Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45

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8.6

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  1. RunarJ.
    Jan 9, 2007
    9
    This game is nearly perfect, and it's getting better every day, with regular updating from the developers. It's all about realism, and that's what's great about it. It's not like "every other WW2-FPS out there". In fact, it's the absolute oposite. Every day you read game-developers say that "you can't have both realism and fun at the same time - This game is nearly perfect, and it's getting better every day, with regular updating from the developers. It's all about realism, and that's what's great about it. It's not like "every other WW2-FPS out there". In fact, it's the absolute oposite. Every day you read game-developers say that "you can't have both realism and fun at the same time - therefore, we have excluded the realism". Well, Tripwire, the folks behind Red orchestra, proved them completely wrong. Red Orchestra is a fabulous, realistic, well-running, still good-looking and above all - CHEAP multiplayer-FPS that deserves to be tried out by more people than the ones already playing it.… Expand
  2. AnonymousMC
    Jan 7, 2007
    9
    Easily one of the finest WWII games I have ever played. Those who do not enjoy this should go back to playing MOH or COD with all the kiddies out there; this gameoffers a genuine combat experience that is both entertaining and involving. If you're looking for something light-hearted and easy though, then this isn't for you.
  3. christian
    Jan 3, 2007
    0
    grad gekauft, installiert, ne stunde auf steam gewartet um updates zu ziehen und letztendlich festgestellt dass es mit abstand das dümmste spiel is was ich seit langen gekauft hab. wer behauptungen aufstell es sei eine gekonnte mischung aus battlefield 42 und sonst irgendwas, merkt ihrs noch
    is nicht im ansatz mit dem niveau von battlefield 42 zu vergleichen obwohl battlefield 42 um    grad gekauft, installiert, ne stunde auf steam gewartet um updates zu ziehen und letztendlich festgestellt dass es mit abstand das dümmste spiel is was ich seit langen gekauft hab. wer behauptungen aufstell es sei eine gekonnte mischung aus battlefield 42 und sonst irgendwas, merkt ihrs noch
    is nicht im ansatz mit dem niveau von battlefield 42 zu vergleichen obwohl battlefield 42 um jahre älter ist, nee so ne scheiße, wenn ich nicht battlefield 2 hätte würd ich lieber battlfield 42 spielen als den dreck    … Expand
  4. NunyaBusiness
    Dec 31, 2006
    7
    RO: Ostfrnot 41-45 is really a TEAM effort game... that is IF you can find a team that doesn't shoot you in the back just for the fun of it. I haven't seen any TEAM effort at all, though on occasion a few people try to make it a statigic game, yet fail miserably due to the idiots who have no clue as to how to work together.
  5. JoeBlow
    Dec 31, 2006
    9
    Red Orchestra is amazingly realistic, and a lot of care has been put into its historical accuracy. The infantry combat is challenging and rewarding; the tanks are an absolute blast. Definitely the best WW2 game I have ever played.
  6. JanHeidal
    Dec 27, 2006
    10
    The most immersing WW2 (or any war for that matter) game yet, it feels like you are really there! Sounds, the visuals - everything top notch. Very hard learning curve, but that's a + in my book! Everything shouldn't be easy.
  7. ChrisZ.
    Dec 26, 2006
    9
    This is an excellent game. Only the immature and bad players of other games will dislike this. If you can play a game without crosshairs, then you will love this. If not, go back to Counter-Strike where you belong.
  8. SergeyS.
    Dec 20, 2006
    4
    Wow, what a disappointment. I was so wrong thinking this was another Brothers in Arms. Single player mode, e.g. "Training" is awful: AI is dumber than my hamster, no realism whatsoever. Multiplayer mode is a bit better, but you have to get up pretty early to get a good weapon, otherwise you're stuck with a bolt-action rifle that is awkward to use at best. Damage mode is very Wow, what a disappointment. I was so wrong thinking this was another Brothers in Arms. Single player mode, e.g. "Training" is awful: AI is dumber than my hamster, no realism whatsoever. Multiplayer mode is a bit better, but you have to get up pretty early to get a good weapon, otherwise you're stuck with a bolt-action rifle that is awkward to use at best. Damage mode is very realistic, too realistic if you ask me: a hit in a leg slows down your movement, a hit an an arm - you can't use your weapon. But now the question is, how the heck are you supposed to heal if the game has no medics and there's a fortified machine gun nest in front??? Pointless. The only thing I REALLY enjoyed, though, is being a machine-gunner myself: those tracers and ricochets, and plumes of dust when you hit a cement wall are impressive.… Expand
  9. BrentS
    Dec 18, 2006
    3
    One would truly think a game this smelly would had to of been cobbled together in the confines of a Romanian cave and smuggled out to the consumer by Uzbekistanian Gypsies, via a drunken donkey caravan...not uploaded directly to your PC through "Day of Defeat" affiliated Steam. I mean wow condom less sex with a Bosnian hooker couldn
  10. MikeLessener
    Dec 18, 2006
    10
    Personally, I love the game. The time it takes to deploy to any map in single or multiplayer takes to long though. I spend 20 minutes waiting for the map to come up and stop deploying in any game.

