The game’s primary setting is the critical month of September 1862. The story follows the soldiers of the Union and the Confederacy as they clash in some of the war's bloodiest engagements:
The developers occasionally introduce new "chapters" or themes: War of Rights
: Known as the bloodiest single day in American history. war of rights
: A series of battles for control of mountain passes.
: The siege where Confederate forces captured a vital Union arsenal. The game’s primary setting is the critical month
: The final clash of the campaign as the Confederate army retreated across the Potomac. The Core Narrative: Authenticity and Duty
Instead of following a fictional protagonist, the game places you in the boots of a common soldier. The narrative focus is on: : The siege where Confederate forces captured a
: Players must follow orders from officers to maintain tactical formations. Sticking together provides "buffs" that represent the morale and discipline of 19th-century infantry.