Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad

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  1. JonHorkman
    May 2, 2012
    8
    RO2 is a great game. I have played a lot of FPSs and tend to go for the more realistic ones usually. Add to that my fascination with WW2 and the Eastern front in particular, I think Tripwire does a great job capturing capturing the feeling of the Eastern front. Gameplay wise, I have tons of fun with this game. I don't know what most of these reviewers are doing, but I don't reallyRO2 is a great game. I have played a lot of FPSs and tend to go for the more realistic ones usually. Add to that my fascination with WW2 and the Eastern front in particular, I think Tripwire does a great job capturing capturing the feeling of the Eastern front. Gameplay wise, I have tons of fun with this game. I don't know what most of these reviewers are doing, but I don't really encounter many bugs. The only real fault of this game is the lack of a community and the fact that most servers are just filled with bots. The best thing you can do for that is to go on the Tripwire forums and find clan/community servers and cherry pick when/where to play. Europe seems to have a better community of players than the US for sure. Someone on here went on and on about the caned voices but honestly it isn't that bad, I like it actually, though I will admit there could be more options for that. The graphics are good not great, but they do the job effectively. For a small company, I feel they did a good job, I think it looks good. I give this title 8.0. I'd give it higher if there community was stronger. Still worth picking up if you value tactics over twitch gameplay. I can play this title for hours, and have a blast.… Expand
  2. Poerisija
    Jun 20, 2012
    8
    Fixed hit detection and renewed playerbase - worth the money now. New maps are needed, but community is making them with SDK and TWI has promised new maps and tanks. Lack of content is my only gripe left with the game - and that's after 200 hours of playing.
  3. DEnglish
    Sep 18, 2011
    4
    The combat is fierce. The avatar weapons are very well done, it feels authentic. Cover and mantling is very good. The maps are detailed, and offer plenty of dramatic play. The fundamental offering of WW2 combat is met, which gives HOW hope for the future.

    Where HOS falls down is in leaving the realism genre for an arcade offering. More accurately, it tries to straddle the fence, and    The combat is fierce. The avatar weapons are very well done, it feels authentic. Cover and mantling is very good. The maps are detailed, and offer plenty of dramatic play. The fundamental offering of WW2 combat is met, which gives HOW hope for the future.

    Where HOS falls down is in leaving the realism genre for an arcade offering. More accurately, it tries to straddle the fence, and predictably, slips and nuts itself with a leg on either side. In trying to please both, HOS pleases neither the realism crowd, nor the arcade crowd.

    HOS incorporates all of the tired features of the successful shooters: recon planes, mini-maps, radar, automatic reloading, leveling, and skill grinding. By doing this, it is competing against the biggest gimmick shooter companies. It will lose. TWI does not have the resources to compete on the disposable game market. Therefore, the arcade shooters attracted by bells and whistles will move on to the next game, leaving RO standing in its present state before the realism audience. This will be a dire moment.

    An example of one of the gimmicks that are not innovative and that get old quickly is the canned voices. The voices are cute at first, but soon get tedious, as they become the same thing over and over again, or give one away as they are trying to be stealthy. The unintended side effect of canned voices is that players are left unable to communicate effectively about the battlefield. This is an example of a major re playability error. Much more attention should have been given to what players want to say, not what the software is programmed to say.

    The more a game plays itself, the more disposable it is. The more a game needs to be played, the more it will endear itself to the community that made RO successful. Canned voices is one example of the game being taken away from players.

    That the game lacks any real historical context is another glaring fault that will affect it's long term chances. The maps start and stop with no contextual background, no information on the units fighting, where they are, or why they are there. There is simply a side start screen, and the map starts. An arbitrary battle that ends in a tired theme song and another canned voice. Modders and map makers will want to tell the story of their contribution. In its present state, HOS is arbitrary in its context, and repetitive in its presentation and conclusion of the map.

    HOS destroys Fog of War with recon planes and maps showing enemy locations. This type of feature firmly implants HOS in the genre of disposable game. The realism community requires the puzzle of combat, the arcade crowd required targets presented at a fast pace. When the arcade players move on, HOS will stand before the realism faithful as a redundant, self-playing game. There are numerous examples of this effect. HOS should have taken advantage of the void re: realism shooters, and entered the game world defiantly, with a solid, realistic game. Instead of blinking-lights, TWI should have focused on features that would make the game dynamic for years to come: flamethrowers, spreading and persistent fire, in-game hero effects, player placed MG positions (not the forever frozen ones it has now) and any other of a myriad of potential things that the scenario of Stalingrad combat gives. HOS should have stood firm on the requirements of realism shooters. The response to "I don't know where my enemies are" should not be "Here is a radar". It should be "listen to the battle, you will learn".

    It will be very interesting to see where HOS goes from here. The bugs and balance issues will be fixed. What remains to be seen is how the game will rebound from the inevitable disposal it will face, and what the realism faithful will decide to do.    … Expand
  4. neomatrix248
    Sep 13, 2011
    10
    Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad is a refreshing change of pace for the FPS genre. It brings the genre back to it's 2000-2005 roots to the WW2 era, and merges it with today's technology to provide an authentic, immersive, beautiful experience. This game plays differently than your popular shooters like Call of Duty and Halo, so it's not for everyone. It's definitely catered to a moreRed Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad is a refreshing change of pace for the FPS genre. It brings the genre back to it's 2000-2005 roots to the WW2 era, and merges it with today's technology to provide an authentic, immersive, beautiful experience. This game plays differently than your popular shooters like Call of Duty and Halo, so it's not for everyone. It's definitely catered to a more hardcore audience than most mainstream titles, but still offers game modes for gamers with all tastes. The combat in this game is fast paced, but realistic. There are minimal hud elements, like no crosshairs for instance. Weapon aiming is quite unique, too. Weapons don't shoot in the center of the screen, but rather the weapon moves with the mouse until you get closer to the edge of the screen, when your camera will shift. For anyone who's played the Arma series, the aiming is similar to that. Weapon and bullet physics are also very realistic. Firing SMGs in more than 4-5 round bursts will make it impossible to hit a target further than 40-50 meters away. The game also features a full ballistics simulation. Bullet drop and travel time must be taken into account when shooting.

    The game features HUGE maps with up to 64 players. The vehicles in the game feature full 3d-modeled interiors, where players must realistically navigate the inside of the vehicle to move to each position. No more instantly teleporting from the driver seat to the machine gunner seat, for instance. Vehicles also feature realistic damage models. You can take out a tank's engine by hitting it with an armor piercing round, or even kill the gunner with a well placed shot to the gunner's seat, rendering the tank useless until another player takes over the position.

    The graphics and sound design are all top notch in this game. The performance was a little shaky in the beta, but in just two weeks time they have greatly improved framerates and reduced lag. Red Orchestra 2 is a must have for anyone who is a fan of first person shooters who want a more authentic experience than mainstream shooters will give you. It is a game that game developers should take notes on when designing games in the future. Tripwire Interactive put a lot of hard work with limited resources into this game, and the result is something extraordinary.    … Expand
  5. Trucu
    Sep 17, 2011
    7
    While I enjoy playing this game, the small problems really add up to sour the experience. While playing in the beta, 64 player servers were fun and lag-free until a certain patch toward the end of the beta. Since that patch, the full version is also plagued by the same problem. Pings on 64 player servers are rarely below 150 and often spike up to 400+. This renders the game unplayable forWhile I enjoy playing this game, the small problems really add up to sour the experience. While playing in the beta, 64 player servers were fun and lag-free until a certain patch toward the end of the beta. Since that patch, the full version is also plagued by the same problem. Pings on 64 player servers are rarely below 150 and often spike up to 400+. This renders the game unplayable for me. I'm forced to join low player servers (32-24) which rarely have over 10 people in them. Also, some of the objects used for cover cause you to glitch up and down rapidly or fall through the map, adding to the atmosphere of bug-filled mess. After multiplayer frustration, decided to take a break and play singleplayer. While there is no real singleplayer (basically multiplayer maps with a slight intro and against bots), I found it fun and intuitive, a nice break from multiplayer. The AI seems smart, but is pretty stupid on normal. They take way too long to aim at you and often times miss every shot. You can play entire levels easily without ever dieing. The other main gripe I had about the AI is that they rarely fire when not behind cover (I don't even think I have seen one hipfire). Instead they seem to follow certain paths (especially indoors) and will melee any enemy they come across instead of firing their weapon. I am currently stuck on the Axis campaign due to a bug that won't allow me to progress any further. I already took a break from a game that came out 4 days ago, and my break started yesterday. That in itself shows how frustratingly broken this game can be.… Expand
  6. Marou
    Sep 14, 2011
    9
    This is a phenomenal game that would easily be a 10 if it didn't have a few rough patches at launch. Some hardware configurations are experiencing performance issues, and localized versions of the game are misbehaving. However, Tripwire will likely resolve these problems fairly quickly, and the problems are very minor compared to other recent releases such as Dead Island. This game isThis is a phenomenal game that would easily be a 10 if it didn't have a few rough patches at launch. Some hardware configurations are experiencing performance issues, and localized versions of the game are misbehaving. However, Tripwire will likely resolve these problems fairly quickly, and the problems are very minor compared to other recent releases such as Dead Island. This game is an ultra-realistic FPS. If that's what you are looking for, you won't be disappointed. If you are more a fan of arcade style shooters, this may not be your cup of tea.… Expand
  7. Rastarorm
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    This game is a true masterpiece.If you have the PC to get to run it on highest,it looks gorgeous.Gameplay gives the same old feeling from the original Red Orchestra,and the new realistic features are simply amazing!The dynamic music system really adds to the atmosphere,and the weapon sounds are almost as professional as DICE's.Not to mention 3000 lines of battle chatter for both sides,evenThis game is a true masterpiece.If you have the PC to get to run it on highest,it looks gorgeous.Gameplay gives the same old feeling from the original Red Orchestra,and the new realistic features are simply amazing!The dynamic music system really adds to the atmosphere,and the weapon sounds are almost as professional as DICE's.Not to mention 3000 lines of battle chatter for both sides,even the "Cinematic Single Player games" refuse to give the main character a voice,yet this multiplayer-focused FPS does.Bugs and crashes from the beta have mosty been fixed.Those who still have problems:Don't go mad,just wait until everything gets in place.No one can deny that this game IS different than any other FPS and amazing.… Expand
  8. tutevukantabu
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    A game splendidly made, easy to play, intense, realistic, with numerous tactical possibilities, wide maps, lots of weapons. Every little detail contributes to make you spend a great FPS moment. You'll never want to play a "call of duty" or "Battlefield" ever again after playing RO2. And all of this for a reasonable price and lots of free DLCs coming soon.
  9. Dorjan_HR
    Sep 13, 2011
    10
    I love this game despite some minor bugs. I love it since I first started beta. This game is like no other FPS game, you have to think, you have to be smart and you have to use cover. I love weapons, the soundtrack is great and last thing I have to say is: "Thank you Tripwire"
  10. DrKittens
    Sep 13, 2011
    10
    A good game either admits it's a game and only includes realistic things as an afterthought after it's gotten all the fun stuff finished, or it doesn't admit it's a game and immerses you. Don't tell Red Orchestra 2 that it's a game. It is the very end of a spectrum. It's a window into WWII-era Russia you can only look through on your computer.
  11. WingmanSR
    Sep 14, 2011
    9
    (09.14.11; release day)Hardcore realism. Intense battles. I've found it quite addicting, and I put less than 35 hours into the first Red Orchestra, including major mods('Darkest Hour', and 'Mare Nostrum' to a lesser extent.)

    The gunplay and firefights feel very physical. Having a keen eye and cultivated marksmanship skills are important aspects of not only your own survival, but that of    (09.14.11; release day)Hardcore realism. Intense battles. I've found it quite addicting, and I put less than 35 hours into the first Red Orchestra, including major mods('Darkest Hour', and 'Mare Nostrum' to a lesser extent.)

    The gunplay and firefights feel very physical. Having a keen eye and cultivated marksmanship skills are important aspects of not only your own survival, but that of your team as well. Kills are satisfying and feel well deserved.

