R.U.S.E.

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 207 Ratings

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  1. brdolan
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    RUSE is a fresh, innovative RTS. It's not about APM or micromanaging units. It's about developing and executing a better strategy than your opponent. Isn't that what a strategy game should be about? Like most RTS games it primarily about MP or skirmish against the AI. The campaign teaches you the basics of the game so it serves it's purpose. One of the "professional" reviews didn't evenRUSE is a fresh, innovative RTS. It's not about APM or micromanaging units. It's about developing and executing a better strategy than your opponent. Isn't that what a strategy game should be about? Like most RTS games it primarily about MP or skirmish against the AI. The campaign teaches you the basics of the game so it serves it's purpose. One of the "professional" reviews didn't even mention MP until the site's editor forced the reviewer to do so (Joystiq).… Expand
  2. thegrave
    Sep 7, 2010
    10
    Just when I thought I was done with WW2 strategy games, this game came along. It is truly a breathe of fresh air, and a game that I wish existed for many years. Being able to control a huge army and move them quickly on the field while maintaining realistic circumstances. This game is a must for all those who want a good strategy game that isn't un-realistic. I can see this gameJust when I thought I was done with WW2 strategy games, this game came along. It is truly a breathe of fresh air, and a game that I wish existed for many years. Being able to control a huge army and move them quickly on the field while maintaining realistic circumstances. This game is a must for all those who want a good strategy game that isn't un-realistic. I can see this game becoming one of the main games along with SC2 that will be played in tournaments for the determining who is the true master in RTS games. I would strongly recommend picking this game up if you are a real strategy fan or a fan of any WW2 game. I started off back in the early 90's playing close combat on the Macintosh. Since that time I have been searching for a game like it, and finally something came along which is like it, and in many ways much much better because of the scale and magnitude of the battles. But then again, my old Macintosh wouldn't have been able to do that with 32 mb of ram, lol. I hope you enjoy this game as much as I do.… Expand
  3. Aperson4ever
    Sep 8, 2010
    10
    In short while starcraft 2 is the game for the masses R.U.S.E. is the intelligent rts that rewards strategic and tactical thinking instead of rewarding mouse clicking speed like starcraft 2 mainly does.

    You can have 10 clicks a minute in R.U.S.E. and still win massively. People may complain about the game being casual, but don't let short sighted people who think clicks per second equals    In short while starcraft 2 is the game for the masses R.U.S.E. is the intelligent rts that rewards strategic and tactical thinking instead of rewarding mouse clicking speed like starcraft 2 mainly does.

    You can have 10 clicks a minute in R.U.S.E. and still win massively. People may complain about the game being casual, but don't let short sighted people who think clicks per second equals depth fool you. someone seeing chess for five seconds might say it's rules are to simple to create a game with depth, and such a person will probably also say R.U.S.E. lacks depth because it removes a massive amount of micromanagement normally seen in rts, yet this micromanagement added little to the depth of the games.

    R.U.S.E is closer to grand strategy than anything else, so people who complain about the game lacking depth becasue of a lack of micromanagement has not understood the point. The game is about out thinking your opponent. Not being faster at clicking at special power buttons and moving a single units behind cover. This might be called lack of depth by people used to this kind of micromanagement in games, but R.U.S.E. is about seeing who got the smarts not the reflexes.

    R.U.S.E. is closer to grand strategy done in 30 min than anything else, and thank any eventually existing gods for that! Finally a intelligent game with depth that does not need to be played for more that half a day to be fun!    … Expand
  4. Ztride
    Dec 22, 2011
    6
    This is a very unique WWII game, and a very unique strategy game aswell for that matter. Unlike other RTS games, such as Starcraft, the game focuses heavily on real strategy (instead of multi-tasking, base building and the studying of stats) aswell aas deception. My problem with it however, is partly the lack of content (few maps, worthless singleplayer etc), but mainly how unbalanced theThis is a very unique WWII game, and a very unique strategy game aswell for that matter. Unlike other RTS games, such as Starcraft, the game focuses heavily on real strategy (instead of multi-tasking, base building and the studying of stats) aswell aas deception. My problem with it however, is partly the lack of content (few maps, worthless singleplayer etc), but mainly how unbalanced the game is, often it is just about building the most amount of tanks, back it up with some artillery and charge the enemy. Deception and planning doesn't really make that much difference, atleast not in the games I've played. A mediocre game overall.… Expand
  5. napalm
    Sep 8, 2010
    10
    A game where you have to think about strategy and not APM. The multilayer is addictive and the single player campaign is nicely done.