    If there is somehitng I can do to make this faster please tell me.
  11. LoveG.
    Dec 17, 2006
    9
    Wow! The new controls, the ragdolls and the weapons ROCKS! It's a new play feeling that I really like. I would like to have more of these playing feelings in the future. It would be a great success...
  12. Joe
    Dec 15, 2006
    10
    This is game is different....By different i mean a good different. Red Orchestra combines the WW2 Multiplayer we love from COD, with good graphics usin' the unreal engine and awesome realism that puts you in WW2 russia. If your used to takin 10 shots to kill a guy like in DOD then you wont like this game. If you like to kill a guy with 1 shot to the chest as in real life, then you This is game is different....By different i mean a good different. Red Orchestra combines the WW2 Multiplayer we love from COD, with good graphics usin' the unreal engine and awesome realism that puts you in WW2 russia. If your used to takin 10 shots to kill a guy like in DOD then you wont like this game. If you like to kill a guy with 1 shot to the chest as in real life, then you will love this game for both awesome gameplay, beautiful maps and a good community.… Expand
  13. Jason
    Dec 14, 2006
    10
    This is by far the best online war shooter out there, no its not a single player game so dont compare it to one , it was made for online play.If you are a WW2 multiplayer fan its awsome. I love it and its well worth the small price.
  14. BooManGG
    Dec 12, 2006
    10
    Best and the most realistic WW2 shooter ever made. DoD feels like Quake after this. And this game really encourages teamwork expecially when operating a tank (Mics and headphones with driver and gunner = Best gaming experience ever!) Realistic, intensive and the feeling of "being there"! Must for every WW2 Shooter fan!
  15. ZachP.
    Dec 11, 2006
    10
    Its a great game beacuse of how realistic the gameplay is in all situations of the combat.
  16. FuzzyInc.
    Dec 10, 2006
    6
    The design of the maps is good and the sounds are also nice. The teamplay is awful as an overview is lacking. Also the maps are pretty big, so it takes a while before you meet the enemy. Furhermore the chosing of the figures you wanne be is not pretty, cause the popular rankings are gone fast (sniper, etc.).
  17. Teufelswulf
    Dec 8, 2006
    6
    Well I appreciate that Tripwire has tried to create a realistic WWII FPS but sorry it doesn't score well with me. I see fans of realistic FPSes saying that well you can't swap a mag in 2 seconds, you can't run really run that fast, etc. etc. Well you're actually wrong. The reload in this game was timed pretty decently. First of all, you're assuming the role of a Well I appreciate that Tripwire has tried to create a realistic WWII FPS but sorry it doesn't score well with me. I see fans of realistic FPSes saying that well you can't swap a mag in 2 seconds, you can't run really run that fast, etc. etc. Well you're actually wrong. The reload in this game was timed pretty decently. First of all, you're assuming the role of a well-trained soldier which knows his weapon well and will be in good physical condition. Except if you're playing the Russians who just threw recruits out there like no tomorrow or if it's 1945 at the fall of Berlin and you're an old man or a kid with a Panzerfaust or a Luger. But for the majority you will know how to use your weapon and take care of it to a pretty decent extent. What this means is you should run alot faster and be able to sprint longer, sighting your weapon should be quicker, recoil should be lessened, etc. etc. Developers need to realize that realism DOES NOT ALWAYS EQUAL SLOW. The vehicular combat could be better if you had more awareness. It is realistic but you must remember most people who play PC DO NOT have microphones meaning there will almost be little to no communication between a group of people in a single vehicle. The graphics of this game are well done, especially the richoeting mg bullets, (nice touch) the vehicle handling is also well done, the damage ratio is good, the sound is also pretty awesome. All in all, a good attempt that is fun for people that like the stereotypical slow tactical fps but for most it's going to be a pretty crappy time.… Expand
  18. Jeff
    Dec 7, 2006
    2
