Wolfenstein: The New Order

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  1. sm00nie
    May 21, 2014
    10
    Gameplay is very solid and it also has a great story. I was REALLY looking forward to advancing just to get to the next story cinematic. The music is insanely good and really enhances the experience. I did not expect to enjoy it as much as I did -- I'm glad I picked it up :).
  2. Enforcer122
    May 21, 2014
    9
    What an excellent game. Not by any means perfect, but this game has done something for me what no other game has done for years. When I put down the controller, I wanted to immediately pick it back up and start playing again. The combat system is a dream, mixing steal with action has honestly never been so entertaining. The weapons selection system is a little annoying at times though. AnWhat an excellent game. Not by any means perfect, but this game has done something for me what no other game has done for years. When I put down the controller, I wanted to immediately pick it back up and start playing again. The combat system is a dream, mixing steal with action has honestly never been so entertaining. The weapons selection system is a little annoying at times though. An actually very deep story, at times a little whacky, but all in all it delivers and kept me interested throughout. The pacing of the game is also brilliant, never once did it feel samey or like a slug fest. Combat is always varied, unpredictable and most importantly... Fun! 9/10.… Expand
  3. nprendergast189
    May 21, 2014
    8
    Wolfenstein the new order is what I describe a a solid FPS game. Its story is deep, gameplay mechanics well thought through and graphics and voice acting are great. The story is based on alternate history but is grounded in the bases of truth.
    Downsides to the game can take you out of the experience such as the AI during a stealth area will be oblivious to screams or dead bodies of    Wolfenstein the new order is what I describe a a solid FPS game. Its story is deep, gameplay mechanics well thought through and graphics and voice acting are great. The story is based on alternate history but is grounded in the bases of truth.
    Downsides to the game can take you out of the experience such as the AI during a stealth area will be oblivious to screams or dead bodies of comrades. also constantly pressing action button to pick up ammo and armour can be come futile as they are in huge supply everywhere and you seem to constantly tap it running round.

    Overall Wolfenstien is a great game i thoroghly enjoyed going back to roots of FPS in WW2 but not making us land on Normandy beaches for the 100000th time.    … Expand
  4. xtlatency
    May 21, 2014
    10
    Outstanding game. Awesome graphics, awesome music and the soundtrack for event is really well done. I've finished the game in 16 hours and I didn't collect all the things to collect. I will for sure play all again with the different storyline and I will collect everything. The story is amazing. Who would have tough about the Nazi in the 60's... It's super fun with the dual handling gunsOutstanding game. Awesome graphics, awesome music and the soundtrack for event is really well done. I've finished the game in 16 hours and I didn't collect all the things to collect. I will for sure play all again with the different storyline and I will collect everything. The story is amazing. Who would have tough about the Nazi in the 60's... It's super fun with the dual handling guns and to kill nazi's. I recommend this shooter to every shooter fans!… Expand
  5. Mitchinati
    May 21, 2014
    9
    Amazing game! Weaponry is incredible and you can dual wield practically anything, a solid FPS and a good storyline. I recommend playing the game on über difficulty and looking to unlock the perks throughout the game to mix stealth with run and gun for a full experience. Glad I bought this game but I do wish it had multi-player.
  6. JPG127
    May 21, 2014
    8
    Overall great game. Ran very smooth and brought back a personal favorite from my youth. I really enjoyed the weapons and the boss fights. Better story then previous Wolfenstein games. So far, the best next gen game that is not free to play or indie. My only real complaint is the ending. It seems like a trend with ID games. But still not as bad as ME3.
  7. DaniVR99
    May 21, 2014
    9
    Wolfenstein The New Order is a great game. It is the best shooter I have played in the past few years. It's over the top and fun action, amazing story, great characters, and spectacular firepower makes this entry in the series a must have. In my opinion, it is the best Wolfenstein (besides Return to Caste Wolfenstein) !
    If you love gaming, pick this one up!
  8. Just1nsane
    May 20, 2014
    9
    Im more than half way through the game. The characters are awesome the soundtrack is awesome,The game play is solid. The story in interesting I think. I dont know why people are rating it in 7s its a 8-9 game for sure
  9. Makaveli
    May 20, 2014
    8
    Comparing this game to other FPS like BF4 and CoD Ghosts.. Wolfenstein wins...Not only will you receive a lengthy campaign but also expect very fluid gunplay... You can duel wield weapons, the story is awesome and character development is outstanding, you can tell that they worked hard on that aspect. The graphics are not impressive but they do get the job done..
    If you expecting a full    Comparing this game to other FPS like BF4 and CoD Ghosts.. Wolfenstein wins...Not only will you receive a lengthy campaign but also expect very fluid gunplay... You can duel wield weapons, the story is awesome and character development is outstanding, you can tell that they worked hard on that aspect. The graphics are not impressive but they do get the job done..
    If you expecting a full fledged multiplayer experience....This game has none to speak of, some people may not like that. I myself do not care as I prefer a single player experience above multiplayer..
    Enemy AI is not very good and I would probably compare the AI to Crysis 2 in terms of how bad it is.. I suggest you buy this, if you like single player FPS and do nt mind not having a multiplayer..

