The limited number of phrases that each commando utters can become repetitive and annoying. The rumble of tanks, the slice of a knife, the bang of a gun and the spring of the sapper's bear trap all meld to form a decent soundscape. Still, the good looks so good that it is hard to fault it for some tiny details. This can make it difficult to spot your men, especially in areas with heavy foliage. The game's overhead view and your team's ability to scan the landscape for Nazis force the characters presented in Commandos to be very small. The decay and destruction of World War II also leave their marks on the terrain. Trees, snow, rocks, flowing water and other organic scenery comprise most of the background. Each level contains many intricate details. By the time you finally stop, it is time to get out of bed. It is the kind of game that tricks you into playing it until the wee hours of the morning.
Commandos: Behind Enemy Lines is an addictive, well-produced game.
