Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad

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  1. Stardog
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    RO is a tactical FPS for grown-ups â
  2. gusone
    Sep 15, 2011
    10
    Awesome game. Game of the year easily. It brings the horrors of war to your PC. It can be terrifying when you see a tank and its turret turns towards you. Looks fantastic with a modified Unreal 3 engine. So much amazing detail. Tank battles are so much fun.
  3. felton1592
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    An amazing WW2 experience, even with occasional frame drops I can still play it for the time being but it's immensely fun. Rifles feel great, hard but satisfying. I love the way teamwork is portrayed too.
  4. 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
  5. T5ZK
    Sep 18, 2011
    10
    The frame rate performance is not good enough for most of gamers with the middle to low class PC. At least the frame rate is not sufficient with a notebook amd6770m i76320qm. Despite the lag, the game design looks amazing with full of challenge: ballistic shell dropping, human partial injuring, vehicle partial piercing, friendly firing activated as default. RO2 is a historic tale. So thereThe frame rate performance is not good enough for most of gamers with the middle to low class PC. At least the frame rate is not sufficient with a notebook amd6770m i76320qm. Despite the lag, the game design looks amazing with full of challenge: ballistic shell dropping, human partial injuring, vehicle partial piercing, friendly firing activated as default. RO2 is a historic tale. So there is much to learn what is like being in World War 2. RO2 suits to me as it is similar to ARMA, actually RO2 control is friendlier.… Expand
  6. CowardlyDog
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    While its definatly not for everyone, this has to be one of my most favorite and anticipated games for 2011.
  7. MeatEtr
    Sep 19, 2011
    10
    A long time RO1 player and a huge fan of the series, so had high expectations. It has some bugs, and it isn't perfect, but the game itself is excellent. Already announced FREE DLC to come. Also two mod teams already hard at work to bring the Pacific and Vietnam versions to life. The future for this game is as bright as ever.
  8. hatinacat
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    Suddenly I'm not so impatient for BF3.
    RO2 is an awesome ww2 multiplayer shooter, that is slower paced and more tactical than your average online fps. It also has some fantastic ballistics/gun mechanics.
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. wazups2x
    Sep 19, 2011
    10
    It's a great game. Yeah, it had a buggy release but I can guarantee that Tripwire will fix almost everything. Plus, they will give us free content with future updates (maps, tanks, etc..) I rate it a 10 because I know when Tripwire is finished with it (they will support for a very long time) it will be amazing.
  12. dukenukem89
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    I know this game doesn't deserve a 10 out of 10. Nevertheless, I decided to put that score since there are a lot of people bashing it without reason.
    RO2 is a welcome addition to the FPS genre, taking the mechanics of its predecessor and improving over them. It's not a particularly polished game (it has some bugs in the server browser and some gameplay bugs)
    But I know Tripwire won't let    I know this game doesn't deserve a 10 out of 10. Nevertheless, I decided to put that score since there are a lot of people bashing it without reason.
    RO2 is a welcome addition to the FPS genre, taking the mechanics of its predecessor and improving over them. It's not a particularly polished game (it has some bugs in the server browser and some gameplay bugs)
    But I know Tripwire won't let this game die. They are 20 guys working against the clock to bring their vision to life and they won't rest until it's working without major flaws.
    Killing Floor and RO1 had many bugs on launch date and now they are completely playable.
    I'd also like to point out that BF: BC2 had a non functional server browser on launch.

    I'd say that the game easily deserves an 8 out of 10 in its current state. I'd also like to point out that it's 23.99 in many places (or 29.99-35.99 in others) which is a lot less than 49.99 (standard price for PC games).    … Expand
  13. 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.
  14. catflap
    Sep 16, 2011
    10
    When the multiplayer comes together, this game provides some of the most tense FPS action out there. Be warned it takes patience and tactics; but it's the little things that make this game, such as the delayed kill messages and difficulty to tell which side people are on. Its not really about racking up the kills its about staying alive. Bugs are there but not game breaking and hardly dentWhen the multiplayer comes together, this game provides some of the most tense FPS action out there. Be warned it takes patience and tactics; but it's the little things that make this game, such as the delayed kill messages and difficulty to tell which side people are on. Its not really about racking up the kills its about staying alive. Bugs are there but not game breaking and hardly dent the experience. When it comes to people who complain about how they've paid good money for a broken product - Take a step back and realise that you're getting worked up about a computer game. Opinions are subjective and hate offers nothing constructive. This is a multiplayer game so the only thing that should matter is the gameplay... and this game delivers in that department.… Expand
  15. RainbowDash
    Sep 15, 2011
    10
    The wait was definitively worth it on this one, It's beautiful! The graphics are photo realistic and bring back the true grit of war rather than bad company and black ops with their shiny textures, The gameplay is brilliant, It's brought unlockables into it but fairly, instead of starting off with a bad gun and unlocking better ones along the line you start off with a gun and can unlockThe wait was definitively worth it on this one, It's beautiful! The graphics are photo realistic and bring back the true grit of war rather than bad company and black ops with their shiny textures, The gameplay is brilliant, It's brought unlockables into it but fairly, instead of starting off with a bad gun and unlocking better ones along the line you start off with a gun and can unlock other weapons that around the same stats, unlock things like bayonets and such, The maps are brilliant and improved from the first one and the melee system actually works now! :D