    If you are a RTS fan I suggest you check it out :)
  6. a4especibot
    Sep 9, 2010
    9
    RUSE offers tactical depth, a robust suite of multiplayer game types, accompanied with a slick interface, sound and graphics. The integration of steam is an added bonus.

    A truly tactical RTS that more than meets the genre requirements, if not challenging them all too much. Despite other reviews, I believe RUSE has an addictive gameplay and tactical depth that is not bogged down by    RUSE offers tactical depth, a robust suite of multiplayer game types, accompanied with a slick interface, sound and graphics. The integration of steam is an added bonus.

    A truly tactical RTS that more than meets the genre requirements, if not challenging them all too much. Despite other reviews, I believe RUSE has an addictive gameplay and tactical depth that is not bogged down by excessive micromanagement. This is served up with excellent visuals and a robust multiplayer component that will keep you booting up the game for time to come. With the addition of coop, skirmish and challenge modes, RUSE is a well rounded package. The campaign is a little uninspired, and at times frustrating, but it is clear the developers designed it to 'teach' players the RUSE mechanics.

    Critics have considered the 'slow' pace of the game as a major flaw. In my opinion the pacing of the game is in line with other titles from the RTS genre, considering the size of the maps and (potential) scale of battles. The battles are as intense and exhilarating as any other good RTS.

    I've previously played the Company of Heroes Anthology, Total War series and World in Conflict. RUSE certainly ranks amongst those titles.    … Expand
  7. Zarmi
    Sep 10, 2010
    10
    R.U.S.E is indeed a fresh take on the RTS genre. The way the entire battlefield is put up is just great work! It's really a tabletop game come true. Mind you, the pace is a bit slow, but if it was faster, the game would be less enjoyable. It got a good pace for what happens. The game sacrifices stuff like micro-management for a much more in depth strategy game. I think a lot of gamers whoR.U.S.E is indeed a fresh take on the RTS genre. The way the entire battlefield is put up is just great work! It's really a tabletop game come true. Mind you, the pace is a bit slow, but if it was faster, the game would be less enjoyable. It got a good pace for what happens. The game sacrifices stuff like micro-management for a much more in depth strategy game. I think a lot of gamers who don't like the entire macro/micro-management part of RTS games, will for sure enjoy this one! 10/10, not a "full" 10/10 because of small missing details like mine laying and such. But again! Wouldn't fit into this game. Great work.… Expand
  8. jfjohnny5
    Sep 15, 2010
    9
    It's a shame so many of the critical reviews seem unwilling to really give this fundamentally different type of RTS a chance. Most of the heavier criticism is leveled against a sluggish campaign and the "slow" speed of the battles. It simply does not do the game justice to stop there. Battle speed, for one, is very relative in R.U.S.E. as battles are frantic and energetic when zoomed inIt's a shame so many of the critical reviews seem unwilling to really give this fundamentally different type of RTS a chance. Most of the heavier criticism is leveled against a sluggish campaign and the "slow" speed of the battles. It simply does not do the game justice to stop there. Battle speed, for one, is very relative in R.U.S.E. as battles are frantic and energetic when zoomed in while managing one particular spot on the front. From a more â… Expand
  9. Frosin
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    Tactic over APM or you won't win, that alone sold me the game. The game managed to allow full tactic option and strategic control with minimum clicking required. The game also feature a rather impressive game engine, you can run at max setting and has full scale zoomed in battle happening at no slow down at all even with a dated system.
  10. lucidguy
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    This game is just what I was looking for. I've logged 10 hours in it already, and I can't get enough of it. It's becoming another one of my addictions online. The maps are absolutely huge and detailed, and this is most appreciated when zoomed all the way in. I've never seen anything like it, it's absolutely wonderful the way you can seamlessly transition from a high overview to the nittyThis game is just what I was looking for. I've logged 10 hours in it already, and I can't get enough of it. It's becoming another one of my addictions online. The maps are absolutely huge and detailed, and this is most appreciated when zoomed all the way in. I've never seen anything like it, it's absolutely wonderful the way you can seamlessly transition from a high overview to the nitty gritty battlefield. The battles are brutal also, epic and lifelike.

