Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45

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  1. LPoolboy
    Aug 4, 2006
    3
    I tried this game for the free trial, and boy am I glad I did, if I was to sum up this game in 3 words they would be: 'Dark', 'Laggy', 'Boring'. The enthustiasts of this game will try tot ell you that by 'Dark' I actually mean 'Gritty, atmospheric, WW2-Esque', no, I mean dark, I honestly couldn't see a thing, enemy's are I tried this game for the free trial, and boy am I glad I did, if I was to sum up this game in 3 words they would be: 'Dark', 'Laggy', 'Boring'. The enthustiasts of this game will try tot ell you that by 'Dark' I actually mean 'Gritty, atmospheric, WW2-Esque', no, I mean dark, I honestly couldn't see a thing, enemy's are constantly ot of reach and everybody wears the exact same uniform, so you can never be sure if you have spotted an enemy or not. They'll tell you that the game does not lag and that I must have a poor connection. I am running a 10mb download conn and I have a pretty good pc, the load times are horrendous and the graphics are so poor yet it still lagged. They'll try to say that when I say it's 'boring' I am being unsophisticated and very uncouth, but I am not, the maps are badly designed. There's nothing wrong with them being so big but you should always have something to do, some sort of challenge, I don't consider travelling for minutes on foot then dying at the end and having to do it all over again. As I said you ahrdly ever see the enemy. The guns are clunky and slow, you don't ever feel in control, the models lack any dexterity. The keys are mapped poorly, the class sytem is done poorly, hell even the sound is average at best. For me this game seems to be one which will have a very strong tight knit community but it will also be very small and very hardcore. A bit like the online community of Swat 3 or other cult games. I would steer well clear, the learning curve is extremely steep and you never feel dangerous ingame due to the stupidly high recoil of the guns and the fact that you can never see the enemy. Poor effort, poor game.… Expand
  2. RegisJ.
    Aug 3, 2006
    0
    Right off teh bat the game was horrid, controls at default were a nightmare and graphics wise... ...i don't wanna bother explaining.
  3. SeanK.
    Aug 3, 2006
    10
    G4 TV is a piece of crap with immature wannabie gamers who play xbox games all day. This game is awesome, buy it now!!!
  4. GregB.
    Aug 3, 2006
    0
    This game sucked, the only fun thing about it was killing team mates. Tanks are totally outranked as the nazis are nearly impossible to destroy, and every time someone wins a battle you have to wait forever for the new round to load.
  5. DexterP.
    Aug 3, 2006
    1
    Boring, too clitchy, long loading times, nothing new, poor movements, you have to be 'qualified' to use vehicles so you just get owned by everyone else who uses tanks, crap maps, terrible recoil even when in short bursts and lying down, worse than Day of defeat (yes really that bad), just another poor attempt to nock Call of Duty of the top of the ladder glossed up with Boring, too clitchy, long loading times, nothing new, poor movements, you have to be 'qualified' to use vehicles so you just get owned by everyone else who uses tanks, crap maps, terrible recoil even when in short bursts and lying down, worse than Day of defeat (yes really that bad), just another poor attempt to nock Call of Duty of the top of the ladder glossed up with supposively 'amazing graphics'. Bought it for £25 played it for a day sold it to a friend for a tenner the very next… Expand
  6. NickR.
    Aug 2, 2006
    1
    What a sorry excuse for a game. Even if I could look past the sorry excuse for a graphics engine there is not a single original idea. I've never played a game that I couldnt give at least an hour to prove itself fun and entertaining till now.
  7. JoshuaGrove
    Aug 2, 2006
    0
    Need a T1 line to download this game. I bought the game in circuit city. CD doesn't have the game on it. You have to download 2GB to get it with "steam". I've been trying to download it for 6hours with no luck. Its stuck at 69% and keeps saying servers to busy.