    This game was poorly designed from conception. First off, you designed a cheap game, setup a cheap site, and assumed that making a multiplayer environment would woo the crowds. Multiplayer games are successful because of their social aspect for one, and Red Orchestra does not do that any better than CS:DOD (competitor/alternative). Take a hint from CS, COD, Quake, etc. Build a single This game was poorly designed from conception. First off, you designed a cheap game, setup a cheap site, and assumed that making a multiplayer environment would woo the crowds. Multiplayer games are successful because of their social aspect for one, and Red Orchestra does not do that any better than CS:DOD (competitor/alternative). Take a hint from CS, COD, Quake, etc. Build a single player game first, then develop the multiplayer for those who couldn't get enough. I am sure that you are saying that since Unreal did it, so can you. This is true... On the same token, you have to acknowledge that Unreal is your competitor, and a strong one at that. Though your product is cheaper, I am more likely to pool my money into Unreal because it has a larger community and more servers with more people which equals more choices (which consumers like). I do have to applaud you on your tactic to get more people online with Red Orchestra in the hopes that they would buy the game (and to appease current owners who can't find people playing online.). I personally thought that it would be a ploy for a single player game that would put me all the way through 12 chapters in a 13 chapter series and that I'd have to buy it to finish the game (that could be a good strategy on the tail end of a games life...) Moving along... The graphics are worse than CS:Source, which is surprising with the Unreal engine. The play is slow b/c the maps are too big. Unreal successfully allowed players nonstop playing with nihl downtime when they got killed (nihl downtime and no hike to get back to the battle) The tanks cannon can only be moved with the keyboard. To get more fanfare I propose the following: (surprisingly) Create a singleplayer option. More action with less downtime. Use the graphics engine your paying to license and push Unreal to its limits. I felt like I was on a Commodore. Overall, if this was your first game, good for you. I'm sure you'll produce some quality things over the next years (hopefully Red October 2).… Expand
  19. EeroS.
    Dec 7, 2006
    10
    This game is black and white. You usually either like it, or hate it. Just to sum up what other people say and what is true: This isn't the average FPS where you can absorb litres of led before you even break a sweat. You will need patience to learn the game, and learn the game you must! Personally I don't like the tank action, but I tend to stay on servers where people mostly This game is black and white. You usually either like it, or hate it. Just to sum up what other people say and what is true: This isn't the average FPS where you can absorb litres of led before you even break a sweat. You will need patience to learn the game, and learn the game you must! Personally I don't like the tank action, but I tend to stay on servers where people mostly play infantry maps. Most rewarding game I have ever spent more than 50+hours. **Don't play alone with bots. Only worthwhile in the net**… Expand
  20. JonB.
    Dec 4, 2006
    10
    I did not know that a game could feel so real, I did not know that war could be displayed that beautiful.
  21. Vitorouski
    Dec 4, 2006
    9
    At this moment I think RO is the best infantry simulatior i've palyed ever. Tank simulator is quite good but the king of tanks simulator is still battleground europe, the last one is in an uper realistic level. People who usually plays deatmatch find this game bored, etc... RO it's more a SIM than a FPS. Most of FPS has too much action to play as a minimum of tactical. But this At this moment I think RO is the best infantry simulatior i've palyed ever. Tank simulator is quite good but the king of tanks simulator is still battleground europe, the last one is in an uper realistic level. People who usually plays deatmatch find this game bored, etc... RO it's more a SIM than a FPS. Most of FPS has too much action to play as a minimum of tactical. But this one have the perfect level between action and strategy. I recommend it seriously.… Expand
  22. Sr.Dela
    Dec 1, 2006
    10
    Gorgeous. This game is like no other WWII shooter you've ever played, or one you will play in the near future. The very sensitive damage system actually gives you motivation to take cover and do whatever you need to do to survive, specially in the larger maps where you're spawned all the way across the map from your objective. Not for everyone. But definately for anyone Gorgeous. This game is like no other WWII shooter you've ever played, or one you will play in the near future. The very sensitive damage system actually gives you motivation to take cover and do whatever you need to do to survive, specially in the larger maps where you're spawned all the way across the map from your objective. Not for everyone. But definately for anyone who's a fan of FPS. The weapons actually feel authentic. The only down part is servers constantly running the same huge maps when there are plenty of extremely fun infantry maps to play as well. But you can't really blame the game for that.… Expand
