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Cold War turns hot with Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm!
Buzz Aldrin's Space Program Manager: Early Access Released!
Fight Heroes, Trolls and Dragons on Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars!
Ageod Extravaganza
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October 2013
 

Matrix Games Plays the Aces

  

 

We warned you last month: a great season of Wargaming is upon us! 


This month we were dealt a handful of aces and these new releases are featured in this months newsletter.

 

We have games in the Cold War, Space, Fantasy Worlds, Spanish Civil War and even Parthian Wars. We have the right cards to go all-in and you are going to win along with us!

 

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Cold War turns hot with Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm!

 

   

   

After the end of World War II, Europe spent years recovering from the losses and the terrible consequences of the conflict. A whole continent found itself divided into two blocs: one lead by the United States with NATO among its allies in the Western bloc, and in the Eastern bloc lead by the Soviet Union along with the Warsaw Pact.  Separating the two, an "Iron Curtain" formed of high walls and minefields as well as hundreds of thousands of well armed troops. 

This was the Cold War, a forty year state of political and military tension between two superpowers that several times came close to starting World War III.  While the world survived the Cold War, the effects of the "long twilight struggle" still echo in the geopolitics and military technology and tactics of the present day.  

 
For those like you with an interest in tactics and strategy can the Cold War still turn hot? Of course it can, thanks to On Target Simulation's new "Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm"! 
 
 

    

"Basically what we are trying to do is create a Dynamic WEGO (simultaneous turn) system. Based on the readiness of your forces, jamming, and the loss of headquarter units, the time between issuing new orders will vary over the course of the battle" says Robert Crandall, of OTS.  "In Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm you will be the commander of either NATO or Soviet forces locked in battle on the ground in Central Europe. As commander, it is your task to provide the battle plan orders to your units. You will need to think on the fly and adjust to the ever changing flow of battle".    

  

  

    

Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm features an innovative asynchronous turn structure that models the OODA loop, huge maps, hundreds of meticulously researched platforms and weapons, detailed orders of battle, realistic modeling of modern combat including armor, infantry, helicopters, airpower and chemical and nuclear weapons, 3 campaigns and over 20 single scenarios, realistic weather conditions, modding options and much more! And you cannot miss this game!  

 

  

You don't have to take our word for it though. Here are few examples of the reactions from some of our numerous beta testers:   

 

The Plodder (Richard Lloyd)

"Oh, and it's awesome just playing again after working on the tour, it still has that "one more turn" feel."

http://www.matrixgames.com/forums/tm.asp?m=3419214 

 

"Finally, I just want to say that you guys have created a truly awesome wargame here, one of the best I've ever played,"

http://www.matrixgames.com/forums/tm.asp?m=3425115 

 

 

21Sec (David Whitt)

"All I've said so far is I look forward everyday to getting home from work, getting kids asleep, and finally getting a chance to play. Guess that peaked his interest. Lol!"

http://www.matrixgames.com/forums/tm.asp?m=3410712  

 

Beachinnole (Al Sandrik)

"I remember when you first show cased the game on the public forum and I thought now that is the game I have been looking for since "Tanks" and it reminded me of the Old GDW "Assault" series of games. I have not been disappointed on either count . The game is simple, easy to get into with great replay ability. That said, once in there is a lot of great detail like Shoot-n-Scoot for the artillery. As I play I learn something else about it with each playing and that is also a good thing . I still look forward to playing it each time I game and I haven't found myself wanting to play some old favorites like SPMBT, and the Tiller Modern Campaigns series yet . Additionally, I have to tell you I'm looking forward to the next expansion so I've been gaming now for 40 years and IMHO this is a winner"

http://www.matrixgames.com/forums/tm.asp?m=3398675  

 

MikeGER (Michael Motzkus)

"FPRS has absolute the 'only one more turn'-quality! 

(yesterday eve i had to pick up someone at the airport and really had to 'Move Hasty'  on the Autobahn to make it just barely in time because of 'just one turn'

I was at the gate-exit from customs a few minute before the person appeared, Phew! )

http://www.matrixgames.com/forums/tm.asp?m=3368521&mpage=1&key=airport�  

 

Jack54 (Jack Herling)

"there is great feel for the 'different units' in the game. The developers really deserve a lot of credit for not taking the EASY way out. This game is WEGO not IGOUGO... there is 'stacking' and not a 'simplified 3 units to a hex' it matters what's there. Units are very different and not just given a strength point,ie 10 or 15. All of this increases the programming difficulties. So Bravo!" 

