Armoured Commander II

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Armoured Commander II is a single player role playing game with a warfare theme. It was developed by Gregory Adam Scott and was released on September 4, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Armoured Commander II is a tactical wargame that simulates World War II tank combat. As a tank commander, you'll lead your crew through challenging battles, making strategic decisions and managing resources in turn-based combat. The game offers realistic armor modeling, historical campaigns, and a variety of customizable tanks from different nations. Your skills in leadership, tactical thinking, and adaptability will be tested in this immersive and demanding war simulation.

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graphics52 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Incredibly deep and engaging gameplay that combines tactical decision-making with crew management.
Offers a wide variety of campaigns and historically accurate tanks, providing high replayability.
The developer is very active, regularly updating the game and responding to community feedback.

The graphics and sound effects are basic, which may deter some players.
The RNG can be frustrating at times, leading to unexpected and often punishing outcomes.
The user interface can be clunky and may require time to get used to, especially for new players.

graphics
272 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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77%
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The graphics of the game are primarily ASCII and pixelated, which may initially deter some players accustomed to modern visuals. However, many reviewers emphasize that the simplistic graphics serve to enhance gameplay by allowing players to engage their imagination, focusing on the game's depth and mechanics rather than its visual presentation. Overall, while the graphics are minimalistic and reminiscent of retro gaming, they are functional and contribute to a unique charm that appeals to fans of strategic and immersive gameplay.
- “The graphics may be low but the detail is deep.”
- “Don't let the retro graphics fool you, good games are about the mechanism, AI, and ongoing support and development, and this game has these in spades.”
- “Once you get past the graphics, the depth and realism of the game shines through.”
- “So I stumbled upon this game and admittedly, was put off by the graphics right away (spoiled with today's technology).”
- “The only drawback is the graphics, but as I said, you play this as a digital board game with character and scenario persistence - not for the graphics.”
- “Note that the graphics and sounds are primitive and the action is turn-based, so this is not for everyone.”
gameplay
208 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
67%
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The gameplay is characterized by its deep mechanics and tactical depth, offering a blend of strategic and tactical elements that engage players in World War II tank warfare. While the graphics are simplistic and may require some adjustment, the intuitive controls and extensive content, including multiple campaigns and vehicle options, provide a rewarding experience that emphasizes player choice and strategy. Despite some criticisms regarding RNG elements and certain mechanics being opaque, the overall gameplay loop is described as addictive and satisfying, appealing to those who prioritize substance over visuals.
- “Once you wrap your head around the game mechanics, the amount of gameplay potential is awesome.”
- “The gameplay loop is incredibly addicting and satisfying.”
- “The gameplay has exceptional depth for what it looks like on the surface, and a fairly significant learning curve.”
- “This leads to a rather boring gameplay where taking risk is not rewarded.”
- “Props to the dev for sticking with it for years, but despite well made mechanics, the game is just boring.”
- “Objectively, it has lousy sound effects, basic graphics, and a pretty simple gameplay loop that is somewhat luck based, so I could understand why not everyone would like it, though.”
replayability
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts exceptional replayability, driven by its dynamic storytelling, customizable crew development, and a vast array of tanks from various nations. Procedurally generated maps and random tank assignments enhance the experience, allowing players to engage in unique tactical challenges each time. With its roguelike elements and low price point, players can enjoy nearly infinite replay value, making it a standout choice for fans of WWII tank combat.
- “I really love the way you can develop your crew, and the level-ups and medals with all the perks really add a ton of replayability to the game.”
- “It's a formula that works so well - turn-based wargaming makes a lot of sense for tank battles, while the roguelike implication of permadeath and ever-changing campaign maps make it insanely replayable.”
- “At a mere $8.00, this game promises almost infinite replayability and free updates to come.”
- “Main gameplay loop could use a few more options to improve replay value through permitting more tactics, and the RNG terrain is an odd concept too.”
- “Armoured Commander II is an early-access proud rogue-lite based around the misadventures of tank commanders during the Second World War, with every campaign, map, terrain features, objectives, units, and encounters procedurally and randomly generated, offering a significant amount of replay value.”
- “The replayability is infinite because even the map is random.”
story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its exceptional story generation, allowing players to create deeply personal narratives through their tank crews in a World War II setting. Each campaign unfolds like a unique narrative, with emergent storytelling that makes player choices and character fates feel significant. The attention to detail and variety in missions enhance replayability, making every playthrough a new and engaging experience.
- “Incredibly personal in its storytelling and replayable practically forever.”
- “Every campaign is like a narrative, and whether you make it to the end alive or not, you'll come out with a new story every time.”
- “Although it's a strategy game, the actual strategy you can implement has been fully experienced after a few missions.”
- “It feels like a tank story generator, and the more you get into thinking of your troops as characters, the more fun you will have.”
- “And that's where the magic lies, because under the colored squares and bitcrushed machine gun sounds and slick hot-keys, Armored Commander II is first and foremost a story generator.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its captivating and detailed design, which effectively immerses players despite its basic ASCII graphics. Reviewers note that it creates a tense and engaging environment that keeps players invested, often surpassing the atmospheric impact of more graphically advanced games.
- “I never thought I could invest myself this much in an ASCII-looking game, but the atmosphere is so amazingly captivating and detailed, it doesn't let you go easily.”
- “The game's atmosphere is tense.”
- “Conjures more atmosphere and tension with basic graphics than most games do with GPU-melting specifications.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is generally well-received, featuring a diverse array of historically accurate tanks and campaigns. However, some mechanics, like the effects of fatigue on performance, are not clearly explained, which can hinder player understanding. Additionally, crew performance can be negatively impacted by injuries or shock, adding another layer of complexity to the gameplay.
- “The tutorial and glossary help a lot, but some mechanics remain rather opaque, such as fatigue's impact on performance.”
- “The performance of your crewmen can be affected by injury or shock.”
- “In the Poland 1939 campaign, you can play the Panzer IV; however, it only has a low-velocity 75mm cannon, leading to poor performance against tanks.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find humor in the absurdity of the game's mechanics, particularly the inability to pet tanks while still engaging in chaotic tank driving and crashing. The comedic potential is highlighted through the creation of funny mental memes about the situation, adding a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience.
- “The fact that I cannot pet the tank is upsetting; however, you can still drive a tank, then crash the same tank because you were checking out the other person's tank and making funny memes about it in your head.”
- “At first, you think it's funny...”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players commend the game for effectively utilizing classic genre tropes to create strong emotional connections, highlighting the impact of character loss, such as the distress felt when losing beloved crew members like "butt loaf." This emotional investment is seen as a significant achievement, despite the potential for heartbreak.
- “The fact that tropes from a genre dating back to 1980 can be used for this kind of emotional resonance is a genuine achievement.”
- “My only issue with the game is becoming emotionally invested and then being incredibly upset when I lose my favorite crew member 'Butt Loaf.'”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features no music, but this absence is generally not considered a significant drawback by players.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be intense and potentially tedious, but recommend adjusting the animation speed to fast to alleviate the monotony of battles. Overall, while the game offers depth, the grinding can become overwhelming without this adjustment.
- “Intense game, much more than meets the eye; just set your animation speed to fast or battles become very tedious.”

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Armoured Commander II is a role playing game with warfare theme.

Armoured Commander II is available on PC and Windows.

Armoured Commander II was released on September 4, 2021.

Armoured Commander II was developed by Gregory Adam Scott.

Armoured Commander II has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its atmosphere.

Armoured Commander II is a single player game.

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