- Get 40% off Steel Division 2! Free Content and new DLC now available! - 17 October 2019
Time to grab Steel Division 2! This weekend, get up to 40% off the game and selected DLC as we are releasing three free maps and brand-new tactical tools, as well as the first paid DLC: Death on the Vistula. https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ Free contentPart of the Steel Division 2 10 FREE DLC program announced at the game's release back in June, we have just released new Free Reinforcement Packs for the game featuring three gorgeous maps for Skirmish (Brest West, Zbuczy and the gigantic Gora Kalwaria), as well as the Smart Orders, awesome new tactical tools which offloads certain aspects of unit micromanagement to the computer. It means that you can select a group of units, give them a Smart Order, and watch as the AI takes over and, while taking into account various tactical elements, execute the order. Interested? Read more on this new feature in this blog p…
- Steel Division 2 - Death on the Vistula Aces Detailed and New Units Highlighted - 15 October 2019
Hello commander! So exciting! The release of our very-first Steel Division 2 History DLC, Death on the Vistula, is just around the corner. This coming Thursday, October 17th, you can get your hands on four new divisions, a gigantic new Army General campaign, four new Historical Battles, two new Aces, and over 200 new units. If you haven’t, get the Death on the Vistula DLC now! https://store.steampowered.com/app/988171/Steel_Division_2__History_Pass/ As part of this DLC, together with the new units, we’ll also be releasing two new Aces. In today’s article, we’ll take a closer look at these historical figures (and vehicles). New AcesIn case you forgot: Aces are unique units that don’t feature any kind of gameplay or statistical advantage. They look badass, but play exactly the same! Karl Nicolussi-Leck The new Axis Ace is the tank commander Karl Nicolussi-Leck with his Panther A. He manag…
- Steel Division 2: Upcoming Free Reinforcement Pack Maps Detailed - 10 October 2019
Hello commander! Alongside the launch of the Death on the Vistula DLC on the 17th of October, we’ll also be releasing free Reinforcement Pack for all our Steel Division 2 players. These packs will individually contain a bunch of shiny new things, foremost the new Smart Orders mechanic, as well as in-depth tutorials for both the Army General and the tactical game and two new soundtracks. But that’s not all: the Reinforcement Packs will also contain three new maps. They come in different sizes and allow for 1v1, 2v2, and 4v4 player counts (solo, cooperative and online multiplayer). All three take place in the eastern territories of occupied Poland, and will feature in the new Historical Battles of the Death on the Vistula DLC. In today’s article, we’ll look at the new maps in detail: Brest West, Zbuczy and Gora Kalwaria. Brest West As the name implies, this map represents the countryside…
- Steel Division 2: Death on the Vistula - New Axis and Allied Divisions Detailed - 4 October 2019
Hello there! In today’s post, we’ll be taking an in-depth look at the four new divisions which will launch with the first History Pack, the Death on the Vistula DLC, on October 17th. https://store.steampowered.com/app/988171/Steel_Division_2__History_Pass/ On the Axis side, let’s welcome to the stage the veteran foreign volunteers of the 5. SS-Panzerdivision “Wiking” and the experienced Luftwaffe soldiers of the Fallschirm-Panzerdivision “Hermann Göring”. On the Allied side, we have the brave fighting Poles of the Armia Krajowa, the clandestine military army in occupied Poland, as well as the Soviet-controlled 1st Polish “Tadeusza Kościuszki” Infantry Division. The two Axis and two Allied divisions are unlike anything you’ve seen in Steel Division 2 so far, bringing over 200 new units to the battlefield. The Axis The 5. SS-Panzerdivision “Wiking” A powerful armored formation, the 5. SS-…
- Steel Division 2 - Smart Orders Explained - 2 October 2019
Welcome back! Today we will be diving deep into an exciting new Steel Division 2 feature the Eugen team has been working on during the summer: Smart Orders. Smart Orders will be made available to all players and launch alongside the upcoming Death on the Vistula DLC on the 17th of October. https://store.steampowered.com/app/988171/Steel_Division_2__History_Pass/ Smart Orders is a new tactical player tool in Steel Division 2 which offloads certain aspects of unit micromanagement to the computer. It means that you can select a group of units, give them a Smart Order, and watch as the AI takes over and, while taking into account various tactical elements, execute the order. A neat new feature, no? Of course, there is a whole lot more to it. So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at what Smart Orders are, and how they can help you command your troops more efficiently on the battl…