    Haters go back to Team fortress, because daddy's home!    … Expand
  16. 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"
  17. 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
  18. 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
  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. 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.
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. SpinGee
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    Im giving it 10 just becouse i know all the bugs will be fixed, on my rig game runs pretty smooth with everything maxed out (580gtx) in fullhd, performance issues are obviously only on some rigs and that will be fixed.What really needs to be fixed is server browser.
    This is best ww2 game ever, you feel like in real battle and its still fun. Im giving extra credits for incriesed stamina.    Im giving it 10 just becouse i know all the bugs will be fixed, on my rig game runs pretty smooth with everything maxed out (580gtx) in fullhd, performance issues are obviously only on some rigs and that will be fixed.What really needs to be fixed is server browser.
    This is best ww2 game ever, you feel like in real battle and its still fun. Im giving extra credits for incriesed stamina. Sounds are also big improvement. Graphics are just outstading - big maps, with big ruined buildings i love it and enjoyed whole beta.    … Expand
  24. BLiTZY
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    easily the best game released in the last year, tho having it's bugs and problems it is defiantly beaten the likes of black ops and bc2 when its come to being playable at release. In saying that people who have been saying t's poorly optimize maybe upgrade your 5 year old machine before commenting like honestly most people who have been having problems are people who have deadbeateasily the best game released in the last year, tho having it's bugs and problems it is defiantly beaten the likes of black ops and bc2 when its come to being playable at release. In saying that people who have been saying t's poorly optimize maybe upgrade your 5 year old machine before commenting like honestly most people who have been having problems are people who have deadbeat computes. only problem is the blandness of the single player but honestly i bought it for multiplayer so w.e floats ya boat.… Expand
  25. jo3
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    The game is incredibly fun and different, the game really takes skill to play unlike other FPS games (COD). The game plays perfectly movement its smooth and not restrictive, the guns are realistic and have character. I could say lots more but other people have all put it in their reviews, if you are a PC gamer you should get this game i cannot recommend it enough. :)
  26. Kraut
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    So the launch is slightly buggy, do you all not remember BFBC2 and MW2? Worst ever. TWI worked out most everything quickly in beta and will be worked right away, its still the RO I remember. Gameplay is awesome and immersing. Give it some time and it'll just get even better!!!
  27. itschar
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    I really enjoy the game. The beta was a bit buggy on day1 but the patch fixed most major issues. I'm looking forward for new updates and mods that 'll come out later this year.
  28. Hesgad
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    Really well done has some bugs at the moment but which release hasn't considering the size of the studio its an fantastic game som of the best sounds effects I heared in my gaming life so far.
    If your the COD kind of guy who loves to run and gun youll simply hate this game as pretty much every gun will take you down in one shot no stupid perks and stuff your not a one men army you have to    Really well done has some bugs at the moment but which release hasn't considering the size of the studio its an fantastic game som of the best sounds effects I heared in my gaming life so far.
    If your the COD kind of guy who loves to run and gun youll simply hate this game as pretty much every gun will take you down in one shot no stupid perks and stuff your not a one men army you have to rely on your team. A really refreshing kind of fps in those modern shooter age 10/10    … Expand
  29. zzaibot2011
    Sep 14, 2011
    10
    The game is AWESOME but it have a few bugs but if TWI fix that bugs they need to fix the game is so AWESOME then i really rekommend this game to everyone how love WW2 shooters.
  30. miiiik
    Nov 26, 2011
    10
    This is one terrific game - hundreds of good matches we have played on this one! Many that were won or lost in the last seconds - OUTSTANDING! Eye-candy graphics running at a solid 60 FPS on my under $900. computer with almost everything set to "ultra" - including the outstanding "WWII MOVIE" graphics setting - the games pull you in nicely and the sounds echoing from every shot fired onThis is one terrific game - hundreds of good matches we have played on this one! Many that were won or lost in the last seconds - OUTSTANDING! Eye-candy graphics running at a solid 60 FPS on my under $900. computer with almost everything set to "ultra" - including the outstanding "WWII MOVIE" graphics setting - the games pull you in nicely and the sounds echoing from every shot fired on the maps is of very high quality. This one has Tanks, artillery barrages, machine guns that can rip through buildings walls, explosive charges for engineers, sub machine guns, rifles, pistols, grenades, smoke grenades, anti-tank rifles, sniper rifles, terrific maps, ***and in release this week the fantastic Software Development Kit that will let us make our own maps for free - just like Red Orchestra 1 was set up in 2007 - Expect dozens of free maps to start flooding into release by the time Christmas / New Years hit - just like it went after the release of the SDK with Red Orchestra 1. Tripwire has new tanks and half tracks scheduled for ( free) release soon. That's how Tripwire rolls - Years of Free content will be following up RO2's release. I'm giving it a 10 because it is now my favorite game. *That rates a 10 * But RO2 did have some early issues that are since patched now, and some users with the variety of systems out there still get a bug here and there ( thankfully it isn't on any of our systems running it.) I noticed about 12 patches since September. Both of our systems run RO2 both of our RO2 games rock solid - and we can now run them at the highest resolution & on the highest quality settings (except shadows on high) since 2 months ago so the patches were pretty effective. Since the patches worked so well and I have played it so much - this is a re-review - and it goes up from my previous lower score to a 10.… 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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