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Silent Hunter III
Silent Hunter IIICommand WWII U-boats in realistic underwater warfare
Silent Service II
Silent Service IICommand WWII submarines, hunt convoys, and sink enemies in a realistic simulation.
Overview
Description

Silent Hunter III immerses players in the deadly cat-and-mouse game of World War II submarine combat. Take command of a German U-boat, patrol the Atlantic, and hunt Allied convoys with historically accurate tactics and equipment. The game offers a deep simulation experience with detailed ship models, realistic sonar and torpedo mechanics, and a dynamic campaign that reacts to your successes and failures. Play solo, join friends in co‑operative missions, or compete in multiplayer battles.

Silent Service II puts you in the captain’s chair of a World War II submarine, letting you decide between daylight periscope attacks or night surface raids guided only by radar. Every torpedo launch, depth‑charge evasion, and chart‑reading decision feels weighty as you chase hostile convoys across the Atlantic. The game blends detailed instrument panels with historical mission scenarios, offering a deep yet accessible experience for players who love tactical naval warfare and authentic WWII settings.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Strategy & Simulation Games
Real-Time Strategy
Best for
Fans of realistic naval simulations
WWII submarine simulation enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$49.99
$39.99−20%
release date
2005-03-15
1990-12-31
Specifications
developer
Ubisoft Bucharest
MicroProse Software, Inc.
publisher
Ubisoft
MicroProse Software, Inc., Nightdive Studios, Retroism
age rating
ESRB T, PEGI 7
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
critic score
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70/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep and authentic submarine simulation
  • Rich, dynamic campaign system
  • Robust multiplayer and co‑op modes
  • Highly detailed ship and environment models
  • Deep historical authenticity
  • Highly detailed instrument panels
  • Varied attack options (periscope, surface, radar)
  • Engaging tactical decision‑making
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Limited graphical updates compared to modern titles
  • Multiplayer matchmaking can be inconsistent
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Limited graphics by modern standards
  • Single‑player only
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