Company of Heroes: 2nd Edition is a tactical war game set during the Second World War and represents a tabletop adaptation of the highly acclaimed real-time strategy (RTS) video game of the same name. Players take on the role of military commanders and lead their chosen faction in battles over key locations on the map, with the game strongly emphasizing the feeling of the battlefield, the use of cover, the occupation of buildings, and territorial control, all of which very faithfully replicate the experience of the video game.

Players capture and defend strategic points that provide resources (manpower, munitions, and fuel). Using these resources, they construct buildings, recruit units, upgrade abilities, and unlock more powerful units in the later stages of the game. The game employs action points, zones of control, and a cover system, encouraging thoughtful maneuvering and smart unit positioning. Commanders develop over the course of the game and gain unique abilities that further highlight the identity of the chosen faction.

Company of Heroes: 2nd Edition is an excellent choice for players seeking a deep, thematic, and tactical Second World War experience on the tabletop. 🪖