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Content notice: Infantry units can show blood upon death. Some trophies depict violent scenes,
Mixed — 40% positive (110 reviews)
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
War Commander is a large-scale MMO RTS set in a post-apocalyptic world. Take the role of the Commander and push back the forces of chaos and destruction in an attempt to rebuild. Command Troops, Destroy your enemies. Welcome to the apocalypse, Commander.
Free To Play, Strategy, Massively Multiplayer, Early Access · 2026 · More free games
Lead your troops against chaos in War Commander's expansive free-to-play strategy experience. Push back destruction and rebuild in this massively multiplayer online game set for release in 2026.
About this game
War Commander is a large-scale MMO RTS set in a post-apocalyptic world. Players take the role of the Commander in an effort to push back the forces of chaos and destruction and attempt to rebuild. Welcome to the apocalypse, Commander.
The air is thick with the fog of war, and the horizon crawls with hostile factions hungry for control. Yet this small plot of land is ours to defend and expand. Daily Targets, Weekly Missions, and Monthly Events ensure there’s always a new challenge to tackle, rewarding quick thinking and decisive action. In this world, hesitation is fatal. The weak are eaten; the strong rewrite history and forge empires from ruin.
From humble beginnings, watch your base evolve from a modest military outpost into a heavily fortified citadel capable of withstanding the most brutal of assaults. Manage resource production to keep your war machine running, invest in research institutions to unlock cutting‑edge technology, and expand your military infrastructure to support larger, deadlier forces. Your base is more than a cluster of buildings, it’s your lifeline in a wasteland that wants you dead. Customize your base and make it your own while protecting it from all who would challenge you.
Study the World Map to survey all the hostile targets scattered across your Sector. Each one represents a rogue base, enemy encampment, or fortified threat waiting to be dismantled. Clearing these targets grants valuable rewards, resources, and opportunities to strengthen your forces. Deploy your platoons strategically and strike fast. In this world, if you don’t take the shot, someone else will.
Daily and Weekly Missions provide a steady stream of objectives designed to test your skills and reward your efforts. Whether you’re destroying enemy bases, upgrading your forces, or gathering resources, each completed task brings you closer to major payouts and long‑term progression. These missions keep your war effort moving forward and offer a clear path toward building a stronger, more capable army.
Each month introduces new units to recruit, experiment with, and master. Upgrading your troops unlocks their full combat potential, transforming basic soldiers and vehicles into elite battlefield assets. Equip them with powerful tech components to modify their behavior, enhance their strengths, and tailor them to your preferred playstyle. With the right upgrades, even a modest platoon can become a devastating force capable of turning the tide of battle.
The Sector is never safe for long. New threats emerge every month, bringing fresh Operations packed with multi‑stage challenges and high‑stakes encounters. These events demand strategic unit selection, tactical precision, and careful planning to overcome. Completing Operations rewards you with the latest units, tech, and upgrade materials. All are essential tools for staying competitive in an ever‑evolving warzone. Dive into each monthly event and prove your worth on the battlefield.
If mere survival isn’t enough, take the fight directly to other Commanders. Launch assaults on rival platoons, raid their bases, and assert your dominance across the Sector. Every victory strengthens your reputation and secures your place among the elite. But remember, every attack invites retaliation. Other Commanders are watching, waiting, and eager to strike back. Only the most cunning and ruthless will rise to the top.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP+
- Processor: Dual Core 1.8GHz, SSE2 instruction set support
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: DX9 (shader model 2.0) capabilities