    The good: Story,character development, gunplay, sound, length of game

    The ok: Graphics

    The bad: A.I, lack of multiplayer    … Expand
  10. Cantthink
    May 20, 2014
    8
    Got this game from the PSN for $53.99 with PS+. I havent beaten it but have played a decent amount of it. This game isnt anything groundbreaking but thats ok with me. Lets put it this way, if you want a decent shooter that you kill nazis with double assault rifles while stabbing robot zombie dogs in the neck than this is the game for you. Its definitely a solid 8. All I wish is that theGot this game from the PSN for $53.99 with PS+. I havent beaten it but have played a decent amount of it. This game isnt anything groundbreaking but thats ok with me. Lets put it this way, if you want a decent shooter that you kill nazis with double assault rifles while stabbing robot zombie dogs in the neck than this is the game for you. Its definitely a solid 8. All I wish is that the graphics were as good with the cutscenes. You could have done more with the power of these new consoles.… Expand
  11. killdrphil
    May 20, 2014
    7
    Well, it's a good decent classic shooter. It's Wolfenstein through and through. You pretty much know what you are getting here. Also know that there is no multiplayer and the campaign is roughly 15 hours. So, not a lot of bang for your buck in this day and age. This does make a nice rental, however. It shouldn't be in the top choices of rentals but, if there is a lull in game selection atWell, it's a good decent classic shooter. It's Wolfenstein through and through. You pretty much know what you are getting here. Also know that there is no multiplayer and the campaign is roughly 15 hours. So, not a lot of bang for your buck in this day and age. This does make a nice rental, however. It shouldn't be in the top choices of rentals but, if there is a lull in game selection at the time, it's a good one to get.… Expand
  12. Shelledfade
    May 20, 2014
    3
    Way too short. Only 8 to 10 hours long, way too heavily scripted and way too many cutscenes for such a short game. Extremely linear, but does have the occasional slightly larger area you can run around in before entering the next corridor tube. Technical issues galore with AMD. No multiplayer, little replay value. Different choices you make barely change much in the end, its all the sameWay too short. Only 8 to 10 hours long, way too heavily scripted and way too many cutscenes for such a short game. Extremely linear, but does have the occasional slightly larger area you can run around in before entering the next corridor tube. Technical issues galore with AMD. No multiplayer, little replay value. Different choices you make barely change much in the end, its all the same scripts and cutscenes anyway.

