Battle Isle 2220: Shadow of the Emperor vs Battles in Normandy

Set 20 years after Battle Isle 2200, Battle Isle 2220: Shadow of the Emperor puts you in command of Caro, leader of the Kais, fighting a civil war against the Drulls on the planet Chromos. The game blends classic turn‑based tactics with a rich sci‑fi storyline, offering a 20‑mission single‑player campaign and multiplayer skirmishes.

Battles in Normandy is a historically‑accurate turn‑based strategy game that puts players in charge of Allied operations during the 1944 Normandy invasion. The game features a hex‑grid map, realistic unit statistics, and a deep order‑of‑battle system that rewards careful planning. Developed by Strategic Studies Group and published by Matrix Games, the title offers both single‑player scenarios and multiplayer battles, allowing enthusiasts to recreate historic engagements or devise their own tactics against friends.

• Deep hex‑grid tactical combat
• Rich sci‑fi narrative with 20 missions
• Unique ancient unit system
• Both single‑player and multiplayer modes

• Deep historical accuracy
• Robust multiplayer options
• Extensive unit variety
• Custom scenario editor

• Graphics are dated by modern standards
• Limited UI customization
• Runs best on legacy Windows environments

• Steep learning curve for newcomers
• Outdated graphics
• Limited UI customization