Tripwire Interactive has today announced a Game of the Year Edition for their gritty World War 2 realistic shooter Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad. Featuring all new content plus a large update fixing a range of problems, this update is absolutely free to anyone who owns or purchases the game.

Polish up your rifles and grab some ammo - the Game of the Year Edition for Red Orchestra 2 has just been released!

• "Action" mode - Featuring a crosshair, easier aiming and toned down recoil, reduced damage and open access to a wide range of weaponry Action mode is the perfect first step for players into the world of Red Orchestra.
  
• "Classic" mode blends the gameplay innovations of the new game with the tactical and edgy gameplay of the original giving the fans of the first game exactly what they want.
  
• Mamayev Kurgan - complete new map, featuring both close-quarters battles in trenches and bunkers, as well as longer ranged combat across the famous hill in Stalingrad
  
• Refined and improved gameplay across the board, vehicle improvements, and way better performance and polish. We listened to the community and based on their feedback refined and tweaked almost every major feature in the game!

If you haven't yet purchased a copy, the Standard Edition is available for $9.99 on Steam, or you can purchase the Digital Deluxe edition for $12.49, however prices are only like this until Monday so get in quick!

Check out the trailer below detailing all of the new content available in the GOTY edition, and for those eager to try the game can participate in the free weekend, giving you a taste of the ultra-realistic shooter in action.