Mech Commander 2

Robots that are supposed to be giant but are actually very small? And they smash lots of stuff? No, we?re not on the set of Mechagodzilla, we?re playing MechCommander 2. Should you?

Forty-ton metal monsters crashing down trees, through fences, and into buildings. It?s as fun as it sounds in MechCommander 2, the handsome and smoothly executed 3D sequel to the 1998 2D original.

In this real-time strategy game, you lead a band of mercenary Mech pilots who start out working for a shady colonel. Because you have just three to 12 Mechs on a mission?only so much weight can fit on a dropship?you must use them wisely and exercise close oversight. Luckily, this is a snap with the simple yet powerful controls?so simple, in fact, you hardcore RTSers may feel restless, though there?s lots of Mech-tweaking possibilities between missions to keep you busy.

The 3D world is nicely detailed, especially the enemy compounds brimming with buildings and defenses. The Mechs look impressive, too, but you can?t zoom in close enough for a really good look. Meanwhile, the voices of your Mech pilots keep the robotic action personal. Fans of giant robots and strategy games will enjoy stomping around in this one.

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