Barbarroja

Barbarroja is a strategy game covering the war between Germany and Russia from 1941 to 1945. It represents historical forces with units at the corps and army level, and each turn corresponds to one month of battles. Play against the AI or another player, either on one computer in hot-seat mode or online and over a local network. Choose turn-based play or, in network games, real-time play; you can also play existing scenarios or create new ones.

Gameplay and features

• Command corps- and army-level units: Move and fight with units representing historical corps and armies involved in the war between Germany and Russia.
• Choose how to play: Play solo against the AI or share one computer with another player in hot-seat mode. Online and local-network games are also available.
• Turn-based or real-time battles: In turn-based play, complete your chosen movements and combat before the AI or other player takes a turn. Network games can also use simultaneous real-time movement and combat.
• Play or create scenarios: Choose from available scenarios or create new ones. Each turn in the main game represents a month of battles.

Frequently asked questions

What period does Barbarroja cover?

The game recreates the war between Germany and Russia from 1941 to 1945.

Can I play against another person?

Yes. Two players can share one computer in hot-seat mode, or play online or over a local network.

Does Barbarroja support solo play?

Yes. You can play in turns against the AI.

How does real-time play work?

In real-time mode, players move and fight simultaneously for a set period at the beginning of the game. This mode is available only online or over a local network.

Can I make my own scenarios?

Yes. The game lets you play scenarios or create new ones.