Command & Conquer Remastered Collection

92%
Game Brain Score Based on 18,110 reviews
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  • music
  • story
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Command and Conquer Remastered Collection is an excellent effort and the definitive version of these games, but these games feel every second of their age.
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The Command & Conquer Remastered Collection brings two classic RTS games, Tiberian Dawn and Red Alert, to modern platforms with updated graphics, UI, and remastered music. This collection also includes rebuilt multiplayer, mod support, and all previous expansion content. Experience the campaigns, skirmishes, and multiplayer of the original C&C games like never before in this remastered collection.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

92%
Audience ScoreBased on 18,110 reviews
graphics1,138 positive mentions
stability177 negative mentions
  • graphics3,504 mentions

    The remastered version of Command & Conquer has received widespread praise for its significant graphical upgrades, which enhance the original aesthetic while allowing players to toggle between classic and modern visuals seamlessly with a simple key press. Many reviewers appreciate the nostalgic feel retained in the updated graphics, alongside improvements in sound and user interface, although some express disappointment that core gameplay mechanics and AI issues from the original remain unchanged. Overall, the remaster is celebrated for successfully blending nostalgia with modern enhancements, making it a must-play for both returning fans and newcomers.

    • “The graphics have been touched up very nicely, the same goes for the sound and music (remastered and new tracks).”
    • “This is how you do a remaster, bringing back a classic with updated modern visuals, tools, and quality of life improvements.”
    • “The updated graphics are stunning, and I especially love the ability to switch between the classic and remastered visuals seamlessly.”
    • “The graphics are just the icing on the tiberium.”
    • “The graphics are dated (of course), but so long as you know that's the case, it's all good.”
    • “The graphics have been updated, but skirmish is not!”
  • music2,291 mentions

    The music in the remastered Command & Conquer collection has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the remastered soundtracks by original composer Frank Klepacki and his band, the Tiberian Sons. The soundtrack is described as iconic, nostalgic, and a significant highlight of the remaster, featuring both original and new tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. Additionally, the inclusion of a jukebox feature allows players to customize their listening experience, further elevating the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “The remastered soundtrack, spearheaded by the legendary composer Frank Klepacki, breathes new life into the iconic scores.”
    • “The music is perfect, boasting new mixes of the most popular tracks from original composer Frank Klepacki alongside the original tracks.”
    • “The soundtrack is incredible and one of my favorites of all time, with the ability to customize your in-game music tracks.”
    • “The second major annoyance is the music playback - whenever you load a mission, a track is skipped, this means when playing the harder expansion missions, you'll likely be hearing the first 10-20 seconds of each track.”
    • “I resigned, muted the in-game music and just play the soundtrack in the background using foobar.”
    • “The music is, as it always has been for the series, incredible, boasting new mixes of the most popular tracks from original composer Frank Klepacki alongside the original tracks.”
  • story1,990 mentions

    The "story" aspect of the Command & Conquer remastered collection has received mixed feedback from players. Many appreciate the nostalgic cutscenes and engaging narratives that tie the missions together, highlighting the campy yet entertaining storytelling style of the original games. However, some players criticize the mission design for being frustratingly difficult, particularly in Tiberian Dawn, where certain missions feel unbalanced and require trial-and-error strategies to complete. Overall, while the remaster retains the charm of the original storylines, the gameplay experience can be marred by outdated mechanics and AI issues.

    • “The campaigns feature an intriguing story and fun mission variety.”
    • “The story is fun and cutscenes are just as I remembered them.”
    • “The remastered collection delivers the full package: the first two games along with their three official expansion packs and bonus missions.”
    • “I have no nostalgia for both games in this collection, and I can't imagine most people will like those games if they didn't play them in the 90s. The gameplay is extremely basic, pathfinding is infuriating, the difficulty is unfair most of the time with cheating AI, and missions without base building are a nightmare.”
    • “The story is poorly acted by live action people, it is cringey, but also funny and does what a lot of other games don't do, by using real actors.”
    • “The missions are still the same but the graphical enhancements for the terrain, the units, and the structures makes a noticeable difference.”
  • gameplay1,395 mentions

    The gameplay of the Command & Conquer Remastered Collection remains largely unchanged from the original titles, preserving the classic mechanics that defined the series while introducing some quality-of-life improvements like unit queuing and an updated user interface. While many players appreciate the nostalgia and simplicity of the gameplay, others criticize its dated mechanics, poor AI, and frustrating pathfinding, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the remaster successfully enhances the visual and audio aspects without significantly altering the core gameplay, making it a mixed bag for both veterans and newcomers to the series.

