Company of Heroes debuts multiplayer skirmish mode for iOS port

Company of Heroes, the acclaimed World War II real-time strategy (RTS) game from Relic Entertainment and ported by Feral Interactive, is finally getting multiplayer! A recent iOS beta update introduces the highly anticipated skirmish mode.

Relic Entertainment, known for the Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War series, also boasts a strong legacy with its Company of Heroes franchise. The original mobile port lacked multiplayer, a significant omission now rectified.

The iOS Company of Heroes page confirms the arrival of online skirmish mode as a beta feature. Players can now engage in head-to-head combat, commanding factions inspired by real-world World War II militaries, including Americans, Germans, British (UK), and Panzer Elite forces (from the Opposing Fronts expansion).

Company of Heroes masterfully blends realistic warfare with engaging RTS gameplay. Strategic depth is paramount; superior units don't guarantee victory. A single misstep can decimate exposed infantry or leave tanks vulnerable.

While I personally preferred the AI challenge in RTS games due to the skill level of some human opponents, this multiplayer addition is a major win for fans who missed this key feature in the polished iOS version.

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