    The gameplay itself is also fantastic online. I successfully managed to bluff what I thought was a superior opponent today. I consciously made an effort to appear to be concentrating all of my forces on one side of his position, while carefully hiding my real attack force. He absolutely didn't know what hit him until it was too late. I've saved the replay as a trophy for myself too. It's a classic!    … Expand
  11. jeraldjunkmail
    Sep 7, 2010
    10
    I haven't played a strategy game this good since the first Command and Conquer. This game is an instant classic that breathes new life into the RTS genre. The premise here is that if you just build a base and produce units, you will quickly die. Why? Because of the ruses! This new element in RTS gaming makes it possible for a player to bluff your way to victory by hiding units thatI haven't played a strategy game this good since the first Command and Conquer. This game is an instant classic that breathes new life into the RTS genre. The premise here is that if you just build a base and produce units, you will quickly die. Why? Because of the ruses! This new element in RTS gaming makes it possible for a player to bluff your way to victory by hiding units that can only be countered by line if sight or a counter ruse. And that is just an example! There are quite a few ruses, and if you learn when and where to use them, you can become a decent player. Fail to use them properly and you will lose.

    The units are decently balanced, the graphics are gorgeous, and the game is... Wait for it.... FUN TO PLAY!!!! And THAT is something that is missing from so many games these days!    … Expand
  12. insomniac010
    Sep 8, 2010
    10
    RUSE is one of the best games of the year and maybe one of the best strategy games of all time. It takes the RTS genre and completely revitalizes it. I have been looking for a strategy game where actual strategy is a factor for the entire time I have been playing computer strategy games, and havent found anything this good since the early turn based games such as Panzer General. I hate toRUSE is one of the best games of the year and maybe one of the best strategy games of all time. It takes the RTS genre and completely revitalizes it. I have been looking for a strategy game where actual strategy is a factor for the entire time I have been playing computer strategy games, and havent found anything this good since the early turn based games such as Panzer General. I hate to echo all the other reviews but "instant classic" is the best term to describe this game.… Expand
  13. KCP_ET
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    A very strategic game where tactics are crucial. Orders per minute do not decide the battle; your decisions do. It reminds me of chess or board games like Axis and Allies and Risk--at a much faster pace and no dice rolling! Multi-player is very satisfying.
  14. ExpertMando
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    Finally, I've found a CHALLENGING RTS! Many a RTS, such as SW: Empire at War, Company of Heroes, Sins of a Solar Empire, I've sighed in disdain at the lackluster skirmish AI, I would always find myself searching for an AI mod to make them more challenging. On RUSE, id be afraid to do that, for the AI may become self aware. The skirmish AI on easy provides a challenge, which makes thingsFinally, I've found a CHALLENGING RTS! Many a RTS, such as SW: Empire at War, Company of Heroes, Sins of a Solar Empire, I've sighed in disdain at the lackluster skirmish AI, I would always find myself searching for an AI mod to make them more challenging. On RUSE, id be afraid to do that, for the AI may become self aware. The skirmish AI on easy provides a challenge, which makes things all the much better when I play against the hard AI. And as for multi-player battles, well the deception and strategy that goes into playing is astounding. There are limitless ways you can go about crushing your enemy, which greatly appeals to me, and many RTS gamers in the community. I for one see RUSE as the best RTS this year, with large gorgeous maps, wonderful unit selection, and brilliant strategy, it truly is one of the best RTS games to be released in over a decade, hands down. Those who disagree can lay 'neath the mighty tread of my Pershing.… Expand
  15. theflowingsword
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    Great game multiplayer properly co-ordinated is a joy. Ignore the joystiq review, look at the users. great fun and addictive, the joy of a surprise attack well executed is unsurpassed

