Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45

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  3. Negative: 144 out of 1300
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  1. Simonnoneedtoknow...
    Aug 29, 2008
    10
    this is one of the best game i ever played :) so realistic and i got many friends (now 131) on it :) all is good with it, only the bugs is annoying but all the rest is great.
  2. BenO.
    Sep 4, 2008
    10
    This game has everything that a TRUE WWII fan will enjoy! It might be a little lacking for all you graohics nuts out there, but if you are a true WWII fan, the realism of this game is unmatched by any other. Every detail is as it should be, and trust me on that, I have been studying WWII for almost 20 years now and obtained my masters degree in history. (specificaly European history 1900 This game has everything that a TRUE WWII fan will enjoy! It might be a little lacking for all you graohics nuts out there, but if you are a true WWII fan, the realism of this game is unmatched by any other. Every detail is as it should be, and trust me on that, I have been studying WWII for almost 20 years now and obtained my masters degree in history. (specificaly European history 1900 - 1950). Back to the game though. The tank battles are intense. You are capable of taking shots at other tanks that are over 1000 meters away! And as a driver/gunner/commander you actually have time to make decisions and use tactics. Not like some other FPS games out there where it's just a bunch of acne ridden teens shooting anything that moves to see who can get the most kills after 15 mins. This game is a MUST HAVE for those who appreciate realism and accuracy in WWII themed games and NOT just another reason for a FPS.… Expand
  3. DonC
    Dec 29, 2009
    5
    Great simulation of WW2. But that doesn't make it a fun game. Far too much spaced out running and spending time doing boring things.
  4. JesseV.
    Feb 9, 2009
    9
    Although this game does have its obvious flaws, with annoying bots, and a single gameplay mode graphics that are pretty dated by todays standards. Especially in the beginning its a tough nut to crack, and if the atmosphere of the fighting does not make you love it enough to try it out more you could be falling short. For getting into the pace of this game can take a little while. But if Although this game does have its obvious flaws, with annoying bots, and a single gameplay mode graphics that are pretty dated by todays standards. Especially in the beginning its a tough nut to crack, and if the atmosphere of the fighting does not make you love it enough to try it out more you could be falling short. For getting into the pace of this game can take a little while. But if you bit through that lots of things will be falling into place, and you start seeing that the game just plays different from all other games. And especially for those that are bored of playing most games that seem to play exactly the same these days, can possibly find something in this. For me i'm having a blast.… Expand
  5. JonO
    May 4, 2009
    10
    A solid game with a great community of people. Ever want to command a Tiger,Panther,Mk III,IV? This is the sim for you. Great deal these days for 15 dollars.
  6. MolonL.
    Jun 16, 2009
    9
    Truly an excellent take on the FPS genre. Instead of embracing the super-human, one man army features that many other platforms encourage, RO: Ostfront explores relatively unchartered territory by emphasizing realism over heroism. As an avid WWII rifle collector and shooter, I must say that Tripwire made the bolt-action rifles a little unrealistically difficult to use. That point aside, Truly an excellent take on the FPS genre. Instead of embracing the super-human, one man army features that many other platforms encourage, RO: Ostfront explores relatively unchartered territory by emphasizing realism over heroism. As an avid WWII rifle collector and shooter, I must say that Tripwire made the bolt-action rifles a little unrealistically difficult to use. That point aside, this game's boldness finally breaks the monotonous onslaught of FPS games that make each player capable of un-natural feats. This game creates a divergence in the FPS genre that no other production team wished to attempt.… Expand
  7. GabrielU
    Jul 14, 2009
    10
    Red Orchestra is the best online shooter... Nah, the best online soldier simulation world ever saw. I can nearly feel like at the real battlefield. There's no chance that productions like ArmA or Op. Flashpoint are better in this (scripts!). Full 10/10 and I'm still waiting for more modifications and addons!
