Sherman Commander news & patch notes

Commanders,

This update focuses on improving overall performance, gameplay feel, and battlefield clarity. Here’s what’s new:

• Aiming reticle now correctly reflects AP ammunition ballistic trajectory

• Aachen Industrial Zone map optimized for better performance

• Infantry can now vault over low obstacles and cover

• Formation adjustments improved — tanks will now reverse when appropriate, reducing rear armor exposure

• AI-controlled Shermans feature improved collision detection and avoidance

• Fixed an issue where music could be drowned out by excessive battlefield ambiance

• HE explosion VFX optimized for smoother performance

If you’re enjoying the direction we’re taking, we’d really appreciate it if you left a review.

As always, your feedback helps shape the battlefield.

All best! Iron Wolf Studio Team

Commanders! this update focuses on improving realism, tactical depth, and overall gameplay feel across multiple systems:

• Engagement distances for tanks have been adjusted to be more realistic, making combat feel more authentic and adding an extra layer of tactical depth to the game. German tanks and anti-tank guns now match US units in engagement range, ensuring more balanced and believable battlefield encounters.

• HVAP ammunition now has an increased chance to destroy enemy armor upon successful penetration, making it a more impactful tactical choice.

• Units entering formation will now select the closest available positions, reducing unnecessary movement and preventing path crossing.

• Improved collision detection and avoidance behavior for AI-controlled Shermans when interacting with the player's tank.

• Refined transition between external and first-person view, resulting in smoother aiming and better precision in ACTION mode.

• The aiming reticle now dynamically interacts with terrain, providing clearer feedback on where rounds will land in ACTION mode.

• Enhanced ragdoll physics for more realistic and immersive battlefield outcomes.

See you on the battlefield, Iron Wolf Studio Team

Commanders!

We’ve rolled out a new update focused on improving realism, AI behavior, and overall battlefield experience. Here’s what’s new:

Ballistic system fixes

• Player’s tank

  • Maximum shooting range increased

  • More realistic ballistic curves for HE, AP, and HVAP rounds

  • Gunner’s aim (shooting in SIM MODE via left click) corrected

• AI Shermans

  • Maximum shooting range increased

  • Shooting parameters corrected

  • Tanks no longer rush forward to the target location when given an attack order

• All munitions can now penetrate soft cover (bushes, hedgerows, etc.)

Audio & immersion

• New voiceovers for infantry

• Music levels corrected

Infantry improvements

• Units move more smoothly while in formation

See you on a battlefield, Iron Wolf Studio Team

Combat Formation has arrived, bringing a new layer of tactical control to Sherman Commander.

You can now quickly select all units using the new button in the quick selection panel. From there, use the plus button to assign units into a formation. Assigned units will automatically align with your tank and move in sync, maintaining their positions as you maneuver.

Formations are flexible, you can lead with either tanks or infantry depending on the situation. Units dynamically adjust their positions, allowing you to adapt leadership as the battle evolves.

You can also open or tighten your formation to either extend your battlefield presence or keep units closer for tighter control.

To remove units, simply select them and click the minus button.

This feature is designed to give you more control, flexibility, and tactical depth. Let us know what you think! We’ll keep improving to deliver the best possible tank combat experience. See you on the battlefield! Iron Wolf Studio Team

Hello Commanders,

We’ve been hard at work for the first patch, and today we’re excited to share a quick update on what’s new.

• We’ve made several optimization improvements, resulting in better performance and increased framerates, especially noticeable on the Normandy maps.

• We’ve introduced a range of visual polish updates across levels. These changes are subtle in places, but we hope they make the battlefield feel more immersive and enjoyable.

• We’ve started replacing voice lines. This process is still ongoing, as we’re waiting for some of our voice actors to deliver the remaining recordings.

• You can now fire through bushes, which should significantly improve realism and make engagements feel more natural and satisfying.

• We’ve added the option to remap the middle mouse button, giving you more control over your setup.

• We’ve adjusted how bushes on top of bocages behave when crushed by armor, further enhancing combat authenticity.

Thank you for being with us and supporting Sherman Commander, it truly means a lot to us.

Next up, we’re aiming to introduce the long-awaited Combat Formation system soon, likely this Friday, so stay tuned!

See you on the battlefield! Iron Wolf Studio Team

Thank You, Commanders

First of all, thank you to everyone who joined us for the launch of Sherman Commander.

