Company of Heroes Launches iOS Multiplayer Skirmish Mode

Fans of the acclaimed real-time strategy game Company of Heroes by Relic Entertainment, now ported by Feral Interactive, have a reason to celebrate. The game, which has been available on mobile devices for some time, is finally introducing the much-anticipated multiplayer feature. A recent iOS beta has added the highly-requested Skirmish Mode, allowing players to engage in thrilling battles as factions inspired by real-life World War II militaries.

Relic Entertainment, known for their Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War series, has also earned acclaim for their WWII RTS, Company of Heroes. Initially released on mobile without multiplayer capabilities, the game is now bridging that gap with the introduction of Online Skirmish Mode as a beta feature. This update lets players battle it out online as factions such as the Americans, Germans, and the expanded UK and Panzer Elite forces from the Opposing Fronts expansion.

Company of Heroes has always been praised for its unique blend of realistic warfare and engaging RTS gameplay. Success in the game isn't solely determined by the cost of your units; strategic missteps can lead to devastating losses, such as leaving infantry vulnerable or exposing a tank's weak armor.

There goes my (Company of) Hero(es)I've always found the challenge of facing AI in RTS games particularly appealing, especially given the high skill level of some players in terms of build orders and unit micromanagement. For those who have been eagerly awaiting this feature in the polished iOS version of this RTS classic, this update marks a significant milestone.

While you wait for the full rollout of multiplayer, consider expanding your strategy game collection. You might be surprised at the wealth of options available on mobile devices. Check out our list of the top 25 best strategy games for Android and iOS to discover more RTS and grand-strategy titles that will put your tactical skills to the test.