    This is a game for the patient and tactical player. It heavily favors someone who can recognize the best route to maneuver and achieve the superior position. This is for those who want to 'play war' in the most literal sense. The most deadly weapon is not a bullet, but teamwork.

    At the time of release there are still some bugs remaining that I would classify as 'minor, momentary annoyance'-type, as opposed to glaring flaws. Tripwire has a reputation for superb post-release support,
    free content updates plus very active communication with the community, and we will see if that continues to be true. I believe it will.

    The graphics are very good but are not pushing the envelope. The textures are very high resolution; the models, props and structures are all modeled in a realistic fashion. The depth of field effects are good; subtle but present, not overdone. Extensive in-game graphics options help widen the range of hardware that can run it well and provide those with high-end hardware the means to get more out of their system.
    Relatively easy config editing is also possible for very specific video/audio/gameplay tweaks.

    The audio is one of the most impressive parts of 'Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad's repertoire. The positional audio is not just immersive, but vital to your situational awareness. Distant sounds are appropriately dampened, close sounds are easy to locate. All sounds are realistically effected by the environment.

    'Red Orchestra 2' is THE game to get if you want: realistic weapon handling, realistic and complex wounding, emphasis on teamwork, strategy and skill, fully detailed and functional tank interiors, realistic tank armor and armament modeling and more..

    This is NOT the game to get if you are looking for an easy-going casual shooter. "Run and gun" is not the name of the game (but can still be effective if you have surprise). Just one shot will kill you most of the time and you won't find any aids like crosshairs.

    If you are looking for the things RO2 has to offer, it might just be one of the most innovative and brilliant shooters ever.    … Expand
  12. evolve
    Sep 14, 2011
    7
    The game has so much potential if only they got rid of some of the realistic aspects, like minor things eg put damn enemy tags into the game (only when pointed at). This whole game drives me crazy because 90 percent of the time you can never find anyone. Its a very strategic game, in the sense that you may sit behind a wall for 5 minutes waiting for the right time to move forward or peek.The game has so much potential if only they got rid of some of the realistic aspects, like minor things eg put damn enemy tags into the game (only when pointed at). This whole game drives me crazy because 90 percent of the time you can never find anyone. Its a very strategic game, in the sense that you may sit behind a wall for 5 minutes waiting for the right time to move forward or peek. This game is not for people who are looking for something slightly more realistic than BF3, is way over the top. Some maps are fun eg apartments but some make you want to break things due to the fact that they just encourage camping prone in a corner.

    Long Story Short
    Get this game if you want something with a lot of features, slow paced, tactical, to play with mates. This game is not for someone who plays tactical but does'nt have the patience to hide all game.    … Expand
  13. DeepKraken
    Sep 14, 2011
    8
    I was not surprised to see mixed reviews of the game as it is different from the W + Mouse 1 games out there. On my system I have had no issues with the graphics or otherwise with the performance of the game, some people have had massive problems, sad but I think it will be fixed. All in all its a different kinda game, and it apparently splits that splits the crowd, at the time of writingI was not surprised to see mixed reviews of the game as it is different from the W + Mouse 1 games out there. On my system I have had no issues with the graphics or otherwise with the performance of the game, some people have had massive problems, sad but I think it will be fixed. All in all its a different kinda game, and it apparently splits that splits the crowd, at the time of writing this there were: 37 positive 1 mixed and 16 negative, several have voted 1 or 0, which is just a symptom of bugs on some systems. more than 2x positive than negative, negative being mainly due to bugs or RAGE at it not being COD (or Rage :) )... Not that bad for a "niche" game. Oh and just a bit of detail: Never played Red orchestra 1.… Expand
  14. kmconstable
    Sep 13, 2011
    8
    Although RO2 has some flaws it is indeed a nice change of pace. It is not a new genre to be sure, bu it is a new style of game-play that lends itself more to team play and taking objectives. It is in which teens with pwnage complexes or people that simply want the vanilla familiarity of COD can just go away and leave the real gaming to grown ups. And that is what makes RO2 good. ItAlthough RO2 has some flaws it is indeed a nice change of pace. It is not a new genre to be sure, bu it is a new style of game-play that lends itself more to team play and taking objectives. It is in which teens with pwnage complexes or people that simply want the vanilla familiarity of COD can just go away and leave the real gaming to grown ups. And that is what makes RO2 good. It does not have the most up to date graphics, and it may still have an occasional bug, but what it doesn't do is reward players who only care about themselves and never help out the team. This is not a game in which you go around killing and killing and killing simply to have the best story of how you knifed someone or t-bagged your foe. The maps are huge and detailed. Of course some of the negative reviews fail to mention that little point. Or the 64 players, or the tight shooting, or the fact that the game can look very good with high settings, or the day one modding tools, or custom map making, or TWI being extremely responsive to the community and fixing problems quickly, or that we have true dedicated servers. RO2 is what PC games should be and certainly more brave than what large developers are willing to make these days. They are too afraid to kill their cash cows and so we get the same old garbage year after year and wonder why we are so bored of gaming. Hmm I wonder why that could be? No RO2 is not perfect, but it is very good and will get better for years to come. It as some room to improve and it will, but the only reason to give this game a 0 is if you are a ZERO.… Expand
  15. Zvavl
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    Wow,when people are given the right to "vote" or "rate" something,they really go stupid.(For example,the current governments around the whole world,take a look at them and how they got chosen.)

    Some people rate it 0/10 because it is buggy,some people rate it 0/10 because it runs bad on their **** system when they try to go "high" settings,and some simply because they think this is a    Wow,when people are given the right to "vote" or "rate" something,they really go stupid.(For example,the current governments around the whole world,take a look at them and how they got chosen.)

    Some people rate it 0/10 because it is buggy,some people rate it 0/10 because it runs bad on their **** system when they try to go "high" settings,and some simply because they think this is a generic cod-ripoff WW2 shooter.IT IS NOT.

    Red Orchestra 2 is simply an innovative realistic FPS that can be FUN.Which is what I never saw before!If you have the system to run it,graphics look really good!The texture quality and quantity in this game is amazing.

    A request to other reviewers;PLEASE don't rate the game simply because it is buggy now.It eventually WILL be patched.Review this ONLY if you have a high-end gaming PC to see the REAL graphical quality,and to experience the game better.You know inside that the CORE GAME is actually breath-takingly good!    … Expand
  16. Jswizzy84
    Sep 14, 2011
    8
    Graghics: On Ultra the game looks better than World at war and the animations are amazing but the art design is very low poly when it comes to map design, most of the maps are very square and lack bump mapping on textures that should have them like bricks. If your not playing on Ultra the game looks horrible but on Ultra it looks very presentable and better than COD.
    Gameplay: Unforgiving.    Graghics: On Ultra the game looks better than World at war and the animations are amazing but the art design is very low poly when it comes to map design, most of the maps are very square and lack bump mapping on textures that should have them like bricks. If your not playing on Ultra the game looks horrible but on Ultra it looks very presentable and better than COD.
    Gameplay: Unforgiving. The game plays like older Tactical shooters the kind that went out of style when MW and it's many clones came into play. If you can stomach games like America Army, Ghost Recon, and Raven shield then this is the game for you. You need allot of patience to play this game as the learning curve is steep and the weapon balance is not even. The mp40 is so much better than all the other guns it's not even funny. I've done fine with the bolts but you can but zero effort into doing well with the mp40 and get about the same you would as your best bolt game.
    Singleplayer: From what I played the singleplayer is just the multiplayer maps with AI teammates that you control. Its not overly exciting and not enough of a reason to get the game if your not going to play multiplayer.
    Sound: This game has some of the best positional sound I've seen in awhile. You can use it to locate enemies and pinpoint were they are coming from. The music on the other hand just seems to get in the way of gameplay and even turning music down to min doesn't get rid of it.
    Controls: If you don't like toggle well TWI just gives you big middle finger. They want this game to be as clumsy as possible to control and I almost wish it was a console port because at least then it wouldn't be has ham-fisted. You can edit the ini to allow for hold crouch and ADS but the latter is buggy.    … Expand
  17. jimbofbx
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    Had this been a console release, it would had been a disaster given the limited ability for a console game to be patched, updated, fixed, and expanded upon. However, its a PC game and for that its a PC game in all of its glory. Wimpy grandma's PCs need not apply here, the game's performance tweaks was changing, for better or worse, almost every other day for the beta and at release timeHad this been a console release, it would had been a disaster given the limited ability for a console game to be patched, updated, fixed, and expanded upon. However, its a PC game and for that its a PC game in all of its glory. Wimpy grandma's PCs need not apply here, the game's performance tweaks was changing, for better or worse, almost every other day for the beta and at release time its still not right. Yes the game crashes from time to time and on lower end PCs with low memory will crash more often than that. Yes sometimes your view occasionally flip out. Your bullets occasionally do not count. There's a plethora of UI bugs Etc etc. That doesn't matter. The game even in its "not quite done but here you can play anyways" state is absolutely fantastic. This is by far THE most realistic yet inviting first person shooter in every respect and steps up and improves greatly in its mechanics over the original Red Orchestra. Tripwire isn't EA. They don't ship the game and call it done and already stated that it's not done, there's more to add, and you'll get more (not even considering community content). But the ship date came around (after 5 years in development!) and this is what they have. Enjoy it. It's a multiplayer game, so enjoy its strengths, and enjoy the new bar for PC games.… Expand
  18. kotay
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    Awesome game, can be a little tough when you first start, especially if you are used to a more "run 'n' gun" style of first-person shooters, but once you learn to slow down a little, and not rush into buildings etc. like a loony you will start raking in the kills. Killing is so very satisfying too, especially with a bolt-action rifle from 200m+, it gives me a little semi on.

    If you    Awesome game, can be a little tough when you first start, especially if you are used to a more "run 'n' gun" style of first-person shooters, but once you learn to slow down a little, and not rush into buildings etc. like a loony you will start raking in the kills. Killing is so very satisfying too, especially with a bolt-action rifle from 200m+, it gives me a little semi on.

    If you liked games like the first Red Orchestra, ArmA series, or even games like Bad Company/CoD (hardcore mode), then you should love this game. If you can actually aim, you should love this game. If you are super cool (like me), you should also love this game.

    I am not really into the whole WW2 thing, I prefer modern or futuristic weapons in games, but gee whizz this game is so much fun, sometimes I can even feel my heart beating and it makes me feel like a normal boy, along with my semi on.    … Expand
  19. teejaymmk
    Sep 13, 2011
    10
    A friend of mine asked me what Red Orchestra 2 was like, and all I could tell him was it was kind of like the original Red Orchestra. This game is totally different than any of the AAA fps titles out there, and is just as good if not better. I wouldn't be able to sleep tonight if I gave this anything less than a 10, even with some bugs that have yet to be fixed, simply because it's aA friend of mine asked me what Red Orchestra 2 was like, and all I could tell him was it was kind of like the original Red Orchestra. This game is totally different than any of the AAA fps titles out there, and is just as good if not better. I wouldn't be able to sleep tonight if I gave this anything less than a 10, even with some bugs that have yet to be fixed, simply because it's a great change from what other developers are spitting out right now and it has been done so well.… Expand
  20. 3Ball
    Sep 13, 2011
    10
    Like others have said, it has some bugs, and it isnt perfect in execution, but the game itself is excellent. The most enjoyable experience I have had in years. The feeling is very cinematic, yet authentic at the same time. The game performs well enough to be played, and offers some interesting ideas for balance and gameplay that other games arent quite bold enough to do. Truly a greatLike others have said, it has some bugs, and it isnt perfect in execution, but the game itself is excellent. The most enjoyable experience I have had in years. The feeling is very cinematic, yet authentic at the same time. The game performs well enough to be played, and offers some interesting ideas for balance and gameplay that other games arent quite bold enough to do. Truly a great game, and with a few patches and driver updates, it will only get better and better. I am giving this a 10, as I am rounding up from 9.5. The other .5 of a point might come down the road when the bugs that were present near the end of beta are fixed (if they arent already).… Expand
  21. Goden
    Sep 15, 2011
    2
    Was a part of the beta of the Digital Deluxe Edition and I have to say the final product on release day performs and looks worse than the beta. Extremely poor performance and catastrophic balance problems. Also the game devs frequently argue with community members on forums and delete criticizing posts and lock threads which contain criticism.
  22. ggaugs
    Sep 14, 2011
    2
    Look at all those 10's. Those people are lying to you. 10 is perfection. This game is far from perfect. Tripwire even said so in there release of the game.

