Finest Hour (2013)

Genres: Strategy Simulation

iOS

Released: 2013-07-04

Requirements

iPhone 3G S, iPad Wifi, iPad 3G, iPod Touch Third Gen, iPhone 4, iPod Touch Fourth Gen, iPad 2 Wifi, iPad 2 3G, iPhone 4S, iPad Third Gen, iPad Third Gen 4G, iPhone 5, iPod Touch Fifth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen 4G, iPad Mini, iPad Mini 4G, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad Air, iPad Air Cellular, iPad Mini Retina, iPad Mini Retina Cellular, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Cellular, iPad Mini 3, iPad Mini 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Sixth Gen, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Mini 4, iPad Mini 4 Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro Cellular, iPad Pro 9.7, iPad Pro 9.7 Cellular, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPad 6 1 1, iPad 6 1 2

Developers

Offworld Games

Publishers

Offworld Games

App Store (https://apps.apple.com/app/finest-hour/id530055648?mt=8&uo=4)

Tags:
Multiplayer War combat achievements Destruction Tanks fight fire tabletop tank reaction

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Description

Engage your armored units in intense World War II tank conflicts spanning across Europe and North Africa in this detailed turn-based strategy experience. Finest Hour challenges players with tactical depth, realistic mechanics, and strategic decision-making, providing a comprehensive simulation of mid-20th-century armored warfare.

Key Features

Innovative Gameplay Mechanics: Utilizing advanced AI-powered "Resolver" Technology, Finest Hour eliminates outdated game systems common in casual TBS tank titles, offering streamlined and intelligent decision-making for both players and opponents.
Fog of War Implementation: Experience authentic tactical scenarios with realistic line-of-sight constraints, firing arcs, and precise reaction fire mechanics, delivering challenging engagements that test your strategic planning.
Online Multiplayer: Participate in asynchronous multiplayer battles with a 48-hour turn window. Push notifications alert you when it is your move, keeping multiplayer interactions flexible yet competitive.
Permanent Unit Loss: Every tank on the battlefield holds strategic importance. When destroyed, it is permanently removed from play, though players can access reinforcements to replenish forces as needed.
Game Center Integration: Compete across more than six leaderboards and strive to unlock over fifteen achievements, enhancing the competitive and replayable aspects of the game.
Diverse Tank Arsenal: Command a variety of tanks, including Panzers, Stuarts, Crusaders, Stugs, Hellcats, and Tigers. Each unit features unique combat characteristics and is represented with high-quality collectible card artwork.
Team-Based Engagements: Players can face opponents individually or join forces with a friend in coordinated battles, promoting strategic teamwork and cooperative gameplay.

Requirements

Internet connection is necessary to access all game features.
A Game Center account is required to track achievements and participate in leaderboards.
Compatible with devices running iOS 5.0 or later versions.

Critical Reception

iOS Board Games: Rated 5 out of 5 stars, highlighting the game’s balance and engagement in turn-based strategy.

iFanzine.com: Praises the game as an excellent tabletop-miniature style experience, capturing the essence of tactical WWII tank warfare.

Follow the Developers

Twitter: @OffworldGames
Facebook: OffworldGames

Music Composition

Soundtrack created by Mike Weiser (www.mikeweisermusic.com, ASCAP) and Mattias Holmgren (www.morningdewmedia.com), providing an immersive audio experience that complements the strategic intensity of the game.

Our Verdict

Verdict: Finest Hour (2013)

Finest Hour delivers a solid turn-based tank strategy experience that feels fresh and exciting. The game’s AI-driven battles and realistic fog of war make each fight tense and rewarding. Casual players and strategy fans alike will enjoy planning their moves and watching the results unfold.

The permanent tank loss system adds real stakes, while online multiplayer and leaderboards give the game long-term replay value. The visuals for each tank are detailed and appealing, making collection and upgrades fun. Overall, it’s well-polished and easy to jump into without feeling overwhelming.

We recommend Finest Hour for anyone who loves strategy games with a historical twist. It’s challenging, engaging, and keeps you thinking with every move. Definitely worth trying if you enjoy tactical battles and World War II themes.

FAQ

Finest Hour is a turn-based strategy game set in World War 2, where players command tanks in battles across Europe and North Africa.

You can play Finest Hour on iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch models running iOS 5.0 or higher.

Yes, Finest Hour features online multiplayer. Players have 48 hours to make their moves, with push notifications when it’s their turn.

Key features include AI-assisted 'Resolver' technology, Fog of War with realistic firing arcs, permanent tank destruction, Game Center leaderboards and achievements, over 10 recruitable tanks, and team battles.

Yes, Finest Hour requires an internet connection and a Game Center account to play.

You can use tanks like Panzers, Stuarts, Crusaders, Stugs, Hellcats, Tigers, and more, each with unique combat profiles and collectible card-quality artwork.

Yes, each tank is valuable and lost forever if destroyed, though reinforcements are available when needed.

Yes, the game offers over 15 achievements and more than 6 Game Center leaderboards for players to compete on.

Finest Hour was developed by Offworld Games.

Finest Hour is rated 'Teen' by the ESRB.

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