    Value isn't there for the price. Shouldn't have been anything more than 30 dollars day 1 retail.    … Expand
  13. Zbox
    May 20, 2014
    10
    Loyal to the franchise and quallity is everywhere, you've plenty of meat when others offers you medrioce 4h bare-bones atrocious single player content...... wolfenstein and metro , two games that puts to shame big AAA rip-offs like call of duty or battlefield.
  14. AMadTaco
    May 20, 2014
    8
    It's a fun, tight game with up-to-date controls and action. It doesn't dwell too much on its predecessors or the new style of first-person-shooters. Graphics are good and represent the time period well, but there are tedious aspects such as no multiplayer and drag-down bits where you are forced to search for ammo or health.
  15. Randomman93
    May 20, 2014
    10
    What a fantastic game. Downloaded it from the marketplace, as i wanted a good single player game. Thats exactly what i got, but not good- extreamly good! What a truly fantastic story, with great voice acting. Not only that, but coupled with lots of collectibles, secret rooms, crazy weapons, and a crazy but effective twist on the ww2 setting- makes for an excellent game everybody shouldWhat a fantastic game. Downloaded it from the marketplace, as i wanted a good single player game. Thats exactly what i got, but not good- extreamly good! What a truly fantastic story, with great voice acting. Not only that, but coupled with lots of collectibles, secret rooms, crazy weapons, and a crazy but effective twist on the ww2 setting- makes for an excellent game everybody should play. This game is one of the best story games iv'e ever played infact. Also, you can go guns blazing or stealthy on most levels! Highly reccomend this game for anyone who wants a truly thrilling experience.… Expand
  16. Das2003
    May 20, 2014
    4
    I bought this game because it's one of the first new wave of games to come out on next gen consoles. I thought it being a single player game only that a lot of bugs and bad game design elements would be fine tuned but I was wrong, first off it plays like an old school fps, something that I have forgotten about since the old school Medal of Honour games, this is no different, it just hasI bought this game because it's one of the first new wave of games to come out on next gen consoles. I thought it being a single player game only that a lot of bugs and bad game design elements would be fine tuned but I was wrong, first off it plays like an old school fps, something that I have forgotten about since the old school Medal of Honour games, this is no different, it just has shinier graphics to tell apart. Speaking of the graphics, this is not next gen, dull low res textures are rampant. As for game play everything is scripted even the atrocious A.I. This game feels a lot like the on the rails shooter that was released for the iPhone ( Rage ). There's nothing next gen about this game apart from the price €70!! WTF!!… Expand
  17. 1pswich
    May 20, 2014
    10
    Have just finished this game, Wolfenstein: The New Order on Playstation 4. I have never played a Wolfenstein game in the past, and was wary of buying it. However was I in for a shock, I have never completed a game so quickly, the game has a flowing and gripping story-line that keeps you coming back for more upon more each time. The characters and their development has been done toHave just finished this game, Wolfenstein: The New Order on Playstation 4. I have never played a Wolfenstein game in the past, and was wary of buying it. However was I in for a shock, I have never completed a game so quickly, the game has a flowing and gripping story-line that keeps you coming back for more upon more each time. The characters and their development has been done to perfection they mould into people within the game that you really do root for, while the Nazi characters send shivers down your spine when they appear.

    The gameplay is good, the ammo collection is slightly tiresome, and the AI aren't perfect but while your having mindless fun shooting down Nazi's may it be just their average soldier, or a robotic dog, each is as fun as the other. The level design is brilliant, perhaps slightly linear but it sort of works it keeps you on track and moving forward at a good rate to keep you immersed in the action.

    The music and soundtrack is fantastic, and the song in the credits 'I believe' is just superb. For me this game may not have the best graphics on next-gen far from it, but my god it plays so nicely and immerses you not only into the action but into the story line which for me is one of the hardest things for a game to achieve. I was left dissapointed to finish I wanted more and more, but the storyline worked it's way so well to a fantastic finale, one which I'll remember.

    This should be a must buy for anyone, ignore the graphics and play the game for what it is, because not only wil you will have so much fun doing so, but you will love the narrative to no end. SUPERB!    … Expand
  18. Clinstwood
    May 20, 2014
    10
    Incredible gameplay and story. I can't say I have played a shooter with better cover/leaning system. You just get so much precision. The guns feel powerful and the enemies die satisfyingly. The lack of multiplayer doesn't bother but it would be great if they make Enemy Territory 2
  19. partyintheback
    May 20, 2014
    10
    Wolfenstein is back and better than ever. Combining the cheesiness and fun of past titles with a more serious approach to narrative, The New Order succeeds at what it set out to do, create something with a little more depth while remaining true to what makes Wolfenstein the enjoyable game series it is. A lengthy single player campaign, focused narrative cast cast of characters, fun andWolfenstein is back and better than ever. Combining the cheesiness and fun of past titles with a more serious approach to narrative, The New Order succeeds at what it set out to do, create something with a little more depth while remaining true to what makes Wolfenstein the enjoyable game series it is. A lengthy single player campaign, focused narrative cast cast of characters, fun and accessible combat, stealth, fantastic set pieces, etc., make this a game you cannot miss.… Expand
  20. BOSTONJOHN32
    May 20, 2014
    9
    Wolfenstein : The New Order should be celebrated for taking a step towards the right direction within the fps genre which may i add has become very generic, bland and certainly repetitive. Wolfenstein : The New Order also walks a thin tight rope maintaining a balance that feels like an old school arena shooter while also injecting what one would expect in current gen ala nice visuals,Wolfenstein : The New Order should be celebrated for taking a step towards the right direction within the fps genre which may i add has become very generic, bland and certainly repetitive. Wolfenstein : The New Order also walks a thin tight rope maintaining a balance that feels like an old school arena shooter while also injecting what one would expect in current gen ala nice visuals, sound, bgm and a whacky story that is over the top But is told well by great voice acting and writing .

