1943 Deadly Desert

1943 Deadly Desert

Released May 2018

North Africa 1943. Lead your forces to victory in the most intense WW2 battle!

66% positive · 114 reviews
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All announced content has been released
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Evaluation

1943 Deadly Desert launched on May 15, 2018 as a complete, self-contained turn-based strategy game. The only developer communications after launch were a launch announcement on May 16, 2018 and a minor feature patch on May 17, 2018 that added a grid display option based on user feedback. There are no DLC listings, no roadmap, no announcements of future content, and no developer posts of any kind after May 17, 2018. The store description presents the game as a finished product with no mention of planned expansions or updates. This game launched as a complete package and has received no post-launch content development.
Evidence
Launch announcement for 1943 Deadly Desert — game released as a complete product.
news post · May 16, 2018 source content shipped
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Store description presents a fully-featured WW2 strategy game with campaigns, missions, and units — no mention of upcoming content, DLC, or future updates.
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Details

Developer
Publisher
THQ Nordic Mobile
Achievements
31
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · PvP

About this game

Action-packed World War 2 battles for the desert territories await you. Your ingenuity and leadership skills as a general will determine victory or defeat. Will you survive the toughest fight in history?

“1943 – A hot, dusty wind sweeps through the camp. Scouts report of heavy Wehrmacht forces. The Desert Fox is rapidly pushing towards the western oasis. All combat-ready British troops are on high alert to fend off the invasion. At the same time, the Axis powers are preparing for an assault on a vital resupply center. En route to their next battle, with heavy tanks, artillery, and supply vehicles. Which side will you choose?”

TOTAL WORLD WAR

This is the decisive World War II battle between the Allied forces and the Axis powers! Choose your path and lead your army to victory!

TURN-BASED TACTICAL WARFARE

The right war strategy is the key to ultimate victory! Issue orders to your officers on the battlefield. They’ll motivate, inspire, and strengthen the troops assigned to their command!

DANGEROUS MISSIONS

Become the greatest general of all time and prove your tactical skills in plenty of different war campaigns! Unlock new missions, maps, and scenarios!

MASSIVE WEAPON ARSENAL

Your tactical possibilities are nearly limitless. Fight with tanks, warplanes, infantry, paratroopers, artillery, and many other powerful special forces and weaponry!

VARIETY OF BATTLEFIELDS

Break through the enemy lines by land and air! Lead your soldiers into battle and crush your enemies on the historical battlefields of Africa!

STRATEGY AT ITS BEST

Even more new units for your tactical genius! Order devastating air strikes or command a forced march. The stakes are high, but the prize of a glorious victory awaits!

Features:

  • Turn-based strategy action in WW2

  • Thrilling campaigns and challenging missions

  • A must-have for every strategy game fan

  • Many different military units

  • Detailed graphics and epic sounds

Thank you for playing ‘1943 Deadly Desert’!

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