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Day of Defeat
Day of DefeatIntense WWII team‑based shooter where Axis and Allies clash in historic battles
Day of Defeat: Source
Day of Defeat: SourceIntense WWII multiplayer shooter powered by the Source engine
Overview
Description

Step into the European Theatre of World War II and fight as a light, assault, heavy, sniper, or machine‑gunner. Each class brings a unique arsenal of period‑accurate weapons to dominate the battlefield. Cooperate with your squad to complete mission‑specific objectives inspired by real historic operations. Team coordination and tactical play are essential to secure victory for your side.

Day of Defeat: Source drops players into the gritty battlefields of Europe during World War II, offering fast‑paced, class‑based combat. Leveraging Valve's Source engine, the game delivers enhanced graphics, realistic sound design, and smooth multiplayer performance across PC, Mac, and Linux.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Historical FPS enthusiasts and team‑play gamers
WWII shooter fans and competitive multiplayer gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$9.99
$9.99
release date
2003-05-01
2005-09-26
Specifications
developer
Valve
Valve
publisher
Activision, Valve
Valve
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
PEGI 16, ESRB M+33%
multiplayer
Multiplayer
Multiplayer
critic score
71/100
85/100+20%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep class variety with distinct roles
  • Authentic WWII weaponry and maps
  • Strong emphasis on squad coordination
  • Cross‑platform availability on PC, Linux, and Mac
  • Highly detailed WWII atmosphere
  • Robust class system with distinct roles
  • Smooth multiplayer performance on multiple OSes
  • Strong community and mod support
Cons
  • Aging graphics compared to modern shooters
  • Limited single‑player content
  • Smaller active player base than newer titles
  • Limited single‑player content
  • Older graphics compared to modern shooters
  • Steep learning curve for new players
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