Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts

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6.7

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  1. abvolt1
    Nov 23, 2019
    10
    I preordered this game because I’ve played & own most of CIG games (SGW3 being my favorite) and I’m excited to say that this game has evolved substantially over previous offerings, this game has great replay value, maps are huge it plays and feels so smooth the world is beautiful which makes this shooter so immersive.

    SGWC offers five large sandboxes, each with five missions, and in    I preordered this game because I’ve played & own most of CIG games (SGW3 being my favorite) and I’m excited to say that this game has evolved substantially over previous offerings, this game has great replay value, maps are huge it plays and feels so smooth the world is beautiful which makes this shooter so immersive.

    SGWC offers five large sandboxes, each with five missions, and in these missions you're required to assassinate someone, though sometimes they require the retrieval of some object. It’s a stealth game at heart. So expect a stealth game with gloriously sniper gunplay.

    Importantly SGWC really feels tense when you play. Tension is at the heart of a good stealth game, and SGWC has it in spades. SGWC features both singleplayer campaign and multiplayer mode. I'll give this one a BUY so go get you're self a copy you won't regret it..    … Expand
  2. tomesilvery
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    Awesome! That's how SGW3 ought to looks like. AI is a bit strange though, sometimes too forgiving, but sometimes very harsh.
  3. zaboracki
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    Super. Gra ciekawa, dobra dynamika i charakter rozgrywki. Wybór broni i zadań na duży plus. Polecam chociaż raz zagrać każdemu.
  4. Konradp
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    Great game with very satisfying sniping experience with new aiming system. Very nice
  5. MasterOfDisaser
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    There are few ignoreable bugs but it's really nice sniping game. Worth to play.
  6. sergo2k
    Nov 23, 2019
    9
    Kurwa! Much better this time! MUCH better! Greetings from REAL Siberia!
    Totally worth that money
  7. sirocco16
    Nov 26, 2019
    10
    I really enjoy playing it. Improved AI, many ways of accomplishing - as a sniper, ghost and warrior. Possibility of developing your Seeker and unlocking new gadgets.
    And this price... Love it.
  8. DJ-Darko
    Nov 25, 2019
    10
    I like the complete series. I have the feeling, that they are getting better and better with each game they make. Its far not perfect, but for a CIG Game its good.
    What i like:
    -Only 30€ or as Key around 17-20€. If you see this it could be less or more. -Sniper Gameplay is just great. -A bit gore.(For me to less gore.Could be more) -Good Stealth Gameplay -If you dont want to do it    I like the complete series. I have the feeling, that they are getting better and better with each game they make. Its far not perfect, but for a CIG Game its good.
    What i like:
    -Only 30€ or as Key around 17-20€. If you see this it could be less or more.
    -Sniper Gameplay is just great.
    -A bit gore.(For me to less gore.Could be more)
    -Good Stealth Gameplay
    -If you dont want to do it stealth you can make it loud. For this there are some other weapons like AK.
    -You can throw stones to distract enemys or lure them.(I do not remember if it was in SGW3 aswell)

    What i not like:
    -Big Point is no Coop. I thought there was one in SGW3 but im not sure. I know there will be a multiplayer but i think this game does not need again multiplayer, because there is not so a big difference between SGW3 and Contracts in the graphics. My opinion is. They should make contracts to a single and coop game and forgett the multiplayer here. Instead they should improve the multiplayer at SGW3. If they have here again a multiplayer, they will split the small multiplayer base again. Than there are 3 Games which will be played in multiplayer. SGW2(which has the best MP for me. The Maps, the weapons and the glitches. It was a epic time. Yes no irony the map bugs on sarajevo or the jungle map was great so much more places to hide. But without the bugs the maps are still better than SGW3), SGW3 and Contracts. I have some friends in my friendlist they still play SGW2. One of them has nearly 3000 hours. And he will not switch to Contracts Multiplayer only because Contracts has now multiplayer. Than i have freinds they play SGW3 Multiplayer a lot. These do not need to switch to Contracts because SGW3 and Contracts look nearly the same. Long text i know. What i want to say. Do not make a multiplayer here instead of this make a coop and improve multiplayer in SGW3.
    -The anti cheat could be better(I know here is no MP at the moment but there are lot of hackers at the other 2 parts so they will be here too if they do not add a good anti cheat)!
    -No Openworld. Many guys like,that they are going back to a mission design an not a open world. But i liked the open world more. Here in that game i can live with it because it is a mix. My wish is that they make open world again in next game but improved. Bigger world with better design. It does not need to be so big like Ghost Recon Wildlands. But more different areas like Wildlands. I mean a mix here a snow area, there a jungle, there a mountain or rocky area, and somewhere a bigger city where you maybe could hide and shoot from a skyscraper. A big city would bring us a new way to kill people. Maybe you get the contract to search and kill someone in the city. That would be interesting if you get a picture of the person and a area where he is around or informations if someone saw him at a a specific building. Than you need to follow him. Find out If he is really that guy and try to kill him without beeing seen. I know something similar is here in that game, but not like i that.
    -Graphics. They are not so bad but no really improvement to SGW3.
    -The time they released the game. Its not the perfect time. At the moment many guys playing call of duty.    … Expand
  9. Kirnl
    Dec 7, 2019
    8
    Great game interesting mechanics only let down was the sometimes getting stuck on a ledge and not being able to walk over it.