    This game is for tactical "elitists." Those guys who buy COD and buy Crouch servers and try to get you to play by their rules. This is the game for them... but this game is terribly flawed and terrible looking. If they fixed all the    Look at all those 10's. Those people are lying to you. 10 is perfection. This game is far from perfect. Tripwire even said so in there release of the game.

    This game is for tactical "elitists." Those guys who buy COD and buy Crouch servers and try to get you to play by their rules. This is the game for them... but this game is terribly flawed and terrible looking. If they fixed all the bugs, maybe this game would be an 8/10 to those people only... because a game this bad looking is not 10/10 ever.

    Specs:
    i5 2500K, 8GB RAM, 2x6850... I get 40 FPS staring at a DirectX 9 wall indoors. Outdoors, 30 FPS. Gunfire, less than 30 FPS. All bug related. The beta gave me 50-60 FPS.

    Sever Browser is broken.

    The game is 2004-2006 looking.

    By christmas this game will be fixed up and will make some people happy. But that time is not now. And do not even read all these 10/10 reviews. They are heavily biased.

    This game has potential to be a fun to some, but they released a broken game. 10/10 reviewers should be ashamed for their lies. Nobody can honestly justify 10/10... unless your just some childish fanboy who wants to rip on the BF3/MW3 fans... and want people to believe this is in some way better because it fits their playing preference better.

    If you're going to take any advice from these User Scores... Don't. Wait for a free weekend/guest pass, or wait for the Critics review this game. There is clearly a lot of bias going around here, but my advice is to not rush into buying this game.    … Expand
  23. BobTheBuilder19
    Sep 13, 2011
    5
    Not a very fun game. Game is very clunky. The action key is bound to many different things. cover/bandage/pickup/use so when you're near two things that do the same thing you end up covering when trying to pickup a gun. Game is also laggy as get out with hit detection all over the place. Your hits will sometimes register after you die.
  24. TWI_Blows
    Sep 13, 2011
    3
    Giving this game a '10' is unconscionable sycophantism toward TWI. The game is a mess. Graphics are dated, game-play is clunky, 'cutting-edge' features such as cover are broken. Server browser is broken, game crashes constantly. Performance even on high-end hardware is problematic. Read the steam forums before spending your hard earned cash on this turkey, and/or wait until it goes on deepGiving this game a '10' is unconscionable sycophantism toward TWI. The game is a mess. Graphics are dated, game-play is clunky, 'cutting-edge' features such as cover are broken. Server browser is broken, game crashes constantly. Performance even on high-end hardware is problematic. Read the steam forums before spending your hard earned cash on this turkey, and/or wait until it goes on deep sale, which should be soon. I give it a three - it's not the worst release this year, but it's certainly in the running.

    If you don't care about quality, are a rebid WW II fan, and enjoy elitist communities, with developers that purge any negative commentary from their forums, this might be the game for you, otherwise, give it a pass.    … Expand
  25. Daematune
    Sep 13, 2011
    1
    One of the most disappointing releases this year. Red Orchestra 2 could of been one of the greatest games this year, it was also one title I've been waiting for all year. Instead it's glorified with endless bugs, poor optimization, and unplayable multiplayer due to a broken server browser. They originally delayed the games release for two weeks, those two weeks have past-- they haveOne of the most disappointing releases this year. Red Orchestra 2 could of been one of the greatest games this year, it was also one title I've been waiting for all year. Instead it's glorified with endless bugs, poor optimization, and unplayable multiplayer due to a broken server browser. They originally delayed the games release for two weeks, those two weeks have past-- they have released their product in an unplayable state, it's ultimately inexcusable. They have spit on everyone hard earned money who bought their game, shame on them. I don't know what Tripwires standards are but I assure you that they are substandard.… Expand
  26. EricNeo
    Sep 14, 2011
    4
    At the time of this review this game should not have been released. There are so many bugs with this game it isn't even funny. Some people can snipe across the entire map, while others cannot evey get the server browser working. A lot of the menus don't allow double clicking as confirmation or you'll get prompts for cmds that don't respond, or empty a clip into someone and have them turnAt the time of this review this game should not have been released. There are so many bugs with this game it isn't even funny. Some people can snipe across the entire map, while others cannot evey get the server browser working. A lot of the menus don't allow double clicking as confirmation or you'll get prompts for cmds that don't respond, or empty a clip into someone and have them turn and one shot you, then there is the prone bug, and people being able to sometimes head shot you through the ground, destroyed tanks, even smoke. But the worst so far must be that the game doesn't record stats or xp on release so at the moment there is no point in playing multiplayer as you cannot levelup. I'd give this game a 7 if the bugs were fixed but as it currently stands the game is just too broken and buggy. Wait a while and see if they patch it as tripwire generally has a good record with patches but until then don't buy it.… Expand
  27. VonSalza
    Sep 13, 2011
    3
    Brief recap: RO2 is pretty bad. As a RO long timer I've been waiting for this game for a long time. I really wanted to like it but unfortunately i can't. The sequel doesn't catch at all the feeling and the game play of the first RO. The way you move around, the balistics, the granede toss, the satchel cooking...nothing is the same in RO2. Worst still, it's buggy and frustrating ("cannotBrief recap: RO2 is pretty bad. As a RO long timer I've been waiting for this game for a long time. I really wanted to like it but unfortunately i can't. The sequel doesn't catch at all the feeling and the game play of the first RO. The way you move around, the balistics, the granede toss, the satchel cooking...nothing is the same in RO2. Worst still, it's buggy and frustrating ("cannot prone here" in semi open field, "can't deploy here" in places well suited for deploying a maching gun and so on). A missed chance. A let down.
    Stay away.    … Expand
  28. neck
    Sep 14, 2011
    3
    As a long-time RO player, I can only say that RO2 is a total disaster. There are simply many, many problems with the new game. The obvious tech stuff: Low FPS on high-end systems, broken server browser, high latencies, weird menu
    The game-play things: The controls are awkward; one action button handles basically everything. You can't prone where you're obviously able to prone (open    As a long-time RO player, I can only say that RO2 is a total disaster. There are simply many, many problems with the new game. The obvious tech stuff: Low FPS on high-end systems, broken server browser, high latencies, weird menu
    The game-play things: The controls are awkward; one action button handles basically everything. You can't prone where you're obviously able to prone (open field?!), you can't put down stationary machine guns where they would be absolutely fine, the grenades fly in a very weird way and so on...

    It's just insane. All that aside, TWI continue to be total d*cks and keep removing honest and constructive criticism from their forums. Way to go, TWI...way to go.

    Bottom line is: Unfinished game that may get better with the next 'few' patches. Don't buy it yet.    … Expand
  29. TJarnold92
    Sep 13, 2011
    3
    The game has incredible potential, but in it's current state it is not worth recommending. Buggy as hell, extremely poorly optimized.

