Commandos: Origins – Shadows over Crete DLC takes you to the war-torn island of Crete in the aftermath of Operation Mercury, the first large-scale airborne invasion of WWII. Lead your elite squad in challenging guerrilla missions to support the Cretan resistance against German occupation.
Gameplay
Take control of a skilled team of Commandos, each with unique abilities, as you navigate through four intense missions. Plan your approach carefully, using stealth, sabotage, and tactical combat to outmaneuver enemy forces. The new German paratrooper units act as quick-response teams, adding an extra layer of challenge. Work with the resistance to complete objectives while avoiding detection in beautifully recreated landscapes.
Story
Following the devastating Battle of Crete, the island is under German control, and the Allied forces are in retreat. The Commandos are deployed to assist the local resistance, led by the determined Eleni Andris, in striking back against the Axis occupiers. Through sabotage, espionage, and guerrilla warfare, your squad must turn the tide in a seemingly hopeless fight.
Key Features
- 4-mission campaign – Experience a fully-voiced story set in the aftermath of Operation Mercury. New enemy type – Face German paratroopers, who act as quick-response reinforcements.
- Authentic setting – Explore meticulously crafted landscapes of Crete, from coastlines to war-torn villages.
- Guerrilla tactics – Use sabotage, stealth, and teamwork to undermine the German occupation.
- Elite squad gameplay – Command specialized operatives, each with unique skills, to complete objectives.