    But overall couldn't put it down was a good fun.
  10. Chazz-Rabble
    Dec 2, 2019
    8
    I really like this game. The pacing is great. Took a little while to get used to the new sniping wind mechanics etc but once you've got it down it's a tonne of fun. Honestly I'm having much more fun with this game than any recent Call of Duty game. I think it's the fact that you can take your time and be sneaky that makes me like it much more. Each level has many different ways to approachI really like this game. The pacing is great. Took a little while to get used to the new sniping wind mechanics etc but once you've got it down it's a tonne of fun. Honestly I'm having much more fun with this game than any recent Call of Duty game. I think it's the fact that you can take your time and be sneaky that makes me like it much more. Each level has many different ways to approach the missions. Highly recommended to anyone who likes FPS games / Sniper games.… Expand
  11. Danisco
    Nov 24, 2019
    10
    I give a shot this game and it was great and better than previous sniper ghost warrior series btw I like SGW2

    graphics is great Ai is pretty fine but I played on the deadeye mode 5 challenging open-world there's also snipers and rival snipers(for bounty hunt) the funny moment put 5 trap mines, then let the target step it and boom lol and AWESOME BALLISTIC MASK The Future Is Now    I give a shot this game and it was great and better than previous sniper ghost warrior series btw I like SGW2

    graphics is great
    Ai is pretty fine but I played on the deadeye mode
    5 challenging open-world
    there's also snipers and rival snipers(for bounty hunt)
    the funny moment put 5 trap mines, then let the target step it and boom lol
    and AWESOME BALLISTIC MASK
    The Future Is Now Old Man!

    I hope they add more challenging open-world maps and new weapons and gadgets in this game

    Totally worth for money and you won't regret it.