    It's going to be demolished by BF3 and MW3 when they come out if they don't fix their stuff...
  30. extremezone
    Sep 13, 2011
    0
    I have never before seen a game so poorly optimized. I loved the original and can only pray that they fix this major issues, but on a modern computer with the best CPU's, GPU's, RAM out there, there is no excuse for how choppy the game is.
  31. beergogglesftw
    Apr 17, 2014
    7
    Updating my score from long ago when I noticed how low it was. I reviewed the game soon after its original launch in 2011, and I certainly feel like it was broken them and not functioning as it should. (The beta was running better at the time). But like all Tripwire projects they gave it a lot of ongoing support and it became a really good game.
  32. momio
    Sep 13, 2011
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As for this game, there are too a lot of bugs. This result is very regrettable though I was a fan of the former work. Other User Score cannot be trusted.… Expand
  33. NateN34
    Sep 13, 2011
    0
    I cannot believe how bad this game. This game has the graphics of a 2004 game and the performance of a console port. Constant stuttering and do not even think of maxing it out, even on the highest spec systems. Some would be quick to blame it on the UT3, but that is not the case, just look at how good Bulletstorm plays and looks compared to this. The gameplay is where they say this gameI cannot believe how bad this game. This game has the graphics of a 2004 game and the performance of a console port. Constant stuttering and do not even think of maxing it out, even on the highest spec systems. Some would be quick to blame it on the UT3, but that is not the case, just look at how good Bulletstorm plays and looks compared to this. The gameplay is where they say this game shines, but they could not be more wrong. Gameplay is boring, dull and a huge bugfest. There is nowhere in the game that is a fun climax, it is just all a steady boring gameplay, where you will maybe shoot one person in 30 minutes. Save yourself the money and don't buy this game.… Expand
  34. BobDylan
    Sep 13, 2011
    0
    The game is really awful. Even with an high-end GPU/CPU, this game runs like crap. Also, the game will frequently crash to desktop. Can't believe that this game has been released with all those issues. Don't buy this.
  35. Om3ga
    Sep 13, 2011
    0
    RO2 is totally disaster. The only positive thing is sound. Game is still pretty buggy and feels still same as beta. I can't recommend this to anyone.
  36. nebz
    Feb 19, 2013
    9
    Best FPS game i have ever played. Been playing since launch. Team work is vital in this game, so is patience and knowing your role. If you're after a change of pace and want something different then look no further. Sure the game had a rocky launch, but now this game is 100% polished and has an ever growing mature community. Warning to those that are coming straight from COD.....This aBest FPS game i have ever played. Been playing since launch. Team work is vital in this game, so is patience and knowing your role. If you're after a change of pace and want something different then look no further. Sure the game had a rocky launch, but now this game is 100% polished and has an ever growing mature community. Warning to those that are coming straight from COD.....This a unique and challenging Hardcore WW2 fps shooter, there is no kill streaks and no bunny hoping, if you're planning on being a lone wolf you won't last long as team work is vital Can't wait for the rising storm expansion Banzai … Expand
  37. PieM0nk
    May 29, 2012
    9
    I was fortunate enough to play the original Red Orchestra before this game. Having been a huge fan of the original, I held off on buying the sequel, until the May 2012 patch. I bought it on sale during the free weekend on steam and I'm amazed. It is an amazing game and is almost as good as the original (it's better in some areas though). The maps are big, the tank battles are epic, andI was fortunate enough to play the original Red Orchestra before this game. Having been a huge fan of the original, I held off on buying the sequel, until the May 2012 patch. I bought it on sale during the free weekend on steam and I'm amazed. It is an amazing game and is almost as good as the original (it's better in some areas though). The maps are big, the tank battles are epic, and the 64 player servers make the game feel like a real battle during WW2. This game is worth the $40 now, after the latest patch.… Expand
  38. fireskull98
    Apr 4, 2013
    10
    A game splendidly made, easy to play, intense, realistic, with numerous tactical possibilities, wide maps, lots of weapons. Every little detail contributes to make you spend a great FPS moment. You'll never want to play a "call of duty" or "Battlefield" ever again after playing RO2. And all of this for a reasonable price and lots of free DLCs coming soon.
  39. dc42
    Sep 27, 2012
    9
    First thing is first. RO2 is not your typical FPS. It is not a clone of other FPS games but rather its own action/adventure which will leave you wanting to snipe off that last Nazi or Soviet. That being stated, RO2 has plenty of problems in terms of bugs, single player campaign, and overall stability at times. Don't expect the single player campaign to enthrall you and make you replayFirst thing is first. RO2 is not your typical FPS. It is not a clone of other FPS games but rather its own action/adventure which will leave you wanting to snipe off that last Nazi or Soviet. That being stated, RO2 has plenty of problems in terms of bugs, single player campaign, and overall stability at times. Don't expect the single player campaign to enthrall you and make you replay over and over. It is the least memorable part of the game. So where does this game shine? It shines in its multiplayer atmosphere. Unlike other FPS games, teams must work together to take objectives or take out their opponent. Keeping in mind that the game is about realism is key to survival. A run-and-gun game seen in other FPS games will only get you killed faster in RO2. In short, I recommend this game to fans of real FPS games and are sick of the yearly cardboard cut out from other companies. However, keep in mind that there might be a huge learning curve depending on your skill level and that bugs are to be expected. However, once use to the game mechanics and style, you'll quickly fall in love with this forgotten gem.… Expand
  40. Stick-_in
    Jul 18, 2012
    10
    Been playing since Sept 2011 there's still some bugs but nothing to worry about. TW listens on their forums and have put out many patches. Don't read any critics from a year ago. The game is great now! There will be a Japanese mod comming soon, it's being beta tested now, and a Vietnam. Don't compare it to BF3 or any COD, RO2 stands apart. It's well worth the money, and right now there's aBeen playing since Sept 2011 there's still some bugs but nothing to worry about. TW listens on their forums and have put out many patches. Don't read any critics from a year ago. The game is great now! There will be a Japanese mod comming soon, it's being beta tested now, and a Vietnam. Don't compare it to BF3 or any COD, RO2 stands apart. It's well worth the money, and right now there's a sale at less than 1/2 the original price!… Expand
  41. TheCrystalShip
    Feb 15, 2013
    9
    Ro2 is the shooter for you if you don´t like run n gun! Sure sometimes in a intense fight room to room such things happen, but not all the time like in CoD or BF! I don´t like it as much as I love Red Orchestra Ostfront and its modifications but it is a great game if youre in the right server with the right people theres nothing more funnier and satisfing! It has bugs and a lot of contentRo2 is the shooter for you if you don´t like run n gun! Sure sometimes in a intense fight room to room such things happen, but not all the time like in CoD or BF! I don´t like it as much as I love Red Orchestra Ostfront and its modifications but it is a great game if youre in the right server with the right people theres nothing more funnier and satisfing! It has bugs and a lot of content is still missing but looking at it evolving thru the community and steam workshop shows clearly how great it will be! The potential is just incredible!… Expand
  42. Marsu1
    Dec 17, 2012
    9
    As I was a little let down with the limited teamwork in Battlefield 3, I started looking for a realistic game with more teamwork oriented gameplay. I noticed at the time that this game was on free-weekend on steam, and I decided to try it out. I have not had any experience in this series before and that is a shame. The graphics are not maybe as good but they are by no means bad either.As I was a little let down with the limited teamwork in Battlefield 3, I started looking for a realistic game with more teamwork oriented gameplay. I noticed at the time that this game was on free-weekend on steam, and I decided to try it out. I have not had any experience in this series before and that is a shame. The graphics are not maybe as good but they are by no means bad either. Gameplay is sometimes a little bit glitchy but I have not found it to be game breaking. Compared to other games, this game has the proper things a PC game should have. Dedicated servers, Ingame VOIP, Pretty easily made custom maps and I am really looking forward to a couple of mods, mostly Rising Storm and Karelian Front. This game has a totally different feel to me compared to other FPS games. It is really fun to play with friends and strangers alike. Due to some bugs I give this a 9, but the developers are listening to the community on this game.… Expand
  43. pnoozi
    Jul 21, 2012
    7
    This game is the definition of a 7/10. It's a really good game, it just has trouble showing it. The graphics are improved but the environments seem sparse. They need more work. This does much to weaken the atmosphere. There is so much detail put into the gameplay, though, it's what I like most about the game. You can adjust your sights, hold your breath, switch sights on the fly -This game is the definition of a 7/10. It's a really good game, it just has trouble showing it. The graphics are improved but the environments seem sparse. They need more work. This does much to weaken the atmosphere. There is so much detail put into the gameplay, though, it's what I like most about the game. You can adjust your sights, hold your breath, switch sights on the fly - it's very well done. Unfortunately the game suffers from unnecessary limitations - for example, you can't opt to hold sights instead of toggle, and you can't turn off or in any way adjust the dreadful gun sway (your gun moves faster than the camera). It really brings down the score for me personally. Overall the game feels like it still needs work. But despite that, it's still impressive. A good value considering I got it on sale.… Expand
  44. EddieElNino
    Apr 8, 2013
    10
    What a refreshing breath of fresh air in an otherwise faded and boring genre. So many shooters today do the same freaking thing you would think that one company made them all. In RO happily that is not the case. The combat is intense and not for those with 5 second attention spans. If you want a great game and have taste that cater to the realistic then your should definitely buy this.
  45. stranglehold
    Apr 3, 2013
    7
    Single player needs a lot of work pretty much the single player is LIKE REALLY CRAP!
    BUT
    The Multi-player player is FANTASTIC!
    It packs refreshing realistic game-play
    Buy it for the Multi-player
  46. umkara
    Mar 20, 2014
    10
    i had played this game for 82 hours online. once i was playng a game in a full server. the russians were loosing the territory and the commander sad to evrery one retreat... it was so awesome when everybody did it... there was 32 guys deffending de last base for 2 minutes and it worked... that type of cooperation in a game is what red orchestra shines. if you want points you should stayi had played this game for 82 hours online. once i was playng a game in a full server. the russians were loosing the territory and the commander sad to evrery one retreat... it was so awesome when everybody did it... there was 32 guys deffending de last base for 2 minutes and it worked... that type of cooperation in a game is what red orchestra shines. if you want points you should stay with your army and advance , capture or deffend your base. the game gives you more points for working with your army than if you're rambo in ww2. the game had a terrible connection in the firts 3 mouths but right now it is working very well… Expand
  47. speeDRunner
    Apr 8, 2013
    9
    I don't know why people are rating so low to this game.Probably because they find it hard to get out of their comfort zone CoD styled game play? That ridiculous run and gun arcade?

    Being a hard core RO1 fan from day 1, I found RO2 to be exactly the same as its predecessor. Immersing, intense 'find some cover!' type of a game! people shouting, the intense firefights and the gun shots you    I don't know why people are rating so low to this game.Probably because they find it hard to get out of their comfort zone CoD styled game play? That ridiculous run and gun arcade?

    Being a hard core RO1 fan from day 1, I found RO2 to be exactly the same as its predecessor. Immersing, intense 'find some cover!' type of a game! people shouting, the intense firefights and the gun shots you suffer from somewhere from the window you never know, single sniper shots that force you to keep your head down because the spawn point is so damn far away, this game needs skills and training! So in short its like a simulator and you need to have that kind of a mindset towards it. In addition, the 64 player support makes it even more intense.

    This is not a run and gun FPS, kindly play something like black ops or Borderlands if it suffices. leave this game to the pros! I give this game a 9. Would be so readily happy to give it a 10 if only the gun sounds had a little more punch!    … Expand
  48. TheRubixGamer
    Jun 21, 2013
    8
    The greatest realistic FPS based in ww2 you will ever play! The gameplay is a hell of alot of fun but the map design is not so great and the tank AI is bloody awful! The graphics for this game are not revolutionary but there not to bad and they get the job done. The game is great with 64 players all running around shooting each other but the cover system is a pain in the ass and I neverThe greatest realistic FPS based in ww2 you will ever play! The gameplay is a hell of alot of fun but the map design is not so great and the tank AI is bloody awful! The graphics for this game are not revolutionary but there not to bad and they get the job done. The game is great with 64 players all running around shooting each other but the cover system is a pain in the ass and I never use because it always gets me shot. The game has a few weird bugs involving moving and by this I mean running and jumping into prone is quite glitchy and I had a few moments where I would climb over a wall and my character would either suddenly decide not to climb over it or bug out and cause my camera to fly all the place which would completely disorientate me.

    Overall I find these bugs to be quite minor and it is the only realistic ww2 FPS your gonna find so I say that if you like realistic FPS's you should go and buy this ASAP!    … Expand
  49. edaciousx
    Apr 10, 2013
    10
    This game's pretty awesome and VERY polished. I've been looking for a hardcore shooter/simulator and this game's pretty much spot on. The realism mode is freaken awesome. Honestly, a lot of casual gamers would get turned off by this game because it will most likely be too difficult but people who like hardcore shooters (none of that call of doody crap) will seriously enjoy this game.
  50. xv4xv4x
    Apr 7, 2013
    8
    The game has good graphics and gameplay, i just think there are some maps that are not so good were one team has full advantage over the other team but other than that the game is very good, If your looking for an intense game to play then buy this game right now! I have come across no bugs in the game so I will give it a 8/10.
  51. Ramp
    Apr 21, 2013
    10
    Before I write this review I must preface some things. This game is not Call of Duty. This game is not Battlefield 3. This game sells itself on its realism. I will say that it is not quite as realistic at the first Red Orchestra, yet still more realistic than any other WW2 FPS currently out. I got this game for under 5 bucks and it was probably the best investment I've made in a long,Before I write this review I must preface some things. This game is not Call of Duty. This game is not Battlefield 3. This game sells itself on its realism. I will say that it is not quite as realistic at the first Red Orchestra, yet still more realistic than any other WW2 FPS currently out. I got this game for under 5 bucks and it was probably the best investment I've made in a long, long time. Most of the issues that people are complaining about from when the game was released have been ironed out. The graphics look great when maxed out and the game play experience is very smooth. If you have a quad core processor and mid range video card you wont have problem maxing out this game at all. Red Orchestra 2 is also constantly being updated, with new maps and game types added from both the developers and the user community. I noticed many people complaining about the campaign. This game is not at all meant to be a single player experience. Sure, you can go in and play the single player campaign, but it's really just a bunch of bots running around. This game never sold itself as a single player experience and to be quite honest, if your playing this game for that experience you must be new to PC gaming. Noobs will struggle to find a groove at first, but one thing that really helps new guys is really just stay alive. The kills will come and you'll be loving every second of it. Another issue that I see people complaining about is the HUD and the voice acting. The HUD is simple and can be simplified even more, creating a very immersive experience. Also, you can set the games audio to use the nations native languages (German and Russian) rather than your own team speaking English and the opposite speaking their native tongue. This helps to create an even more immersive experience in my opinion. On another note, the sound in the game is quite good. 5.1 surround sound is a fantastic experience when paired up with this game. Overall, this game was a great buy, as I've gotten over 80 hours of gameplay for under 5 bucks and I have no plans to stop anytime soon. Must have for realism FPS fans.… Expand
  52. Gen_Target
    Jul 17, 2013
    9
    If you miss the WW2 motif within FPS games, this is the one for you. You will find yourself entrenched in gritty war scenes ranging throughout Europe and the Pacific fighting battles where every small arms fire fight will feel greatly rewarding. The games visuals are slightly aged, but that shouldn't bother anyone who appreciates truly well thought out game play. I personally have notIf you miss the WW2 motif within FPS games, this is the one for you. You will find yourself entrenched in gritty war scenes ranging throughout Europe and the Pacific fighting battles where every small arms fire fight will feel greatly rewarding. The games visuals are slightly aged, but that shouldn't bother anyone who appreciates truly well thought out game play. I personally have not touched the single player in this game because of my addiction to finding out new strategies and tactics against human players on the vast battlefields in which the game takes place. Leaning around cover, blind firing over barriers, tossing (unmarked thank god) grenades into windows, shooting through tiny gaps in walls, and much more makes the immersion in this game fantastic. Even more fun is the initial charge into battle when the entire team is letting out a fearsome war cry. I will reiterate, if you like WW2 games, this IS the one for you.… Expand
  53. carnivorCactae
    Nov 30, 2017
    0
    This is maybe the most realistic depiction of War ever!

    You die a lot, you are surrounded by campers, enemies pick you off at choke-points, your allies and enemies feel superior in every way, you die a lot, you start camping by yourself, you survive by pure luck, you devolve into the "skill"-sets of veterans which means you learn the choke-points, and camp, and kill everyone    This is maybe the most realistic depiction of War ever!

    You die a lot,
    you are surrounded by campers,
    enemies pick you off at choke-points,
    your allies and enemies feel superior in every way,
    you die a lot,
    you start camping by yourself,
    you survive by pure luck,
    you devolve into the "skill"-sets of veterans
    which means you learn the choke-points,
    and camp,
    and kill everyone off at the spawnpoint,
    and you die a lot.

    War is not fun,
    neither is this camping- and dying-simulator!

