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Review of Commandos 2 - HD Remaster on Nintendo Switch

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo Dec 2020
Cover image of Commandos 2 - HD Remaster on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 04 Dec 2020
Genre: Real-time tactics
Developer: Yippee Entertainment
Publisher: Kalypso Media

Introduction

Welcome to Commandos 2 - HD Remaster on the Nintendo Switch, the game where stealth means biting your nails and stealthily inventing new curse words. Commandos 2 takes the timeless tactics of its predecessor, sprinkles in some nostalgia, and complicates things with a neat little bow of challenge that will test your patience-like a cat that just knocked over your drinks.

Gameplay

Commandos 2 shakes up the real-time tactics genre with intense gameplay where brain cells are more valuable than muscle. You command a group of commandos, each boasting unique skills, from the flying ninja (not literally, that's just the Green Beret in disguise) to the quick-witted spy who can charm more than just the ladies. The game includes a whopping twenty-two missions (not an Oscar-winning movie, I promise), where you must sneak, stab, and save to fuel your desires to thwart enemy plans and ultimately win that coveted 'Stealth Master' title. With more strategic depth than a philosophy exam, this game forces players to think outside the box-like when you try to find the bathroom in a house party. A single mistake may have unintended consequences, and it's best to remember: guards have memory longer than your ex. They not only have hyper-sensitive sightlines but also utilize advanced AI that'll make you appreciate less clever NPCs in Mario games. Each mission features main and secondary objectives, transforming downtime into a high-stakes chess game where each piece matters. It's important to use each commando's special abilities wisely. For instance, would you really trust a sniper to pop a lid off a can of beans? Probably not! Plan your actions with precision and remember that one wrong move puts you back at square one.

Graphics

The HD remaster enhances the original graphics while avoiding the uncanny valley like it's doing a hopscotch dance. The environment has never looked better, and let's be honest, it's pretty charming to see hand-drawn animation instead of CGI. On the Switch, even the

Conclusion

Commandos 2 - HD Remaster is all about precision, strategy, and balance. If you want a game that tests your patience while polishing your tactical skills (or reshaping your vocabulary to newly explosive dimensions), look no further. The game's combination of nostalgia and modern polish with graphical updates provides just enough impetus to tackle the stress of stage failure with a smile. Sure, you may end up chuckling (or yelling obscenities) more often than not, but that's part of its charm! In conclusion, if you're ready to wield strategic warfare like a pro-while enjoying a laugh or a facepalm moment or two-you'll find that Commandos 2 - HD Remaster on the Switch offers a delightful challenge that you won't soon forget. Game on!

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