Alliance: The Silent War was undoubtedly the sleeper hit of this year’s E3. The gorgeous visuals and addicting gameplay might win gamers over, but the reason why the game made this list is simple: its storyline is centered on a shadowy, behind-the-scenes organization responsible for major armed conflicts throughout the 20th century. The player will journey from the trenches of WWI to the sands of the current-day Middle East, not only blazing his way through with

a staggering array of accurately modeled weaponry, but also slowly unraveling the truth behind this global conspiracy.

We’re impressed with the ambition Windwardmark has for its premiere title. Alliance is still very much early on in its production and shouldn’t be expected before 2007. Look for our in-depth preview of all this game has to offer in an upcoming issue.