Strategic Mind: Spectre of Communism is the third installment in the Strategic Mind series, a turn-based strategy franchise developed by Starni Games. This entry places players in command of USSR forces during World War II, blending historical operations with alternate history scenarios focused on a global communist revolution. The game emphasizes land battles but also includes air and naval units, allowing for troop customization through leveling and equipment selection. Over 60 minutes of cinematics and in-operation dialogues with full voice acting aim to enhance the narrative immersion.The game utilizes the UE4 engine for its modern 3D graphics, depicting detailed unit models, day/night cycles, and weather effects. Players can acquire new units from ten different classes, upgrade them with historically accurate equipment, and capture enemy units for later use. A "no in-game purchases" policy is maintained. The game explores "what if" scenarios concerning the continuation of the Soviet struggle for world communist revolution.