Company of Heroes 2: Ardennes Assault Trailer

The release of Company of Heroes 2: Ardennes Assault in 2015 was met with a mix of excitement and disappointment from fans. While it addressed some of the issues that plagued the original game, it also introduced new problems that left players feeling frustrated.

One of the biggest criticisms of the game was its repetition of faction design directions from the first installment. The lack of innovation in this regard made it seem like the developers had given up on the setting and were instead focusing on churning out content quickly. This feeling was exacerbated by the pivot away from the Eastern Front and back to the Western Front, which many fans felt was a step backwards.

Another issue that plagued Company of Heroes 2 was its lack of enforcement or system for dealing with AFKers, cheaters, griefers, and early leavers in multiplayer mode. This led to a toxic environment where players were frequently disconnected from matches or left stuck in limbo due to the game's matchmaking issues.

The Soviet singleplayer campaign and co-op content received lukewarm reception at best, with many fans feeling that it was lackluster and unengaging. The balance of these features was also a major issue, as it seemed like Relic had abandoned their community-driven approach to game development.

Perhaps the most egregious error on the part of Relic was the introduction of a commander system where individual commanders were locked behind grinding or microtransactions (MTX). This felt like a blatant attempt to nickel-and-dime players for additional content, and many fans felt betrayed by this move.

Finally, the multiplayer mode was plagued by bugs, crashes, and disconnects, particularly with regards to matchmaking. This led to a poor player experience that was frustrating and often unplayable.

It seems clear that Relic has taken these criticisms to heart and is working to avoid similar issues in their future games. With the release of Company of Heroes 3, it will be interesting to see how they have addressed these concerns and whether or not they have learned from their mistakes.

Company of heroes 2: ardennes assault trailer