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Mostly Positive — 76% positive (80 reviews)
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Combat Mission Final Blitzkrieg (CMFB) follows the Western Allies through the battles along Germany's border and into the heart of the Reich itself.
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Experience intense World War II strategy as you lead Allied forces from Germany's border to its core.
About this game
Combat Mission Final Blitzkrieg (CMFB) follows the Western Allies through the battles along Germany's border and into the heart of the Reich itself. The game covers the October 1944 through January 1945 timeframe with a focus on the American sector of the Battle of the Bulge.
Combat Mission Final Blitzkrieg allows you to revisit the famous battlefields along the German border, with the wintery Battle of the Bulge as its main focus. It was a time and place where the Wehrmacht was still highly capable at the tactical level, yet fairly evenly matched against the American forces arrayed against it. The mix of harsh weather in an unforgiving rugged environment ensured the fighting was challenging for both sides.
Two expansive campaigns offer two very different experiences. One focuses on American forces pushing into Aachen, the first major German city to fall into Allied hands. The other portrays the famous drive of Kampfgruppe Peiper deep into the American lines. Also included are one training campaign, 25 standalone scenarios, and multitudes of Quick Battle maps that will test your tactical acumen and give you easy access to the full range of weather, terrain, and forces from this period and place in time.
Combat Mission Final Blitzkrieg allows you to revisit the famous battlefields along the German border, with the wintery Battle of the Bulge as its main focus. It was a time and place where the Wehrmacht was still highly capable at the tactical level, yet fairly evenly matched against the American forces arrayed against it. The mix of harsh weather in an unforgiving rugged environment ensured the fighting was challenging for both sides.
Two expansive campaigns offer two very different experiences. One focuses on American forces pushing into Aachen, the first major German city to fall into Allied hands. The other portrays the famous drive of Kampfgruppe Peiper deep into the American lines. Also included are one training campaign, 25 standalone scenarios, and multitudes of Quick Battle maps that will test your tactical acumen and give you easy access to the full range of weather, terrain, and forces from this period and place in time.
Features
- Tactical warfare at battalion and below scale in a true 3D environment
- Command individual vehicles, teams, and squads
- Expansive simulation of "soft factors" such as Morale, Experience, and Leadership
- Innovative systems portraying Fog of War, Spotting, Line of Sight, Command & Control, and Objectives
- Unmatched realistic physics, ballistics, and battlefield effects
- Fight in a wide range of weather and lighting conditions, all of which realistically impact fighting abilities
- Unique hybrid system for RealTime or WeGo (turn based) play
- Full featured Editor for maps, scenarios, and campaigns
- Quick Battle system sets up deliberate or randomized battles based on player specifications
- Single player and head to head play, including Play By Email (PBEM)
- The final array of German heavy armor makes its first appearance in Combat Mission
- American forces also have much improved armor, including the M36 tank destroyer
- Organizational changes in the formations on both sides give even the most experienced CM player new tactical challenges and opportunities
- The winter weather and forested terrain set the tactical experience apart from all other CM games
- Three Regions within the game help set the mood with Dutch, French, and German accents
- Expansive maps with 1m x 1m resolution allow for short and long range action across complex terrain
- Buildings have explicitly simulated doors, windows, and floors
- Weather and ground condition modelling systems allow for everything from dry sunny days to muddy stormy nights, with visibility and mobility dynamically affected by the conditions. Some Combat Mission games include the full range of Winter, Spring, and Fall weather as well
- Line of Sight and Line of Fire are separately calculated, which means sometimes you can see something you can't shoot and sometimes you can shoot at things you can't see
- Soldier posture (prone, kneeling, standing) affects everything including spotting, cover, and ability to engage enemies
- The way a nation organizes its units has a huge impact on how they perform in combat, therefore great pains are taken to accurately portray formations as they are in real life for a particular point in time
- Lighting affects combat in no small way in real life as well as in the game. The correct lighting conditions are simulated based on time of day, time of year, and weather
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
Minimum:
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Pentium IV 1.8 GHz or equivalent speed AMD processor
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 256 MB VRAM or better and must support 1024x768 or higher resolution in OpenGL***IMPORTANT*** Not all Intel integrated video cards will play the game.
