said, I’m pretty sure adding in
more substantial puzzle elements
might’ve peeved those looking for
a more straightforward shooter, so
it’s probably for the best. Fantastic
level design keeps things plenty
interesting anyway, and each level is
packed with secrets to uncover and
collectibles to hoard.
It all looks and sounds great too,
and id’s Tech 5 engine really is a
lovely thing. It’s a pity it’s locked
to Bethesda titles, because I’d
love to see what people could do
with it, were it opened up to more
developers. There’s an incredible
sense of detail and more than a few
awe-inspiring moments in the game.
I’ve battled to find anything
worth complaining about in
Wolfenstein: The New Order. It feels
so purposefully put together, like
such a well-executed design that
any flaws it may have are so easy
to ignore, especially when you’re
as predisposed towards loving
anything bearing the Wolfenstein
name as I am. It’s a remarkably
smart shooter, one that knows
exactly where it comes from and
what it wants to be. It takes itself
seriously, but it’s also clearly aware
of how ridiculous it actually is. I love
it, and you should be playing it right
now. You know you want to.
[ Dane Remendes ]
Would you buy it?
I’d buy it several times.
Wolfenstein: The New
Order is my favourite
game of the year so far.
The Score
9.3/10
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