Brothers in Arms: Double Time vs Hidden & Dangerous 2
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Brothers in Arms: Double Time bundles the first two Road to Hill 30 and Earned in Blood campaigns into a single Mac title, delivering 31 levels set during the Battle of Normandy. The game emphasizes realistic squad tactics and historical authenticity while using motion‑sensing controls for issuing commands.
Hidden & Dangerous 2 puts you in command of an elite WWII squad, blending intense firefights with meticulous stealth tactics. Lead your team through diverse missions across Europe, using authentic weapons and period‑accurate environments. The game offers both a gripping single‑player campaign and robust multiplayer modes, including co‑op missions that demand coordination and strategic planning, delivering a rich historical warfare experience.
- Authentic WWII setting
- Comprehensive two‑game compilation
- Motion‑controlled squad commands
- Strong tactical depth
- Deep tactical squad control
- Authentic WWII weapons and settings
- Robust co‑op and multiplayer options
- Highly replayable mission design
- No multiplayer mode despite listing
- Limited platform support (Mac only)
- Mixed critical reception (50/100 score)
- Aged graphics compared to modern titles
- Steep learning curve for new players
- Occasional AI pathfinding glitches
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The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataHidden & Dangerous 2 offers richer multiplayer/co‑op and higher critical acclaim, while Brothers in Arms: Double Time provides a two‑campaign compilation but lacks multiplayer and scores lower.
Key differences
- •Multiplayer: HD2 supports up to 16‑player co‑op/multiplayer; Double Time lists multiplayer but actually has none.
- •Content volume: Double Time bundles two full campaigns; HD2 has a single campaign but with unlockable gear and varied missions.
- •Critical reception: HD2 86/100 vs Double Time 50/100.
- •Platform: HD2 is Mac‑only; HD2 runs on Windows (implied by original release) while Double Time is Mac‑only.
- •Control scheme: Double Time uses Wii Remote motion controls; HD2 uses standard PC controls.
Gameplay & fun factor
HD2 praised for deep tactical squad control and varied missions (Critic 86) versus Double Time's mixed reception (50).
Platform availability
HD2 runs on Windows (original 2003 PC release) and likely modern PCs; Double Time is Mac‑only.
Price & value
Both priced at $29.99; value differs by content and features but price identical.
Multiplayer / co‑op
HD2 offers single‑player, co‑op and up to 16‑player multiplayer; Double Time has no functional multiplayer.
Content & replayability
Double Time includes two full campaigns; HD2 has one campaign but with unlockables and varied mission design.
Difficulty & accessibility
HD2 noted steep learning curve; Double Time uses motion controls which may be easier for casual players.
Graphics & performance
Double Time released later (2008) on newer hardware; HD2’s graphics are aged (2003).
Choose Brothers in Arms: Double Time if…
Buyers wanting two classic WWII campaigns on Mac and prefer motion‑controlled squad commands.
Choose Hidden & Dangerous 2 if…
Buyers seeking robust multiplayer, higher critical quality, and PC compatibility.
Common questions
Do both games support multiplayer?
Hidden & Dangerous 2 supports up to 16 players; Double Time lists multiplayer but actually offers only single‑player.
Is the price the same for both titles?
Yes, each is priced at $29.99.
Which game has better critical reviews?
Hidden & Dangerous 2 has a critic score of 86/100, while Double Time scores 50/100.