WARNO [v95473] – Cold War Real-Time Strategy Game

WARNO is a large-scale Cold War real-time strategy game developed by Eugen Systems. Set in an alternate 1989 where the Cold War escalates into World War III, the game puts players in command of NATO or Warsaw Pact forces across detailed battlefields in divided Germany.

Build customized battlegroups, deploy hundreds of military units, coordinate air and ground forces, and outmaneuver enemy commanders in tactical single-player, cooperative, and multiplayer battles.

Game Information

Title: WARNO
Version: v95473
Genre: Action, Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Developer: Eugen Systems
Release Date: January 20, 2022
Platform: Windows PC
Setting: Germany, 1989
Game Type: Cold War Real-Time Strategy

Story and Setting

Two years after a hardline communist coup removes Gorbachev from power, tensions between NATO and the Warsaw Pact reach a breaking point. In the summer of 1989, both sides deploy forces across a divided and heavily militarized Germany.

The expected Warning Order, or WARNO, signals the beginning of a conflict that could quickly develop into a devastating World War III. Players must lead their chosen alliance through tactical battles and large-scale strategic operations.

Key Features

Build Custom Battlegroups

Create a customized battlegroup using units from NATO or Warsaw Pact nations. Select formations, balance combat roles, and build an army suited to your preferred strategy.

Cold War Military Forces

Command a wide selection of Cold War-era units, including:

Infantry
Main battle tanks
Reconnaissance units
Artillery
Air-defense systems
Helicopters
Strike aircraft
Interceptors
Armored vehicles
Support units

NATO and Warsaw Pact

Choose between two major military alliances and deploy forces based on their unique equipment, doctrines, and tactical strengths.

Large-Scale Battles

Fight across detailed tactical maps featuring:

Villages
Forests
Hills
Rivers
Bridges
Industrial zones
Open fields
Defensive positions

Use terrain to hide units, establish ambushes, protect advancing forces, and launch flanking attacks.

Army General Campaigns

Take part in turn-based Army General campaigns depicting a fictional World War III in Western Europe. Manage military formations and plan operations across a larger strategic map.

Multiplayer Battles

Challenge other players in intense online battles, including large-scale matches with up to 10 players per side.

Available modes include:

Solo skirmishes
Cooperative battles
Competitive multiplayer
Ranked matches
Team battles
10v10 warfare

Advanced Tactical Controls

WARNO includes several tools to help commanders manage the battlefield:

Pre-battle deployment
Rules of Engagement
Smart Orders
Tactical positioning
Combined-arms coordination
Air and artillery support
Dynamic frontline management

Gameplay Highlights

Cold War real-time strategy
Alternate-history World War III setting
NATO versus Warsaw Pact
Customized battlegroup creation
Large-scale tactical battles
Army General campaigns
Solo, cooperative, and multiplayer modes
Massive 10v10 battles
Infantry, tanks, helicopters, and aircraft
Artillery and air-defense systems
Detailed Western European maps
Terrain-based tactics
Pre-combat deployment
Smart Orders system
Rules of Engagement
Challenging AI opponents
Cold War military equipment
Strategic and tactical command

Minimum System Requirements

Operating System: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, or Windows 11, 64-bit
Processor: Requirements vary; performance similar to the minimum requirements of Steel Division 2
Graphics: Requirements vary; performance similar to the minimum requirements of Steel Division 2
DirectX: Version 11
Network: Broadband internet connection
Storage: 50 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card

Recommended System Requirements

Operating System: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, or Windows 11, 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core i3-8100, AMD Ryzen 3 1200, or equivalent 4-core processor
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB, GTX 780, AMD Radeon RX 580, or Radeon R9 290X
DirectX: Version 11
Network: Broadband internet connection
Storage: 50 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card

Final Verdict

WARNO [v95473] delivers a detailed Cold War battlefield experience with large-scale battles, customizable battlegroups, Army General campaigns, and competitive 10v10 multiplayer. Its combination of realistic military units, tactical controls, dynamic terrain, and alternate-history storytelling makes it a strong choice for fans of modern military strategy games.