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Commandos: Origins

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 • 2025

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Quick resume

ALARM! You have been selected for a mission which will shape the fate of the entire world. Witness the very beginning of the legendary elite WWII force in Commandos: Origins. The long-awaited sequel to the Commandos series brings you right back to the foundation of the real-time tactics genre.

Global score

78/100

Genres

Strategy, Real Time Strategy (RTS)

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    Pros

    • Faithful to original commandos gameplay and atmosphere
    • Challenging and rewarding tactical stealth missions
    • Large, detailed maps with multiple approaches
    • Cooperative multiplayer with command mode
    • Strong nostalgic appeal for fans

    Cons

    • Technical bugs and performance issues at launch
    • Some linearity and restricted routes in missions
    • Lack of inventory and looting reduces depth
    • Animations and voice acting sometimes subpar
    • Soundtrack less memorable than previous titles

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Expression.

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    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
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    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      3

      "Players can choose different commandos and multiple ways to solve problems, but some missions have predetermined routes limiting full freedom."

    • Competence
      4

      "Game is challenging especially on veteran difficulty, requiring skillful planning and execution with punishment for mistakes."

    • Competition
      -3

      "Focus is on personal tactical challenge and puzzle solving rather than competing against others or leaderboards."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Players report long sessions and high engagement with missions taking multiple hours, showing strong attachment."

    • Cooperation
      3

      "Supports cooperative multiplayer with synchronized actions, encouraging teamwork to complete objectives."

    • Creativity
      3

      "Multiple ways to approach missions and use of command mode to coordinate actions fosters creative problem solving."

    • Domination
      -4

      "Gameplay emphasizes stealth, planning, and equal team participation rather than exerting superiority or power over others."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Strong nostalgic appeal and immersive WWII tactical gameplay provide escape from real life."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal desire and nostalgia rather than obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Players try different strategies and experiment with commandos’ abilities and mission approaches."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Maps are large with some exploration and side objectives, though some routes are linear and restricted."

    • Expression
      -2

      "Limited character customization; players mostly use predefined characters and aesthetics."

    • Fantasy
      -3

      "Grounded in realistic WWII scenarios and tactical stealth rather than imaginative or fictional fantasy."

    • Fellowship
      3

      "Community and cooperative play foster social connection and shared experiences."

    • Growth
      3

      "Players develop tactical skills and learn mission mechanics through challenging gameplay."

    • Health
      -5

      "Typical sedentary PC gaming experience without physical activity or rehab elements."

    • Idle
      -4

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during missions; not suited for idle or background play."

    • Intimacy
      2

      "Cooperative multiplayer and community interactions provide some social bonding beyond surface-level connections."

    • Leadership
      3

      "Players coordinate and lead multiple commandos’ actions strategically, especially in command mode."

    • Progression
      3

      "Players progress through missions and unlock abilities, though inventory and looting systems are simplified."

    • Relaxation
      1

      "While challenging, some players find satisfying flow and catharsis in executing plans successfully."

    • Sensation
      2

      "Enjoyable graphics, sound design, and tactical gameplay provide moderate sensory stimulation."

    • Status
      -3

      "Focus is on personal achievement and nostalgia rather than social recognition or popularity."

    • Story
      2

      "Includes some narrative elements and character interactions, but story is not deeply immersive or central."

    • Strategy
      5

      "Core gameplay revolves around tactical planning, problem solving, and strategic execution."

    • Thrill
      3

      "Tense stealth situations and risk of mission failure create suspense and excitement."

    • Value
      3

      "Players perceive good value in gameplay length, challenge, and nostalgic experience despite some bugs."

    • Violence
      3

      "Gameplay involves combat and stealth kills against enemies, enjoying tactical elimination."

    • Survival
      4

      "Players must avoid detection and failure, carefully managing resources and threats to survive missions."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026