A Return to the Real-Time Tactics That Defined a Genre
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“Commandos: Origins”, the eagerly awaited addition to the legendary Commandos series, launched today, April 9, 2025. This title brings players back to the roots of the real-time tactics genre, highlighting the inception of the elite WWII unit renowned for undertaking missions too perilous for others.
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Meet the Elite Unit That Started It All
In Commandos: Origins, players step into the boots of Jack O’Hara, the Green Beret, and his five comrades as they form the infamous team destined to impact the most critical moments of the war. The game emphasizes a blend of stealth and strategic destruction, requiring players to utilize each commando’s unique skillset effectively.
Missions Across the Globe
The gameplay spans various historically inspired locations—from the Arctic’s icy expanses to the deserts of Africa. These environments challenge players to adapt their tactics, offering more than 10 missions packed with core and optional objectives. Whether it’s covert sabotage or daring rescue ops, the interactive levels ensure no two missions play the same.
Co-op Tactical Gameplay
Commandos: Origins also features a 2-player cooperative multiplayer mode, available online or via local split-screen. Friends can join forces to execute perfectly timed strategies and outwit the enemy together, adding a layer of collaboration to the game’s core tactical mechanics.
Commandos: Origins – Game Info
Commandos: Origins
Release Date: 9 April, 2025
Genre: Strategy, Tactical, Real-Time Tactics
Developer: Claymore Game Studios
Publisher: Kalypso Media
Platforms: Steam (PC), Consoles TBA
The Verdict
Commandos: Origins brings the series back to its tactical roots with squad planning, stealth, and historically themed missions while updating the presentation and controls for modern platforms.
Written by Ronny Fiksdahl, Founder & Editor-in-Chief at Fix Gaming Channel.
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