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Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Rogue Spear - Black Thorn
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Rogue Spear - Black ThornLead elite counter-terrorism operatives through intense tactical missions and multiplayer combat.
Warface
WarfaceJoin an elite squad of ex-army personnel to battle the ruthless Blackwood forces worldwide.
Overview
Description

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Rogue Spear - Black Thorn is a tactical first-person shooter that expands upon the acclaimed Rogue Spear universe. Players are thrust into high-stakes counter-terrorism operations featuring a gripping new single-player campaign and robust multiplayer options. Building upon the foundation of its predecessor, this standalone expansion introduces a variety of new weaponry, maps, and gameplay modes, including the unique Lone Wolf multiplayer mode. It challenges players to master strategic planning, precise execution, and careful team management to neutralize threats across diverse global locations.

Warface is an action-packed, team-based military shooter where players join a five-soldier squad to combat the global threat of Blackwood across dynamic missions. Master distinct class abilities and coordinate with your teammates to overcome daily-renewed missions spanning Regular, Skilled, and Hardcore difficulties. Engage in intense tactical combat across both thrilling Co-op campaigns and competitive Versus modes. Developed by industry veterans and published globally, Warface delivers relentless multiplayer action, strategic depth, and diverse combat scenarios for players seeking high-stakes military engagement.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Free
Category
First-Person Shooters
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Tactical shooter fans and strategy gamers
Tactical shooter fans and co-op gamers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Red Storm Entertainment
Crytek Kiev, Allods Team, MY.GAMES, Astrum Entertainment
publisher
Ubi Soft
Tencent Holdings, Trion Worlds, Microsoft Studios, Astrum Entertainment
age rating
ESRB M
PEGI 16, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
critic score
70/100+30%
54/100
General
release date
2001-10-31
2013-10-21
msrp
$0.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging new single-player missions with a compelling story
  • Exciting new multiplayer-only maps and modes like Lone Wolf
  • Diverse arsenal featuring 14 new weapons
  • Retains all the classic tactical game types from Rogue Spear
  • Engaging five-player cooperative missions
  • Dynamic daily-renewed content and locations
  • Multiple difficulty levels for varying skill ranges
  • Both PvE and PvP gameplay modes available
Cons
  • Graphics show their age by modern gaming standards
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers to tactical shooters
  • Limited to PC platform availability
  • Below-average critic score of 54 out of 100
  • Steep learning curve for newer players
  • Heavy reliance on team coordination
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The Verdict

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Rogue Spear delivers a classic, story‑driven tactical shooter for a one‑time price, while Warface offers free‑to‑play MMO‑style shooter with regular content updates but lower critical reception.

Key differences

  • Rogue Spear includes a dedicated single‑player campaign; Warface focuses on co‑op and PvP without a story mode.
  • Pricing: Rogue Spear is a paid one‑time purchase; Warface is free‑to‑play.
  • Critic scores differ markedly (70/100 vs 54/100).
  • Content refresh: Warface adds daily‑renewed missions; Rogue Spear’s content is static from 2001.
  • Multiplayer scope: Warface supports MMO‑scale co‑op and large PvP matches; Rogue Spear limits to traditional multiplayer maps.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Rogue Spear offers both a narrative single‑player and classic tactical modes, whereas Warface lacks a campaign.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Rogue Spear - Black Thorn

Platform availability

Both are listed only for PC; no other platforms are specified for either.

Tie

Price & value

Warface is free, providing access without upfront cost; Rogue Spear requires purchase.

Warface

Multiplayer / co‑op

Warface includes co‑op, MMO‑style matches and daily content; Rogue Spear offers traditional multiplayer only.

Warface

Content & replayability

Warface refreshes missions daily, extending longevity; Rogue Spear’s nine missions are fixed.

Warface

Difficulty & accessibility

Both note steep learning curves for newcomers.

Tie

Graphics & performance

Warface, released 2013, has newer graphics than Rogue Spear’s 2001 engine, which is described as aged.

Warface

Choose Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Rogue Spear - Black Thorn if…

Buyers who want a complete single‑player story and classic tactical gameplay, and don’t mind paying once.

Choose Warface if…

Buyers who prefer free access, frequent new content, and larger co‑op/PvP communities.

Common questions

Is there any cost to start playing Warface?

No, Warface is free‑to‑play (MSRP $0.00).

Does Rogue Spear receive new content after release?

No, its content is limited to the nine single‑player missions and six multiplayer maps released in 2001.

Which game has better critical reception?

Rogue Spear has a higher critic score (70/100) compared to Warface (54/100).