Conflict: Desert Storm II - Back to Baghdad

 PC
Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
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  1. Gamer's Hell
    81
    The gameplay, audio, and visuals provide for a great gaming experience, but without a multiplayer mode, the game lacks major replay-ability.
  2. IGN
    79
    It's rare that a game with average sound, graphics and an uncooperative control system can still be enjoyed for hours at a time anyway.
  3. PC Gamer
    72
    Underneath its tarnished exterior is a game that's surprisingly engaging and intense. [Feb 2004, p.83]
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  5. Edge Magazine
    70
    If Desert Storm 2 has one flaw, it's that there are only ten maps and these usually channel the player down avenues rather than provide ample playgrounds for strategic experimentation. [Nov 2003, p.100]
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  6. games(TM)
    70
    Ultimately, this offers little over the first Desert Storm other than a new campaign and several engine tweaks but given the game's setting, there's precious little more you could ask of it. [Oct 2003, p.126]
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  7. TotalGames.net
    70
    Nothing groundbreaking, but if its fun with guns you’re after then few current squad based titles provide it better than this.
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  8. GameSpot
    63
    At least the PC version is easier to play, thanks to the wider array of control options offered by the keyboard and mouse.
  9. Eurogamer
    60
    For those expecting massive advancements or a radical departure from the original, this will come as a disappointment. A more honest, realistic assessment would be to treat this as a mission pack, and for those who do just want more of the same, you'll come away a satisfied customer.
  10. Computer Gaming World
    50
    Throw in the occasional bugs that cause your soldiers to get stuck in corners or run in place, and you may think twice before signing on for this tour of duty. [Feb 2004, p.85]
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  11. Computer Games Magazine
    30
    One of those half-baked ports of a console game that someone figured might squeeze a few bucks out of PC owners. [Feb 2004, p.77]
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Awards & Rankings

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#83 Most Discussed PC Game of 2003
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#89 Most Shared PC Game of 2003

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 36
  3. Negative: 6 out of 36
  1. Genek13
    Nov 18, 2019
    8
    Sequel is very similar to previous installment, with minor differences.
    Still fun to play and hard as sh.. back then XD
  2. ZethG.
    Nov 2, 2004
    8
    Personally I love war game but this isnt what I expecting but the weapons and level were pretty cool, I love stuff like that.
  3. BadriN.
    Mar 15, 2004
    4
    Pros: Powerful tanks with powerful weapons Nice damage modelling Cons: Insurmountable inventory Awkward FPS camera Fidayeen opponents Pros: Powerful tanks with powerful weapons Nice damage modelling Cons: Insurmountable inventory Awkward FPS camera Fidayeen opponents Non-existent saves Terrible soundtrack Weirdo characters A lesson in pain … Full Review »
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