Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead

Three years after the conflict in Chernarus, portrayed in the original Arma 2, a new flashpoint explodes in the Green Sea Region. Coalition forces led by the US Army are deployed to Takistan to quickly restore peace and prevent further civilian casualties.

Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead is a simulation, military and action game developed and published by Bohemia Interactive.
Released on June 29th 2010 is available only on Windows in 8 languages: English, Czech, French, Italian, Spanish - Spain, German, Polish and Russian.

It has received 22,048 reviews of which 20,382 were positive and 1,666 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. šŸ˜

The game is currently priced at 2.99ā‚¬ on Steam and has a 80% discount.

The Steam community has classified Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead into these genres:

Simulation Military Action Multiplayer Tactical Realistic Strategy Shooter FPS Open World War Moddable Co-op Sandbox Team-Based First-Person Singleplayer Modern Difficult Third Person

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Requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • OS *: Windows XP or Windows Vista
  • Processor: Intel Core 2.4 GHz or AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.5 GHz
  • Memory: 1GB
  • Graphics: Nvidia Geforce 8600GT or ATI Radeon 3650 or faster with Shader Model 3 and 512 MB VRAM
  • DirectXĀ®: DirectX 9.0c
  • Hard Drive: 10 GB free space

Reviews

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Dec. 2024
Dude i swear to fucking god they keep constantly changing the Game backgrounds in the library, i swear they are!! I'M NOT CRAZY!! (anyway good game, very fun when theres people actually playing and pretty worth it for the DayZ mod too.)
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Nov. 2024
Unironically has the best modded and competent AI compared to A3 it's not even funny. COSLX with Wolfpack Realistic AI highly recommended when re-visiting this classic.
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Sept. 2024
Best military simulation. The addons are bit difficult to find now since it is an old game but totally worth it.
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Sept. 2024
Though this game is older, I play it more than most. The level editor is the shit. The mods that still exist make this game endless fun.
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July 2024
Certified hood classic The game is known for its realistic portrayal of military operations. Players experience a detailed and immersive combat environment with accurate weaponry, vehicles, and tactics, emphasizes strategic planning and situational awareness. The multiplayer community is dedicated, often organizing large-scale military operations. Game features complex controls and mechanics, requiring time and patience to master. New players may find the learning curve steep but rewarding. On other side: Even on modern hardware, the game can suffer from performance problems, including low frame rates, long loading times, and occasional crashes. The game engine is demanding and not fully optimized(Also you can download demo version to benchmark).Multiplayer sessions can suffer from connectivity issues, including lag and desynchronization. These problems can be frustrating during large-scale operations or cooperative missions. While the modding community adds significant value, the reliance on mods for improved content and functionality can be seen as a drawback. Finding, installing, and managing mods can be cumbersome for some players.(DayZ goated tho) Despite everything, Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead remains a unique and engaging experience for those who appreciate its realistic approach to military simulation.
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Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead
-80% 14.99ā‚¬ 2.99ā‚¬
9.0
20,382
1,666
Online players
131
Developer
Bohemia Interactive
Publisher
Bohemia Interactive
Release 29 Jun 2010
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