    (still no Coop-Campaign!
    Just huge maps filled with cheating super-aim-bots!)    … Expand
  54. Jpz38_Hetzer
    Nov 23, 2013
    10
    Ignore the bad reviews. They patched out the all the gamebreaking bugs, and people who same the gameplay is bad arnt playing it right. The graphics are fantastic, sound is great, and the shooting feels literally perfect. Buy rising storm because it gives you all of this master piece's multiplayer.
  55. ashy95
    Apr 25, 2014
    10
    Simply one of the best tactical shooters out there, emphasis on teamwork is core though individual skill with the class you are using is essential, not a fast paced arcade shooter like more renowned BF and CoD, but this is what makes it gripping, for the good and bad moments.
  56. Luftvvaffles
    May 8, 2014
    10
    I don't think you'll find a more enjoyable shooter. The realism of battle, the confusion, the historical accuracy; it all amounts to an amazing experience.
  57. TROTS
    Aug 23, 2014
    10
    RO2 / RS is one of few FPS games with the genre WWII, which is still being regularly updated by the developers. The game may had a few bugs during the release, but most are gone and not really annoying. The only bug that is currently most visible is when ragdolls decide to fly into the map because they just got torn apart by a tank shell, artillery or a grenade. But the gore and theRO2 / RS is one of few FPS games with the genre WWII, which is still being regularly updated by the developers. The game may had a few bugs during the release, but most are gone and not really annoying. The only bug that is currently most visible is when ragdolls decide to fly into the map because they just got torn apart by a tank shell, artillery or a grenade. But the gore and the realistic bullet ballistics / 1 shot = 1 kill is splendid. Some reviews here tells the reader that the game doesn't fullfill the promise of realism, well they must have accidentally played on servers without ''Realism''-mode.
    The game is a truly unique game and feels like Battlefield 1942 but with a more gory and dark atmosphere.
    +/-:
    + 64 player servers
    + In-game VOIP
    + Different Soldier Classes
    + Not hundreds of different weapons, with thousands of different accessories.
    + As close you can come a realistic WWII game with ''Realism''-game mode: 1 deadly bullet = 1 kill.
    + Continued development. (New maps, new weapons, new vehicles)
    + Doesn't require a specific level to get to play with the class you want and the weapon you wishes for.
    + Dedicated servers.
    + Earn upgrades to your weapons when you kill enough enemies to level up your weapon.
    - Not as popular as other FPS-games, needs more PR? It's sad to see a great FPS game have less players than a free2play game as War Thunder with it's 3000 players online.
    - Countdown, if you don't cap the next capture zone within a few minutes, then a clock starts ticking down.
    - Arad2, what can I say. It's not a successful or popular map with it's large open area and mostly tanks.
    Not so much else.    … Expand
  58. angrycamper
    Aug 26, 2014
    10
    Buy this game if you are a fan of hardcore game modes in other fps however you can't play this game like cod you will be like all the other people rage quiting the game because to be successful in this game you have to have patience and practice in order to be successful. The gameplay is awesome (single player is worthless) the maps and guns are mostly balanced ( excluding the mkb lol)Buy this game if you are a fan of hardcore game modes in other fps however you can't play this game like cod you will be like all the other people rage quiting the game because to be successful in this game you have to have patience and practice in order to be successful. The gameplay is awesome (single player is worthless) the maps and guns are mostly balanced ( excluding the mkb lol) the rising storm dlc is well worth the money but the Japanese side always has the disadvantage in terms of weapons so I suggest picking up a dropped BAR or garand in rising storm if you spawn as Japanese altogether we'll worth the money for those who have the patience to play this wonderful game… Expand
  59. Techenz
    Jul 16, 2012
    8
    So many people rating this bad are soooooooooooo dumb.... this is a SIMULATOR and isnt arcade like at all, when I play this game a feel a certain atmosphere that you wouldnt get in most shooters. Dont buy this game if you're expecting somthing like battlefield.
  60. GoldeneyeRG
    May 28, 2012
    10
    new improvements made this game very good. now it works in my computer. There is no any bugs or anything and it doesn't lag anymore. new game mode action is very good for people who like more actioned game play. Realism mode has made even more realistic more weapon damage, suppression effect is increased, if player get shooted to the leg he stop sprinting and much more.
    Best thing in new    new improvements made this game very good. now it works in my computer. There is no any bugs or anything and it doesn't lag anymore. new game mode action is very good for people who like more actioned game play. Realism mode has made even more realistic more weapon damage, suppression effect is increased, if player get shooted to the leg he stop sprinting and much more.
    Best thing in new ''patch'' is that the graphics and sound details are much better.    … Expand
  61. PeteAtomic
    Jun 2, 2012
    10
    With the revision of RO: Heroes of Stalingrad to 3 modes; classic for those who prefer an experience of Ostfront, realism mode for those who prefer a newer vision of RO, and action mode for those who want a step in to RO gameplay-- Heroes of Stalingrad is now a complete game. Tripwire Interactive listened to both player and industry criticism, and responded by creating 2 entirely new modesWith the revision of RO: Heroes of Stalingrad to 3 modes; classic for those who prefer an experience of Ostfront, realism mode for those who prefer a newer vision of RO, and action mode for those who want a step in to RO gameplay-- Heroes of Stalingrad is now a complete game. Tripwire Interactive listened to both player and industry criticism, and responded by creating 2 entirely new modes of experiencing the game, the classic mode for Ostfront players, and the action mode for industry critics who believed the game to be inaccessible to casual players. Additionally, the vast majority of bugs in the game, which the community assisted in identifying, have been resolved. For the vast majority of players, the game is technically excellent. There is a control interface which players can manipulate a variety of graphic factors from a Low to Ultra setting. This allows players to manipulate the graphic template of the game to suit their particular processing speeds & allowances. Such visual effects (but not limited to) of artillery exploding, destructible surfaces, bullet cracks, and suppression effects-- are all amazing. As gameplay is concerned; Heroes of Stalingrad, similar to the first game in the Red Orchestra (RO) franchise, Red Orchestra: Ostfront, is a challenging, difficult game. It is a game where one bullet kills characters. It is a game where the character becomes tired, or suppressed by enemy gunfire, or despondent. It is a game where your weapon may sway, or that you need to brace your weapon for an accurate shot. It is a game where one minute, you may be assaulting a postion, and the next, running for your life away from it. It's a game where players use bayonets & rifle butts to kill each other in close combat, is not uncommon. There are many ways to play the game. There is a character progression system from Raw Recruit up to the Hero class, and there are many different specialties such as sniper marksmen, or squad leader, to progress as. Players become more proficient a number of attributes with progression. Success on the battlefield depends on one side or the other occupying objective areas, or 'cap zones', and characters who participate in team-oriented play by taking these 'cap zones' are rewarded with points used in their progression. Red Orchestra: Heroes of Stalingrad, is an intensely satisfying game experience. It's also a very demanding one. Heroes of Stalingrad is the best WWII tactical FPS on the market. To be a member of the Heroes of Stalingrad community is to be one of the Few & the Proud of the gaming elite.… Expand
  62. Valgancar
    Jun 7, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game of the second world war, many people complain about bugs in single player but do not know that single player was made to train only ... Because the game is totally online. Another thing are the players with low-quality PC can not play the game and put blame on the manufacturer.… Expand
  63. Thedroid52hd
    Dec 31, 2012
    10
    Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad is refreshing game in FPS genre, i absolutely love realism of this game. The setting is perfect because its set in World War II which i like to play games of because of history and the battles and setting usually is not made up by the developers
  64. VladimirPootis
    Oct 8, 2011
    10
    Red Orchestra 2 is one of the most innovative and atmospheric FPS games of the past two years. In a market dominated by testosterone pumped macho men saving the world Red Orchestra 2 takes a step back into the harsh reality of World War 2.
    The individual player cannot win a war by his self. To succeed one is going to need to coordinate with your team, however this doesn't go without saying    Red Orchestra 2 is one of the most innovative and atmospheric FPS games of the past two years. In a market dominated by testosterone pumped macho men saving the world Red Orchestra 2 takes a step back into the harsh reality of World War 2.
    The individual player cannot win a war by his self. To succeed one is going to need to coordinate with your team, however this doesn't go without saying that player skill is still quite valuable. Completing objectives and working with the team nets XP, which is used to level up your honor. As the player levels up, his character becomes visibly more grizzled. Weapons also level up, and they do so individually. Through the different levels a weapon will gradually become more clean, and eventually the standard issue version of the weapon. Levelling a class or weapon will even increase certain stats such as suppression resistance, accuracy, stamina, and other significant factors in fighting. These stat increases aren't overpowering or unbalanced as they don't directly increase factors such as damage, instead they indirectly aid the player in accomplishing his or her goals. The entire stat system contributes in making everything you do rewarding. Firefights in Red Orchestra 2 are intense and satisfying experiences. Sound design, the breathing system, and damage modelling collaborate to turn gunfights into strategic encounters requiring both fast reflexes and smart tactics. It is possible to hit various organs inside an enemy's body as the game has in-depth damage modelling. A shot in the heart is an instant kill whereas a shot in the gut will take some time to bleed out. When a player is shot he can apply a bandage which negates all of the effects of being shot. There is a limited number of two bandages per life so the player will have to take care to avoid being shot. Aiming is drastically different from most first person shooters. The weapon in your hands is not glued to the center of the screen, but instead it moves with your mouse. Weapons also collide with in-game geometry such as walls and fences which adds a nice touch of immersion to the experience. A third person shooter inspired cover system is also implemented, but in a first person perspective. When taking cover a player can blindfire from cover or pop out and fire much like in the typical third person shooter, however it is quite different as you are not aware of where the enemy is until you pop out of cover. This system works very well and is essential for winning a firefight.
    The atmosphere in this game is unprecedented. Teammates around the player constantly say context sensitive lines about the current situation, and in some cases another player's character will reply. Suppression also ties into this as a character under fire will inform his team that he is pinned down. When a player dies it is usually accompanied with the character calling for his mother or even horrific gurgling noises; there was many a time that I was almost saddened by killing the enemy in front of me. In culmination the character lines, gritty art direction, and environments within the game depict the horrors of war in a very effective manner.
    Though it had a rough launch, Red Orchestra 2 managed to enthrall me with its many features and depth filled gameplay. Don't let those who can't over look some technical flaws in this game fool you, this is well worth the money and then some. Thirty dollars for this game is almost undercutting the developers with the effort and attention to detail they put into the game, and I would happily more for this masterpiece. Even the so-called 'triple A titles' can't live up to the work of art that is Red Orchestra 2, and I doubt that they ever will.    … Expand
  65. The-Killer
    Sep 14, 2011
    8
    RO2 has a lot of promise, the have a very good idea and have done a good job. The gameplay is definitely there but problems with the engine is where I think everyones' gripes come in. I think they can pull it out in the end but for now just have to chug through it.
  66. chrisdfw
    Sep 15, 2011
    10
    To Bobthebuilder19:
    "Game is clunky." (upgrade system or wait for patch!) "action key bound to many things." (remap them to seperate keys!)
    "hit detection all over" (realistic bullet drop!)
    "hits register after you die" (server side feature to prevent unrealistically knowing you got kill you didn't see!) This game ROCKS, people that can't handle more realistic options need to go back to Halo.
  67. karmasleeper
    Sep 21, 2011
    5
    Red Orchestra 2, as of 9.21.11, is a game suffering from a terrible launch. The game simply is not yet finished. The gameplay is engrossing, realistic, and incredibly fun. Unfortunately, the experience is hampered by a variety of issues - poor performance, inconsistent lag, crashes to desktop, and various minor bugs. My system meets and exceeds the recommended requirements, yetRed Orchestra 2, as of 9.21.11, is a game suffering from a terrible launch. The game simply is not yet finished. The gameplay is engrossing, realistic, and incredibly fun. Unfortunately, the experience is hampered by a variety of issues - poor performance, inconsistent lag, crashes to desktop, and various minor bugs. My system meets and exceeds the recommended requirements, yet averages 30 fps on custom settings with everything set on either low or medium and 1280x720. I have even made a number of config file tweaks which have yielded no significant performance improvements. As someone who is a big fan of Red Orchestra Ostfront and Killing Floor, Red Orchestra 2, so far, is a huge disappointment. Tripwire continues to work on resolving current issues, but in fairness, should have delayed release of this game until further work could be done on it. The single player campaign is a complete waste of time. It consists of offline skirmishes against bots whose AI is so atrocious you will breeze through it even on the higher difficulties. There is no reason this game needed a single player campaign. I would've been much happier with a more robust online mode THAT WORKED than have a multiplayer FPS with a tacked on single player mode, which is what the game is now. If you are considering buying this game, I would wait and advise you to monitor the Steam and Tripwire forums until major updates have resolved the major issues and improved performance. While the launch may have been a disaster, I have high hopes this game will overcome its hurdles and prove itself the best multiplayer FPS experience of 2011.… Expand
  68. Blobface
    Sep 14, 2011
    8
    This is NOT another WW2 game, in fact, it's not another FPS game at all, to call it that is a great insult. It is much closer to ARMA2 than it is BF2. For those who are reading to see what this is about, this is a game where there's no cross hair (and no, it doesn't mean the center of the screen is where you shoot), your gun moves independently on the screen so where it points is where theThis is NOT another WW2 game, in fact, it's not another FPS game at all, to call it that is a great insult. It is much closer to ARMA2 than it is BF2. For those who are reading to see what this is about, this is a game where there's no cross hair (and no, it doesn't mean the center of the screen is where you shoot), your gun moves independently on the screen so where it points is where the shot will go, there's no cone of spread. Realistically modelled ballistic with penetration system, a thorough display of firearm understanding (ability to switch to iron sight with sniper rifles, manual bolting a bolt action rifle, ability to dial range on weapons, and ability to perform tactical reload and press check to estimate ammo left in weapon) When you are hit, 7 times out of 10, you'll go down, same goes with the enemy.

