Red Glare

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Red Glare is a single player tactical real-time strategy game. It was developed by BT Studios and was released on January 24, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Red Glare" is a WW2-inspired real-time tactics game where you play as agents of the OSS battling a secret German expedition in South America. The game features dynamic day/night cycles and weather systems, as well as a tactical pause mode for planning moves. In addition to the story campaign, there are also five challenge maps to test your skills. Enemies can detect blood trails and other disturbances, so careful planning and execution are key to success.

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Single-Player

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

Red Glare offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic Commandos games, with engaging tactical gameplay and a unique day/night cycle that enhances strategy.
The game features a variety of characters with distinct skills, allowing for diverse tactical approaches and planning, which keeps the gameplay fresh and challenging.
Despite being a solo developer project, the game shows a lot of passion and dedication, with frequent updates and improvements based on player feedback.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with character movement and mechanics that sometimes work inconsistently.
There is a lack of basic features such as hand-to-hand combat for all units, which many players feel is essential for this genre, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The learning curve is steep, with some players finding stealth mechanics nearly impossible on normal difficulty, and the overall complexity of missions can be overwhelming.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
81%
8%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being virtually nonexistent, with some players noting that it lacks a coherent narrative despite the engaging gameplay. However, the missions are described as lengthy and tactical, providing a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic titles, with a variety of challenges that keep players invested. Overall, while the gameplay is immersive and well-designed, the absence of a strong story detracts from the overall experience.
- “The gripping storyline, realistic graphics, and seamless controls make for an immersive gaming experience.”
- “The variety of missions ensures lasting appeal.”
- “Game is buggy, and has no story.”
- “Basically there are only 8 missions.”
- “Red Glare is an indie dev project made by one man on a mission to reignite that old school Commandos nostalgia with updated graphics, mechanics, and unique dynamics.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
68%
14%
The gameplay in "Red Glare" is characterized by tactical challenges that keep it fresh and engaging, despite some inconsistencies in mechanics and bugs. Players appreciate the unique elements that set it apart from other real-time strategy games, while also expressing a desire for additional features like hand-to-hand combat and improved stealth mechanics. Overall, the game successfully evokes nostalgia for classic titles while offering updated graphics and dynamics.
- “Each mission is a tactical challenge, keeping gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- “While there are similar elements - which will be found in most if not all RTS games - Red Glare has its own mechanics that set it apart from other titles.”
- “Overall, I'm really enjoying this game and its mechanics.”
- “Every mechanic sometimes works, sometimes not.”
- “There are a bunch of bugs that hamper gameplay: bodies will sometimes drop but visually your character is still carrying it.”
- “Add basic hand-to-hand combat to all units; that should give a bit of freshness to the gameplay and allow unlocking situations in a logical way rather than a messy one.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences occasional glitches and minor bugs, though they are generally not game-breaking and do not occur frequently. Overall, while stability issues are present, they do not significantly detract from the gameplay experience.
- “Game is buggy and has no story.”
- “Glitches and bugs.”
- “Some minor bugs and visual glitches, but nothing game breaking.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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17%
The graphics of "Red Glare" are praised for their realism and detail, effectively updating the nostalgic feel of classic games while ensuring the gameplay remains user-friendly and immersive. The combination of high-quality visuals and seamless controls contributes to an engaging experience that resonates with players.
- “The gripping storyline, realistic graphics, and seamless controls make for an immersive gaming experience.”
- “Red Glare is an indie dev project made by one man on a mission to reignite that old school Commandos nostalgia with updated graphics, mechanics, and unique dynamics.”
- “Focusing on higher and detailed graphics should be done while keeping in mind that the game stays playable, more visible, and user-friendly.”
- “Kept focusing on higher and detailed graphics should be done keeping in mind that the game stays playable, more visible, and user-friendly.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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Overall, the game performs smoothly without major issues, but some users note that the controls can feel clunky initially and that the optimization could be improved.
- “Performance-wise, it runs smoothly without any hitches.”
- “Controls feel a bit clunky at first, and optimization is not quite there.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its strong alignment with the overall mood, with particular emphasis on the catchy tunes featured during the red glare event.
- “The music is very much suited to the mood, and the Red Glare event music is very catchy.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users frequently express that the game evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, tapping into past memories and emotions. This emotional connection enhances the overall experience, making it resonate deeply with players.
- “If anything, it made me feel nostalgic.”