Welcome to Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2, the 2000 RTS classic from Westwood Studios where you’ll master the art of war. You'll command powerful armies, build sprawling bases, and engage in epic battles across the globe, from the snowy plains of Siberia to the bustling streets of Washington D.C. Whether you're leading the technologically advanced Allies or the formidable Soviet Union, your goal is to crush your enemy through strategic unit deployment and base management.
This guide is your essential companion to conquering Red Alert 2. We’ve compiled detailed walkthroughs for the campaign, offering insights into every mission. You’ll find comprehensive FAQs covering everything from unit breakdowns, like the versatile IFV, to advanced tactics for both campaign and skirmish modes. Get ready to dominate the battlefield.
Units
Explore the units of Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2. Learn about the Allied and Soviet factions, their strengths, weaknesses, and how to deploy them effectively in battle.
This guide provides an overview of the units available in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2. Players can choose to command either the Allied or Soviet factions, each with their own unique set of units and strategic advantages.
- Allied Units: Details on the diverse range of Allied forces, including infantry, vehicles, aircraft, and naval units.
- Soviet Units: Information on the powerful and often brute-force Soviet units, from their iconic tanks to their specialized infantry.
- Faction Strengths and Weaknesses: An analysis of the strategic differences between the Allies and Soviets, helping players choose the right faction for their playstyle.
GI Soldier
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2 GI Soldier details. Learn about their .50 Caliber Machinegun and garrison abilities.
The GI Soldier is a well-trained infantryman in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2. He is equipped with a powerful .50 Caliber Machinegun and is more than a match for the Russian Conscript. The GI Soldier can deploy his machinegun and hold his ground. Alternatively, you can place him in a building (like the McBurger Kong in the first missions) to garrison (station) him. When garrisoned, the GI Soldier will stay in the building and fire at anything that passes, adding to strategic planning. This is handy as your infantrymen can take potshots at enemy forces, weakening them before they reach your base. They are not too expensive.
- Do not overlook the GI Soldiers; they are a valuable unit.
- Garrison GI Soldiers in buildings to create defensive strongpoints that weaken approaching enemies.
- GI Soldiers are effective against Russian Conscripts.
Weapon: .50 Caliber Machinegun
Attack Dog
Learn about the Attack Dog in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2, an infantry killer that can sniff out spies and defend your base.
Attack Dogs are described as infantry killing machines capable of defeating even Tanya with a single attack. They are notably faster than most other infantry units. A key ability of the Attack Dog is its capacity to sniff out spies, particularly when facing the Allied faction or playing the Unholy Alliance (a specific game mode or expansion). It is recommended to keep Attack Dogs within your base to defend against Engineers attempting to capture buildings. One instance is recalled where an Engineer captured a Power Plant before being eliminated, highlighting the importance of base defense against such threats.
- Always keep some Attack Dogs in your base for defense.
- Attack Dogs are effective against Engineers trying to capture buildings.
- Use Attack Dogs to counter enemy spies.
- Their speed makes them useful for quick responses to threats.
Rocketeer
Learn how to use Rocketeers in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2 to counter Soviet heavy tank assaults. Their Light Machinegun is good help.
Rocketeers in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2 are similar to Jump Jet infantry but are considered cooler. Their primary use is to weaken approaching attack forces, particularly the heavy tank assaults often sent by the Soviets. Deploying a dozen Rocketeers can destroy half of an incoming heavy tank force before it reaches your base.
- Rocketeers are most useful for softening up large Soviet heavy tank assaults.
- While their Light Machinegun weapon isn't considered impressive on its own, they provide good support.
Weapon: Light Machinegun
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