He called it "a claustrophobic game in which there are only one or two ways to win ... and what matters is how carefully you count the combat factors needed to succeed.

"[6] Anthony Holden of PC Zone was more positive, referring to it as "a superior piece of work" hampered by its inaccessibility to newcomers.

[13] Among other updates, the game includes greater support for espionage and diplomacy,[14] and enables a hypothetical conflict between the Soviet Union and Allied Western powers.

[15] Reviewing A World Divided for IGN, Steve Butts wrote, "Gamers who are looking for an introduction to high-level wargames should definitely consider giving this one a look.

"[14] Wargamer's Al Berke called it "an excellent game" that "has a historical feel, but doesn't drown the players in a sea of detail.