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Sudden Strike 5

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Developer(s): Kite Games | Publisher(s): Kalypso Media

Series: Sudden Strike | Engine: Unity

Release date(s): 2026

Platform(s): PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S

Genre: Strategy games | Subgenre: Real-Time Strategy games

Mode(s): Single-player, Multiplayer

Categories: History, World War II


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 WW2 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 Messerschmidt 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 outmanoeuvre your enemies. 

  • Adapt your tactics with customisable 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 PvP challenges.  


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On 16 July 2025: The fifth numbered instalment in the Sudden Strike has been announced, bringing us tactical World War II battles once again. Once again, Sudden Strike 5 takes you to the European and North African theatres of war to enjoy the game's 25 campaign missions, more than 300 playable units (190 vehicles and 110 infantry), customizable Commanders and PvP gameplay. The game will arrive in 2026 for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

"Customizable Commanders provide an opportunity to develop tactics that fit any playstyle, whether offensive, defensive or a more tactical approach. Each unique skill, when deployed properly, has the potential to alter the course of war. 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 outmanoeuvre your enemies. "

Applications are now open for the game's closed beta on the game's official website. 1

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Announcement Trailer 2025-07-16 ESRB VERSION | DE VERSION | PEGI-EN VERSION | RU VERSION | JP VERSION | CN VERSION

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