    competitive and lots of different ways win, buy and enjoy
  16. rareh
    Sep 18, 2010
    10
    All of the 10/10 reviews have said pretty much everything.
    If you want turn-based multi-player: R.U.S.E. and real-time forget the disappointing starcraft 2 and go play the original or wait for Achron.
  17. Violin_Man123
    Sep 26, 2010
    10
    Despite the fact that the game lacks popularity, it makes up in originality. With limiting time, and wealth combined with deceptive factors (ruses) creates completely different scenarios of strategy each time. I am convinced that it is impossible to repeat a winning same strategy due to the changing conditions the opponent generates. However, the campaign is somewhat dull but I believeDespite the fact that the game lacks popularity, it makes up in originality. With limiting time, and wealth combined with deceptive factors (ruses) creates completely different scenarios of strategy each time. I am convinced that it is impossible to repeat a winning same strategy due to the changing conditions the opponent generates. However, the campaign is somewhat dull but I believe the best part of a RTS game is the multiplayer experience. R.U.S.E. provides the key nations in WW2 (except Japan) that differentiate in strengths and weaknesses. The graphics provide an extraordinary experience in the fighting, being able to see the action in vivid detail in real time. I would strongly recommend purchasing this game if you are an adherent RTS gamer.… Expand
  18. masterofunivers
    May 8, 2011
    10
    In an ideal world, one could have a strategy game where an arbitrary number of units may be not only produced, but also managed. There should be no necessity for "population caps", since AI would nicely manage these units, and a modern CPU would be easily able to handle any number you may produce during a course of the game.

    There would be also a nice interface, that would automatically    In an ideal world, one could have a strategy game where an arbitrary number of units may be not only produced, but also managed. There should be no necessity for "population caps", since AI would nicely manage these units, and a modern CPU would be easily able to handle any number you may produce during a course of the game.

    There would be also a nice interface, that would automatically merge units into "stacks" of forces so that your view of the battlefield would be unobstructed.

    One would desire that the game is both not too long (30 mins or an hour) and at the same time enjoys surprise manoevers and strategic depth, instead of simple click-fest, so that user can enjoy himself instead of thinking about actions-per-minute and such...

    Finally one would like to always be able to completely zoom out in order to see units in a context of whole map, and also zoom in so that one may immerse in details of combat and realistic graphics.

    Did you really thing such a strategy could not yet exist because of hardware limitations or lack of engineer manpower? Think again, because this is exactly what R.U.S.E. is.

    I must admit that after playing this game, the other RTS titles seem a bit flat, if not impoverished, both in user interface, but also in strategic depth. Play it, and you discover that traditional RTS seem to just enjoy interface that feels like RPG with more units that gets bogged down into micromanagement, instead of bringing you the strategic depth, and tactical surprise by either rapid change of action, and explicitly facilitates subterfuge.

    It is also one of few real-time strategy games that can meaningfully simulated intentional deception by much more than just a fog of war.

    Players may easily manipulate appearance of their units, and also hide them altogether for a short time ("Radio Silence") in order to strike at a most surprising point.

    I recommend this RTS as a best game of the year, and also a striking example of how novel game mechanics, may re-create a genre.    … Expand
  19. dts7714
    Jan 29, 2012
    10
    RUSE is one of the greatest games ever made. I played the betas and bought the game on both PC and PS3. RUSE is a great strategy game that will have your mind going a hundred miles an hour trying to keep up with everything going on in the game.
  20. deathdealer
    Mar 12, 2013
    10
    Wow, late at the party because I've waited till it was in steam bargain bin to purchase, can't believe the amount of sheer intellectual dishonesty that was spilt on this gem... Micro-management is well and good... but there are those of use who appreciate the finesse of good planning and good thinking instead of just reflexes... sure the campaign isn't necessarily the most original (aWow, late at the party because I've waited till it was in steam bargain bin to purchase, can't believe the amount of sheer intellectual dishonesty that was spilt on this gem... Micro-management is well and good... but there are those of use who appreciate the finesse of good planning and good thinking instead of just reflexes... sure the campaign isn't necessarily the most original (a narrative picking up on the rich elements of ww2 which has been seens before but probably still has a market for it), and there could be a pace management widget... but many people fail to appreciate the subtlety of its mechanics...

