MekWar

MekWar is a turn-based tactical computer game developed by Red Eagle Games and published by SSI in 1994. It is a spin-off of the popular MechWarrior series, focusing on squad-level combat with BattleMechs. The game allows players to control a lance of four BattleMechs, engaging in strategic battles against opposing forces.

The gameplay in MekWar revolves around positioning units, managing heat from weapons fire, and exploiting terrain for tactical advantage. Each BattleMech has distinct weapon systems, armor, and mobility characteristics, requiring players to carefully consider their unit composition and deployment. Combat is resolved through dice rolls modified by various factors, including range, target's movement, and hit location.

MekWar features a campaign mode where players progress through a series of missions, often tied to a narrative involving mercenary companies and interstellar conflicts. There are also skirmish modes allowing for custom battles. The game utilizes a relatively simple 2D isometric perspective for its battlefield representation. Despite its age, MekWar is appreciated by fans of the BattleTech universe for its faithful adaptation of the tabletop combat system into a digital format. It is considered a more focused and accessible entry point into the BattleTech gaming franchise compared to the more complex simulations of the MechWarrior series.