    • “The gameplay remains as engaging as ever, offering a perfect balance of strategy and nostalgia.”
    • “The developers have successfully maintained the core gameplay that made Command & Conquer a strategy masterpiece, ensuring that veterans will feel right at home while new players can easily grasp the mechanics.”
    • “The remastered collection retains all of the original gameplay, as well as being able to change the 'graphics' on the fly.”
    • “It's a shame because the classic C&C cutscenes between missions are as fun as I remember, but the gameplay is just frustrating and not very fun.”
    • “Sadly, gameplay is still from 1995; it just sucks compared to modern RTS.”
    • “The gameplay is a painful reminder of why total annihilation was so much better, and as far as visuals are concerned, yeah, the play area is pretty much up to par, but the videos still look like they've been upscaled to extreme proportions.”
  • stability211 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. While some players appreciate the nostalgic retention of original issues, many express frustration over the lack of improvements, particularly in AI behavior and multiplayer functionality. Overall, the remaster is described as a "buggy mess," with frequent freezes and unresponsive controls, making it difficult for players to fully enjoy the experience.

    • “Well remastered, not buggy.”
    • “It runs great on laptops as well!”
    • “The game runs great and has great quality of life improvements.”
    • “The game is extremely buggy.”
    • “Main story mode is unbeatable due to glitches and AI trouble.”
    • “Unfortunately, the Red Alert remaster is very buggy and has numerous graphical bugs and crashes that render it unplayable on my systems.”
  • optimization170 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant issues such as freezing, stuttering, and crashing, particularly during large battles or cutscenes. While some users have experienced smooth performance on high-end systems or after specific adjustments, others have found the game unplayable without installing it on an SSD. Overall, while the remaster boasts improved graphics and some successful optimizations, persistent performance problems remain a major concern for many players.

    • “This has all the nostalgia of the classic C&C and Red Alert, but optimized for modern systems and for modern aspect ratios.”
    • “The game performance is exceedingly smooth.”
    • “Great game, but a lot of problems with actually making the game run smoothly.”
    • “The game is plagued with performance issues (at least for me) and AI pathfinding is really bad.”
    • “The constant stuttering makes this game almost unplayable.”
    • “Great game but it just does not work, stuttering so bad it's not playable.”
  • monetization88 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many users praising the absence of microtransactions and in-game purchases, which is increasingly rare in modern titles. However, some reviewers perceive the game as a potential cash grab, suggesting that while it offers nostalgia and solid gameplay, it may lack the depth and effort expected from a remaster. Overall, the consensus leans towards appreciation for the game's pricing and lack of exploitative monetization practices, contrasting it with the trend of low-effort remasters in the industry.

    • “No microtransactions, no pay to win, and no gimmicks.”
    • “This is how remasters should be done - better resolution, more features that are quality of life and not game-changing, no microtransactions, developer extras, and just a good graphics polish, along with all expansions included.”
    • “I find it baffling that EA gave us 2 full games with 3 expansions and bonus content at such a reasonable price, and there's no sign of DLC or microtransactions.”
    • “It was fun for a few minutes because of the nostalgia, but it seems like a cash grab and a missed opportunity.”
    • “This was a cash grab while trying to make the least amount of work put in.”
    • “It's unfortunate that most remastered games now are just a cash grab.”
  • humor85 mentions

    The humor in the game is often described as a blend of nostalgic charm and unintentional comedy, particularly through its over-the-top cutscenes and quirky AI behavior. Players appreciate the hilariously bad acting and outdated graphics, which evoke fond memories while providing a comedic experience. Overall, the game successfully combines classic humor with modern updates, making it both entertaining and a source of laughter for long-time fans.

