ICBM: Escalation

ICBM: Escalation

SoftWarWare · November 21, 2024 · Wargame, PvP, RTS, Grand Strategy, Singleplayer

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ICBM: Escalation price by region

ICBM: Escalation costs €15.19 in Europe (EUR), $17.29 in the United States, £19.99 in the United Kingdom, $23.99 in Georgia (USD), CA$31.19 in Canada, NZ$34.87 in New Zealand, A$35.16 in Australia, R$71.19 in Brazil and zł71.98 in Poland right now.

Cheapest ICBM: Escalation offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
Europe (EUR) €15.19 −34% €23.19 €15.19 18
United Statesyour region $17.29 −28% $23.99 $17.29 17
United Kingdom £19.99 −20% £19.99 £25.48 15
Georgia (USD) $23.99 −20% $23.99 — 13
Canada CA$31.19 −20% CA$31.19 — 14
New Zealand NZ$34.87 −20% NZ$34.87 — 13
Australia A$35.16 −20% A$35.16 — 14
Brazil R$71.19 −20% R$71.19 R$176.40 13
Poland zł71.98 −20% zł71.98 zł125.53 15

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About ICBM: Escalation

✦ AI summary

ICBM: Escalation is a grand strategy RTS where you command continental superpowers through escalating conventional and nuclear warfare, researching cutting-edge military technology and leveraging diplomacy to dominate a volatile global arena. With multiple game modes ranging from tactical conquest to rapid-fire nuclear standoffs, plus a campaign spanning decades of history and competitive multiplayer for up to 10 players, it offers deep strategic variety and high replayability across diverse playstyles.

ICBM: Escalation\ is a grand RTS\ game that plunges players into the high-stakes world of global warfare, where every decision could tip the balance between survival and annihilation. Command vast armies, develop cutting-edge technology, and wield the most devastating weapons ever created to ensure your faction’s supremacy. Whether by conventional forces or through nuclear firepower, you’ll need to conquer or obliterate your enemies to secure dominance in a volatile global arena.
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CONVENTIONAL & NUCLEAR WARFARE\

Take charge of a continent-spanning faction and build up an unstoppable military force. Construct a nuclear stockpile, research groundbreaking tech, and deploy a combination of nuclear submarines, strategic bombers, and intercontinental ballistic missiles to cripple your adversaries. But nuclear warfare is not the only path to victory. ICBM: Escalation introduces new victory conditions that emphasize conventional warfare, allowing players to invade enemy territory, weaken their resources, and force their surrender through tactical superiority. The two new modes, Standoff and Conquest, add fresh layers of strategy and pacing compared to the high-speed Blitz Mode, which returns as the most similar mode to the original ICBM.\\\

RESEARCH & DIPLOMACY\

Progress through multiple technological eras, from early Cold War advancements to near-future innovations, including stealth warships and space-based weapon systems. The revamped diplomacy system adds new layers of intrigue, allowing players to form research agreements, negotiate ceasefires, and broker deals over captured territories. World-spanning diplomatic measures, such as international treaties banning specific weapons, offer fresh strategic possibilities that can reshape the course of global conflict.
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MULTIPLE GAME MODES\

ICBM: Escalation offers a variety of modes that cater to different playstyles. Standoff mode delivers a balanced escalation from conventional skirmishes to full-scale nuclear war, while Conquest mode emphasizes long-term strategy, brinkmanship, and tactical mastery. For players seeking faster-paced action, Blitz Mode focuses on direct, rapid nuclear confrontation, staying true to the spirit of its predecessor. The game also features a rich single-player campaign that spans decades of history, beginning with the Korean War and leading into speculative future scenarios where your decisions shape the outcome of global conflict. In multiplayer, face off against up to 10 players, competing for dominance in a highly competitive environment with rankings and ELO systems.
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KEY FEATURES\

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  • \A deadly mix of conventional and nuclear warfare\\
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  • \High replayability with diverse strategies and unit options\\
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  • \Devastating weapons of mass destruction, including chemical bombs and MIRVs\\
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  • \A detailed 3D map featuring hundreds of cities and strategic targets\\
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  • \Dynamic diplomacy, allowing players to shape the world order\\
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  • \Multiplayer mode supporting up to 10 players with ranked competitive play\\
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  • \Single-player campaign with historic and futuristic missions\\
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  • \Full modding support for community-created content
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ICBM: Escalation — game info

Platforms
Windows
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Player modes
Single-player, Online PvP, Online co-op
PC Game Pass
Not included

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What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Sep 28, 2026
yoo, whats happen with the game, look my specs, and I'm getting 4 FPS in campaign mode with no mods enabled. The RAM is Corsair Vengeance DDR5. Even so, I'm in love with this ♥♥♥♥
Recommended Sep 28, 2026
Great global strategy game for geopolitics and excellent mods.
Recommended Sep 23, 2026
Really fun rts game. Pretty difficult but you get used to it. One thing. There is a problem with the game showing you what someone has researched/warheads available. There have been countless times the ai hasn’t researched something. And neither have their allies. Yet they all of a sudden automatically get the tech you just researched. Kinda of a big issue tbh. But other than that no problems either performance.
Recommended Sep 23, 2026
the fun is a great improvement over the first ICBM. the mechanics are fun!
Recommended Sep 22, 2026
nuke
Recommended Sep 21, 2026
AI rework is really solid, It feels much more like I am playing thinking adversaries now!

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