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Scorched Earth

Tanks battle in two-dimensional terrain, with each player adjusting the angle and power of their tank turret before each shot.

Made by Unknown Author

  • dos-games

  • artillery-game

  • 2D Game

  • tank-game

What is Scorched Earth?

Scorched Earth is a turn-based artillery video game in which players command tanks that engage in combat on a two-dimensional landscape. The game features a wide array of customization options, allowing players to adjust factors such as gravity, wind, and meteorite showers, as well as access a diverse selection of specialized weapon payloads. Scorched Earth is widely regarded as the seminal example of the "turn-based artillery" game genre, offering a rich and dynamic gameplay experience

Highlights

  • Turn-based artillery combat between tanks on a 2D terrain
  • Extensive customization options, including gravity, wind, and environmental effects
  • Variety of specialized weapon payloads for unique combat scenarios
  • Considered the archetypal "turn-based artillery" game, influencing the genre

Platforms

  • Windows
  • MS-DOS

Languages

  • English

Features

    • Customizable

    • Turn Based