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Command forces in a fictional 2017 Russia-Ukraine conflict, planning tactical battles in real time or with WEGO turns.
Released 21 Jan 2021
Plan Orders, Then Fight
Command Squads and Vehicles
Spot With Drones
Combat Mission Black Sea is a military grade simulation depicting a fictional series of escalations between Russian and Ukraine which results in open conflict in the summer of 2017
Developed by Battlefront · Published by Matrix Games






Set in a fictional conflict in the summer of 2017, the game puts you in command of American, Ukrainian, and Russian forces. Battles portray Russian forces entering Ukrainian territory and NATO deploying forces to check their advance.
Command vehicles, teams, and squads in 3D tactical engagements at battalion and below scale. Plan around spotting, line of sight, fog of war, command and control, and objectives; troop morale, experience, and leadership also affect how units respond. Drones, electronic warfare, active protection systems, and precision-guided artillery shape modern combat.
Choose real-time play or WEGO, where orders are given before units act through a set phase. The game includes four campaigns, 22 standalone scenarios, Quick Battles that can be set up from player specifications, and an editor for creating maps, scenarios, and campaigns. Play is available in single-player or head-to-head, including by email.
Players who enjoy the game praise its detailed modern tactical simulation and the weight of planning under pressure: positioning, reconnaissance, and careful advances can matter more than simply attacking. Several reviews also value the choice between real-time and WEGO play. These positive comments appear alongside recurring complaints about the dated interface, technical performance, and price.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
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| Website | Official website |
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