Command Armies From a Fresh World War Lens: Steam’s 93%-Loved Strategy Hit Drops to Its Lowest Price Yet

Strategy fans who grew up on classic Flash games have a good reason to revisit the trenches. The Warfare Legacy Collection, a remastered package bringing together Warfare 1917 and Warfare 1944, is currently discounted by 25% on Steam until March 2. It’s the first time the collection has dropped to this price, landing at around $7.50 instead of the usual $10.

What makes the Warfare series stand out from many World War strategy games is its distinctive side-scrolling perspective. Rather than the typical top-down or isometric view, battles unfold in a horizontal “tug-of-war” format that keeps the action readable, fast to grasp, and surprisingly tense. You’ll deploy infantry, tanks, and artillery while pushing the frontline forward, choosing the right units and timing to break through enemy defenses.

This Legacy Collection doesn’t simply bundle two older titles. Alongside the definitive, updated versions of Warfare 1917 and Warfare 1944, it also adds a new Battle of the Bulge campaign, giving returning players fresh content while staying true to the series’ original feel. You can command forces such as British, German, or US troops across historical scenarios, and when you want to experiment, the game also supports custom battles with freely chosen units and maps.

The collection launched in April 2025 and has built a strong reputation with nearly 900 user reviews on Steam and a 93% positive rating. A lot of that praise comes from the nostalgia factor—Warfare 1917 first arrived as a Flash game back in 2008—paired with the convenience of having both games modernized and packaged together. That said, some players point out that the total playtime can be relatively short, often around three to six hours, which is why many recommend grabbing it on sale rather than at full price.

For handheld players, there’s more good news: the collection carries a “Playable” tag for Steam Deck, suggesting it should run well on modern portable PC gaming devices with only minor adjustments.

If you’ve been craving a World War strategy game that feels different from the usual overhead battlefield format—or you want to revisit a well-loved classic with updated features and an extra campaign—this limited-time discount is a solid moment to jump in. The 25% off deal runs through March 2.