Men of War II

Men of War II is a deeply strategic and intense title that makes every decision, whether big or small, mean something.

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Men of War II's Frontline Hero Pack offers exclusive badges, avatars, and desktop wallpapers, along with instant unlocks of four collectible tank units for multiplayer matches. The pack includes the M4A3E8 "Sherman," Panther Ausf. A, and T-34-85 tanks, each with unique camouflage and impressive combat capabilities.

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,772 reviews

gameplay71 positive mentions

stability20 negative mentions

The game offers a lot of single-player content, including various campaigns and dynamic missions.
Graphics and sound design have improved, providing a more immersive experience.
The new battalion system encourages teamwork and strategic planning in multiplayer matches.

The always-online requirement for single-player mode is frustrating and has led to connectivity issues.
AI pathfinding is often poor, causing units to get stuck or make illogical movements.
The user interface is cluttered and unintuitive, making it difficult for players to navigate and understand.

gameplay
317 mentions
22 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Men of War II" has received mixed reviews, with many praising its fresh mechanics, intuitive controls, and engaging tactical elements, while others criticize its pacing, UI design, and balance issues. Players appreciate the variety of gameplay modes and the introduction of new features like trench-building and dynamic territory control, but some feel that the game strays too far from the series' roots, leading to a more arcade-like experience. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable moments and depth, it also presents challenges that may frustrate both new and veteran players.
- “Men of War II excels in its gameplay mechanics, offering a perfect blend of strategy and action.”
- “The variety of maps and game modes ensures that multiplayer gameplay remains fresh and exciting, keeping players coming back for more.”
- “The gameplay is fun but requires some learning; there are many tactics and realistic elements to consider.”
- “Completely ruined gameplay, bugs, and way overcomplicated progression for single player which doesn't even deserve to be called 'single player'.”
- “The UI is really bad, the core gameplay feels cheap... Men of War: Assault Squad 2 was amazing... I don't know how you messed this up.”
- “The gameplay is too fast-paced, which completely contradicts the gritty feeling of traditional RTS gameplay in prior Men of War titles.”
story
312 mentions
16 % positive mentions
80 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The story aspect of "Men of War 2" has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the historical context and engaging missions that evoke a sense of immersion in World War II. However, criticisms arise regarding the game's reliance on an always-online connection, which disrupts gameplay and can lead to frustrating disconnections during single-player missions. While some players find the narrative compelling and the mission variety enjoyable, others feel that the voice acting and mission design lack depth, leading to a less satisfying overall experience.
- “The engaging campaign features a compelling narrative and well-designed missions, while the multiplayer mode adds a competitive edge.”
- “Exciting story campaigns immersing you in the historical events of World War II.”
- “The storylines are compelling, with characters that add depth and emotional weight to the overall experience.”
- “The story narratives are lame as well, and again, the dialogue is really dumb.”
- “The story campaign is terrible, the US voice lines feel they were voiced by AI.”
- “Some missions are downright unreasonable in expectations for the player.”
graphics
200 mentions
42 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Men of War 2" receive mixed reviews, with some praising the improved visuals and vibrant colors compared to previous titles, while others criticize them as outdated or cartoonish. Many players appreciate the detailed environments and unit designs, but express disappointment over graphical glitches, poor animations, and a lack of realism. Overall, while the game shows significant graphical enhancements, it struggles to meet the high standards set by competitors in the genre.
- “Men of War II graphics are stunning and a visual joy to behold with sharp detailed models flowing with unit authenticity bringing the heroism and violent battlefield action of a 2024 war game in this incredible renaissance of our gaming hobby.”
- “The graphics are top-notch, offering photorealistic environments and meticulously designed units.”
- “With its stunning visuals and the thrill of hands-on control, it's highly addictive.”
- “Graphics are poor, the HUD is poor, troop movements are janky, and the action is on the way to COH where it is intended to appease an Age of Empires player. And don't get me started on the loading and online connection issues.”
- “The graphical glitches are everywhere; units would randomly disappear, tanks and vehicles feel weightless, and infantry never 'touch the ground'.”
