Rising Storm 2: Vietnam similar games & best alternatives

Rising Storm 2: Vietnam

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2017

Should you play it?

Red Orchestra Series' take on Vietnam: 64-player MP matches; 20+ maps; US Army & Marines, PAVN/NVA, NLF/VC; Australians and ARVN forces; 50+ weapons; 4 flyable helicopters; mines, traps and tunnels; Brutal. Authentic. Gritty. Character customization. And napalm in the morning.

What works
  • Realistic and immersive vietnam war atmosphere
  • High skill ceiling with rewarding tactical gameplay
  • Strong emphasis on teamwork and leadership roles
  • No pay-to-win mechanics, cosmetic-only dlc
  • Active community and mod support
Things to keep in mind
  • Small player base and limited official maps
  • Occasional bugs and technical issues
  • Steep learning curve may deter casual players
  • Some toxic behavior in community
  • Limited vehicle variety (mostly helicopters)

What to play next

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Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Isonzo

  • Tannenberg

  • Hell Let Loose

  • Arma 3

  • Foxhole

  • WARNO

  • Ready or Not

  • Delta Force 2

  • Battle Cry of Freedom
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Delta Force 2

  • Delta Force — Black Hawk Down: Team Sabre

  • Falcon 4.0
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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Rising Storm 2: Vietnam: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Status, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Relaxation.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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  • Fantasy

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  • Relaxation

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