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Call to Arms - Gates of Hell: Ostfront
Action
Simulation
Strategy
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Workshop
Partial Controller Support
Steam Cloud
Stats
Steam Leaderboards
Includes level editor
Family Sharing

Call to Arms - Gates of Hell is a realistic RTS/ RTT game that offers endless replay value. Command all types of troops in historical singleplayer, dynamic campaign, PvP and PvE battles. Are you ready for some serious immersion in World War 2?

Developers: Barbedwire Studios Digitalmindsoft
Publishers: Digitalmindsoft
Release Date: Jun 11, 2021
Price (USD): $8.74
Current Players: 2.6k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(85%)
realistic WWII battles
immersive RTS
third-person control
historical authenticity
modding options
steep learning curve
direct control feature
difficulty level
unreliable AI
pathfinding issues
multiplayer lag
expensive DLCs
technical issues
The reviews reflect a blend of praise for the game's historical authenticity and concerns about AI and performance issues. Many players appreciate the immersive tactical gameplay, though frustrations with the multiplayer's lag and technical issues are common. Overall, the game is seen as a standout in the RTS genre, despite mixed feelings about its complexity and steep learning curve.

Positive Points

  • Highly detailed and historically authentic game with a focus on realistic WWII battles.
  • Offers an immersive RTS experience with a hybrid system allowing third-person control over individual units.
  • Extensive variety of units, vehicles, and factions providing strategic depth.
  • Strong community support with active modding options, enhancing replayability.
  • Challenging gameplay that rewards strategic planning and offers a steep but satisfying learning curve.

    • Negative Points

  • AI is often reported as unreliable, with pathfinding and unit behavior causing frustration.
  • Multiplayer is plagued by performance issues, including lag and crashes.
  • Game design feels tied to outdated mechanics and the interface can be clunky and unintuitive.
  • High cost of necessary DLCs for a full experience, which are said to be overpriced by many players.
  • Several players report persistent technical issues, such as crashes and high system resource usage.

    • Mixed Points

  • The difficulty level is seen as both a challenge and a barrier, being very punishing at times.
  • Direct control feature is praised for adding depth, but also criticized for being necessary due to poor AI.
  • Updates and DLCs are appreciated for adding content, though some players feel the game is being sliced aggressively with add-ons.

    • Common Themes

  • Comparisons to Company of Heroes and Men of War, often positioning it as a better version.
  • Emphasis on the game's realistic approach to WWII combat and strategy.
  • The balance between micromanagement requirements and strategic play.
    • Updated 8/26/2025, 12:01:39 AM UTC
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