    This is a far more polished game than the first one was, however, the first game was an unpolished bus, this game is a more polished... bike? not sure if that metaphor even make sense but I hope it did. Anyone who's played the first game or claim that they do, shouldn't and wouldn't give a low score based on the release, TripWire's track record means you'll get atleast twice the content in a year's time, and it will continue to grow. Many of the original features have been taken out, but new ones added in, this feels more like a polished, little multiplayer game, than the previous, massive, unfinished (but ever changing/evolving) UT mod. Few changes though: We can no longer bail from a tank, or shoot weapons out of someone's hand. Maps are considerably smaller than the first game, so while you can dial your rifle's range up to 1500m, the maximum engage range is around 250m, everything is a lot more controlled, but not necessarily in a good way. One of the worst thing about the game, is the terribly voice acting, how hard is it to get a German and a Russian to voice in their native languages? With TripWire's massive German and Russian fanbase, I'm sure someone would love to volunteer to do it? Hope this would be addressed soon too. It's very annoying that many of the low reviews are from people who clearly are frustrated because of its completely unique game mechanics, and thereby sucking completely, or fanboys from other FPS games giving useless reviews to pull down the score.    … Expand
  69. Ansatsu83
    Apr 26, 2012
    7
    Red Orchestra 2 is a moderately entertaining game with several massive flaws. You are supposed to be able to bandage yourself up while bleeding/taking internal damage but sometimes it just goes to fading to black. I am not sure why the "press left control to bandage yourself" message displays at this time but it does not work in this situation...

    The graphics are extremely dated, even for    Red Orchestra 2 is a moderately entertaining game with several massive flaws. You are supposed to be able to bandage yourself up while bleeding/taking internal damage but sometimes it just goes to fading to black. I am not sure why the "press left control to bandage yourself" message displays at this time but it does not work in this situation...

    The graphics are extremely dated, even for this game. It is made by the same guys that made the game "Killing Floor" which is a very classic indie game, but in the end this game runs on very similar graphics, at highest setting. Its graphics are on par with medal of honor allied assault, or call of duty 2, if you are familiar with these two old treasures/relics.

    Either way, bugs, in game code issues, and graphics aside, its a moderately decent game and will get boring if you play for a few hours on end. Play it casually. I have to give this game a 7 out of 10 just because of the fact I use an oldschool rating system which is, imo, is an extremely accurate rating systeme. So here we go...

    1. Sound: 8 out of 10
    2. Graphics: 4 out of 10
    3. Gameplay 7 out of 10
    4. Longevity 4 out of 10
    5. Music: 6 out of 10.

    Total 7 out of 10.    … Expand
  70. Stub
    Oct 2, 2011
    8
    Although the game suffered from a rocky launch, a flurry of post-release patches quickly addressed most of the actual technical problems. What remains to be fixed are some annoying gameplay issues that might take a bit longer to resolve - notably broken achievements, unlocks, and statistics. Nevertheless, the game is still very fun and quite challenging. Most of the maps are balanced andAlthough the game suffered from a rocky launch, a flurry of post-release patches quickly addressed most of the actual technical problems. What remains to be fixed are some annoying gameplay issues that might take a bit longer to resolve - notably broken achievements, unlocks, and statistics. Nevertheless, the game is still very fun and quite challenging. Most of the maps are balanced and well done, although the instant death caused by inadvertently straying into an out-of-bounds area is extremely annoying. The clunky interface screens are the worst part of the game but this is quickly dismissed once you are actually in a match since combat is compelling and immersive. The achievements are generally uninspiring but that's a minor disappointment. It would be nice if there were more rewards and unlocks - what's there feels like simply the start of what could have been a great progression system. Vehicle controls are a bit frustrating and the weapon selection limited but fortunately the developer has plans to improve these. The game has a variety of different classes and weapons but the gaps are notable and frustrating (there are no classes for vehicles, there are no stats tracked for vehicle or grenade kills, some weapons have levels yet others don't). Statistics are also limited (no end-of-match stats for number of deaths, team kills, etc). The single player campaign is essentially an underwhelming tutorial/practise session. However, despite the rough edges, the multi-player game experience is much more compelling than either of the more popular Call of Duty or Battlefield franchises. The game requires considerably more teamwork and squad tactics and the atmosphere and realism is a much closer approximation to World War 2 infantry combat than any other than any other first-person shooter. If you are willing to look past the statistics tracking fiasco, the game is quite good and certainly a worthwhile puchase considering how invested the developer is its improvement.… Expand
  71. Yoda300
    May 30, 2012
    8
    The concept of HoS is awesome, creating a realistic WWII shooter. Thinking tactically instead of rushing straight towards the enemy is really great, which we saw in so many fps shooters before. I love to play it but there are some things that need to be enhanced. Small things but all together they lower the game to something it doesn't deserve.
    One of the most important things is    The concept of HoS is awesome, creating a realistic WWII shooter. Thinking tactically instead of rushing straight towards the enemy is really great, which we saw in so many fps shooters before. I love to play it but there are some things that need to be enhanced. Small things but all together they lower the game to something it doesn't deserve.
    One of the most important things is maneuverability. If u run towards a cover and quickly want to dive prone it happens that you get the message "cannot lay prone here" where there are no obstacles around you. If seconds count it can be really frustrating to stay standing in a crater and get directly shot. Another fact is that there is too much difference between the ability to look around with iron sights on or off. It feels sturdy and you'll die a lot trying to swiftly aim on an enemy after running cause without aiming in this game you're completely lost. Another thing is shooting out of cover. It happens you'll be in a trench trying to aim but if you stay crouched you see the top side of the trench, nicely made as you'll discover in detail but you want to see the enemy, so the only solution is to stand where not only your head is waving like a giant out of the trench "here I am" but your torso sticks out too. I mean why make a cover place where u can only stay behind or get shot, it should cover your aiming and not work against you.
    A great thing is the possibility of being a commander who has great responsibility. He can make the difference by laying artillery at good spots, asking for recon if none knows where fire is coming from and force re-spawn and has two smoke grenades which are probably the most important part of an attacking force. The downside of this great future is that it can be taken by players who play it for the first time. They do nothing, order nothing,... Why not couple the function to a certain level of experience in other classes such as squad leaders. They steadily learn the game with responsibility but not all. And if you want to kick them out of their role not one single dude reacts. Why? Cause every message, advertising for the server, joining of new players is all listed in white lines. You can't read it all in the heat of the fight so why not highlight certain important items in red? 2 seconds and it's gone and you can't vote on the same player twice. So there you are, play the entire game with a noob commander and the only shell you'll meet is one of the enemy.
    Great things why you should buy it? I have the feeling since playing Killing Floor that Tripwire listens to their customers and probably patch it further.
    The game is really adrenaline filled when you have a good team and you can be shot from every angle by snipers, artillery. The maps are so big you can easily outflank an enemy, lay up defences from flanks, cover your advance with smoke grenades, lure the enemy in a risky attack. Classes are well made with realistic guns, aaargh the reloading, and according sound. You have so many weapons per class that you'll need many hours to upgrade them, including yourself. The first games you play on any map is total chaos, you don't know where to run, what to do which makes the difference between an elite and a rookie very high. And the in game voices are priceless. Charge to your enemy while taunting with 32 other teammates will stay in your memory for a long time...Cheers    … Expand
  72. UntoldAv3nGer
    Feb 16, 2013
    7
    Overall I think Red Orchestra 2 is a somewhat solid shooter with excellent graphics and environments, however it has glitches and difficulty issues. Some of the glitches include enemies sliding across the floor, appearing to be dead but they are actually still alive. Some enemies will vibrate in place, etc. Problems with the difficulty are common, where some enemies don't attack, andOverall I think Red Orchestra 2 is a somewhat solid shooter with excellent graphics and environments, however it has glitches and difficulty issues. Some of the glitches include enemies sliding across the floor, appearing to be dead but they are actually still alive. Some enemies will vibrate in place, etc. Problems with the difficulty are common, where some enemies don't attack, and others will try to melee and not shoot. Then it gets really challenging when the enemies hide and get critical hits whenever you do so much as peek your head above cover. The missions are excellent, however it can be argued that the Soviet campaign is almost the same as the German campaign except instead of many Offensive missions it has many Defensive missions. Sometimes Red Orchestra 2 can be extremely frustrating, and sometimes it is extremely fun. It's a dark and mature game, and if you can get it for $20 or less, go for it.… Expand
  73. oso
    Oct 9, 2013
    8
    I did the first review of this game a few days after release and it was devastating. Today there are still some issues left and we didn't receive everything that was promised by TWI. Several major parts are missing that could really improve the game like vehicles, more tanks, a friendship system, customizing options and actual destructible environment.
  74. meotheleo
    Sep 27, 2011
    0
    I can't give a score to a unfinished developing game. And won't.
    I regret my purchase. This is not worth recommending. You'd rather save your money for upcoming other FPS games. Because of annoying bugs, Multiplay's already dead. And tutorial don't reflect key remapping, and friendly bots crane their head to in front of your gun. respawning bug. etc. singleplay's hell a mess.
    this game's    I can't give a score to a unfinished developing game. And won't.
    I regret my purchase. This is not worth recommending. You'd rather save your money for upcoming other FPS games. Because of annoying bugs, Multiplay's already dead. And tutorial don't reflect key remapping, and friendly bots crane their head to in front of your gun. respawning bug. etc. singleplay's hell a mess.
    this game's completely incomplete.    … Expand
  75. TheHuNTeR
    Oct 12, 2011
    2
    RO:2 is a big let down from Ostfront 41-42. Although the game may be pretty you have to get the game to function properly to get it to work . This is a very serious issue especially since the BETA ran smoother than the final product. After getting into a game and getting decent frames(30 FPS) You get dumbed down CoD style maps and a ranking and unlock system. I thought this game wasRO:2 is a big let down from Ostfront 41-42. Although the game may be pretty you have to get the game to function properly to get it to work . This is a very serious issue especially since the BETA ran smoother than the final product. After getting into a game and getting decent frames(30 FPS) You get dumbed down CoD style maps and a ranking and unlock system. I thought this game was supposed to be realistic not an arcade shooter? In Ostfront 41-42 I could easily choose my class and have a selection of 1-3 weapons used by the real soldiers of that faction. The classes were still there though. After playing a few hours i had made my decision. I bought a game that had small maps with BF2 like gameplay and it didn't even run. On to the developer opinion: After waiting for about a week for news about Crossfire users TWI finally posted something. They basically said AMD Corssfire users were having bottleneck issues between their CPUs and GPUs. If this is the case then why can I run BBFBC2 and the BF3 beta @ 100+ frames @ max settings? very disappointed.… Expand
  76. PLANETX
    Sep 15, 2011
    9
    This game is simply amazing. The only reason why there are bad view's is because in today's games they dumb it down for today's gamers. So when a good game comes out that actually requires skills, teamwork, and using your brain instead of running around shooting dying respawning and doing the same thing. This isn't your money grab Modern Warfare game or Battlefield, it's a game made byThis game is simply amazing. The only reason why there are bad view's is because in today's games they dumb it down for today's gamers. So when a good game comes out that actually requires skills, teamwork, and using your brain instead of running around shooting dying respawning and doing the same thing. This isn't your money grab Modern Warfare game or Battlefield, it's a game made by gamers for gamers. This game is flawless when it forces people to work together, and puts your shooter skills to the test. I like it very much, the fact that you don't have people spawning where ever they please quick scoping and firing from the hip like it's no trouble. The game was simply not designed to accommodate people who can't handle difficulty. Which is a very good thing, that way we'll always be up against skillful people who are very good at shooters, instead of having to deal with 90% noob's and waiting for that 10% group of skilled people. The only problem are yes, its bugs, and some of its annoying mechanics. The most of which piss me off would be that the muting players is seemingly broken, and the vote system is broken. Otherwise there really isn't much bad to be said about the game. It's a good challenging shooter, like no other.… Expand
  77. Bart_D7
    Oct 23, 2011
    2
    I played Ro1 for 4 years. For me Red Orchestra (original) is a greatest FPS ever. RO2 is bad mix of BF/COD, bugs and even more bugs. This is unfinished product. Maps are poorly made and teamwork doesn't exist. RO2 will never become as RO1 was and can be called a fail. I know some people like this game, and I am not going to say it is trash. But I am not alone here, and I know countlessI played Ro1 for 4 years. For me Red Orchestra (original) is a greatest FPS ever. RO2 is bad mix of BF/COD, bugs and even more bugs. This is unfinished product. Maps are poorly made and teamwork doesn't exist. RO2 will never become as RO1 was and can be called a fail. I know some people like this game, and I am not going to say it is trash. But I am not alone here, and I know countless people who refuse to even play the game anymore due to its instability, poorly made maps. RO2 is spray and pray game just like COD. Lets talk about controls: Left CTRL is a magic button. With this button you can hide behind wall, give ammo, pick up weapon, use bandage. Problem is for example if a weapon is near a wall and than you have a hard time if you wish to pick it up. Unlocking system in RO2 is a horror I just cannot explain how bad unlocking system is. Don't waste you money on this half product.… Expand
  78. Xile
    Sep 15, 2011
    8
    It really is a great game and you will struggle to find anything in its league out there on the market today. It really isn't for everyone and there are currently quite a few issues being reported but I am hopeful they will all be resolved as TWI are usually very good with support and such.
  79. bilwit
    Oct 8, 2011
    0
    Who knew that "realism" shooters meant next-to no weapon sway whatsoever. Along with being uninspired and boring, the game turns out to be a hilarious SMG fest with broken hitboxes and broken features like their global stat system. This is what happens when an honest and talented group of modders get handed a slice of cake.
  80. Ythumb
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    ridiculous, I bought this game out of pure hype. And i'm truly disappointed I did. Honestly, This game is pure crap. Terrible. Probably sold so much because of stupid hats, Worst $60 I ever spent in my life. I really want my money back. Oh and the most terrible thing in this game is the tank gameplay, Its just absolutely ****
  81. MouseOfPain
    Dec 20, 2011
    0
    The game is so flawed it's almost unplayable. I'm not even talking about the poor performance issue, but in fact the various flaws in the game design itself.

