Matrix Games

Overview ( More Info )

From Colonial wars to American independence in Birth of America, you control one of the major contenders of the 2 conflicts that shape America trying to achieve military and political victory in either the French & Indian Wars or the war for Independence. Immerse yourself in Birth of America for the PC. Birth of America, gives you command of the military forces vying for power. This includes such activities as drafting forces, building forts and depots, sieges and blockades, raiding enemy set

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Features

10 different scenarios covering both the French & Indian War and the American War of Independence
Scenarios range in length from a few months to almost 9 years
Over 700 provinces, with a great diversity of terrain, climates and civilization levels.
Over 100 historical leaders at your command.
Troop types include dragoons, siege artillery, rangers, marines, ships of the line and lake flotillas over ninety different units in all
Troops are controlled at the regiment level and can be arranged into various needed detachments. Naval units come in the form of warship squadrons and flotillas. You can also manage supply wagons, water transport, forts and depots
Troops will lay siege to forts and towns or go for the quick and costly direct assault.
Weather effects troop movement, attrition and combat
A unique hand-made graphical design and work that reminds players of the boardgame spirit and quality handicraft of the 18th Century
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Birth of America Review (German) (auf Deutsch)
"Anyone who enjoys playing straight strategy games will be inspired [by Birth of America]" (translated)

Birth of America Review
"I think there are two types of people who would be entranced by this game: those who are fascinated with this period of history, and those who think the specific strategic challenge of fighting in a large area with only a few troops is interesting. "

Armchair General Review
A stunningly beautiful game which covers a period lacking much prior attention. Super AI and very challenging, yet also easy to jump right in and play. All the factors of warfare in the era (leadership, logistics, population control, and so forth) are included. If you have any interest at all in this time, buy it and prepare to write off all your spare time. It is that good!

The Wargamer Review
Birth of America could have easily been a generic game set in 18th century North America by virtue only of graphics and text. Instead, the developer created gameplay to fit to the nuances and peculiarities of these wars, and the hard work paid off. The player’s role is limited at the strategic level, but depth of factors influencing outcomes necessitates thoughtful decisions that make Birth of America a unique and enjoyable game.