M1 Tank Platoon 2
- May 3, 2022
- Digital Theory Ltd.
Get on Steam"M1 Tank Platoon 2 is a tank simulation game that puts you in command of an M1A2 Abrams tank platoon. Experience real-time combat with a variety of weapons and observe conflicts in first-person or external 3-D view. Complete your training at U.S. Army facilities or jump into instant action with random single battle scenarios. Engage in historical and hypothetical conflicts across various campaign theaters."
PC
Reviews
- The game is a nostalgic trip down memory lane, with many players appreciating its depth and realism as a tank simulator.
- Despite its age, the gameplay remains engaging and satisfying, with dynamic campaigns and a competent AI that enhances the experience.
- The inclusion of a detailed manual and various graphics modes allows players to enjoy the game while accommodating different preferences and systems.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes on modern systems and difficulties running in optimal graphics modes, which can frustrate players.
- Many users find the controls and learning curve to be challenging, requiring significant effort to master the gameplay mechanics.
- The graphics are dated and may not meet the expectations of players accustomed to modern standards, leading to a less immersive experience.
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of this tank simulator, while showing their age, still manage to provide a charming experience with a mix of polygonal models and 2D sprites. Users note that the game offers multiple rendering options, with software mode being the least visually appealing but most stable, while third-party enhancements can improve the graphics significantly. Overall, despite the dated visuals, the game's depth and engaging gameplay overshadow the graphical limitations.
“Don't let the graphics put you off of this 90's classic from sim specialists MicroProse; it's a great simulation game, with a fantastically deep manual and an interface that makes issuing orders to the various units under your command an absolute breeze.”
“The graphics are a charming blend of chunky textured polygonal models for vehicles and terrain, and 2D sprites for effects like midair shells, flames, and explosions.”
“With a 161-page manual full of interesting content and pictures, the good graphics, atmospheric sound effects, chatter, and small cutscenes all contribute to the sense of realism, making you feel like you're in a realistic, albeit a bit dated, simulator.”
“The game has 3 graphics modes - Direct 3D, Glide, and Software. Software rendering, although the least graphically appealing, is the most stable way to run this old classic and still looks okay.”
“You are able to run it 'out of the box', but only in software rendering mode, which downgrades the visuals significantly.”
“Graphics are dated.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's story is set against a backdrop of complex military simulations, featuring dynamic missions and campaigns that promise depth and engagement. However, players have reported technical issues, such as crashes and distracting graphics, which detract from the overall experience and hinder immersion in the narrative. Despite these challenges, the game is recognized for its rich manual and tutorial support, suggesting that there is a rewarding experience for those willing to navigate its learning curve.
“Don't let the graphics put you off of this 90's classic from sim specialists MicroProse; it's a great simulation game with a fantastically deep manual and an interface that makes issuing orders to the various units under your command an absolute breeze. The game features dynamic missions, several dynamic campaigns, and in-depth tutorials and multimedia guides included.”
“The game crashed when I completed the first and easiest tutorial mission. The controls feel thorny, and I know there's something great underneath all that because of all the buttons to click. The standards of the 1990s weren't as intuitive as nowadays, so it's unfair to hold this game to modern standards. That said, it feels like I need to do actual work to overcome the learning curve, and I'm just not in the mood for work.”
“This seems unavoidable and happens at the end of every mission.”
“I'm also unsure if this crashes at the end of missions, as the green tint was distracting enough to discourage me from finishing anything in D3D mode.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its balance of realism and engagement, offering a challenging experience with satisfying manual gunnery and decent AI. Despite some technical issues and aging graphics, the core gameplay loop remains enjoyable and compelling, making it a worthwhile experience for both new players and those revisiting the game.
“Microprose always struck the perfect balance of realism vs gameplay, and this is one of their very best games, well worth a look or revisit.”
“Other than some technical issues, the game itself runs fine. The challenging gameplay and decent AI allow for fast engagement with enemies, and manual gunnery is satisfying. Most aspects age like fine wine.”
“The game itself is great, and while its age shows through its graphics, the gameplay loop is as satisfying and engaging as ever.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as lacking, with some users finding it disingenuous or forced, particularly in light of technical issues that overshadow the comedic elements.
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the official Steam version of the game is marketed as optimized for modern systems, users report that it falls short due to its low resolution of 640x480 and limitations in software rendering. However, some players have found success using third-party workarounds to enhance performance, particularly by enabling glide mode.
“Now that there's an official version on Steam that's supposedly optimized for modern systems, I quickly bought it. While it's not as well optimized as I thought (namely the tiny resolution of 640x480 and limited software render mode), using a third-party workaround, I can make it work in Glide mode.”
“Now that there's an official version on Steam that's supposedly optimized for modern systems, I quickly bought it. However, it's not as well optimized as I thought, particularly due to the tiny resolution of 640x480 and the limited software render mode. With a third-party workaround, I can make it work in Glide mode, but I'm not sure if the same method works for those old copies from the 90s.”
“The optimization in this game is severely lacking. Even with the latest updates, I still experience significant frame drops and stuttering during gameplay, which makes it frustrating to enjoy.”
“I was really hoping for a smoother experience with the optimized version, but the performance issues are still present. It feels like the developers didn't put enough effort into making it run well on modern hardware.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report occasional glitches that may necessitate adjustments to compatibility settings or manual edits to graphics card settings for optimal stability.
“Furthermore, you may encounter some glitches that will require you to tweak compatibility settings or manually edit your graphics card settings.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
“I've experienced several instances of lag and freezing, which severely disrupts gameplay.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by a detailed 161-page manual, impressive graphics, and immersive sound effects, including chatter and small cutscenes, which collectively create a realistic simulation experience, albeit with a slightly dated feel.
“With a 161-page manual full of interesting content and pictures (a real leisure read), the good graphics, atmospheric sound effects, chatter, and small cutscenes all contribute to a sense of realism, making you feel like you're in a realistic, albeit slightly dated, simulator rather than just playing a game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight the game's strong replayability, noting that it remains as enjoyable and engaging as they recall from previous experiences.
“As great and replayable as I remember it.”
