Mission 22, "Seelow Heights," transports you to one of the most formidable defensive positions of the war: the Seelow Heights. This mission focuses on the massive Soviet offensive aimed at breaking through the heavily fortified German lines guarding the approaches to Berlin. You'll be fighting alongside the Red Army, tasked with assaulting well-entrenched positions, overcoming minefields, and pushing through a landscape bristling with artillery and machine gun nests. Expect a brutal and attritional battle, where the sheer scale of the Soviet assault meets a determined and well-prepared German defense. The objective is to breach these defenses and pave the way for the final push into Berlin.
Success in "Seelow Heights" requires a combination of overwhelming force and tactical precision. You'll need to utilize artillery barrages to soften up enemy defenses, carefully navigate minefields, and coordinate with your squad to assault fortified positions. The terrain itself, with its rolling hills and dense fortifications, presents a sificant challenge. Your squadmates will be essential for providing covering fire and executing flanking maneuvers. Prepare for a challenging and intense mission that showcases the immense scale of Soviet offensives and the desperate defense mounted by the German forces. Your ability to break through these defenses will be critical.
Breaching Fortifications
The Seelow Heights are heavily fortified. Your initial approach will likely involve artillery barrages to weaken enemy positions. Carefully navigate minefields, following any marked paths or using your squad to scout ahead. When assaulting trenches and bunkers, use grenades to flush out enemies. Prioritize eliminating enemy machine gun nests that control key areas. Your squadmates can be ordered to provide covering fire while you advance or to flank enemy positions. The objective is to systematically dismantle the German defenses and create a path forward.