Command & Conquer: Generals - Zero Hour

Command & Conquer: Generals Expansion Pack

Release Date: September 22, 2003

Strategy, science fiction, RTS, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet, LAN

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An official expansion for the strategy game Command & Conquer: Generals developed by EA Los Angeles (previously known as EA Pacific). The expansion continues the story from the base game and features 3 new campaigns, each consisting of 5 missions for each side of the conflict. There are new varied tasks to complete, from naval combat to enemy base infiltration. The expansion introduces new buildings (e.g.

The first offcial expansion pack to the real-time strategy game, Command & Conquer: Generals. It offers an enhanced graphic engine (better weather effect and blasts) and three new campaigns, one for each side of the conflict, which consist of 15 missions in total. The new missions pose completely new challenges, such as destroying American fleet on the Mediterranean Sea, infiltrate the American intelligence building, destroy spy channels in Cairo, or capture a mass-destruction weapon.

Generals Challenge is a new mode thanks to which we will face nine new armies controlled by nine computer-controlled generals using different tactics. We can also lead the armies of these generals in the Skirmish mode and the multiplayer mode with other players.

The expansion also introduces several new units. For example, Americans receive a U.S. Specter Gunship combat helicopter, while the GLA gets combat motorcycles. There are also new buildings (China gets Internet Center, for instance) and improvements, such as American Hellfire missiles and chemical suits. The add-on also offers a new School of Combat which aim is to increase the leading capabilities of the players and awarding them new medals for defeating the opposing generals.

The add-on requires that Command & Conquer: Generals installed.

Last updated on August 14, 2015

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The main pros of the game

Nostalgia and Classic Appeal: Many users express a strong emotional connection to the game, recalling fond memories from their childhood and appreciating its status as a classic RTS title.
Engaging Gameplay: The game is praised for its fun and challenging gameplay, especially in campaign and challenge modes. Users enjoy the strategic depth and variety of armies available.
Active Modding Community: There is a vibrant community that creates mods, adding new content and enhancing gameplay, which keeps the experience fresh.
Multiple Factions: Players appreciate the choice of factions (USA, China, GLA) and their unique units, which adds to the strategic variety.
Skirmish Mode: The skirmish mode is highlighted as an entertaining way to command the battlefield without needing to engage in long campaigns.

The main cons of the game

Poor AI Difficulty: Several users mention that the AI is too easy to defeat once players discover effective strategies, reducing the challenge.
Technical Issues: Users report frequent crashes, poor hardware support, and problems launching the game, requiring external fixes and patches to run properly.
Outdated Multiplayer Support: The original EA servers are shut down, necessitating the use of community-run servers, which some find inconvenient or difficult to set up.
Graphics and Performance Issues: Players note that the graphics are outdated and do not scale well on modern widescreens, with many experiencing frame drops and performance issues even on capable hardware.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Lack of Modernization: Users feel that the game could benefit from updates or a remaster to fix bugs, improve performance, and modernize the experience (e.g., adding achievements).
In-Game Spanish Voiceovers: Despite claims of Spanish voiceovers in the expansion, users report that these are missing, and subtitles are often cut off.
Improved Multiplayer Setup: There is a desire for a more straightforward method to set up multiplayer matches with friends, as the current process is seen as cumbersome.
User-Created Map Support: Players express frustration with the limitations on saving and loading user-created maps, which often lead to errors or missing content.

Summary

Overall, while Command & Conquer Generals Zero Hour is celebrated for its nostalgic value and engaging gameplay, it suffers from technical issues, outdated support, and a need for modernization that many players hope will be addressed in the future.

Summary generated on: November 25, 2024