to master philosophy, offering depth and realism with every decision:<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Units feature detailed armor (front, side, back, top) where positioning is critical.</li><li>Terrain and obstacles provide directional cover and shape the battlefield.</li><li>Destroyed vehicles and buildings create new tactical opportunities.</li><li>High ground and destructible environments add verticality and unpredictability.</li></ul><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/29565c866d747aee87e2c5ae867f5447.poster.avif?t=1765359088" width=800 height=450 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/29565c866d747aee87e2c5ae867f5447.webm?t=1765359088" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/29565c866d747aee87e2c5ae867f5447.mp4?t=1765359088" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >Recon. Plan. Execute.</h2>See both sides of the story<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Two full campaigns with 10 missions each, for a total of 20 story-driven operations.</li><li>Six Skirmish maps designed for replayability and tactical variety.</li><li>58 highly detailed unit models and a wide range of 3D environment assets.</li><li>Immersing atmosphere with 12 original music tracks, with high quality sound effects that heighten immersion.</li><li>Play unique Unit classes: Utility and Attack helicopters. Take command of the first airborne units in the series, capable of transporting infantry, delivering pinpoint strikes, and dominating the battlefield with unmatched mobility.</li><li>New HQ skills: adding devastating new abilities such as Resupply, MLRS, Air Strike, and even a Tactical Nuke.</li><li>All-new Officer skill trees, offering powerful abilities like Close Quarters Battle, Field Interrogation, Camo Net, Modular Armor Panels, Enhanced Radar Systems, and more to customize your strategy.</li><li>Rebalanced Cold War-era gameplay, with increased movement and attack ranges that reflect modern technology while keeping the tactical depth you expect.</li></ul><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/6aabd596ca406f724c8f874903cf5e47.poster.avif?t=1765359088" width=800 height=450 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/6aabd596ca406f724c8f874903cf5e47.webm?t=1765359088" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/6aabd596ca406f724c8f874903cf5e47.mp4?t=1765359088" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >Create and share your own battlefields</h2>The in-game Map Editor lets you design custom skirmish and multiplayer maps from the ground up. Shape the terrain, place objectives, and craft unique tactical scenarios to challenge yourself and others<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/e3f8af7057d2952aa9600ec4fe72a379.poster.avif?t=1765359088" width=800 height=450 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/e3f8af7057d2952aa9600ec4fe72a379.webm?t=1765359088" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/e3f8af7057d2952aa9600ec4fe72a379.mp4?t=1765359088" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >Manage your forces</h2>Between battles, upgrade and customize your units. Assign heroes with unique skills, level up troops, and adapt your force composition to overcome every scenario.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/50548fbbf88fa83e8614dac3b47ee44d.poster.avif?t=1765359088" width=800 height=450 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/50548fbbf88fa83e8614dac3b47ee44d.webm?t=1765359088" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3826370/extras/50548fbbf88fa83e8614dac3b47ee44d.mp4?t=1765359088" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >Keep your crews safe</h2>Every unit has a crew, and each member matters. Lose a gunner and firepower drops; lose a driver and mobility suffers. Protect your crews if you want to maintain combat effectiveness.<h2 class="bb_tag" >Campaigns and multiplayer</h2>Play through two campaigns (NATO and USSR) with 10 missions each, test your tactics in Skirmish battles against improved AI, or challenge friends in online multiplayer with up to 4 players. Cooperative 2v2 battles are supported, along with asynchronous play through Slitherine’s CombatHQ system.

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