- “I was really excited for this game, but it falls short in most categories. I cannot think of a single improvement in this game versus AS2 other than better graphics; everything else is just worse, especially the AI.”
optimization
38 mentions
21 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed feedback. Many players report smooth performance and improved graphics compared to previous titles, with stable frame rates even during large battles; however, some users have experienced issues such as camera stuttering, input lag, and suboptimal unit pathing. While the game performs well on higher-end systems, there are concerns about optimization for lower-end hardware and the need for further polish and updates.
- “Performance is amazing; I'm running a fairly beefy rig, and the battles are always smooth even with large amounts of units present, something that may cause frame drops in previous titles on this same PC.”
- “Really well optimized and looks great. I can choose whether to control more units at once, micro each one, or go down to direct control. I can't just send a bunch of tanks in and win; I have to actually strategize. No game is perfect, but the devs are actually talking to the community and implementing things we ask for, even right after launch.”
- “Overall performance for me on a midline PC is exceptional—no lag, no FPS drops, no issues.”
- “The camera stuttering feels terrible in some situations.”
- “Game needs work: frame stuttering, lag in input commands, can't even load a local server to run the single player features.”
- “The optimization is bad at times and single player has online lag... which makes no sense.”
stability
22 mentions
14 % positive mentions
-5 % neutral mentions
91 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs and glitches affecting both single-player and multiplayer modes. Issues include vehicle pathfinding problems, graphical glitches, and control difficulties, leading to a frustrating experience despite the game's potential. While some users note that the game runs well on high settings, the overall consensus is that it feels buggy and outdated, requiring significant updates to improve stability.
- “The game runs great at max settings, super sharp, with no FPS drops.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any issues.”
- “The performance is stable and consistent throughout.”
- “It just feels like a buggy, outdated mess.”
- “As for Men of War II, it was a huge disappointment. Multiplayer and single player are a big mess; I don't know what the dev team is thinking making a game like this. Bugs and glitches are everywhere, confusing and unnecessary upgrades to the troops. Why do I need to know what troops to upgrade?”
- “Despite glaring issues in the looks department, there is a whole host of other problematic issues at play here: dreadful feeling to the controls; cheap looking unit icons; half-baked voice acting; poor graphics; graphical glitches; dreadful unit animations; clunky UI; always online functionality which forces various load times.”
music
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and ability to enhance the gaming experience, with some users highlighting its inspirational and immersive qualities. However, there are complaints about the volume levels, particularly that the menu music is not adjustable through the dedicated music slider, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong aspect of the game, complementing its graphics and gameplay.
- “I love the graphics, soundtrack, and gameplay.”
- “Graphics are very beautiful, music is great, dialogues are voiced, also there are lots of game modes: different campaigns, missions, multiplayer, and so on.”
- “Music and dialogue hit all the precision pinpoint tones of audio poetry, inspiring wargamers to battle on as artillery screams thundering down with earth-shattering death and bodies shredded in a furious fusillade of burning lead.”
- “The music is far too loud in-game, which can be changed with audio sliders.”
- “But the music in the menu isn't controlled by the music slider; it's controlled by the master volume slider.”
- “It should all be under the music slider.”
humor
9 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding amusement in the absurdity of its always-online mode despite a low player count, as well as the intentionally bad voice acting and quirky gameplay moments. While some enjoy the comedic potential of the infantry voice lines and sandbox mechanics, others feel that the humor often falls flat or becomes repetitive, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the game's attempt at humor is seen as both entertaining and occasionally misguided.
- “Always online mode for a game that, at the time of me writing this, has less than 600 people playing it is hilarious.”
- “The voice acting is hilariously bad.”
- “It's funny that it's not a traditional RTS and more of a sandbox, yet it somehow works really well.”
replayability
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the dynamic campaign and various game modes that provide endless opportunities for solo and co-op play, others feel that certain aspects diminish the overall replay value. The campaign is noted for its difficulty and replay potential, but there are criticisms regarding specific features that may detract from the experience.
