Axis & Allies

 PC
Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 27
  3. Negative: 6 out of 27
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  1. XGP Gaming
    87
    The artificial intelligence is brutal in this game. The first few levels are okay but once you get deeper into battle, they learn your strategies and adapt to the way you play.
  2. GamingTrend
    87
    Has a steeper learning curve than "Kohan 2," and that may turn fans of that series off. It also doesn't have much in common with the original board game, and that is sure to cause an issue with fans. However, once you dig into the game, it's a truly satisfying experience.
  3. Gaming Illustrated
    84
    The design team did a good job in offering multiple campaigns, scenarios, skirmishes, and the board-game option.
  5. IGN
    84
    The World War 2 theme of Axis and Allies definitely makes it different enough from "Kohan" to stand on its own. It's a hell of a fun experience no matter which way you look at it.
  6. Gaming Age
    83
    It's pretty simple, if you like the "Kohan" series you'll probably enjoy this game. If you desire the hectic nature of more traditional real time strategy games, you may not appreciate the simplifications made here.
  7. eToychest
    80
    Delivers in terms of pure excitement and plain and simple fun. The game packs in more than enough challenge to keep even the seasoned RTS veterans gritting their teeth, while the online component is sure to keep most any player giddy.
  8. Game Informer
    78
    Overall, the title feels disjointed when going between map strategy and RTS combat. [Jan 2005, p.138]
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  9. GameZone
    78
    The only real problem I had when playing the game was getting units to break off an engagement.
  10. 3DAvenue
    75
    The problem with A&A, besides the negative points brought forward above, is the WW2 and RTS genres of gaming are two very prestigious genres, and it doesn't do enough to top what else is out there on offer.
  11. Pelit (Finland)
    75
    A very basic real-time strategy with AI issues. Although everything about it has been seen a million times before, the game is still pretty entertaining from time to time. [Jan. 05]
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Awards & Rankings

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#90 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004
51
#51 Most Shared PC Game of 2004

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
  1. Genek13
    Nov 19, 2019
    8
    Very good WW II RTS, which reminds me a C&C titles or AoE .
    Unique setting with enjoyable campaign.
    Worth to give it a shot even today :)
  2. vRoMz
    Sep 16, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. Great music, memorable sound effects and an overall great game that will always stick with me and leave me wanting a reboot! I've spent countless hours in this game and i regret none of it!… Full Review »
  3. Discord
    May 20, 2012
    10
    Very nice World War II RTS game. I especially like the global WWII mode, in which you take control of Germany, Japan, Britain, America, orVery nice World War II RTS game. I especially like the global WWII mode, in which you take control of Germany, Japan, Britain, America, or Russia and win the war with the opposing factions, which are predefined and cannot be changed, so it's not like HOI in that regard. There are two campaigns, one for the Axis and one for the Allies, which are also quite nice. Quite nice.… Full Review »
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