The Civil War Game

Step back in time to the pixelated battlefields of The Civil War, a classic MS-DOS gem that lets you relive the strategic clashes of America’s bloodiest conflict. This isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a hands-on, turn-based showdown where you command Union or Confederate forces, making every decision count. Maneuver troops, outsmart your opponent, and rewrite history (or stick to the script if you’re a purist). With its straightforward yet deep gameplay, it’s a nostalgic trip for retro strategy fans—think Risk meets History Channel, but with all the charm of ‘90s DOS simplicity. Whether you’re a history buff or just love a good tactical challenge, The Civil War delivers bite-sized warfare that’s as addictive as it is educational. Ready to see if you can do better than Lee or Grant? Boot up and find out.
Each game uses different controls, most DOS games use the keyboard arrows. Some will use the mouse , "Alt" ,"Enter" and "Space bar".