Steam app 2808550 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:22 UTC
Sudden Strike 5 delivers real-time tactics in epic WWII battles. A host of tactical options and more than 300 playable units open-up multiple approaches to reach your objectives in a 25 mission campaign on historical battlefields in Europe and North Africa.
718 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
6 months, April 2026 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 438 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 280 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
Sudden Strike 5 was released on 23 Apr, 2026.
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29 developer announcements, Jul 2025 to Aug 2026 · times in UTC
Sudden Strike 5 - Hotfix 1.3.1 - Changelog We have just released Hotfix 1.3.1 for Sudden Strike 5 on all available platforms. The Hotfix focuses on resolving several achievement and trophy issues related to the France: Road to Liberation…
Patch notesSudden Strike 5 – France: Road to Liberation Arrives Today!Sudden Strike 5 – France: Road to Liberation is Out Now, taking players through a six-mission campaign as Allied forces fight to liberate Southern France and the German army…
LunareiyaSudden Strike 5 DLC France: Road to Liberation Release Stream 📅July 30th, at 4.00pm CEST To celebrate the release of the newest Sudden Strike 5 DLC France: Road to Liberation on July 30th, Adam from the Developer team will introduce you to…
Mr.ColdvalleySudden Strike 5 - Community Guide Part 1: Armor MechanicsGenerals,Fall in for a deep-dive into the mechanics of Sudden Strike 5. In order to succeed in a tactical game like this, it is important to understand how combat actually works…
LunareiyaSudden Strike 5 - Co-op Campaign Available Now!Team up and head to the frontlines together!Experience the full Sudden Strike 5 campaign together with a friend, in the Campaign Co-op, added with the latest free update for Sudden Strike…
LunareiyaSudden Strike 5 - Co-op Campaign UpdateGenerals,We have just released Update 1.3 for Sudden Strike 5 on all available platforms. This Update adds the New “Co-op Campaign” game mode, which lets you experience the full main game campaign…
LunareiyaSudden Strike 5 – France: Road to Liberation Marches to Battle July 30rdAs part of the recently outlined Sudden Strike 5 roadmap, publisher Kalypso Media and developer Kite Games prepare to transport players to one of World War II’s most…
LunareiyaSudden Strike 5 - Quality of Life UpdateGenerals,We have just released Update 1.2 for Sudden Strike 5 on all available platforms. This Update adds the ability to individually remove units from trenches, vehicles and buildings on mouse and…
LunareiyaSudden Strike 5 - Map Recon #2 - Adapting to the battlefield Generals! In Sudden Strike 5, every battlefield is designed to support different playstyles and tactical solutions. Today, we’re taking a closer look at the mission “Elsenborn…
FreekySudden Strike 5 – Update 1.1 Generals, We have just released Update 1.1 for Sudden Strike 5 on all available platforms. Update 1.1 focuses on improving overall game stability, multiplayer reliability, and console performance, while also…
Lunareiya“Know Your Terrain”: Terrain & Environment Mechanics Today's post offers you a detailed look at terrain and environmental mechanics in Sudden Strike 5, and shows you how to use them strategically to your advantage! To maximize your combat…
FreekySudden Strike 5 RoadmapGenerals! We’ve planned out our next moves – based on your valuable feedback! Take a look at our roadmap for Sudden Strike 5 and see what the future of our newest RTS game beholds: 1) QoL Update #1For phase one, we'll…
LunareiyaCommanders Matter – Choose Your Way to Victory in Sudden Strike 5In Sudden Strike 5, winning a battle is not just about bringing more firepower. It starts with a decision.Before every mission, you pick a Commander. This choice shapes how…
FreekyReturn to the Frontlines: Sudden Strike 5 is Out Now!Sudden Strike 5 is also Steam Deck verified! We are proud to announce the official launch of Sudden Strike 5, marking a triumphant return for the beloved real-time strategy franchise.…
FreekyMap Recon: How We Design Tactical Freedom – Developer Insights 1 more day until the release of Sudden Strike 5!Generals!In Sudden Strike 5, every map is built to support multiple approaches, not just one “correct” solution. Today, we’re…
