HISTORY Legends of War: Patton Dated By Rebecca Smith, 04 Nov 2012 FollowtopicsHistory Legends of War (NA)Maximum GamesStrategyRebecca Smith General George Smith Patton Jr. was an eccentric and controversial leader of the United States Army who commanded troops in North Africa, Sicily and Europe during World War II. In 1944, Patton led the US Third Army across Europe as they advanced farther and liberated more territory than any other army. Slitherine and Enigma Software Productions' new strategy title, History Legends of War (NA), will put players in charge of Patton's Third Army as they move from the beaches of Normandy in the west of France to Berlin in the heart of Germany.The game combines strategy gaming with turn-based tactics and RPG elements as players attempt to end the war campaign across the Western European Theatre. Beginning in August 1944, the single player campaign and individual missions will allow players to command special units that include snipers, commandos, fighters, bombers, and more.There will be a total of 21 different missions spanning four unique operations and four mission types: Attack, Defense, Infiltration, and Sabotage. As players progress through the campaign they will earn prestige points that can be used to enhance their army and their techniques. Prestige is awarded according to the proficiency with which players complete a mission.The game has been developed in conjunction with the History Channel. At the start of each mission, players will see the historical dates of Patton's battles displayed on screen that apply "a uniquely fact-based framework which completely immerses the player".The game will also include a Hot Seat mode, a local multiplayer mode that allows two players to battle with each other. Take a look at this previously released trailer showcasing a bit of gameplay.HISTORY Legends of War: Patton is due to be released on November 20th in North America. Release dates for other regions are yet to be revealed.We've got the full list of History Legends of War (NA) achievements - check the list for guides to unlocking them.More History Legends of War stories: History: Legends of War Trailer History: Legends of War Patton Headed to Europe HISTORY Legends of War Release Window and Trailer Legends of War: Patton Trailer Takes Its Turn HISTORY Legends of War: Patton Teaser Trailer Release DateVideoScreenshotsUpcoming ReleaseXbox 360 Written by Rebecca SmithRebecca is the Newshound Manager at TrueGaming Network. She has been contributing articles since 2010, especially those that involve intimidatingly long lists. When not writing news, she works in an independent game shop so that she can spend all day talking about games too. She'll occasionally go outside.