Call of War
The Second World War version of the same slow, sprawling map game, with research trees and alliances that rarely survive contact.
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How to get the most from it
Call of War sits in Strategy & Conquest under Play, filed as rabbit hole.
- Open it when the evening is free. It has no natural stopping point.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- Expect to create an account before you get far.
- Go in expecting something brainy and competitive.
About this category: Territory control, base building and turn-based scheming. Slower than the arenas and considerably harder to walk away from.
Good for
- A long evening with nothing planned
- Giving your brain a workout
- Chasing a better score
- A quiet break at your desk
Call of War: quick answers
Is Call of War free?
Yes. Call of War is free to use, though it asks you to sign up.
Do I need an account to use Call of War?
Yes. Call of War asks you to create an account before you get far.
Does Call of War work on a phone?
Not well. We file Call of War as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Call of War safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Call of War take?
We file it as "Rabbit hole": Clear your evening. We warned you.
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