A big thank you to those who left positive reviews, it means a lot to our small team. We also truly appreciate players who posted negative reviews but took the time to explain what they expect from the game. That kind of feedback is extremely valuable and helps us improve.

We’d also like to thank everyone who sent bug reports. They help us enormously. For comparison: during the demo period we received around 150 bug reports, while after launch we’ve seen 23 so far, which suggests we’re moving in the right direction.

Please keep sending them, they are incredibly important for us.

What We're Working On Next

Combat Formation

One of the most requested features from the community. This system will allow you to assign selected units to a formation around the Commander’s tank, letting them move and fight alongside you while acting autonomously.

The default setup will place infantry in front and tanks behind, but you will be able to switch the formation with a single click: tanks in front, infantry behind. Work in progress — sneak peek below:

New Voiceovers

We’re working on replacing and improving voiceovers and will add them as soon as possible.

Visual Improvements

We are also making adjustments to the game’s visuals and color balance to improve the overall battlefield experience.

You can expect the first patch in the coming days.

For now, we’re rolling up our sleeves and getting back to work!

Thank you for being with us. Iron Wolf Studio Team

Commanders!

First of all, a huge thank you to everyone who took part in the Steam Festival, which wraps up today. We truly appreciate every single one of you who downloaded the demo, jumped into the battlefield, and shared your thoughts with us. Special thanks to those who submitted Bug Reports - these are incredibly important for us. Because of your feedback, we were able to quickly identify issues and fix them even faster. In fact, there wasn’t a single day during the festival when we didn’t push an updated build with improvements and fixes (not counting weekends).

We’ve also addressed several of the most frequently reported tutorial issues. All of them have now been resolved, so if you ran into any problems earlier, they should now be fully sorted out.

Most importantly, we would like you to know that we are carefully reading your feedback and will soon be making improvements to the game system to allow more focus on tank play. We have a couple of solutions that did not make their way into the demo due to time constraints, but are at the top of our list and will be implemented shortly. 

First up is the Active Pause button on the 2D map. This will allow those of you who prefer a less hectic approach to take all the time you need to command your units, and then focus only on fighting from your tank. It’s all about giving you more control and flexibility in how you play. 

Another feature we’ve been revisiting - something we discussed quite a long time ago - is the implementation of a  “Follow me” order. Due to recent feedback, we’ve brought this topic back to the table. The idea is to have your units move together with you in formation, letting you focus solely on tank combat while you lead the assault.

And that’s not all! We hear your concerns and we will be refining the system further so that everybody who is interested in WW2 tank combat can enjoy Sherman Commander their own way. Of course, all existing gameplay options will remain intact. If you enjoy the current style of play, nothing will be taken away - the experience you like will stay exactly as it is.

We’re also happy to officially confirm the release date: March the 14th. Until then, we’ll continue polishing the game to make it as solid and enjoyable as possible. There’s always room to improve - and we’re doing everything we can to make Sherman Commander the best experience it can be at launch.

Once again, thank you for being with us and supporting the game. It truly means a lot.

See you on the battlefield, Iron Wolf Studio Team

Heyho everyone, We have great news to share - Sherman Commander is releasing on Saturday, March 14, bringing its action-packed tactical tank simulation to Steam. Additionally, we have (fitting as a part of the Steam Next Fest) a playable demo as well as a gameplay video with the Dev for you! Here we walk viewers through the game’s core design philosophy, highlighting the blend of first-person tank action and squad-based tactical combat, with a strong emphasis on infantry cooperation and battlefield awareness.

The commentary also reflects on feedback gathered during the open playtest and how it directly influenced the game’s evolution, including increased unit autonomy and a stronger focus on leading troops from inside the tank rather than from a tactical map. Watch the commented gameplay video on Youtube:

Sherman Commander seamlessly blends a fresh take on tank simulation with tactical RTS to deliver a unique mechanized warfare experience unlike any other game before.

Take command of the iconic American M4 Sherman tank and embark on an epic war adventure following Allied landings in Europe.

Work closely with your tank crew, as well as other armored and infantry units, to fight through some of the most intense battles of the European theater.

Heyho everyone, We have something special for you today - our Sherman Commander Demo! The demo gives players an early hands-on look at Sherman Commander’s blend of tactical tank command, real-time battlefield decisions, and crew management. Taking control of a M4 Sherman tank, players must issue orders, react to changing combat situations, and lead their unit through intense World War II scenarios.

