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/ Adam Richardson

101: The Airborne Invasion of Normandy Released

Empire Interactive and developer Interactive Simulations, announced the retail availability of 101: The Airborne Invasion of Normandy, a realistic strategy simulation based on the legendary landings of Normandy.

101: The Airborne Invasion of Normandy Released hit the wire on October 14, 1998. Empire Interactive and developer Interactive Simulations, announced the retail availability of 101: The Airborne Invasion of Normandy, a realistic strategy simulation based on the legendary landings of Normandy. Now available on PC CD-ROM for a suggested retail price of $39.95.

In the game you will lead a squad of 18 paratroopers behind enemy lines by forming unique squadrons and employing infantry-style tactics in order to complete a series of missions. Equipped with nine challenging campaigns, each with more than 28 different combat engagements and 42 highly detailed maps, 101 features classic turn-based style gameplay that accurately depicts the tactical allied invasion of France.