

On this anniversary of D-Day, which began the liberation of Europe (and made for an impressive scene in Saving Private Ryan 9 years ago), we look at some of the military sims that will put you on the front lines. It is time to lock and load, and get ready to sortie. Strategic games that let you play as an “armchair general” can be just as exhilarating. And war games not need be limited to first-person shooters. Several games have slipped under the radar this spring, and these offer salvos of action. While upcoming titles such as the newly announced Call of Duty 4 and the next Brothers in Arms are still months away, you can get in on the action now.

Yet conflict makes for a good backdrop for gaming.
