Kalypso is releasing a HD remaster of the real-time tactical game Commandos 2 on the Nintendo Switch next month.
This title was originally released on PC in 2001 and sees you take control of an elite group of Allied commandos as they go behind enemy lines during World War II to complete a series of notoriously demanding missions. In order to succeed, you'll have to make use of the commandos' unique skill sets.
The remaster arrived on PC at the start of the year and followed with an Xbox One and PS4 release in September. It includes revamped tutorials, campaign missions, and optimised support for both the Switch Joy-Cons and Pro Controller. As noted by Eurogamer, this version was also under fire from some fans for removing certain features and "extreme political symbols".
"Relive the real-time tactics masterpiece that defined the genre like no other: Originally developed by the legendary Pyro Studios, Commandos 2 - HD Remaster is a true homage to one of gaming’s most celebrated masterpieces. Experience Commandos 2 Men of Courage like never before in high definition with reworked controls, UI and tutorial. Take control of an elite group of commandos who must venture deep into enemy territory and utilize their combined expertise to complete a series of notoriously demanding missions set in World War II. Go covert into various environments based on authentic World War II locations and lead your team of commandos against overwhelming odds, operate covertly and turn the tide of war."
This title will be released on the Switch in digital and physical form on 4th December. Did you play this classic back in the day? Will you be returning to it on the Nintendo Switch? Comment down below.
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I am not thinking that this is a Game to have good Controls on a Console :>
Kalypso has been busy.
Oh, we get this. But when I ask for a simple port of shadow tactics, nnooOOOOOoooo..
Before anyone starts - they’re a German company. The use of swasztikas in German media is a whole lot more controversial and IIRC was wholly banned until recently. Even now, the rules are that it must relate to “civic education, countering anti-constitutional activities, art and science, research and education, the coverage of historic and current events, or similar purposes".
I’ve never heard of this, so musta been under a rock when it originally released.... highly possible, I spent some time under a WoW rock and a SWG rock..
Cool, I play the Dreamcast version on Xbox years ago and like it so replaying this again for PC and Switch would be fantastic.
Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes!
Hopefully it'll have touch screen controls or the ability to plug in a keyboard and mouse
@Dm9982 I remember it being everywhere on gaming sites and magazines. I've never felt the urge to check it out, but I was aware enough of it.
I heard the PC remaster was terrible. Low expectations with this one.
Oooooh nice, fond memories of this game! But i am questioning if its playable with a controler instead of mouse/keyboard.
I played the original series back in the day on PC. It was a thrilling game with excellent graphics. It has a cinematic appeal films like "The Guns of Navarone". However... it is essentially a path finding puzzle (each character has their critical action), game. There might be 2 or 3 routes, once you've completed them it's got limited replayabity. I won't be double dipping even after many years.
Good to see your childhood dreams being brought to life.
Though, they should have released Destination Berlin as well. This one was way too easy. The only challenge was the mission Night of the Wolves. Else, stealth was more like an option than the norm.
One of my best games ever...
I don't know how it will works with controls.
In this game you need simultaneous movements from different characters.
That was easy with keyboard and mouse...
Will it works with joycons or joypad???
Wow, this takes me back! I remember playing this on PS2 and had no qualms with the controls at the time. Then again I also had no qualms with MGS3 controls either, so we'll see!
Wow I used to love this game! I hope it will be a good remaster as I will surely like to get it
I want this game now.
Commandos 2 is my favorite PC game, but the Remaster on pc was so buggy. I had to restart an entire level because the camera refused to follow my character inside buildings. Even with restarts and earlier saves, and this was on the latest patch
Wooow great memories with this one! It must be great to play it portable. It depends on the port, but it may be day one.
Old games like this are best on Switch IMO, playing them on a big TV or a high-end PC just feels a bit off these days, but on a portable it's nice.
Hope it has touchscreen support.
loved this but hated the voices they just grated after a while
I remember the game being way too hard for me back in 2001. It was one of those games that I knew many that liked it but for some reason for me I just couldn't get into it.
...not that I would be surprised to see a remaster of this game. Unlike other genres, this game was bound to come on the Switch sometime.
So disappointed this isn't the Capcom arcade Commando game from the 80s
I played this game many years ago on PC, and am so glad it is coming back. I look forward to showing my kids it.
Cool! Though not sure how it plays without a mouse... might buy the remaster on PC (already got the classic version on Steam).
Yes, buy it for sure! Played it for many hours on the PC!
@Azuris it's not. The PS2 version controlled like ass.
Enjoyed this back on PC! But surely you need a keyboard and mouse?
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