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3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Strategy

Panzer General

System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1995 (originally 1994)
GenreStrategy
DeveloperStrategic Simulations
PublisherStrategic Simulations
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 4

Developed by Strategic Simulations, Panzer General arrived on the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1995 as a strategy game. This 3DO release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1994.

It landed about 2 years into the 3DO's life. Other notable 3DO releases from 1995 include Theme Park, D and Wolfenstein 3D.

Panzer General supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead

What playing Panzer General is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

Panzer General gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

Panzer General walkthroughs & guides

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Panzer General FAQ

When did Panzer General come out on the 3DO?

Panzer General was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1995; the original game dates back to 1994.

Who made Panzer General?

It was developed by Strategic Simulations.

Is Panzer General multiplayer?

Yes. Panzer General supports up to 2 players.

How long does Panzer General take to play?

As a strategy game, Panzer General typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Panzer General on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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