To accompany the demo release, we prepared a new action-packed trailer as well, showcasing the game’s explosive combat, tactical depth, and on-the-ground command perspective.

Hello Commanders!

Thank you again for helping us improving game! All good things come to an end though, and we will deactivate new registrations later today. For everyone who just joined (and everyone who still wants to do some extra rounds), the playtest will stay playable until Friday afternoon (Sep 26th). After that, the playtest ends, we're grateful for the recepion and feedback. Stay tuned for news from the development!

Discord: https://discord.gg/2jgxDJ5cst

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ironwolfstudio

Steam (developer's page): https://store.steampowered.com/developer/IronWolfStudio

Thank you and all the best!

Hello Commanders!

Playtests are still ongoing, and we’re not slowing down. That’s why we’re rushing to fix the most common issues reported. In this update, you’ll find:

• a fix for tanks getting stuck in the tutorial,

• a fix for the 2D map,

• a fix for capturing the objective in Aachen,

• improved HMG accuracy.

We’ve tested these internally, but we’d greatly appreciate your feedback. Feel free to reach out to us on Discord or Steam, and if you encounter any new bugs, keep sending in Bug Reports – they’re very important to us.

In addition, we’ve added:

• projectile ballistics (yes, that's right!),

• kill cam when destroying an enemy tank,

• small improvements to some sound effects.

Thank you for being with us and helping us grow the game! Discord: https://discord.gg/2jgxDJ5cst

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ironwolfstudio

Steam (developer's page): https://store.steampowered.com/developer/IronWolfStudio All best! Iron Wolf Studio Team

Welcome Commanders,

Today marks the day we open up our doors to our playtest!

Our planned playtest window is 27th of August - 22nd of September. Here is what you can expect of this playtest:

Tutorial Mission - Normandy

Get acquainted with the commander’s seat as you and your crew navigate the fields of Normandy Here, you will operate our titular tank with the interactive tutorial, both in Action and Simulation modes.

Demo Mission - Aachen

Put your skills to the test in an intense urban battle, coordinating your platoon in one of WWII’s most iconic city fights. (Disclaimer: The Aachen Mission has a 30min timer which can be checked by pressing ESC - in the full version there wont be a time limit)

After completing the missions, we’d greatly appreciate it if you could share your thoughts via a short feedback survey. Your insights are vital in helping us refine and polish Sherman Commander so it can be the best version of itself!

In the meantime, don’t forget to add Sherman Commander to your Steam Wishlist - it’s the best way to stay updated and support the game.

See you on the battlefield, The Sherman Commander Team

EDIT: updated the playtest window

Heyho everyone! As we already announced in our recent Blogpost, we are planning to open up an early look into the development, in form of a playtest. Now we tell you: You don't have to wait any longer - tomorrow 27th of August, starting from 5pm CEST you can jump right in. Make sure to play to your hearts content and tell us everything you like - and dislike. Your Feedback is what helps us shape the final version of Sherman Commander! Best Regards Iron Wolf & Daedalic Entertainment

Commanders,

First, a heartfelt thank you to our Sherman Commander community for your patience and continued passion. We know the wait has been long, and we’ve heard your calls loud and clear.

We’re excited to announce that our upcoming playtest kicks off end of August/early September (a more precise date will follow)! This hands-on preview will feature:

Tutorial Mission - Normandy

Get acquainted with the commander’s seat as you and your crew navigate the fields of Normandy Here, you will operate our titular tank with the interactive tutorial, both in Action and Simulation modes.

Demo Mission - Aachen

Put your skills to the test in an intense urban battle, coordinating your platoon in one of WWII’s most iconic city fights.

After completing the missions, we’d greatly appreciate it if you could share your thoughts via a short feedback survey. Your insights are vital in helping us refine and polish Sherman Commander so it can be the best version of itself!

Despite the silence of the recent months, the development still progresses according to plan, and we’re on track to launch the full version in 2026. It would mean a lot to us, if you could use the Bug Report feature if any error occurs. This will be very helpful for us in catching potential issues.

In the meantime, don’t forget to add Sherman Commander to your Steam Wishlist - it’s the best way to stay updated and support the game.

See you on the battlefield, The Sherman Commander Team

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