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Matrix Games is the new Home of Combat Mission

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Hi everyone,

We are excited to announce the acquisition of Battlefront, the renowned developers behind the Combat Mission series.

ELEVATING COMBAT MISSION'S LEGACY
This strategic move underscores our commitment to the wargaming community and the legacy of Combat Mission—a franchise celebrated for its unmatched tactical and strategic depth. With over 1 million copies sold worldwide, Combat Mission remains a defining force in the genre, setting the standard for authentic warfare simulations.



LOOKING FORWARD
This acquisition marks a new chapter for Combat Mission, as we plan to enhance the series with cutting-edge technology and innovative gameplay, all while preserving the core elements that have made it a favorite among wargamers for over 25 years.

Battlefront's entire team, including the original creators, will be joining Slitherine, ensuring the continuity and quality that fans have come to expect.

This partnership makes a milestone in wargaming, with Slitherine and Battlefront committed to delivering the best possible experience and ensuring the continued growth and success of the Combat Mission franchise.

AVAILABILITY & DISTRIBUTION
Combat Mission titles will continue to be available on all current platforms, including Matrix Games and Steam. To help both new and existing players, we have updated our FAQ and "How to Download My Games" sections, making it easier than ever to access and enjoy the series.

A DAY OF CELEBRATION
To celebrate this exciting milestone, we're thrilled to offer discounts of up to 60% on all Combat Mission titles. This is a limited-time sale, available until September 3rd, so don't miss out:

Additionally, we have organized a full day of streaming on our Twitch channel. The schedule includes a variety of Combat Mission titles, showcasing gameplay and strategies. Join us to experience our streamers in action and engage with our community.

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We are also pleased to announce the opening of subscriptions for a new Battle for Normandy tournament featuring three brand new maps. These maps have been meticulously crafted, all starting from the master map of the Battle Pack 2.

Enjoy this Combat Mission milestone and celebration and don’t miss this perfect opportunity to expand your collection and dive into the acclaimed tactical warfare series at an unbeatable price.
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Could have sworn I saw other posts here before I had to reset my password.

I would love to hear from Steve of former Battlefront.com about this acquisition and what it holds for the future of Combat Mission.
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Wow, how's that going?

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Will there be global updates ?

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Baldrick0712 wrote: Tue Aug 27, 2024 6:09 pm Could have sworn I saw other posts here before I had to reset my password.

I would love to hear from Steve of former Battlefront.com about this acquisition and what it holds for the future of Combat Mission.
Steve has had quite a bit to say on the BFC forums and it's been amazing.

Having more people and resources means CM3 is much closer than it was. Which is interesting considering Steve owns up to already playing CM3 on his computer, so the future is brighter than ever.
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Why is the promotion exclusive on Steam ?
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terminator wrote: Wed Aug 28, 2024 9:30 am Why is the promotion exclusive on Steam ?
There are discounts also on selected stores such as GOG, Gamersgate, Fanatical and Green Man Gaming.
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One question how does the pbem+ work? i put my email but says already in use.
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What is the future of Battlefront Combat Mission eLicenses under Slitherine?
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Would I be correct in thinking that the GOG Combat Mission Battle for Normandy - Commonwealth Forces will not work for the direct download from Slitherine.
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I've just bought Combat Mission: Battle for Normandy - Battle Pack 2, but can't download it:

"The page you are trying to reach is currently unavailable. This may be due to a scheduled maintenance, please try again later."

And I would like to buy Combat Mission Downfall, which is € 14,- on Steam, but € 33.99 on Slitherine...

Please advise.
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Should bugs be reported here? I am told that BF 'Helpdesk' does not respond to bugs. It seems that Bugs are to be 'reported' in the BF forum. But they don't get responded to by actual employees but gamers. Obviously, gamers can not correct software issues. And, given the topics about Ukraine, it seems the main person at BF posts and reads there mostly.
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Ping @BFCElvis on the BFC forums and he will set you straight.
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waltshumate wrote: Sat Aug 31, 2024 4:51 pm Would I be correct in thinking that the GOG Combat Mission Battle for Normandy - Commonwealth Forces will not work for the direct download from Slitherine.
You should be to play, regardless of where you purchased them.

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Rebel Yell wrote: Sat Sep 07, 2024 4:36 am Ping @BFCElvis on the BFC forums and he will set you straight.
No, he just handles issues dealing with loading games and such. And he has directed bug questions towards other companies if you buy from them.
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Baldrick0712 wrote: Tue Aug 27, 2024 6:09 pm Could have sworn I saw other posts here before I had to reset my password.

I would love to hear from Steve of former Battlefront.com about this acquisition and what it holds for the future of Combat Mission.
I agree. I think an announcement of future releases and other plans concerning Combat Mission would do a lot to convince the CM community that the games are in good hands.
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I agree. I think an announcement of future releases and other plans concerning Combat Mission would do a lot to convince the CM community that the games are in good hands.
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The chatter is mostly about Ukraine

TBH, I would never buy their company. CM3 will be out in 7 years. maybe. It would be interesting to know if ALL new product is managed by BF. BF started trying to be a Big Time game god. CM is the only real product
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Elron Hubbub wrote: Sat Sep 14, 2024 3:47 am [quote}
I agree. I think an announcement of future releases and other plans concerning Combat Mission would do a lot to convince the CM community that the games are in good hands.
The chatter is mostly about Ukraine

TBH, I would never buy their company. CM3 will be out in 7 years. maybe. It would be interesting to know if ALL new product is managed by BF. BF started trying to be a Big Time game god. CM is the only real product
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And as it happens by FAR the best wargame ever made. :lol:

Btw I don't like your posts. Far to negative about BF, which is a superb and very helpful company.
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I don't like your posts. In fact, you have quoted yourself, not me.
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