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Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow

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Release Date: June 19, 2025

Strategy, RTS, Modern Conflicts, War Strategy, Alternative History, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet

Broken Arrow is a real-time strategy game, which refers to such games as World in Conflict or Wargame. The project presents the story of a fictional armed conflict between the USA and Russia. We can use various modern weaponry on the battlefield. There is a story campaign and we can also use a built-in scenario editor.

7.6

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5.6

Steam

9.2

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Broken Arrow is a real-time strategy that presents a fictional conflict between the United States and Russia in the modern world. This project refers in its gameplay style to titles such as World in Conflict or Wargame - it shows large-scale clashes using modern weaponry. It was developed by Steel Balalaika studio. The publisher is Slitherine.

Gameplay

In Broken Arrow we watch the action from various perspectives - from a distant bird's eye view to close-ups of individual units.

Dynamic battles, factions

The game is about controlling troops and taking part in great clashes of armies using modern equipment. The player can lead one of two factions - either USA or Russia - and use several hundred units divided into six categories: reconnaissance, infantry, combat vehicles, support, helicopters, and air forces.

Personalized units

The game also offers the possibility of customizing the equipment and gear of our soldiers (we can choose specialized equipment, such as thermal imaging goggles, silencers, or drones used for reconnaissance) and vehicles (we can change the armor and choose a range of additional equipment).

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Early Access:June 16, 2025

Developer: Steel Balalaika

Publisher: Slitherine / Matrix Games

Age restrictions: 16+

Features

Originals

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News

Most devs don’t really want to go Early Access, says the creator of the RTS hit Tempest Rising. Yet Broken Arrow shows why EA is sometimes a better choice

Most devs don’t really want to go Early Access, says the creator of the RTS hit Tempest Rising. Yet Broken Arrow shows why EA is sometimes a better choice

Full release or Early Access? Frederik Schreiber explains why devs often skip EA, but Broken Arrow proves the risks of that decision.

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Olga Racinowska

September 26, 2025

Most devs don’t really want to go Early Access, says the creator of the RTS hit Tempest Rising. Yet Broken Arrow shows why EA is sometimes a better choice
This year's biggest RTS hit has ended its honeymoon. Broken Arrow is plagued by Chinese cheaters, and ratings are going down

This year's biggest RTS hit has ended its honeymoon. Broken Arrow is plagued by Chinese cheaters, and ratings are going down

Broken Arrow is facing a wave of negative reviews, much of which is coming from China. Players are also complaining about the scourge of cheaters.

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Martin Bukowski

July 10, 2025

This year's biggest RTS hit has ended its honeymoon. Broken Arrow is plagued by Chinese cheaters, and ratings are going down
Cheaters are still running wild in Broken Arrow. Without solid anti-cheat tools in place, the battle against them is moving way too slowly

Cheaters are still running wild in Broken Arrow. Without solid anti-cheat tools in place, the battle against them is moving way too slowly

It’s hard to enjoy the game with so many cheaters running around. Broken Arrow players have been calling it out since the beta, but it doesn’t seem like much has changed.

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Olga Racinowska

June 26, 2025

Cheaters are still running wild in Broken Arrow. Without solid anti-cheat tools in place, the battle against them is moving way too slowly
Will we get Xbox and PS5 ports of Broken Arrow? Console release explained

Will we get Xbox and PS5 ports of Broken Arrow? Console release explained

Broken Arrow is one of the biggest RTS releases of this year. Sadly, it was launched only on PC. So, will Xbox or PS5 gamers also be able to play?

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Agnes Adamus

June 24, 2025

Will we get Xbox and PS5 ports of Broken Arrow? Console release explained
Broken Arrow vs. Warno - how similar are they? Let’s break down what sets them apart

Broken Arrow vs. Warno - how similar are they? Let’s break down what sets them apart

Modern warfare vs. Cold War chess, Broken Arrow and Warno compared. They may share a genre, but their gameplay, pacing, and style couldn’t be more different.

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Olga Racinowska

June 24, 2025

Broken Arrow vs. Warno - how similar are they? Let’s break down what sets them apart
Can you save during a mission in Broken Arrow campaign? Steel Balalaika's approach may disappoint you

Can you save during a mission in Broken Arrow campaign? Steel Balalaika's approach may disappoint you

Have you tried saving the game during a mission in Broken Arrow's campaign? After searching for a long time for such an option, you might be surprised by Steel Balalaika's approach.