  8. JoseM.
    Aug 2, 2006
    10
    If you loved Enemy at the Gates or All Quiet on the Western Front, then this is the game for you. Brutally realistic with a harsh learning curve but rewarding and with a tight-knit community that works together like a fine tuned warmachine (usually) Red Orchestra Ostfront is 100% nerves of steel and icewater blood combat. Instead of the rabbit-like pace you get in other games that are If you loved Enemy at the Gates or All Quiet on the Western Front, then this is the game for you. Brutally realistic with a harsh learning curve but rewarding and with a tight-knit community that works together like a fine tuned warmachine (usually) Red Orchestra Ostfront is 100% nerves of steel and icewater blood combat. Instead of the rabbit-like pace you get in other games that are full of nonsense, RO:O forces you to move from cover to cover, outsmart foes, and take your time. It takes patience to like this game but if you are ready to actually put some effort into your gaming and lay down cover fire instead of runing in guns blazing this is one game you'll like.… Expand
  9. KenL.
    Jul 31, 2006
    7
    I'm giving this a 7 simply because the map load times are WAY, WAY too long and the graphic seems always seem dark to me...Not sure why but ti always seem more difficult than usual to find my target! Beside that, I love the realism and tactics. Graphics are "OK." It's no "Brothers In Arms" for sure...Where that series has graphics nailed down supperbly as well as the combat I'm giving this a 7 simply because the map load times are WAY, WAY too long and the graphic seems always seem dark to me...Not sure why but ti always seem more difficult than usual to find my target! Beside that, I love the realism and tactics. Graphics are "OK." It's no "Brothers In Arms" for sure...Where that series has graphics nailed down supperbly as well as the combat tactics. Other than a few annoying aspects, mainly the load times, this still remains an interesting game. I can see why the "arcade" people don't like it...This is like comparing checkers and chess. Anyway, would I recommend this game to someone? Yes, I would, but with a few reservations. I paid $30 for it...Fair enough price.… Expand
  10. LeonK.
    Jul 31, 2006
    10
    I didnt bought the game yet, but i think im going to do after steams 5 day RO trial. But the fact that the servers should be very empty, is annoying, maybe someone who knows the game can tell me if its true, after seeing the trailers i loved the game.
  11. AdamC.
    Jul 31, 2006
    9
    At first, it wasn't that good, it was buggy, but i've just started playing it and wow, this game is amzing, servers connect in no time, there are loads of servers bussing the tankcombat is amzing, the game is fantastic and theres so much custom content out like mapsand the such.. Seriosuly, this is a worthly investmaent with all the new weapons and dare I say tanks being added
  12. JesseN/A
    Jul 30, 2006
    10
    This game is not for the casual gamer. It is not for the twich gamer also. You may ask who this game is for? It is for the gamer who has good battle sence and can work well with teamates. Dont expect to wtf pwn at first, but dont get me wrong, after a while you can become unstopable. This game is probly the greated fps ww2 game iv ever played, even compared to ww2online. I would recommend This game is not for the casual gamer. It is not for the twich gamer also. You may ask who this game is for? It is for the gamer who has good battle sence and can work well with teamates. Dont expect to wtf pwn at first, but dont get me wrong, after a while you can become unstopable. This game is probly the greated fps ww2 game iv ever played, even compared to ww2online. I would recommend this game to anyone who wants something new and exciting.… Expand
  13. MarkC.
    Jul 29, 2006
    9
    A game similar to BF1942, but realistic. The game itself is good to look at without the usual over the top emphasis on graphical goodies like amazing shadows. The first time i crawled behind enemy lines and got a couple of kills left me very satisfied. A extremely good game, good support and a commited community.
  14. Shawn
    Jul 28, 2006
    7
    This game is one of the most realistic WWII fps ive ever played. The Models are very clean and well textured. The only downside to this game that i see is the lack of ingame video options such as anti-aliasing and the vision quality while playing the game. It seems like your playing as a soldier that forgot to put his glasses on because everything seems blurry at a distance. Overall I This game is one of the most realistic WWII fps ive ever played. The Models are very clean and well textured. The only downside to this game that i see is the lack of ingame video options such as anti-aliasing and the vision quality while playing the game. It seems like your playing as a soldier that forgot to put his glasses on because everything seems blurry at a distance. Overall I give this game a 7/10.… Expand
