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Commandos: Origins Review

Commandos: Origins Review

๐Ÿช–๐Ÿ”ฅ Commandos: Origins โ€“ Back to the Roots with a Modern Twist! ๐Ÿ’ฅ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ

If youโ€™re from the golden generation of tactical and strategy games, then the name Commandos is probably carved into your memory! Itโ€™s the game that taught us what planning really means and how to execute a mission without being seen. Now itโ€™s backโ€”this time with Commandos: Origins, a polished and enhanced version that takes us to the origin stories of the legendary team! ๐ŸŽฏ๐Ÿ’‚โ€โ™‚๏ธ

๐ŸŽฌ Game Introduction

Commandos: Origins Review

This game is a prequel to all the previous Commandos games, aiming to tell us the origin of every character in the squad we used to rely on for every mission. The return to classic gameplay mixed with visual upgrades and improved AI makes this a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern gaming. ๐Ÿง ๐ŸŽฎ

๐Ÿ“– The Story

Commandos: Origins Review

In Commandos: Origins, we go back to the very beginningโ€ฆ before the fame, before they were even a team. We witness the formation of the squad and discover how each character joined the world of impossible missions. The story takes place during World War II across different parts of Europe and North Africa, with every mission revealing a piece of the puzzle that built the legend of the Commandos! ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿงฉ

From the diver escaping captivity to the soldier who breaks the rules to save a comrade, the story is filled with heroism, sacrifice, and brilliant plans that will make you look at the team with new eyes. โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿ”ฅ

๐Ÿ•น๏ธ Gameplay

Commandos: Origins Review

The gameplay is classic with a modern touch! It keeps the same tactical planning, limited vision, stealth approach, and command distributionโ€”but now with a modern UI and much smoother movement. Each character still has their unique skills: the diver, the sniper, the engineer, the bruteโ€ฆ and they all complement each other. ๐Ÿ’ก๐ŸŽฏ

The game demands attention to detail: how many guards are there? Whereโ€™s their field of vision? Is there a sound that could give you away? Here, brains matter more than brute force, and each mission is a puzzle waiting to be solved with a smart plan. ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ”

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Mission Design and Level Structure

Commandos: Origins Review

The missions are masterfully designed! From desert military bases to fortified German castles to busy portsโ€ฆ every level has its own vibe and challenge. The game features over 10 main missions, each packed with detail, main objectives, and optional tasks that expand the lore. ๐Ÿฐ๐Ÿšข

You can approach each mission your wayโ€”sneak around and take out enemies quietly or plant explosives and cause chaos. Every scenario has multiple solutions, and thatโ€™s what makes the gameplay so satisfying. ๐ŸŽฎ๐Ÿ”ซ

๐ŸŽจ Graphics and Visual Details

Commandos: Origins Review

One of the biggest surprises in Commandos: Origins is how it looks! The game is not just updatedโ€”it looks truly modern. The classic top-down view is now cleaner, visual effects are more realistic, and the explosions, lighting, and shadows give a real sense of danger and movement. ๐Ÿ’ฅ๐ŸŽ‡

Characters are now more distinct, each with their own animations. Even the UI has been upgraded to make controls easier and faster than the old days with the wooden mouse! ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ–ฑ๏ธ

โœ… Pros

  • A respectful return to classic gameplay with modern enhancements.
  • A new and engaging story that brings the characters closer to players.
  • Improved AI that makes missions more challenging and rewarding.
  • High-quality environmental design and detailed visuals.
  • Multiple approaches to every mission with full freedom of choice.

โŒ Cons

  • Some missions are very long and may feel slow if you get stuck.
  • Occasional unrealistic AI detection from far distances.
  • Fewer characters compared to later entries in the series.
  • No online mode or post-story challenges.

๐Ÿ“Š Final Verdict

Commandos: Origins Review

If you love strategy games where you plan and execute with precision, or if youโ€™re nostalgic for the classic Commandos days, then Commandos: Origins is a must-play! ๐Ÿ‘Šโœจ

The game brings back everything we loved and delivers it in a modern style that fits the new generationโ€”while staying true to its roots. ๐Ÿ‘

Final Score: 8.5 out of 10 ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ

Grab your map, plan your next move, and dive into the world of spies and tactical warfareโ€ฆ the mission starts now! ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ๐Ÿช–

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