Panzer General
Panzer General is a 1994 turn-based strategy game developed by Strategic Simulations, Inc. Set during World War II, it puts players in command of German forces across a series of historical and hypothetical battles, maneuvering hex-based units, infantry, armor, artillery, aircraft, and ships, through a branching campaign whose next scenario depends on how decisively each battle is won.
The game was praised for making wargaming approachable, distilling complex tactics into an accessible system in which core units gained experience and were carried forward from battle to battle, encouraging players to preserve and upgrade veteran formations rather than spend them recklessly. Prestige points earned through strong performance funded reinforcements and new equipment. This blend of depth and ease of entry made it a breakout hit and the foundation of a long-running series of General games spanning many settings.
Panzer General remains a touchstone of accessible hex-based wargaming, and its design continues to influence turn-based war strategy titles enjoyed by fans today.
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Modern alternatives to Panzer General, with the devices they run on and their price. Ordered editorially by how well each one stands in for the original, with community votes weighted in as they accumulate.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
| Alternative | Price | Steam Deck | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| LGeneral Indie | Free | Not on Steam | PC, Mac, Linux |
| Unity of Command II | € 28,99 | Steam Deck Verified | PC, Mac, Linux |
| Order of Battle: World War II | Free | Steam Deck Playable | PC |
| Panzer Corps | € 19,99 | Steam Deck Unsupported | PC, Mac |
| Panzer Corps 2 | € 39,99 | Steam Deck Unsupported | PC |
LGeneral Indie
FreeA free open-source clone of the original Panzer General.
LGeneral runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Unity of Command II
€ 28,99Operational wargaming built around supply lines, elegant and quick to play.
Unity of Command II runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Order of Battle: World War II
FreeHex-based wargaming with a core army you carry through a campaign, straight from Panzer General.
Order of Battle: World War II runs on PC. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Panzer Corps
€ 19,99A modern spiritual successor to the hex-based Panzer General.
Panzer Corps runs on PC, Mac. Not available on Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Panzer Corps 2
€ 39,99The full 3D sequel continuing the hex-based WWII campaign wargame.
Panzer Corps 2 runs on PC. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
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