Möbius Front '83 is a computer wargame developed and published by Zachtronics. It was released in November 2020.

Möbius Front '83
Developer(s)Zachtronics
Publisher(s)Zachtronics
Platform(s)Microsoft Windows, Linux, macOS
Release
  • WW: November 5, 2020
Genre(s)Computer wargame
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

Gameplay edit

In 1983, the United States attacks an alternate dimension version of itself. Players initially control the defenders, though they can play as the aggressor once they complete the single-player campaign. In multiplayer games, another player can control the Soviet Army.[1] It is turn-based and uses a hex grid, as in tabletop tactical wargames. Units do not have variable action points, but most units must choose between moving and attacking.[2]

Development edit

The game was inspired by US military manuals.[3] It was released November 5, 2020,[4] and multiplayer was added in January 2021.[1]

Reception edit

Tom Hatfield of PC Gamer wrote that Möbius Front '83 is accessible and makes wargames easy to understand, but it lacks exciting battles.[2] Joe Robinson of PCGamesN wrote, "Competent and challenging but not especially deep, this Cold War tactical romp also tends to get a bit dry and repetitive at times."[5]

References edit

  1. ^ a b Beckhelling, Imogen (January 15, 2021). "Zachtronics wargame Möbius Front '83 has multiplayer now". Rock Paper Shotgun. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
  2. ^ a b Hatfield, Tom (November 17, 2020). "Möbius Front '83 review". PC Gamer. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
  3. ^ Morton, Lauren (October 26, 2020). "Defend America from its evil twin in the next Zachtronics game, Möbius Front '83". Rock Paper Shotgun. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
  4. ^ Clayton, Natalie (November 5, 2020). "Zachtronics wargame Möbius Front '83 strikes out today". Rock Paper Shotgun. Retrieved February 3, 2023.
  5. ^ Robinson, Joe (November 18, 2020). "Möbius Front '83 review – not so advanced wars". PCGamesN. Retrieved February 3, 2023.

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