    The game system will constantly auto kill you, you will fall through the map, you will die leaving the invisible zone, you will die trying to capture a house.... basically you will be dying a lot, but not by the hands of the    The game is so flawed it's almost unplayable. I'm not even talking about the poor performance issue, but in fact the various flaws in the game design itself.

    The game system will constantly auto kill you, you will fall through the map, you will die leaving the invisible zone, you will die trying to capture a house.... basically you will be dying a lot, but not by the hands of the opponent, but rather by the hands of the devs :/

    Was really looking forward to a realistic WWII shooter, but this game is too much of a disappointment!    … Expand
  82. DrNooooo
    Sep 15, 2011
    10
    Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad is a real resuscitation of the WWII shooter genre, and a real variety after the last years of modern-setting CoD-clone shooters with run 'n gun gameplay.
  83. prmaguiar
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    I'll admit I bought this game out of pure hype. Graphics were supposed to be good, but they are mediocre at best. Textures are terrible and soldier models look like toys. The cover system is glitchy as hell. Proning is also a difficult task at times. It's hard to have fun playing this game, but at least it's not like recent COD titles. 6 ou of 10 sounds fair enough to me. Don't buy itI'll admit I bought this game out of pure hype. Graphics were supposed to be good, but they are mediocre at best. Textures are terrible and soldier models look like toys. The cover system is glitchy as hell. Proning is also a difficult task at times. It's hard to have fun playing this game, but at least it's not like recent COD titles. 6 ou of 10 sounds fair enough to me. Don't buy it unless it's on a sale or if you're a diehard fan of this franchise (which I ain't).… Expand
  84. Tension
    Sep 14, 2011
    8
    This game is a nice change of pace from your typical shooters these days. The gameplay is great because it requires tactics. Whenever you get a kill, you feel accomplished. Whenever you die, you feel disappointed that you let it happen. If you think you're good in FPS games, you need to play RO2 to test your skills on the battlefield. During my time playing, it was somewhat hard to pointThis game is a nice change of pace from your typical shooters these days. The gameplay is great because it requires tactics. Whenever you get a kill, you feel accomplished. Whenever you die, you feel disappointed that you let it happen. If you think you're good in FPS games, you need to play RO2 to test your skills on the battlefield. During my time playing, it was somewhat hard to point out who's my team, and my foes. You have to remember what colour/design of the outfit your team and foes are wearing or else you might end up screwing up. My final thoughts on this game: There are a few minor bugs in the game during launch, but that's okay. It doesn't affect me to the point where it's a big deal. Hopefully they will iron out the bugs and of course, optimize the game better. Other then that, I give this game an 8/10. It's unique, complex and fun. This game is definitely worth the money. Tripwire Interactive is doing a great job when it comes to PC games. Hopefully they don't give up on this game after a month or so.… Expand
  85. Wartoz
    Sep 17, 2011
    5
    This game is simply not done yet and it's a shame because it has a really big potential to be a great and different multiplayer fps. It's impossible to ignore all the various small bugs and laggy gameplay that completely ruin the gameplay. Don't buy this game today but wait instead and read the forums to see if or when they have made the game playable.
  86. ABNMP
    Dec 5, 2011
    2
    You can find many free shooters to play that excel over this in almost every fashion.
    I bought the game looking for a team based experience but ended up getting killed over and over and over in a graphically sub par game. I would use the word HORRID to describe this tripe, but it would not convey the truth of my sentiment. Avoid this. You have been warned.
  87. CaptainMushroom
    Sep 16, 2011
    7
    A lot of people say RO 2 is clunky, and in some ways it is. But Tripwire is known for actively releasing free DLC and patches so I trust them to fix these bugs very soon. And they better fix those bugs soon, because this game's got some potential. Apart from the bugs it's a great tactical game that can in no way be compared to other shooters on the market. If you like tactical shooters andA lot of people say RO 2 is clunky, and in some ways it is. But Tripwire is known for actively releasing free DLC and patches so I trust them to fix these bugs very soon. And they better fix those bugs soon, because this game's got some potential. Apart from the bugs it's a great tactical game that can in no way be compared to other shooters on the market. If you like tactical shooters and you do not mind a few soon to be patched bugs RO2 is a great game. I give it a 7.5 with the bugs, and an 8.5 without the bugs.… Expand
  88. dlighted
    Sep 25, 2011
    0
    I was really looking forward to this game. But between the FOV max of 75, and the bouncy movement I start feeling nauseous within a couple mins, so it is unplayable for me. The AI is just silly with enemy units commonly running at hyper speed in back and forth motions or in circles. Further, the spawning of enemy is not realistic at all, the locations seem to be scripted such that theyI was really looking forward to this game. But between the FOV max of 75, and the bouncy movement I start feeling nauseous within a couple mins, so it is unplayable for me. The AI is just silly with enemy units commonly running at hyper speed in back and forth motions or in circles. Further, the spawning of enemy is not realistic at all, the locations seem to be scripted such that they suddenly appear in locations you've already cleared. Lesson learned, never buy a game without a demo.… Expand
  89. panokia75
    Aug 24, 2012
    4
    No no no no no. Save your money and read a book. I thought the time effort and money I put onto researching and eventually buying this game a shrew investment which would be an enjoyable and tactical feast of game play with some good visuals. I am afraid I am wrong in every way. RO2 is one of the least enjoyable games I have played for sometime. It is like playing a very dull flightNo no no no no. Save your money and read a book. I thought the time effort and money I put onto researching and eventually buying this game a shrew investment which would be an enjoyable and tactical feast of game play with some good visuals. I am afraid I am wrong in every way. RO2 is one of the least enjoyable games I have played for sometime. It is like playing a very dull flight simulator only on the battlefield.
    I will put it simply this is like Call of Duty 2 trying to be a simulator and taking every enjoyable aspect out of the gameplay. Sorry to compare but this is exactly how it feels.
    Controls are wooden fiddly and non intuitive. Graphics are woeful. The occasional hue, sun glare, and haze effects do not detract from virtually zero detail and textures and just plain dull graphics. The "tank" view is hysterical like something seen from a ZX spectrum from the 80's. Worst of all the sound is laughable and the effects close to appalling. Other issues are dull gameplay and uninspiring maps with no feel or soul. The reason I bought this game is that I was sold on this. If the game was as massive as ARMA 2 then I would forgive the lack of graphical depth, however the maps are probably only twice the size of CoD games.
    The only reason to buy this game in my opinion is that you have a specific interest with the developers of from people who know the developers.    … Expand
  90. cors
    Sep 30, 2011
    9
    Highly recommended product for a real players who are looking more . Games requires to use brain and some skll in shotting. After few patches game play is much better. Of course there is still patching needed but now its a pleasure to play :)
  91. Anderson
    Oct 5, 2011
    10
    Red Orchestra 2 probably deserves more then it gains every time someone weighs the pro's and cons. Personally I feel that it's the few last refuge for the realism lovers on PC(like me). Whether the genre is to whither and die, in the hurricane of change and stagnation or rise and shine and become more popular then ever before remains to be seen. This being finally a AAA game means thatRed Orchestra 2 probably deserves more then it gains every time someone weighs the pro's and cons. Personally I feel that it's the few last refuge for the realism lovers on PC(like me). Whether the genre is to whither and die, in the hurricane of change and stagnation or rise and shine and become more popular then ever before remains to be seen. This being finally a AAA game means that Tripwire has a chance right now at this very moment to establish itself firmly, and guarantee a fun experience blending arcade and realism, without anything too boring. This genre is my favorite and I cannot deny it. If you like these kinds of games just buy the game. But be prepared for bugs, yet fear not! Tripwire works hard to iron them out.… Expand
  92. rossmum
    Oct 15, 2011
    6
    I wan't to love this game, but Tripwire are trying to make it very hard for me. For some perspective, I am a diehard fan of the original and have a strong interest in the history of the Eastern front; I played a LOT of RO1, and while I didn't expect the same game with better graphics, I did expect a similar feel.

    I only got that feel under layers of pointless and totally contrived    I wan't to love this game, but Tripwire are trying to make it very hard for me. For some perspective, I am a diehard fan of the original and have a strong interest in the history of the Eastern front; I played a LOT of RO1, and while I didn't expect the same game with better graphics, I did expect a similar feel.

    I only got that feel under layers of pointless and totally contrived unlocks, an excess of automatic weapons, and general speeding-up of things like shouldering weapons or reloading which results in almost Call of Duty-like moments every now and then. Don't get me wrong, this game is NOT a twitch shooter. The lethality of weapons is still quite good, and the way they handle is as lifelike as we are ever likely to see in a game. Animations are great and look very natural, movement is flowing (a huge improvement over the original). Tanks in particular are drastically improved, you actually feel like you're driving a giant 30-ton steel monster now.

