Red Glare

About

"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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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

optimization3 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game captures the nostalgic feel of classic tactical strategy games like Commandos, offering engaging gameplay and unique mechanics.
The developer is dedicated and responsive, frequently updating the game to fix bugs and improve the overall experience.
The game features large, well-designed maps with a dynamic day/night cycle that adds depth to the tactical gameplay.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with character movement and enemy detection.
There is a lack of key quality-of-life features, such as proper key binding and a fully visible minimap, which can hinder the gaming experience.
The absence of translations and subtitles for voice lines makes it difficult for non-English speakers to follow the objectives and story.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
75%
13%
The game features eight lengthy missions set in expansive environments, each offering a tactical challenge without a cohesive overarching story. While secondary missions can be undertaken, they lack rewards and do not contribute to the narrative. Despite some bugs, players appreciate the engaging gameplay and nostalgic elements, highlighting the immersive experience created by realistic graphics and unique mechanics.
- “The gripping storyline, realistic graphics, and seamless controls make for an immersive gaming experience.”
- “The variety of missions ensures lasting appeal.”
- “Each mission is a tactical challenge, keeping gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- “Game is buggy, and has no story.”
- “No story connects them, and they have to be completed in order.”
- “Although secondary missions can be completed alongside main missions, they do not provide any rewards.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
65%
18%
Gameplay in the game is generally engaging and challenging, with tactical missions that keep players invested, despite some bugs that occasionally disrupt the experience. While the mechanics can be inconsistent, the addition of hand-to-hand combat could enhance the gameplay further. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of old-school nostalgia with updated graphics and mechanics, making it enjoyable despite its flaws.
- “Each mission is a tactical challenge, keeping gameplay fresh and engaging.”
- “✔️ Challenging gameplay; AI are not too dumb, slow, or idiotic.”
- “⭐ Slick animations and overall gameplay pace.”
- “There are a bunch of bugs that hamper gameplay: bodies will sometimes drop but visually your character is still carrying them.”
- “Every mechanic sometimes works, sometimes not.”
- “Add basic hand-to-hand combat to all units; that should give a bit of freshness to the gameplay and allow for unlocking situations in a logical way rather than a messy one.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is generally criticized due to the presence of bugs and glitches, though many players note that these issues are not frequent or game-breaking. Minor visual glitches occur occasionally, but overall, the experience remains playable.
- “The game is buggy and lacks a coherent story.”
- “There are numerous glitches and bugs throughout the gameplay.”
- “While there are some minor bugs and visual glitches, they are not game-breaking.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The graphics of the game are praised for their high detail and user-friendly design, enhancing playability while evoking nostalgia through updated visuals. The realistic graphics contribute to an immersive experience, complemented by a gripping storyline and seamless controls.
- “The gripping storyline, realistic graphics, and seamless controls make for an immersive gaming experience.”
- “Red Glare is an indie dev project made by one person on a mission to reignite that old-school Commandos nostalgia with updated graphics, mechanics, and unique dynamics.”
- “Focusing on higher and detailed graphics while ensuring the game remains playable, more visible, and user-friendly is essential.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
Overall, the game performs smoothly without major issues, but some users note that the controls can feel clunky initially and that optimization could be improved.
- “Performance-wise, it runs smoothly without any hitches.”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate throughout.”
- “Controls feel a bit clunky at first, and optimization is not quite there.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is well-aligned with its overall mood, enhancing the experience, and features catchy tracks, particularly noted during the red glare event.
- “The music is very much suited to the mood, and the Red Glare event music is very catchy.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is characterized by decent audio that includes amusing comments, adding a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
- “The game is filled with hilarious little comments that keep the mood light and entertaining.”
- “I love how the humor is woven into the gameplay; it makes every moment enjoyable.”
- “The witty dialogue and funny scenarios had me laughing out loud throughout the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, tapping into past memories and emotions effectively.
- “If anything, it made me feel nostalgic.”