- Steel Division 2 - Death on the Vistula DLC Announced! - 1 October 2019
Hello everyone, We are glad to announce the first History Pack DLC for Steel Division 2: Death on the Vistula! Available on Thursday, October 17th, and part of the Steel Division 2 - History Pass, this first paid DLC will be packed with awesome content! https://store.steampowered.com/app/988171/Steel_Division_2__History_Pass/ And that’s not all: at the same time, free content will be released for every owner of Steel Division 2! Let’s have a look at what Death on the Vistula DLC will bring! The last massive tank battle in the East Poland, July 28th, 1944. The Operation Bagration offensive closes in on its ultimate goal. Having destroyed Army Group Center, the 1st Belorussian Front races ahead to prevent the Germans from reforming a strong defensive line, overconfident in its own abilities. Stalin aims to capture Warsaw and install a pro-Soviet government. With their sights set on the gr…
- Steel Division 2: What's coming next - 26 September 2019
Hello everyone, It’s been a while! Since the release of Steel Division 2 on June 20th, we have been hard at work on some awesome new content (including the Free Reinforcement Pack #1), balancing the game, as well as tracking and fixing the last remaining bugs and glitches. We know you are anxious to know what’s in store next for Steel Division 2. We have developed Steel Division 2 with a long-term philosophy in mind. As such, we are dedicated to support our game, not only with exciting new content, but also by adding new features set to improve the overall quality, making it easier for new players to jump in and play, and at the same time bringing new challenges to our veteran commanders. Let's take a look at what’s cooking in the kitchen. New Smart OrdersTired of micromanaging every single unit on the battlefield? Would you rather focus on the strategic view? Do you wish that you could…
- Now Available on Steam - Steel Division 2 - 20 June 2019
Steel Division 2 is Now Available on Steam! Steel Division 2 is a historically-accurate WW2 real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front. Features 1:1-scale turn-based army management and real-time tactical battles with thousands of men at your order.
- Steel Division 2 deploys to the Eastern Front today - 20 June 2019
After a multitude of delays, mega-scale WW2 RTS Steel Division 2 is out now. Another in Eugen Systems’s line of extra chunky strategy games (including RUSE and the Wargame series), this one steps up from the relatively small maps of the original Steel Division ‘s Normandy campaign and into the sprawling plains of Russia. One for the historical grognard crew, which is why we have Tim Stone in the trenches working on a review. We didn’t put him in the trench – he just won’t leave it. Below, a launch trailer showing off the game zoomed in closer than most will see it. (more…)
- Steel Division 2 is OUT NOW! - 20 June 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2F7a076a5df621173a6a823f7f95e4ac553f559bec.gif Steel Division 2 is now available for Download and Play right now! You can get the game on Steam, through our Online Shop, on Gamesplanet or Humble Bundle! https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ Check out the amazing, Action-Packed Launch Trailer right here: https://youtu.be/TgFrXX84Tu8 Grab your copy now, lead your Army in the brand-new turn-based 1:1 scale campaign, design the perfect battlegroups in the revamped deck builder and fight your battles in real-time with more than 600 units in the gorgeous 25 available maps! As announced, we're already working on the 10 Free DLC (including new Maps, Divisions, Aces and Camos) that will be available later this year, and of course, on the 3 History Packs available in the History Pass. So keep your eyes…
