Review: Company of Heroes 2 - A Refreshing but Challenging Experience

Company of Heroes 2, the latest expansion to the popular real-time strategy game series, brings with it a new level of challenge and replayability that is both refreshing and frustrating at times. One of the most notable features of this expansion is the ability to attempt missions multiple times without penalty, which is a departure from traditional RTS games where failure often results in restarting from scratch.

However, while this freedom can be liberating, it also means that each of your three companies has limited strength, and undertaking military actions will deplete their numbers. This attrition system can be heavy-handed at times, leading to frustration when you find yourself unable to progress due to the loss of too many troops.

As I began my review, I found myself struggling to make progress through the early missions, and it wasn't until I replayed earlier levels that I started to get a feel for the game's mechanics. This replayability is one of the expansion's strongest features, as it allows players to experiment with different strategies and learn from their mistakes.

However, this approach can also lead to a sense of repetition, as you may find yourself repeating the same mission multiple times in order to progress. And, just like in XCOM, there are moments where you'll reach a point in Ardennes Assault where it seems impossible to progress, leaving you with little choice but to restart.

Overall, Company of Heroes 2 is a challenging and refreshing experience that offers plenty of replayability. While the attrition system can be frustrating at times, the ability to experiment with different strategies and learn from your mistakes makes up for it. With its dynamic mission structure and high level of difficulty, this expansion is sure to appeal to fans of the series and newcomers alike.

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