- “Good campaign with loads of replay value.”
- “Playing skirmishes against the AI offers endless replayability.”
- “The conquest mode offers a dynamic campaign that ensures endless replayability.”
- “It's so insulting and completely kills any replay value.”
- “I was hoping this game was going to take everything good about GOH's dynamic campaign and tack on even more features and replayability.”
- “The different game modes are fun to play, but many of the missions seem to offer limited replayability.”
grinding
7 mentions
29 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game lacks traditional grinding elements like farming or base building, focusing instead on intense battlefield management. Players express frustration with the grinding system, noting that it can be tedious and unrewarding, often requiring significant time investment for minimal returns. While some quality of life updates have improved automation, the overall sentiment is that the grinding feels excessive and detracts from the experience.
- “There is no farming or construction here.”
- “There is no building bases, barracks, or other buildings; there is no farming resources - only hardcore micro and macro management on the battlefield.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's a lazy game with a new currency grinding system that desperately tries to extend the length of this uninspired 'sequel' worth $5 or free, not $45.”
- “I think the game is easier to get into for new players to the franchise, but grinding for supplies is abysmal, sometimes not even paying out, so you waste 30 minutes to an hour in a match for nothing.”
emotional
7 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its compelling storylines and well-developed characters that contribute to a deeper experience. However, some players find certain voice lines cringeworthy and feel that gameplay mechanics, such as character fears, can break immersion, leading to a mixed emotional response. Overall, while the game evokes strong feelings, it also leaves some players disappointed, likening it to a fan project rather than a polished title.
- “The storylines are compelling, with characters that add depth and emotional weight to the overall experience.”
- “This feels more like a fan game than anything, and it's heartbreaking.”
- “Your own take 5 seconds to det after touching the ground.”
atmosphere
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its authenticity and nostalgic feel, with realistic locations and bright special effects enhancing the experience. However, some players feel that despite the decent graphics and well-thought-out combat system, certain elements, particularly vehicle realism, fall short, leading to a somewhat plasticky feel. Overall, while the atmosphere is well-executed in many aspects, there are inconsistencies that detract from the immersive experience.
- “Authentic atmosphere with realistic locations and events.”
- “The flow of gameplay, combat mechanics, and general atmosphere of the game are excellent.”
- “They nailed the atmosphere, capturing the essence of small unit action and direct control.”
- “Unfortunately, despite the new engine, the game feels very plasticky and doesn't have the atmosphere and effects realism I was expecting. This is especially true for the vehicles.”
- “Goh nailed small unit action and direct control... they nailed the atmosphere, but some things are just silly when translated to conquest, such as mine layers.”
monetization
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been heavily criticized, with many users labeling it as a "cash grab" that detracts from the legacy of the Men of War series. Despite the developers' efforts and the abundance of content, players feel that the game's design and gameplay mechanics resemble those of a mobile game, leading to disappointment and a sense of betrayal regarding its true value. Overall, the monetization strategy has left a negative impression, overshadowing the game's potential.
- “Cash grab garbage.”
- “In my opinion, this is a lazy cash grab that tramples all over the legacy that Men of War had built over the years.”
- “Those six are the big ones that basically said 'refund this right away, it's not a Men of War game, it's a cash grab,' which depresses me to say because Men of War has been a staple series for the WW2 RTS genre.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The German campaign in the game is praised for its strong character development, featuring protagonists with well-defined backstories that enhance the overall narrative experience.
- “The German campaign features protagonists with rich backstories and significant character development.”
- “The character development in this game is exceptional, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, showcasing their growth and personal struggles.”
- “The German campaign literally has protagonists with backstory and character development.”
- “Character development feels shallow and unengaging throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful growth for the characters.”