    Most underrated game ever, do yourself a favor and go read the worst critics, then buy the game, if your smart enough to laugh your a** off at their lack of taste and discerning... you should love this game...    … Expand
  21. theelous3
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    All joking aside, I do not know what game the critics were playing, and what they think gaming is. R.U.S.E. is first and foremost (as with all games today) a multiplayer experience. It has been designed as such, with fantastic dialogue between beta testers (of which there were many) and impeccable attention to detail, gameplay, and realism. The single player campaign lacks the fast pacedAll joking aside, I do not know what game the critics were playing, and what they think gaming is. R.U.S.E. is first and foremost (as with all games today) a multiplayer experience. It has been designed as such, with fantastic dialogue between beta testers (of which there were many) and impeccable attention to detail, gameplay, and realism. The single player campaign lacks the fast paced run and gun people are use to, but the heavily strategic and tactical gameplay of multiplayer absolutely shines. The art of deception the game is based around gives players an endless multitude of strategies to fool foes, interact with team mates and drag you in to a gaming experience you won't forget. My favourite title of the year.… Expand
  22. Gilgam
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    RUSE is a tabletop wargamer dream come true ! The game depicts large scale conflicts in real time and on multiple fronts. The campaign is fun, well crafted and introduce the players to the units and concepts of the game. You'll take parts in some histprical battles altough the designer took some liberty by modifying history itself. All in all the campaign's story is entertaining but notRUSE is a tabletop wargamer dream come true ! The game depicts large scale conflicts in real time and on multiple fronts. The campaign is fun, well crafted and introduce the players to the units and concepts of the game. You'll take parts in some histprical battles altough the designer took some liberty by modifying history itself. All in all the campaign's story is entertaining but not great. It does the job of connecting the missions together. Where the game really shine is in the tactics one must use to winn a battle. You have to carefully use cover, hide units in woods, village to ambush the ennemies. You have to be careful to have a well balanced army on order to be able to manage all kind of situations. The game also have a supply system in wich you receive your ressources from supply depots by roads, so, if you deny the roads to a player you cripple it's economy. The roads allow also infantry to deploy faster and make movement easier so they play an important role in each game. The ruses advertised by the game are a nice addition and are useful most of the time. You can deploy fake attacks; for exemple, you can send false air attack to a sector of the map to help reduce the air defense where you are really going to attack, spy on ennemy units, etc. All in all the gameplay is very well crafted but is slower than most other RTS, no quick rush here à la Starcraft.
    In multiplayer you can play in team against AI, coop operations or against other humans. Victory is not only acheived by crushing your ennemy entierly but also with a victory points system wich are accumulated over the course of a battle and at the end the winner is the team with the most (but a 10% difference is considered as a draw). Overall I recommend the game for any one who wants a deeper RTS experience !    … Expand
  23. Xiphoideus
    Sep 13, 2010
    10
    Well it seems that the bad reviews come all from people stating that it is too hard for them. I think it is great 9/10 but reading a 0 review like "cows" or "Philc" I must counter their ignorance with a 10! If you have a proper brain and like to use it R.U.S.E. is surely your thing. Otherwise it will be a 0 for you, so please only intelligent people play the game. Maybe it should say onWell it seems that the bad reviews come all from people stating that it is too hard for them. I think it is great 9/10 but reading a 0 review like "cows" or "Philc" I must counter their ignorance with a 10! If you have a proper brain and like to use it R.U.S.E. is surely your thing. Otherwise it will be a 0 for you, so please only intelligent people play the game. Maybe it should say on the box: "Not suitable for morons of any age"… Expand
  24. msterbishop
    Sep 13, 2010
    10
    you are right about this game R.U.S.E is a rts game that stands alone all other rts game you dont have to use your mind in R.U.S.E it a real strategy game its what a rts should have always been like most people like to rush not thinking on what to do and how to truly beat their opponent with minimum death to there troops i give this game a 9/10
  25. lockedigitalus
    Sep 15, 2010
    9
    The pace is slow, but that's kind of the point -- it's more of a "thinking man's" RTS in that you play it much like a game of chess. There are definite counters to each unit, but mixing units in a combined-arms strategy presents unique and dangerous puzzles for the enemy to crack.

    Infantry, out in the open, is easy prey for a squadron of tanks. Hide that same infantry in the woods or in a    The pace is slow, but that's kind of the point -- it's more of a "thinking man's" RTS in that you play it much like a game of chess. There are definite counters to each unit, but mixing units in a combined-arms strategy presents unique and dangerous puzzles for the enemy to crack.

    Infantry, out in the open, is easy prey for a squadron of tanks. Hide that same infantry in the woods or in a city and you'll see them surprise attack (damage x 3) tank columns and score several kills with RPGs. Need to counter that hidden infantry? Move a recon unit into the zone.