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 17 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX 10 compatible Sound Card (Windows only)
Recommended
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Pentium IV 2.8 GHz or equivalent speed AMD processor or better
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1 GB VRAM or better and must support 1024x768 or higher resolution in OpenGL
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 17 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX 12 compatible Sound Card (Windows only)
Supported Languages
English*, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain
*languages with full audio support
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
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25th Anniversary Tournament
We welcome you to join the 25th Anniversary Tournament with Combat Mission Final Blitzkrieg. To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Matrix Games, players will fight for a coupon prize pool. The amount of money will be given based on your final placement: Top 1: $60 CouponTop 2: $50 CouponTop 3: $40 CouponTop 4: $30 CouponTop 5-7: $20 Coupon (each position)Top 8-10: $10 Coupon (each position)Round 1 - Breaking the Line9 January, 1945The 42nd, 63rd, and 70th Divisions had recently arrived in Marseilles from the United States after being cannibalized in the spring and summer of 1944 for replacements to be assigned to divisions currently in theater. The intent was to leave these three divisions in reserve until July of 1945 when they could finish absorbing replacements for the troops previously stripped from the divisions and to complete the standard twelve-week large scale maneuver phase of training. When Patton's Third Army was redeployed to help in the fighting during the Battle of the Bulge, General Dever's Seventh Army was forced to cover parts of the front that the Third Army had previously held. As a result of this shift the Seventh Army was forced to deploy the 42nd, 63rd, and 70th divisions into the front line, but because the divions were not ready to fight as fully formed formations yet the individual regiments of these divisions were parceled out to serve under the command of the various veteran divisions who were already in the line.The 242nd Infantry Regiment of the 42nd Infantry Division has been assigned the task of defending Maginot Line fortifications in the areas north of the Hagenau Forest with the 1st Battalion being deployed east of the town of Hatten. A German attack began in the pre dawn hours this morning. A and B companies are defending Maginot Line positions located just to the east of town while C Company is being held in reserve in the town itself. Round 2 - Die Patrouille 0735hrs 18 December 1944Two days ago the Germans mounted a surprise ...Read full article on Community Announcements (Death)AnnouncementsOfficial
Matrix Games is the new Home of Combat Mission
Hi everyone, We are excited to announce the acquisition of Battlefront, the renowned developers behind the Combat Mission series. ELEVATING COMBAT MISSION'S LEGACY This strategic move underscores our commitment to the wargaming community and the legacy of Combat Mission—a franchise celebrated for its unmatched tactical and strategic depth. With over 1 million copies sold worldwide, Combat Mission remains a defining force in the genre, setting the standard for authentic warfare simulations. LOOKING FORWARD This acquisition marks a new chapter for Combat Mission, as we plan to enhance the series with cutting-edge technology and innovative gameplay, all while preserving the core elements that have made it a favorite among wargamers for over 25 years. Battlefront's entire team, including the original creators, will be joining Slitherine, ensuring the continuity and quality that fans have come to expect. This partnership makes a milestone in wargaming, with Slitherine and Battlefront committed to delivering the best possible experience and ensuring the continued growth and success of the Combat Mission franchise. AVAILABILITY & DISTRIBUTION Combat Mission titles will continue to be available on all current platforms, including Matrix Games and Steam. To help both new and existing players, we have updated our FAQ and "How to Download My Games" sections, making it easier than ever to access and enjoy the series. A DAY OF CELEBRATION To celebrate this exciting milestone, we're thrilled to offer discounts of up to 60% on all Combat Mission titles. This is a limited-time sale, available until September 3rd, so don't miss out: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/combatmissionfranchisesale Additionally, we have organized a full day of streaming on our Twitch channel. The schedule includes a variety of Combat Mission titles, showcasing gameplay and strategies. Join us to experience our streamers in action and engage with our community. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43772341/81576c3109a9336...Read full article on Community Announcements (Death)Community & EventsOfficial
"Choose Your Own Scenario" community activity on Discord
Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our community as we launch our very first community activity on Discord. Starting today, every three days we will conduct a poll featuring various questions that will shape the design and creation of the next three fictional multiplayer maps for Combat Mission. These new maps will be brought to life by the talented Usually Hapless, who will use the community's responses from the polls to guide his creative process. But that's not all – Usually Hapless will also create a video tutorial, providing an in-depth look at how he crafts these maps using the game's editor. Once the maps are completed, we are thrilled to announce that there will be a special tournament featuring these community-inspired maps. This tournament will give players a chance to showcase their skills on the new battlegrounds and compete for a prize pool filled with coupon rewards. Join us on Discord today and help shape the future of Combat Mission maps. Your input is crucial, and we can't wait to see the incredible maps and intense battles that will come from this collaborative effort.Read full article on Community Announcements (Death)AnnouncementsOfficial
Final Blitzkrieg and Downfall DLC - Out Now
Combat Mission Final Blitzkrieg and its DLC Downfall, are now available. Combat Mission Final Blitzkrieg follows the Western Allies through the battles along Germany's border and into the heart of the Reich itself. The game covers the October 1944 through January 1945 timeframe with a focus on the American sector of the Battle of the Bulge. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2676000/Combat_Mission_Final_Blitzkrieg/ Join the assault into Germany! Command the late-war British, Canadian, and Polish forces through to VE Day, 8 May 1945, or take charge of desperate ad-hoc German forces and Volkssturm. In this DLC you can wield Comets, Pershings,and other late-war equipment through three campaigns (totaling twenty-four missions), ten standalone scenarios, and dozens of new Quick Battle maps. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2736420/Combat_Mission_Final_Blitzkrieg__Downfall/ To celebrate the launch on Steam and Matrix Games, the base game will be discounted by 30%, while the Combat Mission Final Blitzkrieg Complete Bundle will be discounted at 10% off for a limited time. https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/37950/Combat_Mission_Final_Blitzkrieg_Complete/ Anyone with a copy of the game purchased on Battlefront.com will also be able to redeem a Steam key HERE using their original game code. If you want to know how to do it, all details can be found here Last but not least, we are excited to announce the opening of sign-ups for a new tournament. The Tournament will begin February 5, 2024. This Tournament will feature 3 rounds with a different scenario each one. The round time is 50 days. Last Man Out- Remnants of 17th Armored Infantry Battalion attempt escape from Herrlisheim. Axis probe Trouble with Siegfried- Forward US elements meet the Westwall. Allied attack. Cutline to Grosshaw – Opposing infantry platoons clash during a fighting patrol into the Hurtgen Forrest. Meeting engagement Before joining the tournament, please take a moment and carefully read these instructi...Read full article on Community Announcements (Death)
