Blazing Angels 2: Secret Missions of WWII

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"Blazing Angels 2: Secret Missions of WWII" is a 2007 warfare simulation game that allows for both single-player and multiplayer modes, including co-op and competitive options like deathmatch and capture-the-flag. Players join an elite Allied squadron on a mission to stop Nazi Germany from creating a weapon of mass destruction, using prototype fighter aircraft and upgrades as they travel around the world. A demo of the game was released on the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live in August 2007.

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Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

story4 positive mentions

The game features a variety of unique WWII aircraft and missions, providing an engaging and nostalgic experience for fans of the genre.
Improved graphics and sound quality enhance the overall gameplay experience, making it visually appealing and immersive.
The game offers a decent storyline with interesting missions, including creative objectives and the ability to upgrade planes.

The game has significant compatibility issues, particularly with modern operating systems like Windows 10 and 8, making it unplayable for many users.
Control schemes are poorly implemented, with limited support for mouse and keyboard, and no controller support, leading to frustrating gameplay.
Many missions rely on gimmicks that can detract from the overall experience, making it feel less cohesive and reducing replayability.

story
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The game's story is described as decent but not as engaging as its predecessor, featuring a series of missions that lack standalone modes and rely heavily on gimmicks. Players appreciate the unique storytelling style, reminiscent of comic books, and the creative mission designs, but some find the narrative less compelling and the cutscenes less interesting compared to the original. Overall, while the missions are varied and offer some creative elements, the story feels somewhat disjointed and less immersive.
- “It's a good game with a decent storyline in a similar vein to Blazing Angels.”
- “The game basically is pretty much the same as its predecessor... it's an arcade turn-and-burn WWII flight combat game with a bit of squadron command. However, this time, there's a bit of a storyline... you are a special guy tasked with finding three other misfits for your ultra-secret special squadron, flying even captured enemy planes if needed.”
- “Unfortunately, it lacks the arcade mode for single player that the original had, so as solo you've really only got the campaign missions.”
- “Unlike the first game, Blazing Angels 2 tries to have a storyline, which is told through filtered photos with speech bubbles like Max Payne.”
- “The map cutscenes are nowhere near as interesting as the first game.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some praising the remastered tracks and their emotional impact, while others find the overall sound design overwhelming and occasionally repetitive. The soundtrack effectively complements the gameplay, enhancing the heroic atmosphere, though technical issues have affected some players' experiences. Overall, the remastered music has been well-received, particularly the standout tracks.
- “The music was heroic and fit the events occurring around you quite well and was quite enjoyable.”
- “I really like the main background music.”
- “And the sound, oh my gosh! I listened to the soundtrack of this game on Jason Graves's SoundCloud, and now that I've heard them in-game, they are actually quite different. I loved the remaster of 'Heavy Water' and the BA2 remaster of 'Bombing Run Over Normandy.'”
- “Music is a bit overwhelming at times, and repetitive at others.”
- “For whatever reason, my screen goes black and stays black until I exit out of the game... I hear music and everything but no picture of any kind. Until this gets fixed, I'm not playing it.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are generally considered average, with some users appreciating the improved visuals and 60 fps on PC compared to the Wii version. However, there are reports of issues related to outdated graphics drivers, which may affect performance and compatibility. Overall, while the visuals are decent, they may come off as somewhat generic.
- “After playing probably 1000 hours on the Wii version of BA1, playing this on the PC felt so nice to have 60 FPS and much better visuals.”
- “The graphics weren't too bad; a tad bit generic, but nice.”
- “The graphics are, I can say honestly, just average.”
- “I'm on Windows 8.1 Pro x64, tried to run the game normally - the options window opens up but tells me I have out-of-date graphics drivers - and can't recognize the running Windows.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring improved mechanics such as enhanced character abilities and customizable wingman options, while also eliminating unnecessary acceleration mechanics. Players appreciate the balance between easy gameplay and a simulator setting, although some missions can be frustrating. Additionally, the synchronization of dialogue marks a significant improvement over previous versions.
- “Easy gameplay mechanics; it has a simulator setting in the controls as well for those who like that, versus arcade.”
- “Good fun gameplay, although certain missions can be frustrating.”
- “Now what you've been waiting for, the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are overly simplistic, making it feel more like a chore than an engaging experience.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The lack of depth in gameplay makes it feel repetitive and uninspired after a short period.”
replayability
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The game offers limited replayability, with a slight increase for those engaging in multiplayer modes; however, many players find it ultimately lacks depth for repeated playthroughs.
- “There is a significant amount of replayability, especially for those who enjoy multiplayer.”
- “Overall, a fun distraction, but it could use more replayability.”
- “There is some amount of replayability, certainly more for anyone that plays multiplayer.”
- “Overall a fun distraction, but lacking in replayability.”