    But there are oh so many problems. The faster pacing and the proliferation of SMGs and semiautos means you're lucky to see more than 5-10 bolt actions on a full 32-player team... not just historically wrong, but also detrimental to the tense, deliberate gameplay RO is known for. The unlock system was pretty obviously thrown together as an afterthought to try and attract more fans of mainstream shooters, as some weapons cannot be upgraded at all and others only have cosmetic upgrades. The upgrades themselves are often contrived (going from a brand-new 1943 scope design to a clunkier postwar design with the MN91/30 sniper rifle, upgrading to a 75-round saddle drum only used on aircraft for the MG34, and in the case of the G41, a 1943 scope on a 1944 mount for an entirely different rifle - all this for a game set in Aug '42 to Feb '43) and were added with little to no concern for balance. So far the map design fails to even approach that of the earlier game; the two maps Tripwire chose to remake are not the ones I would've picked, that's for certain. The visuals aren't bad (they're actually pretty nice in places), but it's clear that Tripwire's art team don't have much experience with current-gen art assets. Performance is pot luck, with some people having no issues and others finding the game unplayable. The game itself is rife with bugs, even so many weeks after release (and following several large patches). The sound design is mostly good, but the accented English voice acting is terribly written and awfully read. Native voices, which are superb, cannot currently be enabled without swapping critical game files - risky with VAC and Punkbuster running. Tripwire did promise there would be an option for this, but none has been added yet. While issues with stat tracking were fixed, it gave a worrying insight into what the game will be like in a month or a year when everyone has a hero character - any semblance of historical authenticity goes out the window when Soviet troops are running around with scoped MKb.42 rifles.

    I really, really worry about this game's future. Underneath all the slapped-on rubbish lies the greatest shooter I have ever seen. The mechanics are sound, the feel is great, and the satisfaction to be had is immense... you just have to swim through the sea of unlocked fantasy weapons, poor English voice acting, and schizophrenic map design to get to it. The game is rapidly turning into a ghost town only a few weeks after release, and I hope this is a lesson to Tripwire about leaving their niche to try and take money from the CoD/BF crowd... but from the attitude they've been displaying on their forums, I doubt it's sunk in.

    My advice? Wait for a sale, and get excited for the mods that are in the works. I really wish I could give this game a 10 now, but it seems it's up to the community to make it what it should have been (and what the devs promised us it would be).    … Expand
  93. Ryan1266
    Sep 22, 2011
    10
    1 and a half weeks after being released and there has already been 1Gb of patches, that is what I call customer service. Though it is true that it was a little unplayable on release day, by now almost all of the bugs (for me at least) are gone. I still hear of others having them, but it has really smoothed out and the speed of this refinement is quite impressive, making me like the1 and a half weeks after being released and there has already been 1Gb of patches, that is what I call customer service. Though it is true that it was a little unplayable on release day, by now almost all of the bugs (for me at least) are gone. I still hear of others having them, but it has really smoothed out and the speed of this refinement is quite impressive, making me like the developers even more. On the merits of the game, it is indeed a niche game. If you think COD is in anyway even representative of how a battlefield should look like, don't even bother. But if you want to experience the terror of bullets whizzing by and the fear that the next one may kill you or it could pass by and you live on, then this game is for you. This feeling of being in the soldier's head is highly rewarding and adds a new level to the game. The gameplay itself does have its downsides as it can be extremely frustrating to charge across the battlefield only to get picked off by one shot. Or to be stalking a man in your sights for 5 minutes, only to have him find you and pick you off at 200m. This, though frustrating, is what makes the game great, as it gives an excellent feel for realism (of course it's still a video game) and it makes actually getting a kill that much more rewarding.

    The graphics aren't too impressive, if you crank them up to high (they start on low) it looks okay, but that's really not what this game is about, it is about intense gameplay, not thrilling graphics and killer action.

    The controls are pretty standard, though it is noticeable how usable the mounted weapons as they act freely with the environment, letting you move around and change positions without having to unmount then remount. Instead your character just drags his gun into position, remounting when you're in the right spot. Though this sounds trivial, it makes using machine guns much easier and is of course more realistic as firing a light machine from the shoulder or the hip is extremely hard. There are so many other little things that give this game so much depth. Some other examples are the 3D sniper scopes, the actually usable cover system, the having to climb to different positions in a tank to replace a dead man, and much, much more.

    So, in summary, if you want a soft, easy game to play, this probably isn't it. However, if you have any interest in WWII history and want to feel a more realistic FPS, then you perfectly fit the niche for this superb, though still slightly bugged game.    … Expand
  94. Relevart
    Sep 23, 2011
    9
    World War II. Here we are again.
    Tripwire Interactive brings new life into the WWII based games, making an huge, raw rappresentation of online based Stalingrad area battles between Axis and the Red Army. And does it well. Very well.
    Despite a lot of bugs and the non-working-stats of the first days -now fixed with a lot of patches via steam- the game brings the Unreal Engine 3 eyecandy    World War II. Here we are again.
    Tripwire Interactive brings new life into the WWII based games, making an huge, raw rappresentation of online based Stalingrad area battles between Axis and the Red Army. And does it well. Very well.

    Despite a lot of bugs and the non-working-stats of the first days -now fixed with a lot of patches via steam- the game brings the Unreal Engine 3 eyecandy graphics, awesome warzone sounds and a real ballistcs calculation for each weapons, making it a non-missing WWII simultations for all fans. Tripwire Interactive work result extraordinary.

    And all of this for a reasonable price and lots of free DLCs coming soon.    … Expand
  95. cr0mag
    Oct 2, 2011
    9
    This game is very different to most military based FPS. The most glaring difference is definitely the level of realism and suspension of belief. For example in COD you will get a bit of a feel for the atmosphere of the game but RO2 really puts you in the fray. This game instills a level of fear and panic and really captures the vibe of the german-russian battles were both sides wereThis game is very different to most military based FPS. The most glaring difference is definitely the level of realism and suspension of belief. For example in COD you will get a bit of a feel for the atmosphere of the game but RO2 really puts you in the fray. This game instills a level of fear and panic and really captures the vibe of the german-russian battles were both sides were desperate. Unlike other shooters your not some unstoppable killing machine, you are just a scared solider caught up in a war much bigger than anything ever before it. You will die in 1 bullet most of the time and you will die often, you will be anxious. Its brilliant!… Expand
  96. Carnster
    Sep 30, 2011
    9
    RO2 is going to divide opinion.

    It's a game that tries something different in a saturated market. It tries to give you realism without forsaking fun. It tries to give you tension and immersion. It tries to make you realise the horror of War. For me, it succeeds in all these things. The reason it will divide opinion, and when I say divide, I mean Black and white. There are no shades of    RO2 is going to divide opinion.

    It's a game that tries something different in a saturated market. It tries to give you realism without forsaking fun. It tries to give you tension and immersion. It tries to make you realise the horror of War. For me, it succeeds in all these things.

    The reason it will divide opinion, and when I say divide, I mean Black and white. There are no shades of grey here. The reason is expectation. Those unfamiliar with the RO franchise who may pick this game up I can guarantee whether you will like this or not based on expectation.

    If you want an online shooter to just be about getting one over on a fellow human being. This is not for you.

    If you want an Online shooter to be about the K/D ratio and bragging rights. This is not for you.

    If you want an online shooter that offers you everything without participating in a team environment. This is not for you.

    What RO2 does have is tense team-based gameplay (In so far as you are more likely to succeed as a team player) Incredible immersion where you actually feel thrilled to get the kill instead of it being another stat. It plays at a slower more realistic pace than most FPS games and actually involves a lot of skill in your chosen role. It is tense, heightens the senses, and is just so refreshing from the over bearing forces of modern FPS games. When you kill an opponent, capture an area, push back an assault, or just simply stay alive in the face of adversity. You really feel like you have achieved something. Not many games make you feel this way.

    It drags you into its darkness and holds you fast to the horror of warfare. Quite an achievement for an online shooter. You fancy some of that immersion? Get the game. Learn it. Play it the way War is faught, and you will not regret it.    … Expand
  97. QuitBeingStupid
    May 26, 2012
    7
    3 easy rules to follow when trying to figure out the true reviews for the game amongst all these opinions: 1) Never pay attention to a review that is 9 or 10 that starts with "...ignore the people below giving it a low score..." These are the reviews that should actually be ignored, as they are already biased, and therefore compromised against any sort of balanced review. 2) Look at3 easy rules to follow when trying to figure out the true reviews for the game amongst all these opinions: 1) Never pay attention to a review that is 9 or 10 that starts with "...ignore the people below giving it a low score..." These are the reviews that should actually be ignored, as they are already biased, and therefore compromised against any sort of balanced review. 2) Look at person's review history. Many of those who followed step 1 will not have any other reviews, or has a history of giving unusually high/unrealistic reviews. Companies use certain people to plant false review information as well. Discount these reviews at all costs. 3) Read every negative comment you find, and see how many of them complain about the same issues. This will also help you rule out whether it is game-breaking bugs, or simply a game that needs a high end machine… Expand
  98. feda1
    Sep 14, 2011
    7
    The negative reviews are grossly exaggerated. The game is off to a somewhat shaky start what with some bugs, the dysfunctional stat system and the strange single player AI. But the problems are not nearly as game-breaking as some people say. The minimum score this game should receive is 6. I will give it an 8 because I like it and it runs surprisingly well on nearly the highest settings onThe negative reviews are grossly exaggerated. The game is off to a somewhat shaky start what with some bugs, the dysfunctional stat system and the strange single player AI. But the problems are not nearly as game-breaking as some people say. The minimum score this game should receive is 6. I will give it an 8 because I like it and it runs surprisingly well on nearly the highest settings on my medium-end PC.

    RO2 offers good graphics, realistic atmosphere, big, insanely detailed maps, intense firefights and a good middle ground between simulation and arcade gameplay.    … Expand
  99. Stardog
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    RO is a tactical FPS for grown-ups â
  100. Mzungu
    Sep 14, 2011
    9
    Tripwire has done an amazing job with this game. The maps are absolutely HUGE with tons of detail thrown into each one. The thing that sold me on this game was the attention to detail. I am an avid shooter and a little bit of a WWII buff, I have shot all of the rifles used in the game. After shooting the guns in game they have not left anything out. They even noted how German vs.Tripwire has done an amazing job with this game. The maps are absolutely HUGE with tons of detail thrown into each one. The thing that sold me on this game was the attention to detail. I am an avid shooter and a little bit of a WWII buff, I have shot all of the rifles used in the game. After shooting the guns in game they have not left anything out. They even noted how German vs. Russian soldiers hold their guns. Gameplay: unfortunately my computer does not cooperate with tripwire's multiplayer (not RO2 Specific) so all i have to go off of is the single player. Biggest concern is the action key is used for too many things. The game crashes at random times and my fps drops pretty low about every 30 minutes. Luckily it is for the PC and it is easily fixed with a patch. Looking back on tripwires track record this will be a very polished game within 3 months and may even outshine bigger titles like bf3. The people that gives this game below a 3 focus too much on one thing and do not look at the big picture, this is a beautiful game that has had a lot of research put into it. If you don't want to deal with the bugs now wait 1 month before you buy it this game is a keeper.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 49 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 49
  3. Negative: 1 out of 49
  1. CPUGamer
    Nov 27, 2011
    90
    The basic fact is that Red Orchestra 2 spoils you. Playing any other shooter, especially one that claims to be realistic, after going through a few rounds in RO2 is bound to be a disappointment.
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  2. Eurogamer Italy
    Nov 22, 2011
    70
    The multiplayer of Red Orchestra 2 offers various interesting debate points about the realistic online shooter breed: praised by many, played by few. Forgetting some bugs and the (hopefully) soon to be addressed performance hiccups, Red Orchestra 2 is definitely an entertaining product that, online-wise, will guarantee months of brutal fun.
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  3. Gamereactor Denmark
    Nov 17, 2011
    50
    If you think both Battlefield and Call of Duty are too exaggerated and unrealistic, and feel Counter-Strike is too soft, Red Orchestra 2 might be the game for you. It doesn't appeal to us, though.
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