Heroes in Defiance – A Standalone Game in the Lock 'n Load Tactical Series
France 1940: The Last Stand Against the Blitzkrieg
Heroes in Defiance is a standalone game in the acclaimed Lock 'n Load Tactical Series, immersing players in the fierce battles of France’s struggle against the German Blitzkrieg in 1940. As Wehrmacht Panzer divisions sweep across Belgium and France, the French Army, British Expeditionary Force (BEF), and Belgian forces fight desperately to hold the line against overwhelming German forces.
From intense armored clashes in open terrain to brutal close-quarters urban warfare, players will command infantry squads, tanks, artillery, and air support in a series of historically inspired, scenario-driven engagements that capture the chaos and heroism of early World War II.
New Battles, New Challenges
Heroes in Defiance brings to life the pivotal engagements of the Fall of France, featuring key battles such as:
✔ The Battle of Hannut – A desperate French counterattack against advancing German armor.
✔ The Defense of Stonne – French forces make a bold stand against elite German Panzer formations.
✔ The Crossing of the Meuse – A fight to prevent Germany’s breakthrough into the heart of France.
✔ The Dunkirk Perimeter – The BEF’s last stand as they defend the evacuation route.
Standalone Game – No Other Products Required
📌 Heroes in Defiance is a complete game—no other Lock 'n Load Tactical products are needed to play. This edition includes everything required for both solo and multiplayer gameplay.
Expanded Content & Bonus Features
✔ Five New Scenarios – Includes two never-before-published scenarios, adding fresh challenges and replayability.
✔ No Overlays Required – Additional new maps replace overlays, creating a seamless and immersive battlefield.
✔ Previously Released Material – This edition contains content from Heroes of the Blitzkrieg and In Defeat, Defiance, now fully integrated into a complete and enhanced standalone game.
New Units & Tactical Mechanics
This edition introduces new units, tactics, and battlefield dynamics to the Lock 'n Load Tactical system:
✔ New French Forces: Infantry, elite Chasseurs, the formidable Char B1 Bis tank, and Hotchkiss H35 light tanks.
✔ British Expeditionary Force (BEF): Well-trained infantry supported by Matilda I & II tanks.
✔ German Wehrmacht Units: Fast-moving Panzers, elite Fallschirmjäger, and devastating Stuka air support.
✔ New Terrain & Tactical Challenges: Urban ruins, river crossings, and defensive positions create new strategic considerations.
✔ Close-Quarters Combat: Engage in fierce, room-to-room fighting in fortified towns.
Game Features & Replayability
✔ Scenario-Driven Gameplay: Play through action-packed, historically inspired battles that test your tactical skills.
✔ Solo & Multiplayer Play: Designed for solo play (requires Solo Assistant), head-to-head battles, and cooperative engagements.
✔ AI-Enhanced Digital Rulebook: Easily look up rules and procedures with our free online AI-enhanced rulebook.
✔ Endless Tactical Possibilities: Use combined arms, defensive positions, and counterattacks to outmaneuver and defeat the enemy.