    and ignore that magpie666    … Expand
  12. Mrsciana
    Nov 25, 2019
    10
    When CIG announced this game everybody thought that's gonna be the last nail in the coffin of this company. But now I realize this game is salvation for them.
    Great game, great price.
  13. garion1
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    The definitive sandbox sniper experience. Very satisfying game. Minor bugs that don't spoil the game. Would be great if you could switch off the wind indicator on the hardest dificulty. Made it too easy. I got over 50 hours achieving 100% on all maps and all Steam achievements.
  14. Sicker
    Dec 1, 2019
    8
    Well, I'm satisfied. Generally I bought this game for sniping experience, and I've got much more than wanted. Every next map gave bigger difficulty of shots, every location had many interesting places, and with my way "HS everyone" this game often was simply disgusting, yet satisfying. What was good for me, the game didn't lose in comparison with "Dark Souls" series or Monster Hunter:Well, I'm satisfied. Generally I bought this game for sniping experience, and I've got much more than wanted. Every next map gave bigger difficulty of shots, every location had many interesting places, and with my way "HS everyone" this game often was simply disgusting, yet satisfying. What was good for me, the game didn't lose in comparison with "Dark Souls" series or Monster Hunter: World in strategic way of clearing objectives. I played those games in a short period of time, and SGW was simply nice puzzle sometimes. Graphics good, too much intestines( but thats my opinion), cutscene after good shot is best.
    Disadvantages are in my opinion bugs, like important item disappearing (need to reload game), some challenges are contradictory (so completing every in a single run is a dream), and "skill tree" called development is in many cases like "every idea that comes to your mind". Symmetry is nice, but in case of development ideas should be practical. This is a sniping game, i don't see any purpose in leaving bombs behind me, or making explosions, or sneaking for 5 minutes to be spotted by some camera, or drone and "oh shi#!".
    And at the end of the game there's a surprise (on steam there's achievment "finish 24 contracts"), you might be left blank faced.
    As I said, for me it was "One man army" experience, and it felt good. Completing game without reading tutorials and thinking about development tree should take around 15 hours, but thats just first try looking into every pixel of the map.
    Afterwards I can see many possible development routes for this game, because its pretty realistic in my opinion. Maybe some events like time challenge available for a week with special guns to win?
    And some global tests with grades pinned to your account would be nice. Rankings, that's my must have in this game.
    Have fun    … Expand
  15. Flashpanther
    Dec 2, 2019
    9
    Not had so much fun since 'Crysis' or 'Hidden and Dangerous'. Kind of a mix between the two. Really has captured my attention. Requires some strategy and thinking, stealth is needed. Some reviews mention there is less emphasis on sniping and you feel like you need to just run into a battle, guns blazing. That is part of the game, to resist this and have patience to work out a strategy,Not had so much fun since 'Crysis' or 'Hidden and Dangerous'. Kind of a mix between the two. Really has captured my attention. Requires some strategy and thinking, stealth is needed. Some reviews mention there is less emphasis on sniping and you feel like you need to just run into a battle, guns blazing. That is part of the game, to resist this and have patience to work out a strategy, remain undetected. I didn't understand the money and contracts until my 3rd mission because I was that involved in the game. The money you accumulate can be used on a wealth of upgrades that increase your abilities, from drones to more advance moves, weapon upgrades to your mask upgrades. The mask plays a big part in the game giving you a technological advantage along with your suit (Crysis influenced). The mission video intros and well produced and add to the story. Give the game a little time and play with patience.... a real gem will be presented.… Expand
  16. RogalikR
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, love it! Playing with contrcts and without openworld is what im prefer. Cant wait for next chapter.
  17. Emaytch
    Jan 7, 2021
    9
    Really nice game. It's a true sniper game. I'm personally a 'sniper elite fan', but this one take in consideration the wind, which make the game more realistic, and harder. It has a 'hitman' mood.
    You have to fulfill contracts (obviously) and challenges through big map. You cannot rush into the game. You have to take your time and move sometime (it helps to make automatic save). Enjoy.
  18. rohit94
    Jun 4, 2021
    9
    Great Game play... Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 has disappointed me but this game satisfied me. Giving 9 Stars as Map is not Clear with where is bounty mission and other missions and also lots of confusions are there like how to unlock 3rd bullet slot. Unable to enter in a contract to complete leftover missions. After all Great Graphics and Great game play... Thanks
  19. DMHenry
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Very good game. Best of the genre for me. Challenging and realistic environment and puzzles and the gameplay and controls worked great. Inventory management and upgrades were a little wonky and could be better but still very usable. Great graphics and runs well.
  20. mistamiiDE
    Aug 13, 2023
    9
    SGW Contracts 1 is still a good stealth sniper game in 2023. Not too difficult but not too easy either. A good balance of difficulty to be challenged but also to have some relaxed fun and even for non-genre players well playable. The Skillsystem isn´t very challenging and weapon/Item selection is manageable but large enough for some variety in the approach to the contracts.

    The graphics    SGW Contracts 1 is still a good stealth sniper game in 2023. Not too difficult but not too easy either. A good balance of difficulty to be challenged but also to have some relaxed fun and even for non-genre players well playable. The Skillsystem isn´t very challenging and weapon/Item selection is manageable but large enough for some variety in the approach to the contracts.

    The graphics are really pretty and the performance is good, even in 2023. The only drawback of the CryEngine is the lack of anti-aliasing on objects that are more than 10 meters away. The optional challenges and collectibles, or optional bounty hunts per mission bring additional excitement and motivation to play a contract more then one time. I will definitly buy Contacts 2 at times.

    This game is currently worth a maximum of 15-20 EUR in 2023.    … Expand

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Player 2
    Mar 2, 2020
    75
    Contracts is a signal to the world that the Sniper Ghost Warrior franchise is no longer content on being a niche title. It is coming for the stealth big boys.
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  2. GameCritics
    Jan 13, 2020
    75
    At its core Sniper Ghost Warrior: Contracts is a challenging, but fundamentally well-balanced sniping FPS, but the mask was supposed to be the thing that empowered the character and made them more than a match for the armies they’re up against — I just can’t understand why the developers didn’t let me choose how to use it, rather than forcing annoying limits upon me.
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  3. 3DJuegos
    Dec 19, 2019
    65
    Sniper Ghost Warrior Contract’s action scenes and freeroamed maps are overshadowed but better action games, but it’s snipping mechanics are competent enough.
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