"This is the one I have been waiting for; I love that they started with 'Europe' in the 'COLD WAR ERA' but I can hardly wait to see this system operate in the Middle East with the Arab Israeli conflict or even the more recent stuff. My hope is that they make 'A LOT of MONEY and find it worthwhile to continue developing the system. If half of the things on the 2.1 wish list come true it will be absolutely AWESOME! Thanks!"

http://www.matrixgames.com/forums/tm.asp?m=3398675&mpage=1&key=�  

 

  

  

Beta Tester The Plodder did also a  Google Earth Battlefield Tour of the game. It will take you through the background of this alternate World War III, allow you to review the force dispositions of the NATO and Warsaw Pact, walk you through the main Soviet and Warsaw Pact attack corridors and allow you to browse every stand-alone and campaign scenario included in the game, showing where each in-game map fits on the actual map of Western Europe. You will just need to install Google Earth on your PC to enjoy it.  

  

  

  

To know what lies behind the curtain of the game you can also read some interviews released by the developer on Grogheads and on The Wargamer.  

  

Want more?

Our beta testers have also written a number of After Action Reports (AAR's) detailing scenarios and how they play out to give a readers a good feel for the game. Here are a couple of examples. 

   
  • Beta tester Al Sandrik has written an AAR featuring the 11 Bravo Scenario.  
  • Beta tester Scott  "Splusmer" Udell has written an AAR the Ate Up Scenario, a medium-length scenario played as NATO.     

  

If you want to know more there is plenty of information about Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm on our website. Or if you already love what you hear you can just....  

 

 

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Buzz Aldrin's Space Program Manager: Early Access Released!

 

 

 

 

"From now on, we live in a world where man has walked on the moon. And it's not a miracle, we just decided to go". From the movie Apollo 13.

 

  

Today is a great day for anyone interested in Space and its exploration: Matrix Games (www.matrixgames.com) and Polar Motion are releasing the Early Access Program of Buzz Aldrin's Space Program Manager! 

 

 

 

You can see what Buzz Aldrin himself thinks about the game in this video.

 


The Early Access Program allows you to get your hands on the game before release.  When you buy it, you'll get a download link and you'll be able to get the game and play it immediately. However, this is not a complete game. This game is still in development and we want your help to make it the best it can be. By joining the Early Access Program you will become part of the team and help guide the future development with your ideas and feedback.

You can get more information on the Early Access Program on the BASPM Early Access Page.

  

 

We are offering 3 Tiers in the Early Access Program:  

Mercury Tier - $19.99 for the digital version of the beta supplied immediately and updated throughout, beta forum access to report issues and discuss the game with the dev team and other early adopters and your name in the beta tester credits. The normal price for this is $29.99.

Gemini Tier - $34.99 includes everything in the Mercury Tier plus a boxed copy of the game at final release (usually $44.99) which includes a personalized disk with your name and serial number plus a full colour manual/art book with a collection of gorgeous renders for the game.

Apollo Tier - $99.99 includes everything in the Gemini Tier plus your name and photo in the game as one of the SET personnel, a flight controller or an astronaut and the game sound track in MP3 format. Instead of a beta tester credit you will be listed as a contributor. For more information on getting your photo in the game please go here. This option will not be available post release.

 

 


Get more information about Buzz Aldrin's Space Program Manager on its official game's page.

 

 

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  Fight Heroes, Trolls and Dragons on Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars!

  

 

 

From veteran developers Age of Games (www.ageofgames.com), Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars is the latest game set in the Eukarion Wars setting and delivers turn-based strategy game play with strong RPG elements.
 
 
What hides behind the curtains of this Wargame?  Below is a funny and instructive video where the developer gives many information about the game, its features and the development process.  
 

   

Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars - The Origin of the Game
Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars - The Origin of the Game

 

Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars is a tactical game featuring hundreds of units and mythical creatures like Dragons, Trolls and Goblins to recruit, upgrade and unleash in battle. You can have a look at some of them in detail on the dedicated Forum Page. 