- Play Steel Division 2 Now with any Deluxe Editions of the game! - 18 June 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2Ffc6ce77ab482a6315804777b9732e46163bdf1b2.gif Players who have pre-purchased any Deluxe Editions or the Total Conflict Edition of Steel Division 2 can now download and play the full game, 48 hours prior to the official game's release! There's still time to grab the game on Steam, through our Online Shop, on Gamesplanet or Humble Bundle! https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ By pre-ordering the game, you'll also unlock awesome bonuses: 2 Exclusive Divisions, including Exclusive Units 2 Exclusive Aces 2 Exclusive Camos 2 Exclusive Wallpapers https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2F812b1b83a6c0ee1c811eb8eab0469630da634f95.jpg This is a time-limited offer, so hurry up! Awesome Deluxe Editions As a reminder, Steel Division 2 is available in three Deluxe Edition…
- Steel Division 2 Beta - Update : Final Hours! - 13 June 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2F7423014ba52ff04a413e50005b4885f0e991ca4a.gif This is the home stretch: in less than a week, on June 18th, Steel Division 2 will be released for the all editions of the game except the standard edition that will be released on June 20. Therefore, this Beta Phase is the last one before the full release of the game. And while we’re at it, we wish to thank all beta testers for their support and feedbacks all along the previous beta phases. https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ Pre-order the game now through our online shop, on Steam, Gamesplanet or Humble Bundle to secure your access to the Beta! What's New ? As usual, Final Hours brings you more maps, as well as balance changes for the vanilla & Back to War divisions. https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2F%25E2%2580%25A6
- Steel Division 2 Beta: Operation Overlord 75th Anniversary Update is now live! - 6 June 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2F8cd09a934502972bb64d5ba2be272ca0eb3e460d.gif On this day, 75 years ago, the first Allied troops waded onto shore in Operation Overlord - D-Day. We are celebrating this anniversary in the non-stop Beta of Steel Division 2 with the release of the Back to War pack. Eight new divisions from Steel Division: Normandy 44 are available now and waiting for your command. https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ Pre-order the game now through our online shop, on Steam, Gamesplanet or Humble Bundle to secure your access to the Beta! What does the Back to War pack bring? The Back to War pack brings four Allied divisions (American, Canadian, British, and French) and four German divisions from Steel Division: Normandy 44 to Steel Division 2. This means over new 350+ units, playable in Skirmish in solo, multi…
- Steel Division 2 Beta Update: Celebrating Operation Overlord 75th Anniversary - 5 June 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2F294475bde46f7d28e44a204365dfecf176e916a3.gif Commander! We know you are knee-deep in the Steel Division 2 non-stop Beta - and we sure hope you are enjoying it - but we have some pretty exciting news to share with you. Are you ready? https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ Pre-order the game now through our online shop, on Steam, Gamesplanet or Humble Bundle to secure your access to the Beta! Tomorrow, the 6th of June, we will be celebrating Operation Overlord’s 75th anniversary by letting the players in the Beta access all the units and nations available from Back to War pack. This means you will be able to command eight new divisions, including American, Canadian, British and French divisions (as well as four German divisions), and 350+ units (including some never-before-seen ones) from Stee…
- The Steel Division 2 Beta is Now Live - 29 May 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2Fe21105e37a5c3094221a3909519e700cb1e47462.gif The Steel Division 2 Beta is now live and will be playable until the Game's Release on June 20th! It features all the 18 Divisions and 600+ units of the game, as well as 5 gorgeous maps and 4 exciting game modes! https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ Pre-Order the game now through our online shop, on Steam, Gamesplanet or Humble Bundle and play the Beta now! Useful resources First things first, the Beta Manual is available on this link. Our Skirmish Let’s Play video shows the game in action and explains the basic game mechanics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzCkuTvJYnU Also, you can learn how to make the perfect Batllegroup with this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Byaq-Zn48aA Reporting bugs, technical issues, crashes, and sharing your…