  8. NasrallahB.
    Jul 2, 2009
    10
    When I go to friends' places, and they have CoD, I must tell them to please keep the disc in the box. After playing RO, CoD feels like playing a kiddy game. RO's realism is what makes the gameplay; the steep learning curve and initial difficulty make every small achievement feel like something grand, making you thirst for more. The best of this, game, however, is that its When I go to friends' places, and they have CoD, I must tell them to please keep the disc in the box. After playing RO, CoD feels like playing a kiddy game. RO's realism is what makes the gameplay; the steep learning curve and initial difficulty make every small achievement feel like something grand, making you thirst for more. The best of this, game, however, is that its realism scares off the CoD fans. I sleep better at night knowing that those types of gamers will never be welcome here.… Expand
  9. MikeS
    Jul 29, 2009
    9
    Amazing game with possibly the most realist portrail of world war 2 and with the now development enforces mods of both the African and Western frounts it make for one complete realistic world war 2 battle field experience, the only down side is possibly over realism with out cross hairs you have to shoulder your rifle to make a shot count even then you character can flintch at the wrong Amazing game with possibly the most realist portrail of world war 2 and with the now development enforces mods of both the African and Western frounts it make for one complete realistic world war 2 battle field experience, the only down side is possibly over realism with out cross hairs you have to shoulder your rifle to make a shot count even then you character can flintch at the wrong second and spoil the ambush a great game for those of us who enjoy a break from bunny hopping but the casual player would be turned away.… Expand
  10. MattO'R
    Jan 31, 2010
    10
    If you play any of the CoD series and encounter someone who has glitched his way up to level 1,000, try RO. No levels, no EXP points, but experience is a major bonus. If that prat in CoD starts to call you a noob or proclaim how much he owns you, try RO. Even if some lucky guy managed to grenade a whole group of people (It happens), when they stop to type "Suck it !", halfway through the If you play any of the CoD series and encounter someone who has glitched his way up to level 1,000, try RO. No levels, no EXP points, but experience is a major bonus. If that prat in CoD starts to call you a noob or proclaim how much he owns you, try RO. Even if some lucky guy managed to grenade a whole group of people (It happens), when they stop to type "Suck it !", halfway through the sentence he's going to be ripped in half by a machine-gunner or have his head blown off by a sniper. When that 7 year old CoD noobling pulls out an MG42 and runs at you whilst pumping you full of lead, try RO. Beacuse you can't run and gun with a bloody .30 cal now, can you? When YOU get ripped in half by an obscure machine-gunner or get decapitated by an elite sniper, don't give up. Next time you might get the sniper class, you won't have to log 100 hours of game time to match him.… Expand
  11. RobertC.
    Oct 11, 2006
    9
    Love it! Intense, realistic, exciting!
  12. JackR.
    Oct 11, 2006
    10
    This is the multiplayer game I play the most by far. To be successful is very rewarding and arcade-style play is not rampant. Very entertaining.
  13. 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 .
  14. 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
  15. 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.
  16. 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
  17. 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...
  18. 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.
  19. 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.
  20. TorstenR.
    Oct 26, 2006
    10
    A friend of mine that has been a soldier in one of the latest dirty wars stared to shake and almost burst into tears when he saw me play this game "over the shoulder".He told me that those one on one fights is the worst.I myself has no firsthandexperience of war bur I'm stuck with this game when I play it and can't say less than 10.
  21. 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
  22. 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!
  23. [Anonymous]
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    Most realistic ww2 game out there as of to date......no more random deaths by stray bullets and so forth, Realism to the max.
  24. BonJovie
    Mar 25, 2006
    9
    I love this game. It's extremely realistic but still good at the same time. The only downside is there are several small bugs, very few of which majorly affect the gameplay and AI is kinda bad even on the highest difficulty. Also, the loading times are long.
  25. Jaboleq
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    I always play Call Of Duty and Call Of Duty2 but when I bought RO I realize that I played wrong games!! No croshair, no sprays, no bullsh.t - this is real WAR!
  26. WilliamD.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    The ease of use with this game is very high. Finding servers and friends is easy and reliable. Downloading and installing is almost effortless. the game has a manual with relevant info and the menus are well laid out. Really the only challenging thing about the game is surviving. You have to be smart to survive. if your not you have two choices. learn to fight smart, or get used to respawning.
  27. AnonymousMC
    Mar 26, 2006
    10
    Great game. those who did not research this game before buying it are the ones giving this game a low rating. This game has great support from the devs, gameplay is fantastic and the graphics while not topnotch are realistic and quite good! There will be a demo out soon if you want to play before you buy($25US on steam)
  28. AnonyM.
    Mar 26, 2006
    10
    Don't know what the people moaning about graphics are on about - just crank them up and it looks just like the trailer. Get yerself a new gfx card if it can't do the job and stop running it in teent resolutions. Gameplay is real intense - just different with no x-hairs and no bunny-hopping.
  29. RobertH.
    Mar 26, 2006
    9
    The graphics are great, I turned all mine up to max and it still runs smooth (P4 3.0, 1 gig RAM, Nvidia 5700LE vcard). The maps are great eye candy. You have to get used to iron sights (no crosshairs, on any gun), and some realistic slow reloads and rifle cocking, but it is worth it.
  30. ThomasB.
    Mar 26, 2006
    10
    Wow...not for the faint of heart. But a great game. Gritty action and pure craftmanship in the development side. A real pleasure to play.
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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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