    Even the skirmish AI presents some cool options, like setting the computer players difficulty AND setting their overall doctrine -- do they rush? Turtle? Emphasize air power? Go for artillery? Great for practicing against certain unit types that give you trouble.

    Overall it's a great game with more of a grand strategy feel. Reflexes and micro won't win you the day, which might turn some people off entirely, but a solid understanding of each nation's order of battle, the terrain, and the art of deception certainly will.    … Expand
  26. NCfrog
    Sep 15, 2010
    10
    Haven't played a real thinking game like this in a long time. Have to actually "think" and use real strategy. Very refreshing! It has a fast pace which makes the player think quickly and act deliberately. No time for snoozing, else you have the enemy coming up on your six!
  27. Jarhchief
    Jun 8, 2011
    9
    Ruse a solid real time strategy title focused on large scale 'chess like' strategy with the aid the use of 'Ruses' rather than micromanagement. The single player campaign is long with the story unfolding mainly through cut scenes and missions spreading across war torn Europe. On top of this is multiplayer that includes several different modes and a large number of maps to play on. SeveralRuse a solid real time strategy title focused on large scale 'chess like' strategy with the aid the use of 'Ruses' rather than micromanagement. The single player campaign is long with the story unfolding mainly through cut scenes and missions spreading across war torn Europe. On top of this is multiplayer that includes several different modes and a large number of maps to play on. Several factions each with there own units and unique advantages add a lot more variety to the game but can sometimes make matches turn into 'rock, paper, scissors' game, which can sometimes just mean impending doom for a team. Along with the other two modes is challenge mode, including single player and co-op mission that pit you against greater odds with often limited resources, although this mode is lacking missions compared with the other two more has since been added with dlc.

    Overall Ruse is a fresh look into the real time strategy genre being set on a grand scale and then bringing innovative new features this will keep you entertained for hours, although multiplayer is what will make you go back and play again and again.    … Expand
  28. Dorian
    Sep 19, 2010
    10
    RUSE its a innovative RTS, its about macro-managing "see the big picture" and play whit the rival head using tricks "RUSEs"

    Its not about APM or micro

    exellent game
  29. cors
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is really good. I started playing just after midnight and couldn't stop till morning :) I have around 15 years experience in gaming so can tell you its raw good strategy with very decent graphic and super multilayer. Just wonder why "professional" magazines giving for it 80 or 50 ( SIC ! ) I hope meta critic will finally sort for only few decent magazines not childish e-gaming "wannabe"… Expand
  30. robohunterx
    Sep 11, 2010
    7
    A very good game, if your looking for up front, in your face combat. Mixes the concepts of Land, Air, and Support units all under your control. There's just one fall-back, if you end up being able to rush your enemy, it's 100% not fun. Of course some call this a method or winning, I just call it an annoyance. When I was playing my friend, I found many "Rush" tactics that can not beA very good game, if your looking for up front, in your face combat. Mixes the concepts of Land, Air, and Support units all under your control. There's just one fall-back, if you end up being able to rush your enemy, it's 100% not fun. Of course some call this a method or winning, I just call it an annoyance. When I was playing my friend, I found many "Rush" tactics that can not be stopped. For example, if one builds multiple airfields, he can keep spamming the airborne infantry squads to rush an enemy base. Also if your advisary keeps building an armor base for example, he's able to keep mass producing units until you break through. Aside from the massive rushing tactics, this game is a great new mix, I just wont be buying it anytime soon until the price tag drops.… Expand
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#64 Best PC Game of 2010
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Absolute Games
    Jan 15, 2011
    67
    If you're still not tired of WWII-themed RTS games, give R.U.S.E. a chance. It's a nice alternative to Order of War, but don't expect it to dethrone Company of Heroes.
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  2. PC Format
    Dec 25, 2010
    86
    Appealing to both the single and multiplayer real-time strategist, although R.U.S.E. will be a hard mistress online. [Issue#245, p.102]
  3. Level7.nu
    70
    Ruse is very entertaining both in its campaign and multiplayer mode. Unfortunately the story is not very engaging and feels unnecessary. The depth of the game is what makes it different from the rest of the pack. There are lots of room for clever moves and lengthy battles.
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