- Play with all the 18 Divisions and 600 units in the Steel Division 2 Beta! - 27 May 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2Fbc93c2d5b465301e8e4652e67b6f1428648d0c56.gif The Steel Division 2 Beta will start on Wednesday, May 29th at 3PM CEST for the players who pre-ordered the game, and will be playable Non-Stop until the game's release on June 20th! https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ Pre-Order the game now through our online shop, on Steam, Gamesplanet or Humble Bundle to secure your access to the Beta! Time to have a look to the monstruous Beta content! Play with all the Divisions and Units As the news' title reads, all the Divisions & Units of the game will be playable throughout the beta. This means 18 Divisions, 9 in each camp, and more than 600 units! Obviously, you will have access to the Deck Builder, and will be able to play in Skirmish in solo, multiplayer and coop up to 5v5 players. https://steamcdn…
- Two Exclusive Divisions and Exclusive Units Added to the Pre-Orders! - 24 May 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2F108d70117c032533f13e41f0c0ef262e47a5e388.jpg As you know, players who have pre-ordered Steel Division 2 will be able to join the Beta that will start on May 29th, and will have access to awesome content, including two exclusive Aces, two exclusive camos and gorgeous wallpapers. https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ But. That's. Not. All. (Folks) We are glad to announce that players who preorder Steel Division 2 will also be able to unlock Two Exclusive Divisions featuring awesome Exclusive Units to deploy on the battlefield! Let's have a look on these new toys! Two Furious Armored Divisions On the German side, the 1. Skijäger-Division is a heavily mechanized elite infantry division. It features the famous Sturmpanzer KV-2(r) heavy tank and the Panzerjäger Gazelle Exclusive Units! https://st…
- Steel Division 2 - Dev Diary #15: Level Design - 15 May 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2F720c359d435a165c4b64fd3d8cfadd018c78f8b3.jpg Hey there! We hope you enjoyed the last Steel Division 2 Beta Phase. Today’s Dev Diary is a special one, as we are not only going to talk about the general map design in Steel Division 2 but also focus on the well-known level of the Beta Players: Orsha North. https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ If you haven’t checked out the video Let’s Play a Battle video , do it now! It shows in detail a Closer Combat match on Orsha North, between with the 2nd Guards Tank Corps against the 5. Panzerdivision. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzCkuTvJYnU As always, the disclaimer: please disregard any typos, incorrect stats, visual glitches or other bugs. All these will be fixed at launch. Design Philosophy Steel Division 2 will ship with 25 unique battlefields.…
- Play the Steel Division 2 Beta Now! Phase 4 is now Live! - 2 May 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2Fc4d021443524176088e9489bb76790844826cc18.gif Time to jump back into the Eastern Front battlefields, Commanders! The Phase 4 of the Steel Division 2 beta is now live until next Monday, May 6th at 3PM CEST! And this time, it's not 4 but 6 Divisions available in the game, including the return of the beloved 5. Panzerdivision and two brand-new Divisions! Everyone who has pre-ordered Steel Division 2 can access Phase 4 of the beta. https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ If you have pre-ordered Steel Division 2 on Steam, a new game, called "Steel Division 2 - Beta" is available on your account. If you have pre-purchased the game through our online shop, on Humble Bundle or Gameplanet, your key has been sent by email and/or is available in your humble/gamesplanet account. https://steamcdn-a.akamaih…
- Steel Division 2 - Beta Phase 4 is coming! - 30 April 2019
https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2F090fae6cc1c3488cad6467befc39e09eb1993ae8.gif Time to make some room in your schedule, as the Steel Division 2 - Beta Phase 4 will start in two days, on Thursday, May 2nd at 3PM CEST and will last until Monday at 3PM CEST! If you have pre-ordered Steel Division 2, you will be able to jump into the beta and play with new Divisions, new maps and much more! Check out this link for the exact time in your time zone. You can pre-order the game on our online shop, through Steam, on Humble Bundle or Gamesplanet. https://store.steampowered.com/app/919640/Steel_Division_2/ We listen to what our players have to say, and as a result, we have updated a bunch of mechanics in the third phase of the Steel Division 2. What can you expect? https://cdn.steampulse.org/steam/asset?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsteamcdn-a.akamaihd.net%2Fsteamcommunity%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fclans%2F33563925%2Fe28b11fc44fa95a2%25E2%2580%25A6
