The Battle of Mogadishu

Lock 'n Load Tactical: Day of Heroes

The Battle of Mogadishu – Urban Warfare at its Most Intense

Lock 'n Load Tactical: Day of Heroes places you in the heart of one of the most intense urban battles of modern warfare—the Battle of Mogadishu, 1993. Part of the Lock 'n Load Tactical (LnLT) series, this squad-level wargame recreates the desperate street-to-street fighting between U.S. Army Rangers, Delta Force operators, and Somali militiamen in a battle that would become legendary as the events behind Black Hawk Down.

Game Overview

On October 3, 1993, elite U.S. forces launched Operation Gothic Serpent, a raid to capture warlord Mohamed Farrah Aidid’s top lieutenants. What should have been a quick mission turned into a nightmare as Somali militia fighters swarmed the city’s streets, and two Black Hawk helicopters were shot down. Now, you must fight your way through the city, rescue stranded soldiers, and survive against overwhelming odds.

Will you lead the U.S. forces in their desperate battle for survival, or command the Somali militia in their determined resistance?

Key Features:

✅ Squad-Level Tactical Combat – Control individual squads, weapon teams, and vehicles in fast-paced engagements.
✅ Urban Warfare Mechanics – Navigate the dangers of tight city streets, ambush points, and multi-level buildings.
✅ Asymmetrical Warfare – The U.S. forces rely on superior training and firepower, while the Somali militia use numbers, mobility, and hit-and-run tactics.
✅ Black Hawk Down Scenarios – Engage in missions based on the real events, including the desperate rescue of downed helicopter crews.
✅ Fog of War and Line of Sight – Limited visibility and unpredictable enemy movement make every turn a tense experience.
✅ Solo Play & Multiplayer – Includes high solitaire suitability and is perfect for head-to-head battles.

Units Included:

• U.S. Army Rangers – Light infantry with strong firepower but limited mobility in urban terrain.
• Delta Force Operators – Highly skilled, fast-moving units with deadly accuracy.
• U.S. Helicopters – Support from UH-60 Black Hawks and AH-6 Little Birds (in scenarios).
• Somali Militia – Swarming forces with RPGs, machine guns, and the ability to ambush from alleys and rooftops.
• Technical Trucks ("Technicals") – Armed vehicles providing mobile fire support for Somali fighters.

Terrain Features:

• Urban Streets & Buildings – Multi-level structures affect line of sight and defensive positioning.
• Open City Blocks – Dangerous for U.S. forces due to RPG and sniper fire.
• Narrow Alleys & Side Streets – Perfect for ambushes and guerrilla-style combat.
• Crash Sites – Key locations for U.S. rescue operations and intense defensive battles.

The Ultimate Black Hawk Down Experience

Whether you’re an experienced wargamer or new to tactical combat, Lock 'n Load Tactical: Day of Heroes delivers an intense, fast-playing, and historically immersive experience.

Will you survive the streets of Mogadishu?

Lock and Load—It’s Time for Battle!

Requirements: No other product is required to play this game.  This game contains some previously released material from A Days of Heroes.