Take Command: 2nd Manassas explores the titular 1862 battle of the American Civil War, a pivotal engagement of the Northern Virginia Campaign. Players are invited to take on the most crucial battles of America's Civil War and use all their tactical know-how to shape the future of the United States. Play as the Unionists or the Confederates and lead as the historically significant leaders through the authentic environments and battles of the Manassas campaign and Take Command!
Take Command: 2nd Manassas will present the player with as many as 48 scenarios, five gigantic battlefield maps based on historical records from the Library of Congress and three modes of play. The linked scenario tree will allow results of one battle to carry over into the next and players will control thousands of troops and direct them over 3D terrain. The ballistics for all weapons are accurate and players can play as any leader in Custom/Open Play Battles.