Airborne Ranger
Amiga · Amstrad CPC
Game dossier
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A tactical World War II action game based on Mission Albany
The briefing
Brothers in Arms: Road to Hill 30 is an action, shooter, simulator, strategy, and tactical game based on the true story of the 502nd Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division. Set during the D-Day landings, it follows missions inspired by the historical Mission Albany, in which the regiment was dropped behind German lines.
The player leads Sgt. Baker's squad, which includes Cpl. Joe "Red" Hartsock, Cpl. Sam Corrion, Pfc. Jack Courtland, Pfc. Stephan "Obi" Obrieski, Pvt. Larry Allen, Pvt. Johnny Rivas, Pvt. Michael Desola, Pvt. David Muzza, Pfc. Thomas "Zano" Zanovich, Pvt. Michael Garnett, and Pvt. Dale "Kid" McCreary. Pfc. Kevin Benjamin "Legs" Leggett serves as the radioman.
The squad is one of three under Platoon Sgt. Greg "Mac" Hassay, a veteran who served under Sgt. Baker's father in the First World War and is determined to help Baker become a good soldier.