Close Combat: First to Fight

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Close Combat: First to Fight casts you as a leader guiding a four-person Marine squad through dense urban warfare. Each mission requires coordinating cover, managing ammo, and making split-second calls under fire. The tactical pace favors precision over chaos with realistic weapon handling and squad AI that reacts to threats. Combat unfolds across multi-level buildings and narrow streets designed to mirror real-world military operations. Built with input from active-duty Marines and used as training material by the USMC, the game prioritizes authenticity over polish. Its 2005 release brought console and PC players a niche take on squad-based shooters ahead of similar titles. The inclusion of Wii and Xbox ports for a military-authentic experience remains a curious footnote in early 2000s gaming.