As a self confessed Russian nut and avid strategy fan, I had to get this game! And I’m so glad I did!

For those that have played any of the previous games, you’ll fit right in. Nothing major has changed. Quick word of warning though, if you buy it, unless you like the making of DVD’s, there’s no point getting the collectors edition really. The poster and free warhammer online item they seem keen to sell on the back of the box is also in the standard edition (I know, because I bought the standard one )

Of course, as soon as the  music boots up and that famous Red Alert music starts up, you’ll not stop yourself from smiling, espcially as it accompanies the obiligtory FMV to start the game.

Where to start? Probably with the FMV’s as I’ve mentioned them! The FMV’s are quite star studded this time around. Well so was C+C3: Tib Wars but these are quite higly regarded actors. Jonathon Pryce (Tomorrow Never Dies, Brazil), Tim Curry (Rocky Horror Picture Show) and J.K. Simmons (Spiderman 1, 2 and 3) all star in the FMV’s and add to the gameplay. Also the game contains some very attractive actresses which make the FMV’s easy on the eye These are also well acted in the cheesy C+C fashion. Don’t think think anyone can compare to James Earl Jones though when he was in Tiberian Sun

From Russia With Love....

Game play is very similiar to before. However all units now have a secondary function. Some are very useful, others are not. You’ll have to experiment with them to find the best combinations.

The new co commander aspect is very nice and not one I’ve got used to yet. The game can be played co-op online and via  anetwork and both of you can fight against the enemy. Hoever you can play single player and in which case, the computer controls the other commander. And they aren’t amazingly useless so it’s worth having them around. You can give them basic orders so they work nicely as a diversionary tactic. And it does pay to keep them safe and help them out, as they can very often help you out.

Graphics are still the comical kind of fashion as in RA2 which I agree in. C+C isn’t a serious strategy game really. The Tiberian ones (GDI Vs NOD) seem to be the more serious of the 2 series but regardless, this is a damn good play.

Auto patching is most welcome. Saves hunting for the patches online.

Overall if your after a good RTS to while away the hours, you cant go wrong with Red Alert 3. Another great title in the C+C series.