Sniper Elite

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Namco
  • Release Date: Oct 18, 2005
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
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  1. GameSpot
    74
    It's not for those with short attention spans, but patient players who aren't squeamish should enjoy Sniper Elite's tense and methodically paced action.
  2. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    70
    Wins points for originality, and the gameplay works well, but it lacks a compelling narrative (the disjointed mission objectives don't cut it), and it rarely made me feel as tense as I thought it should. [Nov 2005, p.117]
  3. Play Magazine
    70
    Elite excels at creating an atmosphere of paranoia and alienation... [Nov p.93]
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  5. Armchair Empire
    70
    If you’re a gamer with a very heavy interest in war games, and a ton of patience then Sniper Elite is a game worth checking out.
  6. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    70
    There's not quite enough freedom in the levels to find that perfect shot, but this is still a rewarding and enjoyably fresh sniper sim. [Nov 2006, p.135]
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  7. Pelit (Finland)
    69
    Much too static and scripted and requires unearthly patience. What is the point in stalking if no one does anything without the stalker doing something first? [Dec 2005]
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  8. DailyGame
    66
    Sniping can be cool, but this game finds a way to make it much more boring than it should be.
  9. Computer and Video Games
    60
    So while Sniper Elite is tense and fairly riveting, it's never exciting or completely satisfying. The game feels like a chore to play through and the concept is just too limited to be truly enjoyable. [PSW]

Awards & Rankings

67
#67 Best PS2 Game of 2005
85
#85 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2005
65
#65 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2005

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 53 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 53
  3. Negative: 5 out of 53
  1. Jimbob
    Aug 7, 2006
    10
    Best Coop i've played on a console. The game offers an endless supply of missions, granted a bit 'samey', in which 2 people Best Coop i've played on a console. The game offers an endless supply of missions, granted a bit 'samey', in which 2 people can easily progress through.… Full Review »
  2. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    6
    It's interesting, but lacks personality. The sniper mechanics were pretty good, but thats all.
  3. omerpc1
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    Best two player game I've played on game consoles. Legend with the atmosphere of the game and the use of music. The controls are a littleBest two player game I've played on game consoles. Legend with the atmosphere of the game and the use of music. The controls are a little difficult but you get used to it. The graphics are good for the year it was released. It will imprison you with its long and endless episodes. Play with your friend/brother for pleasant moments in split screen.… Full Review »
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