The game was built around having a very large 3rd party following to supplement our planned expansions to the game.
Mod friendly design allows for the ability of players to tweak create replace many of the default graphics (unit images, badges, map markers and maps), sounds (verbal, movement and combat) and data elements (Units Weapons OOB Formations National Ratings) using common 3rd party software.
Additional Features
Recon units are given a more important role with the new game engine.
Platforms and weapons from the decade of the 80s for US, UK, West German and Soviet forces including aircraft (various types and loadouts), helicopters (various types and loadouts), tanks, APCs, Self-Propelled Systems (Gun, Anti-tank, Flak, and SAMs), towed guns, trucks ,jeeps, and of course the grunts with their vast array of weapons.
Built-in editors for Map Parameters, Scenario Creation Editing, and Campaign Creation Editing.Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm features an innovative asynchronous turn structure that models the OODA loop, huge maps, hundreds of meticulously researched platforms and weapons, detailed orders of battle, realistic modeling of modern combat including armor, infantry, helicopters, airpower and chemical and nuclear weapons, 2 campaigns and over 20 single scenarios, realistic weather conditions, modding options and much more!After the end of World War II, Europe spent years recovering from the losses and the terrible consequences of the conflict. Our team is overwhelmed by the reception of the game and by the dedicated players we see on the forums.