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The History Channel: Civil War – A Nation Divided

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received mixed reviews with the main criticisms being stale gameplay, average graphics, low difficulty, poor AI, and the short length of the game, also, many people complained about various historical mistakes, or even lack of important details (like incorrect uniforms, lack of various infantries and
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listed the game # 5 of his “5 Games Set During The American Civil War”, stating “Despite mixed reviews from critics, this title has gained a deserving amount of esteem, notably due to the fresh gameplay, accurate representation of firearms and historic battles, and even the chaotic noises and sounds
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During the game, the player can play through a total of twelve different battles from the Civil War. The battles are divided into two campaigns: North and South. Each campaign contains six historic battles. The player must play through each battle to unlock the next one. After the first five
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regiments which is especially noticeable during the Bull Run level). However, many critics were pleased by the unique setting and fresh gameplay.
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Each battle can be played on one of three difficulty modes: Easy, Normal and Hard. Completing the game on any mode unlocks an achievement.
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one might have heard upon the battlegrounds, certifying this title's position as iconic to American Civil Wargames.”
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Weapons of the war are portrayed accurately and have corresponding reloading processes. For example, the
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is relatively short, spanning twelve levels based on some of the most well known battles of the
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Melee combat is also a large part of the game, just as it was during the war. The
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Not to be confused with The History Channel: Civil War – Great Battles.
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No multiplayer features are present in the title, but the
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Game Rant’s “5 Games Set During The American Civil War”
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First-person shooter
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first-person shooter
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History Channel
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PlayStation 2
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American Civil War
Confederate Soldier
Union Soldier
Cold Harbor
Petersburg

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