Company of Heroes, the acclaimed World War II real-time strategy (RTS) game from Relic Entertainment and ported by Feral Interactive, is finally getting multiplayer! A recent iOS beta update introduces the highly anticipated skirmish mode.

Relic Entertainment, known for the Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War series, also boasts a strong legacy with the Company of Heroes franchise. The original mobile version lacked multiplayer, a significant omission now rectified.

The iOS Company of Heroes now features an online skirmish mode beta, allowing players to engage in intense battles using factions inspired by real-world World War II militaries. This includes the Americans and Germans, along with the UK and Panzer Elite factions from the Opposing Fronts expansion.

Company of Heroes cleverly blends realistic warfare with accessible RTS gameplay. Strategic depth is paramount; superior units don't guarantee victory, as tactical errors can quickly lead to devastating losses.

While I've always preferred AI opponents in RTS games due to the skill level of some human players, this multiplayer addition is a welcome boon for fans. For those who missed this crucial element in the polished iOS port, this is undoubtedly exciting news.

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