EPSOM was the first major British offensive after the D-Day invasion and was designed to encircle the ancient city of Caen from the south in the Odon and Orne River valleys and provide a jumping off point for a final offensive to capture the city. Gateway portrays OPERATION EPSOM, sometimes called the First Battle of the Odon. The new series of Close Combat games started with 2007’s Close Combat: Cross of Iron the last release in the series prior to Gateway was 2012’s Close Combat: Panthers in the Fog. Gateway is the seventh game in the revised and updated Close Combat series developed by Slitherine, Ltd. That being said, the game is a fun and interesting Real-Time Tactical (RTT) wargame that engages and challenges players. Gateway has all the virtues, and sadly, all the faults of its predecessors. Passed Inspection: Great graphics involving game play high replay value short learning curve.įailed Basic: AI is weak on the offense cannot accelerate time cannot save mid-battle.Ĭlose Combat: Gateway to Caen ( Gateway) is the latest in the venerable Close Combat series of games. Digital download: $34.99 Download and boxed edition: $49.99 Close Combat: Gateway to Caen – PC Game Review By Patrick BakerĬlose Combat: Gateway to Caen.
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