Strategy fans, it’s time to mobilise. Steel Balalaika and Slitherine have officially dropped the first major expansion for their modern warfare RTS, Broken Arrow, and the best part? It won’t cost you a penny.
The Baltic Battalion DLC arrived on March 30, 2026, bringing a massive influx of new content that shifts the tactical landscape of the Suwa?ki Gap. Whether you’re a micro-management maestro or a fan of large-scale combined arms, this update is a literal game-changer.
What’s in the Box? (The Baltic Bounty)
The DLC introduces the Baltic Battalion army specialisation, a formidable coalition representing the combined forces of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. This isn’t just a reskin; it’s a complete tactical overhaul.
- 23 New Infantry Units: Experience unique battle styles with units like the Lithuanian Geležinis Vilkas (Iron Wolf) and Estonian Eesti Scouts.
- 25 New Vehicles & Aircraft: Including 19 entirely unique models. Look out for the Leopard 2A8, the Type-X robotic combat vehicle, and the high-tech Iris-T SLM air defence.
- New Strategic Map: A fresh battlefield set in the high-stakes Baltic region.
- Solo/Co-op Scenario: A dedicated mission designed to showcase the unique strengths of the Baltic forces.
A New Way to Play: The Coalition System
One of the most exciting features of this DLC is the ability to combine the Baltic Battalion with existing U.S. specialisations. This creates the game’s first true coalition battlegroups, opening up hundreds of new unit combinations for multiplayer 5v5 matches.
Pro Tip: The Baltic States might lack heavy air power, but they compensate with some of the best mechanized infantry and European-made ATGM systems (like the Spike LR and Javelin) in the game.
More Than Just New Units
Alongside the DLC, a massive technical update has been rolled out to streamline your experience:
- Storage Win: The game’s footprint has been slashed from 100GB to 60GB through a project restructuring.
- Performance Boost: An upgrade to the Unity engine version means better RAM and VRAM management.
- New “Streamer Safe” Mode: Options to toggle player messages and teammate drawings to keep your broadcasts clean.
Don’t Own the Game Yet?
If you haven’t jumped into Broken Arrow yet, now is the perfect window. To celebrate the DLC launch, the base game is currently 15% off on Steam. Considering the game has already moved nearly 700,000 copies since its June 2025 launch, the community is thriving, and the matchmaking is faster than a cruise missile.
The Baltic Battalion is available now for free on Steam. Grab your gear, commander—the Suwa?ki Gap is waiting.
Are you planning to run the new Baltic units as a standalone force, or are you already theory-crafting the ultimate US-Baltic coalition deck?
Find out more here on Steam – http://steam.gs/l/4c3nk
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