Easy Red 2

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Easy Red 2 is a single player and multiplayer tactical shooter game with warfare and historical themes. It was developed by Marco Amadei and was released on January 6, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Easy Red 2" is a World War II first-person shooter game that offers intense online multiplayer action. Players can choose to fight for either the Allies or the Axis, and battle it out in various realistic locations. With a variety of weapons and vehicles to use, as well as detailed graphics and realistic sound effects, "Easy Red 2" provides an immersive and thrilling experience for fans of the genre.

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,268 reviews

gameplay113 positive mentions

stability27 negative mentions

gameplay
320 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this title is characterized by its depth and variety, offering a mix of immersive mechanics such as authentic ballistics, squad command, and environmental destruction, reminiscent of classic titles like Battlefield 1942. While the graphics may not be cutting-edge, the engaging mechanics and extensive content, including a mission editor and multiplayer options, provide a rewarding experience for players who appreciate tactical shooters. However, some users noted issues with AI behavior, clunky vehicle controls, and repetitive objectives, suggesting that while the gameplay is enjoyable, it still requires refinement and balancing.
- “The gameplay seamlessly blends intense infantry combat, armored warfare, and aerial dogfights, creating an immersive and challenging environment.”
- “With its blend of historical accuracy, strategic depth, and immersive gameplay, it earns a solid 10 out of 10.”
- “The gameplay is rewarding, the guns are fairly decent, and the vehicles and machine guns are so much fun.”
- “The gameplay is widely varied, with a large selection of vehicles on both ground and air, mountable artillery, and a detailed inventory system.”
- “The gameplay just feels slow and the servers are basically dead.”
- “The maps, missions, controls, game mechanics, those are all just poorly designed and executed.”
story
310 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a traditional narrative or storyline, focusing instead on gameplay and mission-based experiences set in World War II. Players can engage in a variety of missions, both single-player and community-created, using an accessible mission and map editor that enhances replayability. While some users express a desire for more historical context or narrative elements, the emphasis remains on unfiltered combat and sandbox-style gameplay.
- “I will often spawn in and create my soldier's story in my head, whether I flank the enemy and destroy them, winning the battle like a hero, or whether I get domed by a stray bullet immediately after peeking around cover.”
- “The combat gets pretty intense as your fireteam or vehicle square off against others in well-designed missions that feel pretty accurate to true events.”
- “Replayability is high; you can play the same scenario multiple times and get a different 'story' each time.”
- “It doesn’t have a story, nor any specific protagonist or introduction to any of its missions - unadulterated gameplay in its purest form, without any care for story or narrative; that’s alright for this genre.”
- “The maps, missions, controls, game mechanics, those are all just poorly designed and executed.”
- “Some missions are impossible/nearly impossible. Like the early British mission, when you push the third or fourth cap you are nearly 3/4 out of reinforcements due to AI running into MG nests and getting erased.”
graphics
289 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are not on par with AAA titles, they are adequate for the gameplay experience. Some appreciate the nostalgic, early 2000s aesthetic, while others criticize the visuals as dated and lacking polish. Overall, the consensus is that the graphics do not detract from the fun and immersive gameplay, which is often highlighted as the game's strong point.
- “There's something very cinematic about the way it plays, the gunplay feels good, it's quite immersive and realistic, the graphics are good and omg it's only being developed by one crazy dude who keeps updating the game over and over making it better and better as time goes :)”
- “The graphics are amazing, for a one-man dev team there has astonishing work being put through and the constant updates always bring me back every other day for such an amazing experience.”
- “The graphics are generally pretty good, and the performance (even with a large number of bots playing) is good to excellent.”
- “The graphics are ugly in terms of graphics, it's not an art choice, it's just the lack of polish.”
- “Extremely outdated graphics, gunplay is clunky, weapons are extremely weak and the ironsights are trash.”
- “The graphics look much less realistic and more like an early 2000s video game in terms of graphical quality.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players report good to excellent performance even with high bot counts and frequent updates improving stability, others experience significant frame drops and bugs like object clipping and inconsistent enemy AI. Some users note that the game runs well on lower-end systems, but there are still areas needing improvement, particularly in animations and texture quality. Regular updates from the developers are seen as a positive step towards enhancing the game's performance.
- “The game isn't a buggy mess, and it's optimized well.”
- “Performance appears to scale to all systems.”
- “The improvement on performance is extremely noticeable.”
- “There are, however, some bugs and performance issues to work out, such as CPUs not responding, object clipping, and enemies having inconsistent awareness of detecting you.”
- “Very badly optimized game (clunky) with terrible performance.”
- “I really love this game; it gives me Ravenfield vibes but in a WWII setting, though it does need some work on the performance side of things.”
stability
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players noting a variety of bugs and glitches, particularly in movement and graphical elements. While some users report significant issues, others find the game generally playable and enjoyable, especially given its frequent updates and active developer support. Overall, it appears that while the game is not free of bugs, it remains fun and engaging for many players.
- “It runs great on my aging laptop even with a lot of bots.”
- “Performance-wise, it's hard to say, my rig's pretty powerful and it runs great 95% of the time on standard battle settings; the author keeps optimizing the game, too.”
- “Very good game; it runs great on my weak laptop.”
- “For a game that came out in 2020, it seems really obsolete and buggy.”
- “The basic movement system is really buggy; oftentimes I would randomly stand up after laying down, you can run at full speed when you are crawling, the lean system feels really weird, and sometimes you or the enemy will get glitched into the ground.”
- “Garbage game, looks like garbage, controls like garbage, buggy as hell, why is this very positive.”