    • “The real life cutscenes are hilariously bad and that makes them great.”
    • “You just gotta love the tongue-in-cheek humor and the over-the-top cheesiness of it all; the cutscene videos are great.”
    • “It's funny, this is an old game, yet so refreshing.”
    • “Not funny”
    • “The story is poorly acted by live action people; it is cringey, but also funny and does what a lot of other games don't do by using real actors.”
  • replayability52 mentions

    Overall, the game offers significant replayability, bolstered by features like skirmish modes, updated multiplayer capabilities, and robust mod support that allow players to create and share custom content. While nostalgia plays a key role in its appeal, many players appreciate the modern enhancements that make the gameplay more engaging and accessible. However, some feel that once the initial nostalgia fades, the replay value may diminish, particularly compared to newer titles in the genre.

    • “Come for the nostalgia, stay because it's still an infinitely replayable series of games.”
    • “The introduction of a skirmish mode in Tiberian Dawn and updated online multiplayer capabilities significantly boosts replayability.”
    • “The active community and robust mod support ensure endless replayability and new challenges.”
    • “Once the nostalgia wears off, the game has no further replay value.”
    • “Simply HD graphics do not make this replayable for me.”
    • “To be honest, it won't make a difference; people will play a couple of times and then move on.”
  • emotional46 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the remastered game is overwhelmingly positive, with many players expressing nostalgia and heartfelt connections to their childhood experiences with the original titles. Reviewers describe the remaster as a touching tribute that evokes strong memories, often leading to emotional reactions such as tears of joy and a sense of youthful exuberance. Overall, it is seen as a genuine love letter to long-time fans, successfully blending nostalgia with modern enhancements while maintaining the charm of the original games.

    • “This remastered edition is a heartfelt tribute to one of gaming's most beloved RTS franchises.”
    • “C&C Remastered is a heartfelt love letter to fans like myself who grew up with the original two games.”
    • “I cried a bit when the remastered soundtrack started playing, because Frank actually managed to outdo himself and made it all better.”
    • “It was fun back then, but the AI (both enemies and my group) and the boring story don't captivate me in 2020 anymore.”
    • “The emotional depth I expected was completely missing, leaving me feeling disconnected from the characters.”
    • “I found the story's attempts at emotional moments to be forced and unconvincing, which made it hard to care about the outcome.”
  • atmosphere46 mentions

    The atmosphere of the Command & Conquer series is widely praised for its unique blend of immersive soundtracks, engaging cutscenes, and a distinctive art style that captures the essence of the original games. Reviewers highlight the successful remastering efforts that preserve the original's charm while enhancing graphics and audio, creating a nostalgic yet fresh experience. The combination of world-building, intense storytelling, and atmospheric sound design contributes to a compelling and memorable gaming environment.

    • “The option to switch between the original and remastered audio tracks provides a rich auditory experience, capturing the intense and immersive atmosphere of the original games.”
    • “The remastered collection hits exactly the same as the original games did - their own unique atmosphere, campaigns that made you feel like a character in a movie, and a perfectly remastered and expanded soundtrack that could only be described as overkill of the highest order.”
    • “The atmosphere and playability have been masterfully converted to 4K and, given the preconditions, everything looks as good as it can, while still maintaining the original feel.”
    • “In brief, it's a better game in almost every way, except perhaps the world-building and atmosphere.”
    • “I admit that Red Alert is the bigger, more sophisticated game, but the atmosphere and gameplay of C&C from 1995 is something special.”
    • “Sounds and music bring back the original atmosphere better than anything.”
  • grinding41 mentions

    Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and often frustrating, with many missions requiring excessive micromanagement and repetitive tasks that detract from enjoyment. While some appreciate the nostalgia and challenge, the outdated mechanics and slow pace make the experience feel laborious, leading to a consensus that it can be a chore rather than a rewarding endeavor.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “It's tedious, and it defeats the whole point of attrition.”
    • “Going back is an absolute chore and the micro-management because you can't trust any of your units to take care of themselves and fire on what you want them to just makes a lot of missions tedious.”
    • “This core mechanic of the game gets incredibly tedious, very quickly.”
  • character development1 mentions

    The character development in this remastered old-school RTS is praised for its artistic design and charm, reflecting the passion of its creators. Players appreciate the engaging story and the unique challenges presented, which enhance the overall experience despite some frustration. The combination of beautiful character designs and a captivating soundtrack further enriches the game's narrative depth.

    • “The character designs are amazing, charming, and beautifully crafted, showcasing the passion of the developers.”
    • “This game features a mission with an incredible story that enhances the character development experience.”
    • “The remastered music complements the character development perfectly, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
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Play time

18hMedian play time
49hAverage play time
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