The H&M system is supported by several unique layers that differentiate it from other strategy games:

As your H&M score increases, village elders become more likely to provide intel on insurgent movements, hidden caves, and upcoming ambushes.

In , the most compelling feature isn't the combat itself, but the deep "Hearts and Minds" (H&M) system . Unlike traditional war games focused on territory, your primary goal is to stabilize the region and gain the trust of local villages. The Hearts and Minds Mechanic

Your actions are funded by domestic support at home. Gained by defeating enemies and lost when American lives are taken, PP is the currency used to buy new units and upgrades.