replayability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts exceptional replayability, with users highlighting its rich content, diverse gameplay options, and the ability to approach scenarios from multiple perspectives. Community support, including user-generated maps and missions, further enhances its longevity, making it a worthwhile investment for players seeking varied experiences. Overall, the combination of dynamic gameplay and regular updates contributes to a highly replayable experience.
- “The content is rich, very replayable, and the graphics and destruction physics keep getting better and better.”
- “Replayability is high; you can play the same scenario multiple times and get a different 'story' each time.”
- “Users can also create their own maps and missions and upload them to the Steam Workshop, so replay value is practically endless.”
- “Having always the same loadouts without variety or custom presets, nevermind any other customization option, tarnishes the longevity and replay value in a major way.”
- “Replayability in the long term unless steady updates and new content.”
- “While these are just small things I really feel like they'll add a lot to the game in terms of feel and just replayability.”
grinding
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that grinding in the game can be excessively tedious, with many players expressing that it requires an inordinate amount of time and effort. While some appreciate the absence of grinding mechanics in favor of a more straightforward gameplay experience, others find the lack of progression systems to be a drawback. Overall, the consensus leans towards grinding being a significant negative aspect of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The multiplayer community, while small, is super chill because the game is fun in an honest way: there is no grinding, rankings, or loot boxes to psychologically manipulate players toward another brief dopamine shot.”
- “A few more hours, this game is tedious.”
- “The editor is more complicated this time around as you have to meticulously equip/dress each member of a 'squad' you put together and it's extremely tedious.”
- “That isn't here and it's overall just very tedious instead.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the phenomenal soundtrack that enhances immersion and nostalgia, while others find it basic, repetitive, or even boring. Although certain levels feature great music, many players feel that the overall sound design, including voice acting, could use significant improvement. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the experience, it is not considered a standout feature.
- “Phenomenal soundtrack.”
- “SFX, music, and voice acting further add to the immersion, which is great.”
- “The Japanese level has great music and environment.”
- “The music gets pretty boring and monotone, so I suggest turning it off.”
- “Music in ER2 is not the best.”
- “Sound and music are decent; it's pretty basic but definitely not bad, though it could be improved.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and nostalgic qualities, effectively capturing the intensity of wartime experiences through detailed sound design and engaging visuals. While some players note issues with graphical fidelity and animations, the overall ambiance—especially during large-scale battles—successfully conveys the chaos and emotional weight of conflict. Many reviewers recommend the game for its ability to evoke a strong sense of place and historical realism, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
- “It really scratches the atmosphere and emotion I crave from shooters.”
- “The atmosphere of each location is well-done, as battles featuring dozens of AI units, with yourself being just one of the many, really convey how little the single counts in a conflict of such scale.”
- “The game's attention to detail and sound design play crucial roles in creating a truly immersive atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere leaves a lot to be desired - the animations vary from janky to sludgy.”
- “It gives the game an off-tone color effect of a darker pixelated atmosphere all around.”
- “What this game lacks in graphical quality it makes up for in gameplay and atmosphere.”
humor
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding the intentionally poor controls and AI antics to be amusing, leading to unexpected and funny moments during gameplay. While some aspects, like the tutorial voiceover, are highlighted as particularly humorous, others, such as the frustrating vehicle mechanics, detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a blend of comedic elements that can be entertaining, especially in multiplayer settings, despite some inconsistencies.
- “A very funny WW2 game.”
- “Fun single player and even more hilarious coop/multiplayer.”
- “Battles are intense, with a good mix of open country and urban fisticuffs, and there's a lot of scope for organic moments, both tragic and hilarious, emerging from the chaos.”
monetization
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players feeling misled by advertising promises, particularly regarding features like adjustable iron sights that are absent in the game. While there are concerns about the game's clunky mechanics and performance issues, others appreciate the developer's commitment to improving the game and providing a solid campaign experience without overt cash-grab elements. Overall, the game's low-budget status is acknowledged, but it still offers ambitious content and replay value through multiplayer and mission editing features.
- “I bought this game (that was my worst choice of my life). Yes, I did give money for this s*** pile because in the ads they promised an adjustable iron sight, but it was just a promise because it's nowhere to be found.”
- “Graphics are definitely not the selling point of this game, so the screenshots that look truly jaw-dropping are a bit of creative advertising.”
- “Despite the game's low budget, it is also ambitious: there are Americans, Germans, Italians, the English, and the Japanese, with the game advertising that the Russians are on the way.”
emotional
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Players highlight the game's ability to evoke strong emotions, reminiscent of their nostalgic experiences with classic titles like Star Wars Battlefront II. The emotional feedback is particularly noted in intense moments, such as facing enemy tanks, and the game effectively portrays emotional expressions in characters during critical situations, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
- “Easy, Red Two delivers an emotional punch that few games achieve.”
- “When I played this game, I felt different than other FPS games; it gave me so much emotional feedback. I felt scared when I saw enemy tanks marching.”
- “And they have emotional expressions in certain situations like surrender, injury, and death.”
character development
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Character development is enhanced by authentic designs that reflect the armies and battles, alongside satisfying weapon mechanics. The expansive and unique levels contribute to a deeper sense of intrigue and challenge, enriching the overall experience.
- “The character designs are authentic to the armies and battles, making each character feel unique and well-integrated into the game's world.”
- “The weapon designs are satisfying to use, enhancing the overall experience of character development.”
- “The expansive and unique levels provide a good layer of intrigue and challenge, allowing for meaningful character growth throughout the game.”