So realistic, its as if you are there in the real war
The game play is very simple to understand, but imposible to master. Basically u take the command of a battalion commander and try to move your army towards a goal. Be it to capture flags or push your enemy off the map. You get a selection of authentic WW2 units and their attributes.
Another intersting aspect is that the game is broken down into an plan phase and a 1min simulation of your orders. The orders you give during the planning phase are carried out by the comp in the action phase. What you tell your units, is what you see unfold before you.
Not to mention it just looks cool, it also adds an infinte playabilty factor. Since of the CMBB physics engine, you cna replay the excat map 50000000000000 times and still have something new and intersting happen.
Physics Engine - Once you start playing, you quickly realize that this is no ordinary game. CMBB's engine actully manipulates each and every shot that a unit takes. It calculates the angle of the shot, the cover, wind resistance, visibilty, etc. This aspect brings the game to real life. For every shot is not a kill shot, and one must be very carefull in using their units.
Graphics - for its time, the graphics are amazing. Each tank shot forces the barrel back. The infantry units are detailed so close to the original that every deatail can be seen on them. from ammo to badges and medals, the unit graphics are amazing.
Sound - very decent. the guns sound real and so do the explosions. The nice feature is the many voices that the units say to one another. For each of the sides, there is a list of some 300+ voice actions.
Overall, amazing. If you love WW2, then you must have this game. And don't forget its predecessor, Combat Missions Beyond Overlord, or the New Afrika addition in the series.