A fan-developed browser version of Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2, known as RedAlert2, has emerged as a unique endeavor to replicate the classic RTS game. The project was first launched in October 2020 and has been under continual development since.
Project Features and Goals
RedAlert2 aims to achieve feature parity with its original engine, including functionalities such as leaderboards and cross-platform play for both Android and iPhone users. Developed by the solo programmer usestrict, who is also known as El Presidente in the project's Discord community, the effort serves as an experiment to demonstrate the feasibility of running a comprehensive RTS within a browser.
- The project launched in pre-alpha in 2020 and is still evolving.
- It supports cross-platform play with mobile devices.
- Users can import original game files to enhance authenticity.
Although still in development, this initiative offers a modest yet meaningful multiplayer experience as single-player functionalities are expanded.
Community and Engagement
RedAlert2 has caught the interest of a growing community, with a Discord server exceeding 17,000 members. Players like Milk have notably excelled, leading ranked play. The game is free to access, with voluntary donations accepted on the ChronoDivide page, making it an enticing option for enthusiasts eager to revisit Red Alert 2's strategic gameplay.
The project signals both the enduring appeal of the classic game and the potential for browser-based RTSs, suggesting more possibilities as development continues on this engaging and innovative platform.
