SEGA and Relic Entertainment have officially announced the game for PC only, but it looks like it won’t be coming to just one platform.

 

On November 18, the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee rated Company of Heroes 3. That’s okay because it’s slowly approaching its new release date. The twist is that in addition to the PC version, the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series versions were also rated by the committee, meaning there will be a console port of the game, except SEGA hasn’t talked about it yet! Could Company of Heroes 3 be multiplatform at launch…?

SEGA says, “The legendary strategy franchise is back! Company of Heroes 3 is the ultimate package of action, tactics, and strategy. Take charge in the heat of real-time battle, then command as a General guiding the overall campaign where every decision matters. Overwhelm your opponents with new and familiar factions, units, and international Battlegroups. Command ground, air, and naval forces and build supply lines to crush enemy advances on the new Dynamic Campaign Map—no two playthroughs are ever alike! Play at your own pace across campaign and skirmish modes before diving into the blistering multiplayer action. Discover the untold stories of a stunning Mediterranean theatre featuring next-generation destructible environments, all powered by Relic’s proprietary Essence Engine.

Company of Heroes 3 delivers the next generation of acclaimed tactical gameplay. Beloved combat mechanics collide with authentic new gameplay features, making for the most profound tactical experience. Use daring flanking moves to expose enemy side armor, experience all new infantry breaching mechanics allowing you to flush enemy units from their garrisons, and master elevation to enhance your line of sight and gain the upper hand. Welcome to the Mediterranean—a breathtaking new theatre filled with untold war stories. Engage lethal enemy forces across Italian mountain passes, spectacular coastal vistas, and the sweeping deserts of N Africa. Stunning visuals deliver authentic and highly diverse environments designed to keep you on your toes. Mountainous maps will require uniquely different strategies from coastal towns, with verticality now significantly affecting units’ line of sight (True Sight). Desert plains will call for careful reconnaissance and daring armored maneuvers. On this new frontline, intelligence trumps speed, and clever use of local terrain will let you bewilder your opponents and route them from the field.

Experience the most significant single-player campaign in franchise history. The new Dynamic Campaign Map delivers complete “sandbox-style” gameplay, allowing players to command the overall war effort and experience unprecedented strategic choice. Establish vital supply lines before deploying rear guard defenses to secure your advance. Launch air and naval strikes to weaken and scatter enemy forces or liberate a nearby town to develop a Partisan spy network. Choose your troops and upgrade your veteran companies to match your playstyle. Meanwhile, the optional Full Tactical Pause feature allows players total control over the pacing of single-player action. Plan your attacks, then effortlessly queue up lethal precision plays that give you the edge in battle.

Company of Heroes 3 promises to delight even the most ardent WW2 enthusiasts thanks to the series’ most significant number of launch factions to date. New army customization mechanics will allow you to call in the help of a varied cast of specialist units. Take up the fight with new elite squads, including the American-Canadian Special Service Forces, the revered Gurkhas from the Commonwealth, and many more. From devastating tank destroyers to clandestine recon vehicles, Company of Heroes 3 features the most extensive roster in the series to date. The super-light Weasel, the armor-sniping Nashorn, and the Chaffee Light Tank are just a few of the units making their debut. Also, let’s not forget revamped classics like the M3 Recovery Vehicle Halftrack, which can now be used to repair and steal abandoned enemy vehicles!

Feel the blistering impact of every mortar shell and naval bombardment with Relic’s state-of-the-art Essence Engine. In Company of Heroes 3, every location becomes a fully destructible sandbox, opening up limitless tactical gameplay options for you or your enemy to exploit. Bring fortified buildings crashing down onto enemy squads, then witness enhanced destruction mechanics as soldiers manipulate fresh ruins as dynamic cover. New rendering and particle FX technology depict fire, sand, and smoke like never before. Brilliant new soldier animations combine with enhanced AI, delivering realistic squad reactions to the battlefield. Optimized for DirectX 12 and multi-core CPUs, Relic’s new engine technology will provide cinematic action to rival any Hollywood blockbuster,” SEGA wrote.

Company of Heroes 3 has been postponed: it will be released on PC (Steam) on February 23 instead of November 17, but the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series ports might be announced by then.

Source: Gematsu