Desert War WWII

About

Desert War WWII puts you in command of armored units fighting across the North African theater between 1940 and 1943. You select from German, Italian, French, American, or British forces and tackle a series of historical scenarios focused on tank battles. The gameplay demands careful planning because open terrain offers almost no cover for your vehicles. This setting makes long-range threats like the German 88mm gun particularly dangerous, often allowing them to take out Allied tanks from a distance. HexWar Games handles the turn-based mechanics with a focus on realistic unit behavior in harsh conditions. The lack of foliage means players must rely on positioning and range management rather than hiding. Community feedback highlights how the game captures the tension of desert warfare where a single mistake can cost you an entire squadron. It stands out for its commitment to historical accuracy without adding unnecessary fluff or modern conveniences that break the simulation feel.

Storyline

The game recreates small unit combat from the War in the Desert from late 1940 through to the collapse of the Axis forces in North Africa in early 1943. Players command German, Italian, French, United States and U.K. Commonwealth forces in a wide range of missions. Most of the scenarios primarily focus on historical armored engagements in this challenging desert environment. The battles of the western desert were unusual as there was generally a lack of cover, making weapons such as the German 88mm’ especially deadly, being able to destroy almost any Allied tank at long range.