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Sound Card: Any compatible with OS
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
PATCH NOTES
The following changes & fixes are being applied in the 16.16 Release on THURSDAY, August 27th, at 3 PM PDT.(Pacific Time) NEW - BASE COSMETIC STORECommanders, it’s time to redefine your presence on the battlefield. Dropping with our major game update on Thursday, August 27th, we are launching a game-changing feature to the sector: The Base Cosmetics Store!For the first time ever, you can completely overhaul the visual footprint of your headquarters. Show off your veteran status, project sheer dominance, or flex your strategic wealth—all while keeping the competitive playing field completely balanced. These cosmetic upgrades are 100% visual and carry zero power or combat stats.More Information HERE STARTS: Friday, August 28th at 10 AM PDT ENDS: Monday, August 31st at 10 AM PDT STORE CLOSES: Tuesday, September 1st at 10 AM PDFeaturing:Corpus Infantry Hero - ACHILLESAchilles Unlock PartsAchilles Upgrade TokensAchilles 24hr Build LogisticsAchilles Tech - Thetis Grade ArmorAchilles Tech - Pelian Strike RoundsAchilles Tech - Iliad ProtocolVoidhammer Upgrade TokenVoidhammer MaxbuildableACHILLES DESCRIPTION: Boots on the ground? Not a chance! Achilles is a hovering Corpus executive who refuses to get his boots dirty. He mercilessly calls down Airstrikes to crush enemies who have been Sanctioned.See the full brief HEREFIXED - Upgrade Logistics cause Red Box ErrorFIXED - Level 20 drones on the Legendary Banshee Unit now shoot buildings in addition to units. HOLDOUT - Players able to “attack move” off the map. SECTOR BREACH - Pop-up image error. Cannot Upload/Change Avatar on Kix Website.JOIN OUR DISCORD HERERead full article on Community Announcements (Kix_Hank)Patch NotesOfficial
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The following changes & fixes are being applied in the 16.15.1 Release on THURSDAY, August 20th, at 3 PM PDT.(Pacific Time)STARTS: Friday, August 21st at 10 AM PDT ENDS: Tuesday, August 25th at 10 AM PDT STORE CLOSES: Wednesday, August 26th at 10 AM PDTFeaturing:New! Unit - Legendary BansheeLegendary Banshee Upgrade TokensBanshee Tech - Precision RotorsBanshee Tech - High Speed RotorsBanshee Tech -Hedge ArmorsBanshee Tech - Apparition ArmorBanshee Tech - Inertia MissilesBanshee Tech - Destabilizer MissilesDescription: A versatile multi-tool, the Legendary Banshee provides powerful aerial support. With a variety of missile options, the Banshee sends enemy forces into disarray. SEE THE FULL BRIEF HEREFIXED - Upgrades using Logistics causing RED BOX ERROR. Players, can now move forward with upgrading units with logistics. FIXED - Wanderer Kabuto appearing in the Barracks. He has been removed. Players will now be able to select units that they are able to build. Fair Play RoadmapRead the full article HERE JOIN OUR DISCORD HERERead full article on Community Announcements (Kix_Hank)Patch NotesOfficial
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The following changes & fixes are being applied in the 16.15 Release on THURSDAY, August 13th, at 3 PM PDT.(Pacific Time) \Shadow Ops] - SPIDER’S WHISPER CHAPTER 2 PHASE 1Start - Friday, August 14th, 10:00 AM PDT End - Friday, August 21st, 10:00 AM PDT PHASE 2Start - Friday, August 21st, 10:00 AM PDTEnd - Friday, August 28th, 10:00 AM PDT PHASE 3Start - Friday, August 28th, 10:00 AM PDTEnd - Wednesday, September 2nd, 11:59:59 PM PDT\\ Featuring:Baron Anansi PartsBroadside Tech - Double RivetsBroadside Tech - Overlapped PlatesBroadside Tech - 75mm Armor PiercingBroadside Tech - 90mm FlechetteEarn parts for the new Unique Unit, BARON ANANSI! Earn 3 Parts over the next 3 months, with the final Part available in the November Main Event! SEE THE FULL BRIEF HERESTARTS: Friday, August 14th, at 10 AM PDT ENDS: Tuesday, August 18th, at 10 AM PDT STORE CLOSES: Wednesday, August 19th at 10 AM PDT Featuring:Wanderer Kabuto PartsWanderer Kabuto Build Logistics 12 HrsWanderer Kabuto Upgrade Logistics 12 HrsWanderer Kabuto Standard Upgrade TokensWanderer Kabuto Elite Upgrade TokensWanderer Kabuto Rangers Enlistment Faction TechWanderer Kabuto Equinox Treaty Faction TechSpec OpsNavy Run Prototype (1 Broadside level 1) (1 Hour)Navy Run Standard (2 Broadside level 5) (1 Hour)Navy Run Elite (3 Broadside level 10) (1 Hour)Broadside WarpaintsSpectreSaprophyteBaronyAltarian Midway Warpaint - Blacked OutUpgrade TokensBroadsideVoidhammerBROASIDE, WANDERER KABUTO & MIDWAY WARPAINTSSEE THE FULL BRIEF HEREFIXED - NUX (New User Experience ) - If a player is inside a bubble, they are unable to complete the Defense Wave Mission. NUX - Removed unassociated units from production buildings. NUX - Placing all 6 Power Plants or Defense Platforms does not complete the mission as intended.HOLDOUT - Players able to “attack move” off the map. SECTOR BREACH - Pop-up image error.JOIN DISCORD HERERead full article on Community Announcements (Kix_Hank)Patch NotesOfficial
