Close Combat: The Bloody First
Developed by Matrix Games · Published by Matrix Games
At a glance
Overview
A simulation, strategy game by Matrix Games, published by Matrix Games — single-player, multi-player, pvp, online pvp.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Close Combat: The Bloody First is the latest release in the critically-acclaimed Close Combat series, and the first using the new 3D Archon engine. With this Close Combat: The Bloody First combines classic Close Combat tactical gameplay with battles fought across a wide variety of diverse 3D landscapes including craggy ridgelines, narrow...” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Reception & community
Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Close Combat: The Bloody First.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | Yes |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | Yes |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | Yes |
| Steam Achievements | No |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7/8/10
- Processor: 2GHz processor
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1 GB DirectX 9 Compatible Graphics Card (2GB recommended)
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 4 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
- Additional Notes: An Internet connection is required for 2-player head to head play.
Supported languages (5)
Close Combat: The Bloody First FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is Close Combat: The Bloody First?
Steam classifies Close Combat: The Bloody First as a Simulation, Strategy game, developed by Matrix Games. Close Combat: The Bloody First is the latest release in the critically-acclaimed Close Combat series, and the first using the new 3D Archon engine. With this Close Combat: The Bloody First combines classic Close Combat tactical gameplay with battles fought across a wide variety of diverse 3D landscapes including craggy ridgelines, narrow...
How much does Close Combat: The Bloody First cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Close Combat: The Bloody First at $15.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Close Combat: The Bloody First single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Close Combat: The Bloody First: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP. It supports both solo and multiplayer.
Is Close Combat: The Bloody First on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Close Combat: The Bloody First for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Close Combat: The Bloody First out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Oct 3, 2019.
What platforms is Close Combat: The Bloody First on?
Close Combat: The Bloody First is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Close Combat: The Bloody First single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP.
How much does Close Combat: The Bloody First cost?
Steam lists it at $15.99.
Who made Close Combat: The Bloody First?
Close Combat: The Bloody First is developed by Matrix Games and published by Matrix Games.
Where to get Close Combat: The Bloody First
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