FreekySudden Strike 5 Release Stream 📅April 23rd, at 5.00pm CEST To celebrate the release of Sudden Strike 5 on April 23rd, Gordon will explore some of the battlefields of World War II and give you a first impression of all the units available.…
Mr.ColdvalleySudden Strike 5 - General’s Handbook #2In this second video, Game Designer Adam at Kite Games takes command of the forces: Delivering more intel about the heavy weapons in the game, like the Karl Gerät, the defense system and the armored…
FreekySudden Strike 5 – Demo Now Live! Generals,The new and improved Sudden Strike 5 Demo is now available for download.Firstly, thank you to everyone who played the Steam Next Fest demo of Sudden Strike 5 and shared their feedback. We’ve heard…
FreekySudden Strike 5 Storms the Battlefield April 23!We are excited to reveal that Sudden Strike 5, will be released on April 23rd, 2026! Sudden Strike 5 transports players to the frontlines of WWII as battles rage across Europe and North…
LunareiyaSudden Strike 5 - General’s Handbook #1 The legendary General’s Handbook series returns for Sudden Strike5 ! 🔥 Get exclusive intel straight from Game Designer Adam at Kite Games as he walks you through the Commanders, battlefields and new…
FreekyThank you for playing the Sudden Strike 5 Steam Next Fest Demo!Generals, Today marks the final day of our Steam Next Fest Demo for Sudden Strike 5, and we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us on the battlefields.…
LunareiyaSteam Next Fest Demo and Best-of Developer AMA! We have a playable demo during the Steam Next Fest from today, February 23rd, up until March 2nd. This comes following a successful Closed Beta period last year and nearly a decade since the…
FreekySudden Strike 5 - First Live Stream February 23rd at 5.00pm CET (8.00am PDT)Tune in on February 23rd at 5.00pm CET (8.00am PDT) as Gordon will play Sudden Strike 5 in as a first preview in the Live Stream. Join Gordon going into battle on…
Mr.ColdvalleyUPDATE: Ask Me Anything Replies started over at https://steamcommunity.com/app/2808550/discussions/0/785450979403540203/ Sudden Strike 5 Briefing – Developer AMA Incoming! Generals! The front lines are buzzing with questions about…
KaarlSudden Strike 5 Briefing – Developer AMA Incoming! Generals! The front lines are buzzing with questions about #SuddenStrike5 and next Friday, it’s time to share intel straight from our HQ. Our dev team is getting ready to go on the record…
FreekySudden Strike 5 | FAQGenreReal-Time-StrategyRelease Date2026Age RatingIARC Rating: ESRB Teen PEGI 16PlatformsPC (Steam, Epic Games Store), Xbox on PC, Xbox Series X|S & PlayStation®5 "Are there different ways to complete a mission in Sudden…
FreekySudden Strike 5 at Gamescom Time to strike: We're leading our forces into battle at Gamescom 2025! All Generals are invited to come play the hands-on demo of Sudden Strike 5 and test their strategic abilities in hall 7.1, starting August…
FreekySudden Strike 5 Closed Beta Wildcard Competition!Generals, prepare to advance on a Community Wildcard-Key for the Closed Beta of Sudden Strike 5!We're thrilled to see so many requests to participate in the Closed Beta on Steam. The…
LunareiyaSudden Strike 5 Announced for Release in 2026 – Closed Beta Recruitment Begins Today!Publisher Kalypso Media and Developer Kite Games proudly announce Sudden Strike 5, the fifth instalment of the fan-favourite real-time tactics series.…
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| Name | Platforms | Released |
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| Sudden Strike 5 - France: Road to Liberation | Windows | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Sudden Strike 5 - Original Soundtrack | WindowsmacOSLinux | 23 Apr 2026 |
What Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
| Description | Executable | Arguments | Platform | |
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| Launch | Sudden Strike 5.exe | windows 64 |
The folders Steam Cloud syncs. The root is a token Steam uses for a location on your own machine, not a path this page can know.
| Root | Folder | Files |
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WinAppDataLocalLow | Kite Games/Sudden Strike 5/SaveData/Steam/{64BitSteamID} | *.save and below |
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