The second Dev Diary for Armored Brigade II: Scandinavia is here. This time, the focus shifts to the southwest and northwest sectors of NATO’s Northern Flank, specifically Denmark and Norway. Additionally, we are opening a new beta branch on Steam for the base game, join it to help us test several upcoming features.
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The first Dev Diary for Scandinavia, the upcoming DLC for Armored Brigade II, is here. It focuses on the decision to represent these factions, their role and development during the Cold War, as well as upcoming updates and quality-of-life improvements for the base game.
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The latest update for Armored Brigade II brings a series of refinements and adjustments.
The patch changelog is available here.
A new Dev Diary for Armored Brigade II is here. This time, the focus is on the recently released Patch 1.594 and several upcoming near-term improvements that haven't been mentioned before.
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Today at Home of Wargamers we had an interview with Nikola Sandic, one of the developers behind the Armored Brigade series. In the interview, he talked about the evolution of the series from ABI to ABII, shared future plans, and also announced the next DLC: Scandinavia.
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Matrix Games, we are happy to release a free master map set in Germany, called Giessen.
Additionally, we released the latest update for Armored Brigade II.
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The wait is almost over: Home of Wargamers 2025 is coming on September 25th, bringing you the biggest updates from the world of strategy and wargaming.
Read more here.
A new update for Armored Brigade II has been released.
Check out the changelog to discover the latest audio additions, fixes, balance changes, and more here.
A new update for Armored Brigade II is out now, packed with fixes, quality-of-life improvements, and a host of new database additions. The dev team has been working tirelessly to polish and expand the experience, and we're incredibly excited to showcase something new this September. It's shaping up to be a great winter for all Armored Brigade II fans.
The patch changelog is available here.
Armored Brigade II is out now on Steam! We have a major launch day update and a 10% discount running for this week.
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A new trailer and article on West German vehicles is out now. Armored Brigade II will be out on Steam on April 8th.
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Last weekend, we attended the Parola Armour Museum for their annual winter event. There is a short article up with some great photos taken of the museum's vehicles.
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After a successful Matrix Store release and a well-deserved winter break, we are back to work, bringing new improvements to Armored Brigade II. The next patch introduces a mix of gameplay features, new content, and visual enhancements, further refining both tactical depth and the overall experience.
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Armored Brigade II will be out on Steam April 8th, 2025. Additionally - for Matrix store users - update v1.583 launches today which adds Finnish vehicle models, FXAA, better smoke and fire models, and new specialist West German infantry formations.
Read more here.
The Armored Brigade II British vehicle trailer is out now. Chieftain, Centurion, Warrior - the U.K. has plenty of iconic vehicles to play around with!
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Armored Brigade II has gotten its first update since release.
v1.578 brings you several fixes to visuals and a particular crash that occurred when you selected a Fuchs APC. Polish infantry also received improved textures, and you can now add custom infantry files to the database graphics folder.
Read more here.
Armored Brigade II is out now on the Matrix Store. Created by Veitikka Studios, Armored Brigade II takes the leap to 3-D with their new custom game engine. Experience Cold War battles with fully rendered terrain and units on a massive scale.
Read more and watch the Matrix launch trailer here.
As promised in the last DevDiary, we are diving into a new and exciting layer of tactical depth in Armored Brigade II: air assault operations.
Read more here.
Hello wargaming fans, we have some good news about Armored Brigade II. We can finally confirm that Armored Brigade II will be out on the Matrix Store on November 19th 2024.
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The Armored Brigade II Beta is now live.
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Armored Brigade II is scheduled to release November 15th, 2024 on the Matrix Games store.
This month we have a trailer on American ground vehicles and a short article to help you follow along.
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Home of Wargamers just aired and Armored Brigade II was showcased. Look for the Beta next week and the game's November release on the Matrix Store!
The stream is available on YouTube.
Today we have a trailer on Soviet ground vehicles and a short article to help you follow along.
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This week, we will take a closer look at the latest improvements in air support, particularly in Close Air Support (CAS).
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Get the inside scoop on Armored Brigade II! We sat down with Peter Robbins to talk about the passion, history, and strategy behind our game. Discover exclusive insights and behind-the-scenes stories that every AB fan will love.
The latest Dev Diary for Armored Brigade II is here. Today's topics are the tactical and operational evolution of the Soviet Army.
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We recently joined the Gunner HEAT PC team on their stream for a deep dive into military simulation games. It was a great chat about development challenges and our shared passion for authenticity in gaming. Stay tuned for more collaborative adventures!
The stream is available on YouTube.
We are excited to announce an opportunity for talented and aspiring map makers to contribute to the development of Armored Brigade II. This is an opportunity to showcase your skills in map design and play a part in creating an engaging gaming experience.
Read more here.
The Matrix Games and Steam store pages of Armored Brigade II are finally live.
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Armored Brigade II will make its debut in the Parola Armour Museum on January 20th!
Read more here.
Greetings, Commanders! We hope you had a wonderful holiday season!
We have decided to significantly enhance the representation and features of infantry in Armored Brigade II, a well-deserved upgrade that acknowledges their crucial impact on the battlefield.
Read more on the Matrix Games website.
Greetings Commanders!
This diary will explore the intricacies of this enhanced information exchange and spotting between units, as well as introduce redefined company structures, internally known as 'parent formations,' offering unprecedented flexibility in tactical planning.
Read more on the Matrix Games website.
Greetings Commanders!
By now, most of you have seen our announcement trailer for the Armored Brigade sequel. And yes, you have seen it right – our beloved battlefield has evolved from 2D into 3D. This change is a monumental shift for the game and we are elated by the positive responses received so far and the overwhelming excitement from fans. In this first diary, we aim to provide an in-depth look at this major transformation, delve into our motivations, and most importantly, reassure some of our long-standing fans about certain core gameplay elements.
Read more on the Matrix Games forum.
It has been some time since Armored Brigade wrote the book on combined arms warfare. Now, it has returned to open a new chapter...with Armored Brigade II.
Set against the tense backdrop of the Cold War, “Armored Brigade II” offers a plethora of enhancements and innovative features in comparison to its predecessor. The game shifts from a 2D to a more immersive 3D environment. Furthermore, it introduces a refined waypoint editor system, major improvements to the spotting sharing system, enhanced infantry mechanics, expanded fire and air support options, and many more novelties.