    I personally feel that machinehead did a fantastic job giving older gamers like myself some old school mechanics such as scarce health regen, ability to carry tons of guns = more style variety , just enough fan service but not so much so where a newcomer would feel lost or overwhelmed.

    Subtle but noticeable sound prompts from fallout was a nice touch and the gunplay is solid, very solid.
    I do wish there was mp because i want more and to me this speaks volumes in itself because im usually disattatched before im finished playing so called AAA games now a days. I am very happy with Wolfenstein : The New Order and i was expecting the worse and boy what a suprise i got.

    Sounds so cliche but Wolfenstein : The New Order has injected fresh air into what has become a very murky fps genre.

    My PSN is PixelProV1, for those who gave 1 word bad reviews like "boring", PROVE you own this game rather than hate on it because you cant afford it etc.

    I want to see more from machinehead thats certain , great job.    … Expand
  21. davidh2014
    May 20, 2014
    8
    It's a long game, and now days what more can you ask for with these cheesy games coming out. I haven't played the whole game yet, but I like so far what I am seeing. I mean, it's your typical shooter, and the controls feel nice, sounds good, and looks good. A little mixture of sic-fi and history. It's a good buy compared to the rest of the games out there.
  22. Nelliebub
    May 20, 2014
    6
    Not worth full price. But with the lack of anything to play currently on the PS4, and if you are dying to get into the Doom Beta, it may be worth it if you have some extra cash to spend. The story is very convoluted and flies all over the place. Without a multiplayer segment, the game feels like on content. 12 hour shooter on medium difficulty. The shooting mechanics and guns are very funNot worth full price. But with the lack of anything to play currently on the PS4, and if you are dying to get into the Doom Beta, it may be worth it if you have some extra cash to spend. The story is very convoluted and flies all over the place. Without a multiplayer segment, the game feels like on content. 12 hour shooter on medium difficulty. The shooting mechanics and guns are very fun and it feels like an old school shooter. The problem comes with the developers using resources to only have a single player game, but it falls short due to jarring cut scenes while in the middle of the action. When it picks up a lot of the time, you enter a cut scene and it's almost a let down. Stealth mechanic is very easy to get into. With that said, full price for a 12 hour single player campaign with lack of multi-player doesn't cut it today. It is great to be back in the Wolfenstein universe, but they should have added up to date multiplayer that we saw in RTCW to make it worth the valuer of a purchase. It's definitely worth playing through, but not until it goes on sale (I would place the value at $29) or hits Playstation Plus as a free game. Complaints about AI were unfounded, that really isn't an issue here.

    Next time I hope they design a multiplayer similar to RTCW, or at the very least have more content when they are charging full price like this.

