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THQ has confirmed more details regarding their upcoming PC strategy game ‘Company of Heroes 2′ for PC. The sequel will take players to the front-lines of Russia in “early 2013″. 

 

The announcement was made in the latest edition of THQ’s “Investor Relations” newswires. The sequel “moves the battle away from the common Western Front focus of World War II and refocuses on some of history’s most brutal and devastating conflicts on the Eastern Front” states THQ in the press-release. Players will take command of “the iconic Red Army and repel the Nazi invaders from the very gates of Moscow”.

 

The game is being built to run on the Relic Entertainment, Essence 3.0 Engine and will bring “innovative Dynamic Battle Tactics, increased graphical fidelity and new environmental destruction”.

 

For those of you unfamiliar with the series, here is the official description for the upcoming game, as listed by THQ:

It is 1941 and the beginning of what will become the most brutal conflict of World War II, as Germany launches a full-scale invasion of the frozen tundra of the Soviet Union which would result in over 14 million military casualties. Take command of the iconic Soviet Red Army in brutal frontline warfare to free Mother Russia from the invading Nazis. Your strategic skills and tactical expertise hold the power to tip the very balance of this conflict in the sequel to the critically acclaimed and multi award-winning Company of Heroes. Engage in visceral tactical combat that will define you as a military leader and challenge you to wield the might of the Soviet Empire as you smash your way to Berlin.

Greg Wilson, Producer at Relic Entertainment commented, “Company of Heroes 2 is a true successor, introducing a new front, new protagonists and new technology while retaining the unique mix of strategic gameplay and competitive multiplayer that made the original Company of Heroes such a success.”

 

Danny Bilson, Executive Vice President of Core Games commented, “We are excited to announce a sequel to one of THQ’s best loved properties. Company of Heroes 2 will deliver an amazing strategy experience along with a strong post-launch digital content plan that enhances and expands the product’s li