Cannon Fodder

A tactical arcade-style war strategy game developed by Sensible Software and released in 1993 for Amiga, MS-DOS, and later ported to other platforms, including Sega Mega Drive, SNES, and 3DO. The player controls a small squad of soldiers, completing missions in diverse environments ranging from jungles to snowy wastelands. The gameplay combines strategy and action elements: soldiers can move, shoot, and use grenades or rockets to eliminate enemies and destroy structures. A key feature is the permanent death of soldiers—each loss is recorded on a memorial screen, reinforcing the game's anti-war message. Despite its cartoonish graphics, Cannon Fodder includes dark humor and satire on military conflicts. The game received critical acclaim for its engaging gameplay but also sparked controversy for its ironic take on war.