  23. StephenM.
    Dec 1, 2006
    10
    Probably the most realistic game you can play. Arcade FPS players, I would not recommend it for you. This game is extremely realistic ala no cross hairs. If you want to be in intense tank battles, call in artillery on infantry, or blow that pesky tank that is killing all of your comrades; this game is for you. A must by for people looking for the most accurate war game you can by.
  24. Ziggy
    Nov 29, 2006
    6
    Ten gra nie jest warta takich pieniedzy($39.99cdn).Jest bardzo daleka graficznie , technicznie,i jest troszke zanudnawa.Coll of Duty jest gra ktora warto kupic.Latwa jezeli chodzi o klawiature (sterowanie).First person shooter doskonale zaadoptowane.on line tez bardzo dobre.Dlatego moj glos na Red Orchestra jest tylko 6. Ziggy from Poland .
  25. danielpatten
    Nov 5, 2006
    1
    ive had the game for monthsand its still not updated enough to play, 24 hours to wait on download of update is retarded. i wish i could get my money back, never buy from this company again, looks cool. but so what if your unable to play in a reasonable amount of time, guess critics didnt have to download the piece of junk
  26. JonasB.
    Nov 1, 2006
    10
    The game lets me feel that I am in the real WW2, its very realistic and fun.
  27. LasseT.
    Oct 30, 2006
    9
    Well, This is one of the best games I've ever played. Tho' it is not good at all in the Singleplayer mode, but it works. I've never cared about graphics in games. But this graphics is very impresive. And for all people who says : "The reload feels like 5 mins!" well well well, Have you guys tried it in real life under fire? The first thing, it isn't just to swap a Well, This is one of the best games I've ever played. Tho' it is not good at all in the Singleplayer mode, but it works. I've never cared about graphics in games. But this graphics is very impresive. And for all people who says : "The reload feels like 5 mins!" well well well, Have you guys tried it in real life under fire? The first thing, it isn't just to swap a magazine in 10 second, if you are gonna spare the empty magazine, you need to lay it on the ground, get your hand on the new mag in the closed puoch, drag the mag out, lay it on the ground, put the empty mag in the pouch, push the full mag in the weapon, and make sure it is IN, then you will have to ... uhmm... how to say it.. drag that thing back so the bullet will get in.. (sry, bad english :P) And all this under fire! this game, is well.. Reloading way to fast :D but it is a nice time to reload for a game :) Also, when you didn't have any mags left in a war, you would take a mag and put one and one and one and one and one bullet at time.... Try taht under fire! That is waht takes ages.. And I've played more realistic games, like flight simulators. But, this game is of course on the top 5 realistic games in my opinion. It is worth Buying. Lasse, From Norway. Thank you!… Expand
  28. MesserR.
    Oct 29, 2006
    10
    The Best! I love this game, besause is realistic. Call of Duty 2 - stupid game, and only for KIDS. Red Orchestra - The Best!
  29. JoshW.
    Oct 29, 2006
    10
    This game is solidly built and definately gives you the experience of realism. This is probably the most real a game can get while still being fun to play.
  30. JA
    Oct 28, 2006
    0
    Gameplay is awful. The maps are too large. The bots are stupid. The "Iron sight mode", which was copied from other games, is ineffective. The scenery is plain and clearly little imagination was used in forming them. Tripwire should come up with something good, and stop this second-rate game.
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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 22
  3. Negative: 1 out of 22
  1. CPUGamer
    80
    I absolutely love the attention Tripwire has given to the small details in the game.
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  2. IGN
    85
    There's very little gameyness in RO and a whole lot of gritty crawling along the ground so you can flank over to that machine gunner and allow your team to advance to the next spawn point objective.
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  3. GameSpot
    79
    Red Orchestra is an enjoyable, team-based online shooter for those who like the Battlefield-style games but want a more technical and realistic experience.
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