KKnD2: Krossfire

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KKnD2: Krossfire is a post-apocalyptic real-time strategy game. Command one of three factions: Survivors, Evolved, or Mutants, each with unique units, structures, and abilities. Explore a vast world, gather resources, and battle against AI or human opponents in single-player or multiplayer modes. This sequel builds upon the original KKnD with enhanced graphics, new units, and improved gameplay mechanics.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 112 reviews

music6 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

KKND 2 offers a nostalgic experience for fans of classic RTS games, with engaging gameplay and a unique post-apocalyptic setting.
The game features three distinct factions, each with their own units and strategies, providing variety and depth to the gameplay.
Players appreciate the ability to customize units and the enjoyable soundtrack, which adds to the overall charm of the game.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including random mission failures and the inability to create new units, which can severely disrupt gameplay.
Many players report frequent crashes and technical issues, particularly on modern systems, making the game frustrating to play.
The lack of proper support and updates for these issues has led to disappointment among players who hoped for a smoother experience.

story
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
87%
7%
The story of Kknd 2 is engaging and features a humorous tone, with a variety of missions that provide a challenging experience across three distinct factions. However, players frequently encounter frustrating bugs, such as random mission failures and crashes, which can disrupt gameplay and hinder progress. Despite these technical issues, the overall narrative and mission design are appreciated, making it a fun, albeit flawed, experience.
- “Great music, three fun factions with their own strengths and weaknesses, and a good-humored story mode with lots of missions.”
- “I played a couple of story missions with robots and they are reasonably challenging, even today.”
- “The single player is very fun and challenging too and probably lasts you about 30 hours if you wish to finish all missions.”
- “The most annoying bug is randomly failing missions out of the blue, which makes it unplayable unless you hack around with saving right after this bug and reloading.”
- “Random mission failed despite there being no failure criteria being met.”
- “Like 'mission failed' for no reason, or you can't produce units anymore... these errors occur at every second mission.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The music in the game is widely praised for its vibrant and nostalgic 80s post-apocalyptic atmosphere, reminiscent of classic 90s video game soundtracks. Players appreciate the unique and engaging compositions that enhance the gameplay experience, with many comparing it favorably to iconic soundtracks like that of Red Alert 2. Overall, the soundtrack is described as "kickass," featuring heavy beats and a variety of styles that complement the game's factions and story mode.
- “The music is absolutely spot-on.”
- “There's just something about the quality of video game music from the 90s that just isn't around anymore.”
- “Additionally, like most of the classic RTS games from the 90s, the soundtrack is absolutely kickass, not to mention many enjoyable character lines.”
- “But here there is a unique atmosphere of post-apocalypse in the style of the 80s, as well as a peppy soundtrack.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
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The gameplay is characterized by a slower unit construction pace, larger maps, and a shift to a 'rock, paper, scissors' weapon system, enhancing strategic depth while removing less popular elements like infiltrators. Players appreciate the fun and chaotic nature reminiscent of classic Command & Conquer games, with enjoyable mission briefings and a unique soundtrack, though it is noted to be less strategic compared to titles like Starcraft. Overall, the gameplay is engaging and offers a satisfying experience for fans of the genre.
- “Gameplay is fun, mission briefings and tips even funnier; the soundtrack is really awesome and out there, and so are the units.”
- “The gameplay is pretty enjoyable in my opinion, as with any C&C inspired game it has that simple but satisfying mass carnage, not as strategic as Starcraft or Battle Realms.”
- “What it did differently though is that it 'slowed' how fast you can construct units, it made far bigger maps to explore, it got rid of infiltrator units (you now instead have a suicide bomber unit), it required you to have a technician to open up tech bunkers, it introduced a 'rock, paper, scissors' style of weapon-based gameplay, added a vision-based fog of war similar to Warcraft II or Dark Reign, so on and so forth.”
- “To some extent it perhaps did it to 'be like other RTS games', to refine out elements of the gameplay which weren't that great (like infiltrators), and to add in elements that other RTS games had.”
- “I would strongly advise you to get the game from GOG instead like I had to, their version works better and doesn't get the dreaded mission failed bug after 30 minutes of gameplay.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in KKND2 Krossfire are described as mostly beautiful and have aged well, maintaining a strong aesthetic appeal despite not being award-winning by current standards. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's experience, even by today's benchmarks.
- “The graphics are still mostly beautiful.”
- “It won't be getting any awards these days, but the overall aesthetic has held up very well.”
- “Notwithstanding the graphics, KKND2: Krossfire is great even by today's standards.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, making the game feel unpolished.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised as a solid RTS from the past, but users report significant bugs, particularly in the Steam version, leading to a lack of recommendation for purchase due to stability issues.
- “A very good RTS from the past, alas it is buggy.”
- “However, I cannot recommend buying it here; the Steam version is so buggy.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features a distinctive post-apocalyptic atmosphere reminiscent of the 1980s, complemented by an upbeat soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- “There is a unique atmosphere of post-apocalypse in the style of the 80s, complemented by a peppy soundtrack.”
- “The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world, where every sound and visual detail enhances the overall experience.”
- “The atmosphere is thick with tension and mystery, drawing you deeper into the narrative with every step.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that "KKND2" stands out among similar games due to its unique factions, such as the farming robots of Series-9, which adds a distinctive flavor to the grinding experience. This differentiation helps to mitigate the repetitive nature often associated with grinding in strategy games.