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To understand the backdrop of Homefront, we must first explore the roots of its development. The gaming world was dramatically shaped by Battlefield 1942, developed by DICE and released in 2002. This game introduced innovative features such as vast maps, vehicle warfare, and extensive multiplayer options, quickly gaining traction within the modding community. One notable mod, Desert Combat, became so popular that DICE acquired Trauma Studios, the team behind it, in 2004.