Relic’s award-winning RTS has returned, and this time it takes in the war on the Eastern Front… Pinned down by MG fire?
Then youll need to find a way to flank it so you dont send your men into a killzone.
Need to take out that tank without heavy weapons?
Youd better start planning, taking in the local resources, and skills of your available units.
If youre clever, though, and prepared, youll always come out on top.
Thats not to say the AI is perfect, though.
Expect frustration if youre a little green around the gills when it comes to real time strategy.
Aside from the obvious Russian twist, the game includes a new TrueSight system.
They help you see whats coming so you have time to react.
Another new addition is the weather system, ColdTech.
Weather conditions are incorporated well, and play a big role in some battles.
This is most notably demonstrated when fighting in extreme cold and snow.
This is an essential tactic, and can help defend bases and bolster attacking forces.
Thats not to say the game doesnt succeed in other areas.
Aside from the still impressive and deeply tactical gameplay, the audio direction is superb.
Skirmishes
Alongside the main campaign,Company of Heroes 2features a couple of other modes.
The Theatre of War section houses a few smaller scale challenges that see you completing specific goals.
These are both challenging and enjoyable, and can be played co-operatively too.
you’re free to also customise your armies and generals, picking different skills and even skins.
Its not the most balanced multiplayer RTS around in this regard, but its always entertaining and challenging.
At heart,Company of Heroes 2isnt a new game as such.
Rating:
4 out of 5