  15. ConnorC.
    Jul 27, 2006
    10
    I play this game constantly. Difficult to get good, but at the same time new players can still kill veterans. The different classes (and even different tanks and weapons within those classes) all have a very different feel to them, and many players find that they are very good at some roles and not so good at others, so it fits a variety of play styles, from slow and methodical attacks as I play this game constantly. Difficult to get good, but at the same time new players can still kill veterans. The different classes (and even different tanks and weapons within those classes) all have a very different feel to them, and many players find that they are very good at some roles and not so good at others, so it fits a variety of play styles, from slow and methodical attacks as a rifleman to crazed charges with a submachine gun. People who like the more strategic end of gameplay will enjoy calling in artillery to just the right spot as a commander, and coordinating with your fellows as you crew a tank.… Expand
  16. BrianR.
    Jul 27, 2006
    10
    Played sicne the day it came out as a mod, and have loved it ever since.
  17. PaulT.
    Jul 27, 2006
    10
    Red Orchestra is a great game with wonderful graphics. Gameplay is very realistic but you must have patience and read the manual. If you play the game as intended you will have a great time with many great hours of enjoyment!
  18. EnigmaticD.
    Jul 27, 2006
    10
    This is just great! Great game, great levels, great price (not :) ) and great fun. New patch is out today, with new map. Awsome support by the devs. Just love this game!
  19. KevinH.
    Jul 27, 2006
    10
    This is NOT a typical fps. "Run and Gun" style players will get quickly frustrated by RO's realism, intensity, and tendency to reward tactics and teamwork over 1337 skillz, which is exactly why the rest of us love it. Once you pay your dues and learn how the game works (HINT: READ THE MANUAL!), you may find yourself addicted. I don't care if I ever play with crosshairs again.
  20. RON.
    Jul 27, 2006
    10
    red orchestra:ostfront is the most realistic agme ever brought on pc, it;s graphics are pleasent enough and it holds 1005 realistic gameplay ranging from historically currect names for german/russian troops (which took some research) to balistics and big modification in releavance to other games, all combined with fast gameplay ( if you got to play with the rigyt crowed) . player skins red orchestra:ostfront is the most realistic agme ever brought on pc, it;s graphics are pleasent enough and it holds 1005 realistic gameplay ranging from historically currect names for german/russian troops (which took some research) to balistics and big modification in releavance to other games, all combined with fast gameplay ( if you got to play with the rigyt crowed) . player skins are all based on real life pictures of troops of each respective side to particpate in that war, each map was realistically constructed alike the true battle its based on, and each side holds maximal player limit (reinforcments) and armment as it was back then.… Expand
  21. TonyC.
    Jul 26, 2006
    4
    Too buggy, poor support, and support forums used to abuse.
  22. BobK.
    Jul 25, 2006
    1
    Just bought it .What a piece of crap & a waste of money.All servers seem empty I wonder why.Dont waste your money on this one.I wish I could get my money back.
  23. OlivierG.
    Jul 24, 2006
    9
    One of the best game of the decade, realism, ambiance ..... I LOVE!
  24. AndrewH.
    Jul 23, 2006
    9
    This game is realy adictive. It takes a little time to get used to it but after it is AMAZING!
  25. AnonymousMC
    Jul 22, 2006
    9
    It's ok if you like Battlefield. Many do :-) But you may forget it forever as I did if you try ROOST for some days. You may find its graphics disapointing, the community of players too small, and surprisingly difficult in the beggining, but, after some days, I bet you may be as addicted as I am now.
  26. BeastCorpse
    Jul 18, 2006
    10
    It's funny how all the people giving this game a bad review say the graphics are prehistoric, what a crock of shit that is. They need to open their eyes, because it uses the 2004 Unreal Engine. Because of this, the graphics aren't really that bad at all. Despite not having the absolute best next gen graphics, RO destroys other games like DOD:S, Flashpoint, AA, COD, and BF2 It's funny how all the people giving this game a bad review say the graphics are prehistoric, what a crock of shit that is. They need to open their eyes, because it uses the 2004 Unreal Engine. Because of this, the graphics aren't really that bad at all. Despite not having the absolute best next gen graphics, RO destroys other games like DOD:S, Flashpoint, AA, COD, and BF2 combined! The reason for this is very simple. Unlike other games, RO (in multiplayer) is not your run of the mill linear run and gun arcade style game. This is because of the extreme realism, which is the cornerstone of RO. Although many of you complain that this game is too slow, this is another realistic aspect that I enjoy. This slowness is due to the huge size of some of the maps, as well as the realistic time it takes to get in and out of prone, and using iron sites. Because of this, and the realism, you have to take cover behind objects, provide cover fire, use stealth, and out flank your enemy. This is why it seems so slow, because you must find the enemy and employ certain tactics in order to defeat him. Another great aspect of this is that it builds up the kind of suspense you would have in a war, as you try to anticipate the enemy's next move. Because of this, I wouldn't consider this game slow paced, as the game speed very is realistic. You can not run and gun in this game, because -unlike other games - it takes tactical thinking to win.… Expand
