In the video game Battalion Commander 1917, which takes place during the First World War, a common but brave soldier is given orders that appear to be impossible to carry out. In a race against time, he must travel through territory controlled by the enemy in order to locate a massive machine and disable it so that his 1,600 teammates can be saved. You are this brave soldier! If you set the captive soldiers from the opposing side free, they will join your cause and aid you in completing your mission. Gold must be collected throughout each run in order to purchase valuable upgrades such as heavy tanks.