Panzer Commander
1998 video game
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Panzer Commander is a computer tank-driving simulator released in 1998. Developed by Ultimation Inc. and published by Strategic Simulations Inc. (SSI). The game is set in World War II as a tank simulator.
| Panzer Commander | |
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| Developer | Ultimation Inc. |
| Publisher | Strategic Simulations |
| Platform | Windows |
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| Genre | Vehicle simulation |
| Modes | Single-player, multiplayer |
Gameplay
In the game the player takes command of an armored fighting vehicles (AFV). There are over 20 driveable tanks from Germany, Russia, the United States, and Britain and 28 support vehicles.
There are ten scenarios for each nationality and six campaigns - three German and three Russian. The game also offers Direct3D acceleration, an expansive scenario editor, and highly receptive multiplayer support for up to six players over LAN or the Internet.
The gameplay revolves around scripted scenarios with time limits. Infantry is represented by static emplacements and fortifications and artillery and air support are not under your control.
Reception
| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| GameRankings | 71%[2] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| AllGame |    [3] |
| CNET Gamecenter | 7/10[4] |
| Computer Games Strategy Plus | [5] |
| Computer Gaming World | [6] |
| GameSpot | 6.9/10[7] |
| IGN | 7/10[8] |
| Next Generation | [9] |
| PC Gamer (US) | 75%[10] |
| PC PowerPlay | 58%[11] |
| PC Zone | 70%[12] |
The game received above-average reviews according to the review aggregation website GameRankings.[2] Next Generation said of the game, "It's good-looking and historically accurate, and it controls well. What more could any tank fan ask for?"[9]
