The Commander's Sister

The Commander's Sister is much more than you ever expect to get from a free game. It actually has a convincing plot, is challenging, and requires deep strategic thinking. You get to know the characters (including the Commander's sister) through the extensive story line. While some people just want to rush in and start shooting in a game. I find it more fulfilling when I have to spend one minute understanding the game. I mean, it's only one minute.

Here is the background. For some reason, China and the U.S. are on the verge of war. China demands that America abandon a military base in Twain. The American commander refuses to do so. You -- the new Captain -- have the task of defending the base form the Chinese. The narration is even filled with fake CNN reports and a message from U.S. President Hillary Clinton (no comment!)

The way you do this is by quickly building defenses along the base's perimeter. Your defense include turrets and various weaponry. Once set-up, the weapons fire at any vehicle that comes close. You use the mouse to select and build weapons. The space bar removes you from build mode and puts you back in the combat setting.

Beware though. As time goes by, more and more enemy vehicles try and breach the walls. It becomes difficult just to keep up. Just when you are running around like crazy is when the Commander's sister drops in. You see, in the midst of the battle, despite the carnage, the danger and so forth -- there is still time for romance. Yes, the Commander's sister has a thing for you -- the new Captain. But can the relationship really work when you are being swarmed by enemy forces?

You need to play to find out the answer!