  27. MatT.
    Jul 15, 2006
    10
    Well, in real life I'm an airsoft addict (aeg's, no springer crap for me) so I'm very particular about my shooter games, ie non of that annoying bunny hopping BS and other Halo-like cliches. So in a nut-shell, I enjoy realism. This game has plenty of that. What makes this more enjoyable is that its not a game you can start playing and become an instant God at: it has a Well, in real life I'm an airsoft addict (aeg's, no springer crap for me) so I'm very particular about my shooter games, ie non of that annoying bunny hopping BS and other Halo-like cliches. So in a nut-shell, I enjoy realism. This game has plenty of that. What makes this more enjoyable is that its not a game you can start playing and become an instant God at: it has a sharper learning curve than most other games I've played. Strategy also plays a large role in combination with team work. Although it's not 100% essential, I can say it will ALWAYS gaurantee victory. Mics are very good to have too. Seeing how it is indeed a shooter game, Tripwire really brings in full-control. Aspects like leaning, bipods for MGs, 3D iron sight (no 2D cross hairs), a health system that only shows where you get hurt. My favorite is something new that I've never seen before in a game: depending on how you're set up in a position, you can rest your gun on any kind of ledge for better support/accuracy while shooting. Something I find myself doing quite often in airsoft. So all in all, buy it! This very second!… Expand
  28. RomanF.
    Jul 14, 2006
    10
    Awesome. The perfect mix of all the realistic game elements of Day of Defeat, Battlefield and Americas Army combined in one great game. While the game graphics are good but not great, the atmosphere and game play are fantastic. You won't suffer from silly game mechanisms like Bunny Hopping. It overcomes the cumbersome controls of Americas Army while maintaining its realistic Awesome. The perfect mix of all the realistic game elements of Day of Defeat, Battlefield and Americas Army combined in one great game. While the game graphics are good but not great, the atmosphere and game play are fantastic. You won't suffer from silly game mechanisms like Bunny Hopping. It overcomes the cumbersome controls of Americas Army while maintaining its realistic features. There is even no cross hair. The only way to aim accurately on long range is the iron sight. Don't worry about "cheaters" marking the middle of the screen, for the alignment of the gun is usually not aiming at the middle - it changes accordingly to your movement. If you look for a realistic FPS, Red Orchestra is the way to go.… Expand
  29. CasperJ.
    Jul 13, 2006
    10
    The best WW2 simulation game.
  30. tehem
    Jul 10, 2006
    8
    The best arguments for this game are to be found in the comments of people who rated it below 5 ^^ Let me try to explain... Some called RO 'sluggish' because of the somewhat slow pace of the action => well yes, it requires a good thinking and timing to move from one position to the next and use your limited 'sprint energy' efficiently. Some point the loosy precision ofThe best arguments for this game are to be found in the comments of people who rated it below 5 ^^ Let me try to explain... Some called RO 'sluggish' because of the somewhat slow pace of the action => well yes, it requires a good thinking and timing to move from one position to the next and use your limited 'sprint energy' efficiently. Some point the loosy precision of the weapon => well, realistic it is (or tend to be as much as possible) and 'in real life' touching a target of a few square centimenter at 100 meter with a rifle from the 40's isn't the same as shooting fish in a barrel with an automatic weapon. About the technical problems, i must say i bought the game via Steam and had no problems whatsoever to install and run it. One quick passage on the forum of the french community and i could also shorten a good bit the loading time thanks to some very easy modifications. All in all a good game experience for mature players. But if you're looking for the 5424875th arcade shooter about WWII, just pass your way.… Expand
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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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