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Ultimate General: Gettysburg - Command the Epic Civil War Battle

Relive history and command thousands in Ultimate General: Gettysburg, a meticulously crafted tactical battle simulator. Take charge of either the Union or Confederate army in the pivotal Battle of Gettysburg. Experience unparalleled Civil War strategy with an accurately rendered map, sophisticated morale system, intuitive controls, and a cunning AI that challenges your every decision. Develop your Civil war generalship, make strategic choices and military your leadership determines victory or defeat.

Voted Best Strategy Game of 2014 by PCGamesN, Ultimate General: Gettysburg offers a deeply immersive and rewarding gaming experience.

Key Features

Smart AI Commanders

Forget AI cheats! Ultimate General: Gettysburg features nine unique AI personalities that rely on strategy and cunning, not unfair advantages. Each AI commander possesses distinct skills and tactics, reacting dynamically to unfolding events. They actively seek tactical superiority, relentlessly flanking, securing strategic artillery positions, maintaining reserves, and reinforcing crucial areas. It is Civil war gaming at its best. Prepare for challenging, non-scripted opponents that feel like playing against skilled human strategists in this Civil war battle.

What players say: "Fantastic AI - don't know what kind of brain you put in this game but it works"

Multi-Day Dynamic Battle

Engage in a historically inspired, multi-day battle that unfolds dynamically. Witness reinforcements arrive from accurate historical locations as the battle rages on. But expect random events, delays, and tactical deviations that alter the course of history. Can you execute Pickett's Charge successfully? What if Lee had attacked Cemetery Hill on July 2nd? How would Meade's counter-attack on July 4th have changed the outcome? This dynamic campaign allows you to explore endless possibilities and alternate scenarios.

The battle unfolds in time phases, spanning up to four days, with each day divided into multiple phases. Preserve your army's condition and positions, adapting tactics to the current military situation. Will you rewrite history or succumb to the same fate?

What players say: "9 different AI profiles, multiple outcomes, multiple strategies, casualties carry over. This game is a different experience every time. Well worth it, can't wait for the next one."

Easy Controls & Unit Self-Awareness

Command vast armies effortlessly with intuitive drag-and-drop controls. Forget micromanagement; your units are intelligent and proactive. They autonomously realign, switch targets, withdraw, and form battle lines, allowing to focus on grand strategy. Let your troops fight with the courage, and execute your tactical plans.

What players say: "Innovative movement system - this is by far an awesome system they developed. It’s not only insanely easy to learn, but also incredibly innovative"

Detailed Map of Gettysburg

Immerse yourself in a meticulously recreated map of Gettysburg, utilizing satellite imagery and historical maps. Every landmark, house, ridge, and hill is depicted with unparalleled accuracy in the game's unique art style. Civil War enthusiasts will appreciate the realism and attention to detail, enabling a deeper understanding of the historical layout and the tactical significance of each location. Use terrain to your advantage in the Civil War simulator, leveraging cover, elevation, and concealment to outmaneuver your opponent.

What players say: "Incredible Gorgeous Map - I had to capitalize that because this map is by far one of the best maps of Gettysburg I have ever seen either in a game or even in books"

Advanced Line of Sight

Experience realistic line-of-sight mechanics. Elevation and obstructions influence unit visibility, adding another layer of strategic depth to the gameplay. Utilize concealment and cover to protect units from artillery barrages and stage ambushes, but be warned – the AI will do the same. Units seamlessly enter and exit the Fog of War, enhancing perception of enemy movements. This is tactical gaming at its finest.

What players say: "The way Game Labs implemented Line of Sight in this game should be held as an example to other developers to do the same"

Numerous Tactical Factors

In Ultimate General: Gettysburg, units aren't mindless automatons; they require courage and stamina for decisive actions. Master core tactical elements, including morale, which is influenced by flank attacks, casualties, volley shocks, artillery fire, and fatigue. A realistic battle simulator that encapsulates the challenges of command in the 19th century.

What players say: "... positioning of units matters. You really bring the struggles of 19th century warfare to life here"

Historically Accurate Forces and Leaders

Command the complete order of battle for both the Union Army of the Potomac and the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia. Unit sizes realistically range from small artillery batteries to vast infantry brigades, with cavalry and skirmishers in between. Troop numbers and competencies are based on historical facts. Major generals and officers actively participate in the battle, organizing and supporting their armies, and appearing in after-action reports to help you monitor progress. Become the greatest general of the battle in this historical strategy game.

What players say: "Immersive American Civil War feel: sounds, portraits and general historical authentic really make this one of the most immersive historical games I have played, and I am a total history buff"

Every inch of the map holds immense strategic importance. Slope, terrain type, and obstructions realistically impact unit movement. Elevations, ridges, and hills afford excellent firing positions and enhance sight, morale, and accuracy, adding realism and depth to the game. Utilize historical military strategy

Units positioned close together are more resilient to charges and flank attacks but become more vulnerable to projectile fire. Thus, forcing the enemy to condense their lines while bombarding them with artillery can be a valid tactic. Units with high morale fire more coordinated volleys and adopt disciplined, tight formations. This is the best Civil War game.

These and many more deep gameplay mechanics are implemented within a simple and intuitive GUI, streamlining the game experience without complex statistics.

Ultimate General: Gettysburg is developed by Game Labs and designed by Nick Thomadis, renowned for his successful "DarthMod" series.

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