 

  

The gameplay is based on a traditional hex map with a wide variety of terrains available. To select, move, fight, and analyze units on the Battlefield or in the HeadQuarters (HQ) you will use a simple point-and-click system. Age of Games have also spent a lot time of developing the background story, which is based on legends and folklore from European history.  
Y
ou can also have a look at the  Game Manual to get immersed by this fantasy world, and also to find some useful information to fight for victory and conquer Fantasy Kommander!

 

 

 

An insider look at the game? Here you can read an After Action Reports made by our Beta Tester Jpankako featuring the Human Campaign. 

 
Get more information on Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars from its official website.

 

 

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Ageod Extravaganza

      
 
          Espa�a 1936

 

The Spanish Civil War is one of the most important, yet often forgotten, conflicts of the 20th century. When the Republicans and the Nationalists started the conflict in 1936 Europe was on the verge of collapsing into the worst war it had ever faced. Throughout the three years of hostilities the Iberian peninsula lived through a time of political and social turmoil.  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

It is 18th of July 1936. The Spanish army has risen in arms against the democratically elected government. Elements of the army together with militias will defend the Republic from this military coup. Outside influences are also at play and the Axis powers will help the Nationalist Rebels, while the USSR will assist the Republicans. A civil war has begun but it is also a proxy war between two super powers. Sons of the same motherland, two factions vie for power. Only one will survive.  

  

  

  

Developed by Ageod (www.ageod.com) Espa�a 1936 features the well-know AGE game engine with a turn-based WEGO system, and covers the entire Spanish Civil War from 1936-1939. The player will find more than 200 regions complete with cities, roads, weapons factories, weather types, factions and sub-factions. The game includes a tutorial, a Grand Campaign covering the whole conflict plus the Fall of the North scenario, a host of historical leaders, units and events.      

Espa�a 1936 is the result of deep and detailed research on the history of Spain and is developed by Spanish developers, to provide a strategy game which really focuses on the key issues of this conflict. 

 

   

 

 For more information about Espa�a 1936 visit the game's page.

 

 

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Alea Jacta Est - Parthian Wars 

 

There was country in the Ancient Middle East who made Rome tremble. A country who created an Empire and inflicted one of the worst defeats in Roman History. A fierce opponent who struggled for centuries, refusing to submit to be under the eagle.

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

These people where the Parthians. Equipped with fast horse archers and heavily armed knights called cataphracts, they became known as the nemesis of Rome!
And now, thanks to Ageod (www.ageod.com)  you will be able to face this threat or side with it to fight for freedom from the Roman Empire in  Alea Jacta Est - Parthian Wars.

  

  

 

Parthian Wars is a turn based regional game with an emphasis on playability and historical accuracy. It is built on the renowned AGE game engine that makes it easy to learn yet hard to master.

The game features a map which covers the entire ancient Middle East, from Byzantium to the wild mountains of Persia and the Caucasus in the north, and the Arabian deserts and Persian Gulf in the south.



  

There are 4 historical scenarios and an hypothetical one:    

  • The Carrhae Campaign 53BC  This scenario is about the attempt by the wealthy and ambitious Roman Triumvir Crassus to conquer the Parthian Empire in 53BC, and the ensuing events until the start of the Roman Civil War between Caesar and Pompeius in 50 BC.  
  • "What if" Caesar's Revenge 44 BC  This scenario is an hypothetical situation which simulates the campaign that Caesar had planned against the Parthians, before his assassination during the Ides of March 44 BC. Here is an After Action Report made by Philippe Thibaut featuring this Scenario.  
  • Marcus Antonius 40 BC  This scenario covers the great Parthian offensive against the Roman East at the time of Marcus Antonius in 40 BC, and Rome's counter-offensive led by Ventidius Bassus.  
  • Traianus Imperator 114 AD  This scenario covers the great war led by Emperor Trajan against Parthia and Armenia in 114AD, with the aim of finally crushing and annexing both nations.  
  • Severus Strikes Back 197 AD  This scenario covers the Parthian offensive in the East while a civil war between Septimius Severus and Clodius Albinus takes place in the West, and in the second stage a violent counterstrike by Severus in 197 AD that led him far into the heart of Mesopotamia

  

 

 

Ageod's innovative engine offers Regional Decision Cards, Weather, Attrition, Supply and Fog of War options, over 200 new historical leaders and units on top of an already vast database and much more!

 

Take note: Parthian Wars is an expansion to Alea Jacta Est and requires Alea Jacta Est. 
 

For more information about Parthian Wars visit the game's page. 

 

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