Steel Fury: Kharkov 1942
Released Jun 2020
Steel Fury: Kharkov 1942 is based on real-life events that took place from May 12 to 28, 1942. During a vicious German counterattack three Soviet Armies were surrounded and were forced to fighting in what has become known as the “meat grinder.”
73% positive · 227 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Steel Fury: Kharkov 1942 is a historical tank simulation game that released on Steam on June 24, 2020. The store description presents a fixed, self-contained product: 30 missions across three single-player campaigns, a defined set of over 40 vehicles with three playable tanks, and a specific historical scenario covering May 12–28, 1942. There is no mention of planned expansions, DLC, seasonal content, or ongoing development. No news posts, DLC listings, or developer communications indicate any post-launch content was ever announced or delivered. The game appears to have launched as a complete, finished product with no post-launch content cycle.
Evidence
Store description presents a fully defined, self-contained product: 30 missions in three campaigns, 40+ vehicles, three playable tanks — no mention of future content, DLC, or planned updates.
Short description focuses solely on the historical scenario premise, with no references to ongoing or future content.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Strategy First
Achievements
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Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
Steel Fury: Kharkov 1942 is based on real-life events that took place from May 12 to 28, 1942. During a vicious German counterattack three Soviet Armies were surrounded and were forced to fighting in what has become known as the “meat grinder.” Through the monstrous roar of tanks and military vehicles, and the blaring sounds of war, players will experience bitterness at the loss of their comrades during battle and elation when they are victorious.
Historical Authenticity: Missions are based on true historical events recreated from archives and photo references, including the interiors and exteriors of vehicles and tactical markings.
The player has access to vast battlefields without obstructions from impenetrable forests or other obstacles, allowing them to choose any path available to achieve victory!
Fear and Fury Filled Missions: Throughout 30 playable missions in three unique single-player campaigns, experience large scale battles with numerous active vehicles.
Vehicles: Interact with and command all units involved in the advance against the enemy, including: more than 40 different realistically modelled vehicles, with three playable tanks: T-34/76 mod. 1941, Mk.II ‘Matilda’ III, and the Pz. IV Ausf. F2.
Take Full Control: In first and third person views, assume crew positions for Commander, Gunner, Loader, Driver and Hull Gunner.
Historical Authenticity: Missions are based on true historical events recreated from archives and photo references, including the interiors and exteriors of vehicles and tactical markings.
The player has access to vast battlefields without obstructions from impenetrable forests or other obstacles, allowing them to choose any path available to achieve victory!
Fear and Fury Filled Missions: Throughout 30 playable missions in three unique single-player campaigns, experience large scale battles with numerous active vehicles.
Vehicles: Interact with and command all units involved in the advance against the enemy, including: more than 40 different realistically modelled vehicles, with three playable tanks: T-34/76 mod. 1941, Mk.II ‘Matilda’ III, and the Pz. IV Ausf. F2.
Take Full Control: In first and third person views, assume crew positions for Commander, Gunner, Loader, Driver and Hull Gunner.
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Last evaluated Jun 25, 2026
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