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The following changes & fixes are being applied in the 16.14.1 Release on WEDNESDAY, August 5th, at 3 PM PDT STARTS: Thursday, August 6th, at 10 AM PDT ENDS: Wednesday, August 12th at 10 AM PDT STORE CLOSES: Thursday, August 13th at 10 AM PDTFeaturing:New! Broadside UnitSpec Op: Broadside PromotionBroadside Upgrade Token Broadside 24 Hr Build LogisticBroadside MaxbuildableMidway Unlock PartsMidway Upgrade TokenMidway Tech: Ironclad ShellsMidway Tech: Neptune RoundsMidway Tech: Man of WarVoidhammer Upgrade TokenVoidhammer Nova Burst DampenersVoidhammer Tech: Photon Refractor MeshEvent TrophyDESCRIPTION: Based on pre war blueprints, the Broadside augments its powerful experimental shell cannon with a built in missile salvo. Best used with a naval doctrine, this land ship overwhelms enemy fortifications with heavy bombardment.STARTS: Friday, August 14th, at 10 AM PDT ENDS: Tuesday, August 18th, at 10 AM PDT STORE CLOSES: Wednesday, August 19th at 10 AM PDT Featuring:Wanderer Kabuto Standard PartsWanderer Kabuto Elite PartsWanderer Kabuto Omega PartsSpec OpsNavy Run Prototype (1 Broadside level 1) (1 Hour)Navy Run Standard (2 Broadside level 5) (1 Hour)Navy Run Elite (3 Broadside level 10) (1 Hour)Broadside WarpaintsSpectreSaprophyteBaronyAltarian Midway Warpaint - Blacked OutMercenary Full Build LogisticsSnow ManBearguardGunslingerQuartermasterYulebreakerUpgrade TokensBroadsideVoidhammerBlue BURR Warpaint Visual issue. HOLDOUT - Players able to “attack move” off the map. SECTOR BREACH - Pop-up image error. STEAM NUX - Placing all 6 Power Plants or Defense Platforms does not complete the mission as intended. STEAM NUX - If a player is inside a bubble, they are unable to complete the Defense Wave Mission.Join Discord HERERead full article on Community Announcements (Kix_Hank)Patch NotesOfficial
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Release 16.14 - Thursday, July 30th, at 3 PM PDT.(Pacific Time) STARTS: Friday, July 31st at 10 AM PDT ENDS: Monday, August 3rd at 10 AM PDT STORE CLOSES: Tuesday, August 4th at 10 AM PDTFeaturing:New Unit - MIDWAYMidway Unlock PartsMidway Upgrade TokensMidway 24hr Build LogisticsMidway Tech - Ironclad ShellsMidway Tech - Neptune RoundsMidway Tech - Man of WarValiant Mk.II Upgrade TokenValiant Mk.II MaxbuildableNEW UNIT - MIDWAYDescription: Coming from a distant Sector, Midway once lived as a man of the sea. What’s a sea? No one is sure, but Midway claims that the land ends, and water stretches on forever. Whether he’s telling the truth or not, he brings a variety of unique tactics to tank command. Despite being a newcomer to the Rangers, he has been trusted with the development and deployment of a modified battle tank system.See the full Event Brief in Helpshift HERE FIXED - STEAM. Player display name not showing when sending a message.FIXED - Moving a building to an illegal space and attempting to speed up a building after using resources at the beginning results in a “Base Is Busy” error. FIXED - "Reconnect" button in Steam error popups so it correctly reloads the game instead of redirecting to the Facebook login page.FIXED - Disabled PVP (base and platoon) in all NUX sectors.Exploit/Cheat fixShort: Exploitable attack feature fixedLong: Thanks to reports from players, we found an attack exploit and have now patched this.HOLDOUT - Players able to “attack move” off the map. SECTOR BREACH - Pop-up image error. STEAM NUX - Placing all 6 Power Plants or Defense Platforms does not complete the mission as intended. STEAM NUX - If a player is inside a bubble, they are unable to complete the Defense Wave Mission.WAR COMMANDER DISCORD SERVERRead full article on Community Announcements (Kix_Hank)
