Take Command: 2nd Manassas

Take Command: 2nd Manassas is a Civil War strategy game in which you play as a historical commander, directing thousands of troops across 3D battlefields. The campaign covers the three main battles of the 2nd Manassas Campaign in 48 scenarios, with outcomes carrying from one battle to the next through a linked scenario tree.

Battles and scenarios

The game includes eight battlefield maps based on historical records from the Library of Congress, four tutorials and three modes: Historical, Open Play and Custom/User Created battles. Open Play offers replayability, while Custom/User Created battles let players create and share their own scenarios.

Commanding troops

You direct Generals, Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery and Supply Wagons over 3D terrain. The game models 63 weapon types according to range, accuracy, reliability and rate of fire. Each officer has five traits that affect their personality, performance and tactical decisions on the battlefield.

AI and battlefield view

The tactical and strategic AI adapts to your actions, with enemy troops choosing their next move based on what you do. A free-form camera lets you view the battlefield from any vantage point, while 3D sound lets you hear both the battle you are fighting and activity at other locations across the battlefield.