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9.2 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 125 Ratings

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  1. Dec 18, 2010
    10
    This game is brilliant. The AI could use a little work to increase the difficulty, but overall the missions are challenging and well thought out. The guy that said single player is impossible just isn't good at it. The faction imbalance in RA2 (Allies stronger than Soviets) is mostly corrected in the expansion. Each side has some very strong offense and defense and makes for an incredible multiplayer experience. Buy this game. It's worth it. Expand
  2. Sep 9, 2011
    10
    Far the best RTS game I ever play. Let's StandStrong and highlight that we can review only game which we played, and games can be reviewed only if this site allows it - after the release. Wondering if people should write 0 reviews for games they never played. I love Red Alert 2 still and forever, a real classic.
  3. AmarJ.
    Aug 16, 2006
    10
    Sooooo good, this is a great game. I just brought it and I'm hooked on playing online.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  4. AnsonG.
    Aug 5, 2006
    10
    The real 3d stunning action strategy game. Nice quality field, cool graphics and units, easy to control them.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  5. BradyC.
    Jul 9, 2002
    8
    Its an Awesome Game but i think Westwood Should concantrate a little more on thier origanal and best the Tieberian C&C series which is my personal fav and their next brand new C&C series C&C Generals should blow the gaming world away i think it will anyways.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  6. DanL.
    Apr 3, 2003
    10
    DONT EVEN THINK ABOUT NOT BUYING THIS GAME! This is the third greatest game ever made. Behind Halo and its expansion pack YURI's ReVENGE, buy that too.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  7. DavidD.
    Jun 9, 2005
    9
    One stunning game. I say get it after you get Battle for Middle Earth and Civ 4 (when it comes out)
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  8. JohnR.
    Aug 2, 2005
    10
    There are no words that can describe the awesomeness of this game. Unbeliviable.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  9. ChrisM.
    Aug 2, 2005
    9
    It was a great game.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  10. FelipeH.
    May 12, 2006
    10
    If RA1 was good, RA2 its the master piece. I still love playing the mission over and over.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  11. ScottR.
    Jun 27, 2001
    10
    If you're looking for the best strategy game ever made. THIS IS IT, I promise. Nothing else even comes close.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  12. TheVoice
    Jun 17, 2003
    8
    Not bad, a great game for those who like strategy.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  13. AlexR.
    Feb 9, 2008
    10
    One of the greatest RTS games in history - nothing is more exhilarating, even with the graphics dated, than a Soviet Tank Rush carried out within the first two minutes of play. Meticulously balanced, good pathfinding, and awe-inspiring units, the game offered a lot of tactical depth for multiplayer gamers, too.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  14. JimwickM.
    Feb 22, 2009
    6
    Not that great compared to its predecessor. Even when patched fully up to 1.006, the game has significant bugs. The difficulty curve of the campaign missions is more like a difficulty cliff, where the first few on both sides can literally be completed in under 5 minutes if you know what you're doing, and the rest are of the "battle royale, you are surrounded with no meaningful defense, and the enemy is at your doorstep from the first few seconds" variety. The AI, while stupid, is nevertheless relentless, and will make you choke on its dead. It's not a question of game difficulty, but rather more a question of inhuman multitasking being necessary to answer the AI at more than two places at once, which is made impossible because there is no way to pause the game without going to menu, which means there's no way to give orders while paused. This game might be great in multiplayer, and you can tell it was designed almost exclusively for it. But the single player aspect is very disappointing. Expand
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  15. PatrickS.
    Sep 17, 2006
    10
    Truly a great game, and by one of the greatest companies who've ever made a game.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  16. Oct 13, 2011
    8
    Best story ever in a C&C game with a hot Tanya character. A great solid game overall but some balance and AI issues remain. The lack of 3D graphics made me puzzled why Westwood couldn't develop it with a new graphics engine when some RTS games did back then.
  17. Oct 9, 2010
    10
    Everything a sequel should be, and more. This game goes the distance with its gripping storyline, cut scenes, and a soundtrack that fits all too well. The sound effects and visuals were very impressive, along with it's streamlined gameplay features. This game blew my expectations out of the water, and it remains one of my favorites to this day.
  18. Apr 6, 2011
    9
    I guess I can be a bit girly when it comes to games- I'm not a big fan of blood and gore and FPS's, but give me a good strategic game with interesting puzzle-type content and I'm there! Along with the Civilization Series (well, the earlier games in that series) this is one of my all time favourites! I just wish there were more games that build upon this type of concept rather than the raft of FPS clones that seem to be flooding the market at the moment :( :( And don't forget, there is multiplayer, but the single player campaigns aren't just an afterthought to the multiplayer like some games, they are fun and intriguing in their own right! Expand
  19. Vio
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    One of the most fun strategy games I have played, beautiful maps to conquer for your soviet or allied lords with interesting units and weaponry! Did I like it? YES.
  20. Jan 1, 2012
    9
    Seems like EA noticed that they could not "seriously" compete to games like starcraft. So they did the right thing and simply didnt even try it the "serious" but instead in a ironic and fun way. They did an amazing job doing so. Red Alert 2 is just plain fun to play. The units are well designed. The cutscenes are good for a few laughters. Soundtrack and atmosphere are also great. This game is still worth to get picked up and played. Expand
  21. Mar 16, 2012
    10
    I liked red alert 2 far more then the original red alert. Its a lot more original and unique. Yuri is an amazing villian. This is another must play game imo.
  22. Feb 21, 2012
    9
    Most fun RTS game i ever played, good job Westwood! The Yuri expansion is also a lot of fun. Skirmish and campaigns were very nice. EA made a mess of it compared to this.
  23. Feb 28, 2012
    5
    Cranberry, cranberry, cranberry.. enough. Circus. Red = Soviet. War cathedral? Not serious and not fun either. Psycho Lenin and other 'funny' stuff.. nuff said. Ahh.. Yes.. we can send prismas, prismas, prismas.. Aaanndd.. Cepellins! Hmm. Fun in drunk company, but totally dumb at all. Im confused). 5/10 is between 0/10 for RA1 ruining and 10/10 for nutty fun).
  24. May 15, 2012
    10
    This is one of the top games that ever came out for the PC. The game had a ton of highlights such as the cheesy cut scenes at the beginning of every level, the voice acting for the units which is engraved in my cerebral cortex, The soviet propaganda which is always a nice touch, The Extremely brutal AI when set to the highest setting. The only bad points which can be said about the game could be that there are balancing issues such as engineer rushes and playing as Yuri in general but all those are easily countered when you already know how to exploit your enemy. 10/10 A game for the ages. Expand
Metascore

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 29
  2. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. 90
    The gameplay is nothing new, but the engrossing story and intense action will keep you playing for hours.
  2. If you are looking for a fun and explosive real-time strategy title that isn't mired in diplomacy and realism, look no further.
  3. Red Alert 2 proves to be one of the finest offerings in the C&C series.