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Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™

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83%Game Brain Score
story, music
graphics, stability
83% User Score Based on 240 reviews

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Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™ is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Westwood Studios and was released on March 7, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™" is a classic real-time strategy game where players choose to lead the humanistic GDI or the Brotherhood of Nod, each with their own unique faction and objectives. The game includes the expansion pack "The Covert Operations," adding new challenging missions to the original campaign. Prepare for intense battles and strategic warfare in this legendary RTS.

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 240 reviews
story12 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions
  • The game has an excellent and relevant story, making it a nostalgic experience for many players.
  • Despite its age, the gameplay remains engaging and addictive, with a classic RTS feel that many fans appreciate.
  • The soundtrack is highly praised, adding to the overall atmosphere and enjoyment of the game.
  • The game frequently crashes, especially when sending troops to certain areas of the map, which can be frustrating.
  • Many players find the controls and mechanics outdated, leading to a less enjoyable experience compared to modern RTS games.
  • The lack of quality of life features and low-resolution graphics make it difficult for new players to appreciate the game fully.
  • story
    93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game, set in a near-future world, revolves around the conflict between the Global Defense Initiative and the Brotherhood of Nod, featuring a mix of engaging yet cheesy narrative elements. While the storyline and characters are generally considered interesting, many players find the mission design lacking, with some missions feeling repetitive and poorly structured, leading to frustration. Overall, the remaster enhances the experience but retains some of the original's design flaws, leaving players divided on its narrative coherence and mission execution.

    • “Released as the first expansion pack for the beloved 'Command & Conquer: Tiberian Dawn,' it introduces a stellar array of new missions, gameplay mechanics, and an enriching storyline that truly builds on what made the base game so fantastic.”
    • “The story and characters, while not too complex, are still engaging and always interesting to listen to.”
    • “A near-future sci-fi story that is interesting yet extremely cheesy, and we love it for it.”
    • “The story and cutscenes are nostalgic but aren't worth playing the game for.”
    • “Neither of the campaign’s plots make much sense or have any narrative through line you’re following other than vaguely showing battle lines moving across Europe and Africa when you select your next mission.”
    • “Then after selecting either the GDI or Nod transmission, someone wearing a cheap costume in front of a green screen immediately throws you into your first mission with almost no context.”
  • music
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive and atmospheric qualities, with many considering it one of the greatest soundtracks in video game history. The electronic and industrial-infused tracks, reminiscent of iconic bands, enhance the tactical warfare experience and evoke nostalgia for fans of the series. Overall, the soundtrack is described as fantastic, engaging, and a significant highlight of the game.

    • “The soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere, immersing you in the tense world of tactical warfare.”
    • “And then there’s the soundtrack, one of the greatest in video game history, which sounds like Ministry crossed with Pretty Hate Machine era Nine Inch Nails.”
    • “The music is just fantastic, Mechanic Man is top tier.”
    • “Good OST ruined by garbage AI.”
    • “No music heard.”
    • “Better music.”
  • gameplay
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Command & Conquer: The Covert Operations" is praised for its engaging mechanics, introducing new missions and complexity while maintaining a balance of simplicity that makes it accessible yet challenging. Players appreciate the depth added through stealth and espionage tactics, although some find the older mechanics frustrating compared to newer titles in the series. Overall, the game offers a nostalgic experience with addictive gameplay and a compelling narrative, enhanced by a memorable soundtrack.

    • “Released as the first expansion pack for the beloved 'Command & Conquer: Tiberian Dawn,' it introduces a stellar array of new missions, gameplay mechanics, and an enriching storyline that truly builds on what made the base game so fantastic.”
    • “The added depth through stealth operations and espionage tactics keeps things fresh and engaging, adding layers of complexity to the already rich gameplay.”
    • “In summary, 'Command & Conquer: The Covert Operations' is a fantastic expansion that breathes new life into the classic gameplay, offering fans and newcomers alike a chance to engage in thrilling strategy and warfare.”
    • “So hard that you have to start abusing in-game mechanics and flaws in the AI in order to proceed.”
    • “I don't like the mechanics of this game. Maybe I should not have played Command and Conquer: Generals and Red Alert first, because it's frustrating and the mechanics and strategy in this old version of the game Command and Conquer were annoying. I always compare it to the graphics, playstyle, and battle strategy of better versions of Command and Conquer games (Generals, Tiberium, Red Alert).”
    • “The gameplay is a bit claustrophobic as your units are surrounded by the fog of war and have next to no visibility, and buildings have to be built against each other.”
  • graphics
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the iconic 2D visuals that capture the essence of the series, while others criticize the outdated and dull color palette. The remastered version is noted for its superior graphics and better adaptation to modern systems, although some players found the original graphics jarring at first. Overall, while the game holds nostalgic value, it lacks sufficient graphical settings and options for customization.

    • “Graphically, the game holds up nicely, with iconic 2D visuals that capture the essence of the series.”
    • “Their careful adaptation to modern computers and the remastered graphics are far superior.”
    • “Remastered with good graphics, brand new original soundtrack, and fully mod support, which will give you a remastered experience and bring back your old memories.”
    • “For the first five minutes, my eyes bled so badly from the graphics that I wasn't sure I could continue.”
    • “The game really lacks options for graphical settings; it kind of just jumps you straight into the game.”
    • “From my point of view, 25 years later, it's still a primitive boyish strategy that relies mostly on quick reflexes and is full of sad grey/brown colors in the graphics.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches such as helicopters failing to pick up players and flying into danger zones. Players have noted that these bugs can disrupt gameplay and affect overall enjoyment.

    • “The game has a lot of glitches, like the helicopter not picking me up and flying off into a SAM site.”
    • “The game has a lot of glitches, like the helicopter not picking me up and flying off into a SAM site.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly on Windows 10 and higher, the pathfinding and AI performance are notably outdated, requiring significant micromanagement from players. This can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences, as both player units and enemy AI exhibit poor decision-making. However, for those seeking high-resolution and multiplayer experiences, community patches are available to enhance performance.

    • “All in all, it's a very convenient way of owning TD because it runs smoothly and instantly on Windows 10 and up. If you're into high resolution and multiplayer, just like all other CnC games, CnC Net and Nyers patch on Mod DB are places to go to.”
    • “Pathing and AI performance have aged like milk; either your units will willfully take themselves up the garden path if you don't micromanage them, or the enemy AI will sit in a corner to think about their actions, both to the player's chagrin.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently criticize the grinding aspect of the game as being meaningless and overly repetitive, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “Meaningless and repetitive grinding anytime, anywhere.”
    • “Meaningless and repetitive grinding anytime, anywhere.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is significantly enhanced by the soundtrack, which immerses players in a tense and engaging world of tactical warfare.

    • “The soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere, immersing you in the tense world of tactical warfare.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users consistently highlight the outstanding replay value of the game, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.

    • “Moreover, the replay value is outstanding.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game deeply resonant, as it allows them to connect with historical events and changes on a personal level, evoking a sense of touching history itself.

    • “From a historical perspective, comparing the changes allows you to feel as if you are touching history.”
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Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™ is a strategy game.

Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™ is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™ was released on March 7, 2024.

Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™ was developed by Westwood Studios.

Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™ has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™ is a single player game.

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