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Aleksander Kartasinski

June 24, 2025

Can you save during a mission in Broken Arrow campaign? Steel Balalaika's approach may disappoint you
Broken Arrow devs are trolling us with a classic. There's something waiting for us inside the APC

Broken Arrow devs are trolling us with a classic. There's something waiting for us inside the APC

There’s a little surprise in the APC in Broken Arrow. You probably don’t even need to scan it to guess what it is.

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Olga Racinowska

June 20, 2025

Broken Arrow devs are trolling us with a classic. There's something waiting for us inside the APC
Need help with your Broken Arrow deck? Community has got you covered

Need help with your Broken Arrow deck? Community has got you covered

RTS Broken Arrow allows you to create your own deck. If you can’t pick the best units, though, there is a place you should visit.

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Agnes Adamus

June 17, 2025

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Broken Arrow is the year’s biggest RTS, hitting 31,000 players even before its official release

Broken Arrow is the year’s biggest RTS, hitting 31,000 players even before its official release

As fun as the multiplayer is, the absence of any real solo content in Broken Arrow is hard to ignore. It feels like a piece of the game is just missing.

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Olga Racinowska

June 17, 2025

Broken Arrow is the year’s biggest RTS, hitting 31,000 players even before its official release
Server issues in Broken Arrow. “Not all players are connected”

Server issues in Broken Arrow. “Not all players are connected”

After some problems with download, it seems that more and more people report server issues. There is a peculiar error, which pops up but it may be not all. Be patient.

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Damian Gacek

June 16, 2025

Server issues in Broken Arrow. “Not all players are connected”

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Broken Arrow Video Game:

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PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-6700 3.4 GHz / AMD Ryzen 3 2200G 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1650 / Radeon RX 570, 85 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i9-9900K 3.6 GHz / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 3.4 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 10 GB GeForce RTX 3080 / 16 GB Radeon RX 6800 XT, 85 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Broken Arrow Video Game.

7.6

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 67% of Critics. There are 8 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

NextPlay: 6 / 10 by Mario Milos

Broken Arrow does enough to differentiate itself brilliantly from what already exists in the market. Unfortunately, the heavy focus on multiplayer holds it back due to cheaters and leavers. Whether the game survives depends heavily on the coming weeks.

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Jump Dash Roll: 7 / 10 by Derek Johnson

Broken Arrow, while almost functionally identical to its competitors, has enough unique elements to help it stand out to its very niche audience.

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GamesCreed: 2.5 / 5 by Maisie Scott

From gameplay to unit diversity to mission planning, Broken Arrow provides one of the finest experiences of any current military RTS. However, it seemed unfinished for several reasons. Even though it isn't in early access, the game has an oddly incomplete feel to it.

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56%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (25,379)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Graphics and Visuals: Many users praised the game's graphics, noting that the models, effects, and textures provide a modern and visually appealing experience.
  • Gameplay Mechanics: The core gameplay mechanics, including unit customization and tactical decision-making, are generally well-received. Players appreciate the depth of strategy involved in deck-building and the variety of military units.
  • Engaging Multiplayer: Some players find the multiplayer experience enjoyable, especially when playing with friends or in well-coordinated teams.
  • Potential for Growth: Several reviews express optimism about the game's potential to improve with updates and community support.

The main cons of the game

  • Cheating Issues: A significant number of reviews highlight rampant cheating in the multiplayer mode, with players noting that the anti-cheat system is ineffective.
  • Balance Problems: Many users complain about a noticeable imbalance favoring the Russian faction, with Russian units often perceived as overpowered compared to their US counterparts.
  • Technical Issues: Frequent bugs, desync problems, and server instability are common complaints, making the game frustrating to play.
  • Lack of Basic Features: Players criticize the absence of essential features like a save function in the campaign mode, a replay system, and a robust penalty system for players who leave matches early.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Save Function in Campaign Mode: Players are frustrated by the inability to save progress mid-mission, especially given the lengthy nature of some missions.
  • Single-player Skirmish Mode: Many users express disappointment over the lack of a proper skirmish mode against AI, which is a staple in most RTS games.
  • Replay System: A replay feature is requested for learning and content creation purposes, as it is crucial for competitive play.
  • More Game Modes: Users want additional multiplayer modes beyond the current 5v5 setup, such as 1v1 or 2v2 matches.
  • Improved Communication from Developers: Players desire better communication from the development team regarding updates, fixes, and community concerns.

Summary

  • Overall, while "Broken Arrow" has a solid foundation and potential, user reviews reveal significant issues that need to be addressed for it to reach its full potential.

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9.2

USERS Score

Average score from votes. 21 players anticipated the game.

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