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Alliance Interactive · Published by MicroProse Software · Official site ↗
Very Positive — 81% positive (64 reviews)
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Harpoon Classic 97 a naval warfare simulation game that builds on the legacy of the original Harpoon®. Command naval forces, including ships, submarines, and aircraft, across global theaters like the Nth Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Persian Gulf and Mediterranean, a realistic modern naval combat.
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Strategy · 2025 · More £5 - £15 games
Control diverse fleets across major oceans in Harpoon Classic '97, a deep naval warfare simulation.
About this game
Originally released in December 1996, this classic has stood the test of time. Set amidst the icy waters of the Norwegian Sea, you stand vigilant, guarding the coastline as you meticulously plan a large-scale naval assault against your foes. Suddenly, your sensors detect a hidden submarine 60° to port and an enemy fleet 92° to starboard. With the belief that offense is the best defense, you make the bold decision to strike first. Armed with a vast arsenal of over 100 high-powered weapons, you embark on a mission to annihilate everything that stands in your path to total domination of the seas.
Building on the legacy of the original Harpoon®, one of the most sophisticated and realistic modern naval war games ever created, Harpoon Classic 97 delivers a timeless gaming experience: Engage in strategic, contemporary naval warfare with 50 new missions. Featuring new displays, updated scenarios, and a more intuitive interface, Harpoon Classic 97 is set to challenge and enhance your tactical expertise.
Key Features:
Redesigned control interface and an introductory quick start mode make Harpoon Classic 97 easy to pick up and accessible to all players.
50 new missions, bringing the total to over 250 scenarios.
Command ships, submarines, and aircraft across four theaters of war: Greenland & Iceland, North Atlantic, Indian Ocean & Persian Gulf, and the Mediterranean.
Enhanced artwork and terrain graphics for an immersive experience.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10 or later
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce GTX 1070 or AMD equivalent
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 11
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce GTX 2060 or AMD equivalent
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Cloud Save Support
A feature we noticed requested by the community has been added. Cloud saves will make it easier for you to move between machines without having to manually take that save file with you. Cloud saves are generally enabled by default. Be aware that the cloud saves may only perform the first back up after you run the game for the first time post this update. This will back up your .hp* files only.Read full article on Community Announcements (Mistabullit)Patch NotesOfficial
1.63d Update
Hi Commanders, Thanks for all the feedback it's great to see all the HarpGamers streaming in to support this classic. We noticed your posts on the lack of a 1.63d update. The team have now updated the game to that version. Tip: Lost a window because you dragged it all the way down? Click on the Windows tab and then click on tile or cascade option to get them all back in your view.Read full article on Community Announcements (Mistabullit)