    Graphics: 8
    Sound: 9
    Gameplay: 7
    Story: 3
    Amount of content for the dollar: 3.    … Expand
  23. thefrugalgamer
    May 20, 2014
    10
    Best FPS of the year so far. Best single player Wolfenstein experience yet! Picked it up at the midnight release and played it all night. I plan on getting the platinum trophy so there are easily 20+ hours of gameplay here. The first thing that I will say is that the story really sucked me in. I'm glad they decided to stick with the main protagonist B.J. Blaskowicz who has appeared inBest FPS of the year so far. Best single player Wolfenstein experience yet! Picked it up at the midnight release and played it all night. I plan on getting the platinum trophy so there are easily 20+ hours of gameplay here. The first thing that I will say is that the story really sucked me in. I'm glad they decided to stick with the main protagonist B.J. Blaskowicz who has appeared in every iteration of Wolfenstein since the beginning back in the early 80's. The supporting cast is colorful and entertaining and the story has been really excellent so far. I like the way all of the Nazi's future tech is explained, and the story hasn't relied on supernatural explanations for things as it has in past games. The Nazi's themselves are even more despicable than usual if that is possible. It's certainly a lot of fun blasting them to pieces! The only thing I am missing is the multiplayer. My favorite multiplayer FPS of all time is Return to Castle Wolfensteins multiplayer and it's sorely missed here. Still, it was really never on the table with The New Order and I can't detract points just for that. If you are a shooter fan, buy it or at least rent it. You will not be sorry!… Expand
  24. YRII1
    May 20, 2014
    8
    Normal game, solid 8. For those who want to play without tension and shoot. And for those who once played W3D - a classic of the genre. Just started playing, but it was a couple of good moments that loved.
  25. thevid
    May 20, 2014
    10
    Great gunplay, good ambient storytelling in the levels, lots of secrets to find! Interesting storyline, sometimes a bit serious for the tone of the game. Dark, suspenseful and interesting levels throughout. Great heavy music with a wide range of styles.
  26. Xenidious
    May 20, 2014
    9
    This is a fantastic game. For a while the market was over saturated with first person shooters, but with the slight decrease of this genre in recent years Wolfenstein filled this gap. The story is genuinely very interesting, paying homage to the Wolfenstein games decades ago while having it's own style. The gun play is very polished, letting you dual wield massive weapons or sneakilyThis is a fantastic game. For a while the market was over saturated with first person shooters, but with the slight decrease of this genre in recent years Wolfenstein filled this gap. The story is genuinely very interesting, paying homage to the Wolfenstein games decades ago while having it's own style. The gun play is very polished, letting you dual wield massive weapons or sneakily dispose of your enemies. Although linear, exploration is encouraged with the wide array of collectibles which not only count for completion but also unlock new exciting modes. Repetition is sometimes an issue, but this can be overlooked due to how enjoyable the experience is.… Expand
  27. Rex_richards
    May 20, 2014
    9
    If you played return to castle woflenstein and like tv shows called things like 'secret nazi wonder weapons' you'll love this game. It's kind of dumb but so what. The story is ok, but who cares. The main thing is that this is a massive ballsy single player FPS in a world dominated by open world multiplayer games. If you are ever sat on the sofa looking to play on your own for a half hourIf you played return to castle woflenstein and like tv shows called things like 'secret nazi wonder weapons' you'll love this game. It's kind of dumb but so what. The story is ok, but who cares. The main thing is that this is a massive ballsy single player FPS in a world dominated by open world multiplayer games. If you are ever sat on the sofa looking to play on your own for a half hour while the missus is doing her nails again, or share the controller with a mate who turns up with a bag of nachos and a four pack of guinness, you will have enough explosions, sneaking, bombs and bosses to keep you going for days.… Expand
  28. Guck
    May 20, 2014
    10
    well paced over the top shooter! Interesting story elements that helps keep you on the edge for around 15 hours. Awesome weapon feedback and the best leaning ever. I recomend it.
  29. EPJRenouf
    May 20, 2014
    10
    Good gameplay.Great story. With 12 hours of action. The new order gives us a similar FPS experience but one with a story well above the rest. This is well worth your money.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 73 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 73
  3. Negative: 0 out of 73
  1. Telegraph
    Aug 26, 2014
    80
    MachineGames haven’t exactly reinvented the FPS or even Wolfenstein here, but they have put together a consistently enjoyable, well-crafted action game and given you the motivation to blast your way through its stringier bits. If this is the New Order for Wolfenstein, then this is a promising start.
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  2. GameCritics
    Jul 23, 2014
    100
    Thanks to the quality in both concept and function, this is one of the finest first-person-shooters I've ever played, and the best iteration of one of gaming's most storied franchises.
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  3. SpazioGames
    Jul 18, 2014
    80
    We would have preferred a greater freedom of action for the levels, rather than the linear and driven that we've found, but they are trifles for a title that deserves to be played at least once.
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