There’s also the opportunity to approach the standard levels in a variety of ways, just as was the case in the previous game. The New Colossus also manages to keep the action fresh with a new mechanic, whether that be environmental factors such as heat or the chance to ride a fire-breathing robot dog through a Nazi-controlled town, being added once every few levels. You can always go back to the one life, game over if you die, difficulty for your second playthrough. Don’t be afraid to turn the difficulty down if you’re struggling because the pace of the game when you’re powerful is thrilling. The game poses quite a challenge as well, with the enemies being more than happy to fight on the front foot, hunting you down if you hide and overwhelming you in groups. The way you can sprint through levels, chaining kills as you go, is reminiscent of Bethesda’s recent Doom reboot and Wolfenstein II is just as disturbingly brutal. is able to snap necks and remove limbs from bodies at a stunning pace.
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Picking up an enemy mech’s laser cannon and unloading at a room full of Nazi soldiers is immense fun.Īlso, since Blazkowicz is unable to stand up in the game’s early moments, concessions are made that make him even faster and more unstoppable than before. There’s the standard selection of pistols, machine guns, and shotguns, but the Nazi tech weapons, such as laser rifles that disintegrate enemies, are the standout. The shooting still feels satisfying though thanks to the sound and power of the game’s arsenal. It’s fluid and light, with only the huge heavy weapons slowing B.J down. The gunplay itself remains largely unchanged. What you’ll spend most of that time doing, however, is killing Nazis and it is as insane and fun as you’d expect. There is no filler and The New Colossus’ unique personality shines throughout its more than respectable ten to twelve hour running time. Some of the scenes along the way will be hard to forget as well, with one, in particular, being intense, compelling, and perfectly written and performed. From crocodiles in the flooded Manhattan Subway to trips to unexpected locations, the adventure is thrilling. Wolfenstein II’s world and the story Machine Games tells is ludicrous but immensely fun throughout. Their escapades and general personalities make for both hilarious and heartfelt moments that break up the Nazi killing action, making for a perfectly paced shooter. They’re a wonderful band of misfits that have created a family of sorts in their new, twisted world. There are a few new characters added to the mix as well, including a Nazi defector who wants nothing more than to be known as something other than a Nazi, and a sniper who loves shooting bad-guys to the sound of jazz clarinet. Blazkowicz himself is struggling mentally, worrying about how his impending death will affect his partner Anya and the twins they are expecting, Fergus is attempting to come to terms with an unruly robotic arm, yet is still loud and confrontational, and Maz Hass is still around to help and frustrate in equal measure.
The emotional and genuinely laugh-out-loud moments could feel out of place at times, occasionally making The New Colossus seem tonally confused, but the strength of the unique characters and the impeccable voice acting make those moments vital to the tale. It may sound like a rather generic alternate history story about defeating the Nazis but Wolfenstein II has more heart and humor than any other first-person shooter this generation. Once he escapes, he is reunited with his crew of revolutionists as they attempt to team up with other groups to infiltrate the Nazis and provoke an uprising from the American people who have been forced to accept the ways of their new government. Blazkowicz crippled, dying, and captured by Irene Engel, one of the series’ main antagonists. The New Colossus picks up soon after the point where The New Order finished, with B.J.
Does a game with a story to tell, with writing, characters, music, and a fascinating setting that promote particular emotions at precise moments still attract those that love loot and constantly shifting personal targets? With Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus, Machine Games has showcased everything that is great about single-player titles by creating an interesting world, telling a cinematic story about unique characters, and making it an absolute joy to play. In a year when the first-person shooter genre has been dominated by an ever-evolving, multi-player focused world, some questioned the need for more linear, narrative-focused adventures. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus on PlayStation 4