GamersGate today announced that it will host the worldwide digital download premiere of strategy title World War 2: Road to Victory, published by IQ Software.

The game is scheduled for release tomorrow (July 25, 2008) and the game is also available for pre-order on the platform: http://www.gamersgate.com/index.php?page=product&what=view&sku=DD-WW2RTV
Wage World War 2 in Europe from the front lines in France and Russia to the deserts of North Africa and the airfields and convoys of Britain in World War II: Road to Victory! This turn-based grand strategy title, puts the player at the helm of one or more Axis or Allied nations, including minor nations, amidst a continent torn by full scale war. Combat, production, research and diplomacy are all fully modeled.

A diplomacy system based on political points allows you to sway possible allies to your side. Naval combat includes fleet engagements, elusive raiders and U-Boats as well as a convoy system. Concentrate precious industrial resources on building, training and upgrading a wide variety of combat units from airborne soldiers and armored divisions up to nuclear weapons! Historical leaders enhance the performance of your armies and historical events give you choices that can change the course of history. World War II: Road to Victory is fought across turns that vary in length by season and 25 km hexes with divisions and corps, giving the player a broad strategic picture of the war while still leaving enough room for operational decisions.

Game Features include:
•An innovative naval combat model and realistic supply convoy attack system.
•A simple yet immersive political point system for diplomatic relations – alienate enemies and solidify ties with allies.
•A healthy variety of combat units to command from armored and airborne forces to strategic bombers and battleships – even nukes!
•Random historical events that can guide and shape the course of the war