Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway

 Xbox 360
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 168 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 131 out of 168
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 168
  3. Negative: 13 out of 168
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  1. verminzz
    Jul 17, 2012
    8
    I've never played a BiA game, because i thought it is just another cheap war game. My friend lend my his Hells highway for xbox360 a week ago and i was amazed. I really like war games like Medal of honor, Cod, Bf, but this game really is special. The story, combat, soundtrack and graphics are good and controls are easy to learn. The only thing that isn't that good is multiplayer mode.I've never played a BiA game, because i thought it is just another cheap war game. My friend lend my his Hells highway for xbox360 a week ago and i was amazed. I really like war games like Medal of honor, Cod, Bf, but this game really is special. The story, combat, soundtrack and graphics are good and controls are easy to learn. The only thing that isn't that good is multiplayer mode. Great game.… Expand
  2. parlarocha
    Aug 25, 2010
    10
    Un juego diferente, una diversión diferente para por fin tener acción en primera persona realmente divertida y entretenida. Se acabó el ir en plan Rambo, ahora debes estudiar al contrario y tener mucho cuidado de dónde pones a tus compañeros de batallón. Mejorable en el apartado gráfico,Un juego diferente, una diversión diferente para por fin tener acción en primera persona realmente divertida y entretenida. Se acabó el ir en plan Rambo, ahora debes estudiar al contrario y tener mucho cuidado de dónde pones a tus compañeros de batallón. Mejorable en el apartado gráfico, inmejorable en la sensación de estar verdaderamente en la II Guerra Mundial.… Expand
  3. IanC.
    Sep 26, 2008
    0
    DON'T waste your time, this is a bad joke, and what happened to the skirmish multiplayer of before, with squads and all? Ubisoft, you owe me BIG TIME for this.
  4. DavidW.
    Sep 27, 2008
    1
    Games with no split screen get a 1. If you can't play the story with your bud in the same room, on the same console what good is it!!
  5. twos
    Dec 25, 2013
    6
    A game worth playing it has interesting shooter mechanics and plays better as a tactical shooter than the early ghost recon offerings on this console. Story is dull but the game itself is very entertaining.
  6. gamingisgreat
    Feb 20, 2017
    3
    I seriously don't understand why people like Brothers in Arms Hell's Highway.

    The gameplay is extremely generic and does not do anything new.The AI is ridiculously accurate to the point of being downright cheap and the level design is downright terrible.Another issue is the retarded ally AI.The game also has 10 minute unskippable cutscenes followed by loading screens,which removes the    I seriously don't understand why people like Brothers in Arms Hell's Highway.

    The gameplay is extremely generic and does not do anything new.The AI is ridiculously accurate to the point of being downright cheap and the level design is downright terrible.Another issue is the retarded ally AI.The game also has 10 minute unskippable cutscenes followed by loading screens,which removes the immersion this game tries so hard to achieve.

    The graphics and framerate are solid.

    The sound design is decent but the soundtrack is awful.

    Overall,Brothers in Arms Hell's Highway is an absolutely awful WWII FPS,there are far better games set in this time period,FPS and other genres.Don't go anywhere near this.    … Expand
  7. Broyax
    Jul 14, 2020
    0
    On pourrait croire avec ce "Frères d'Armes" à un énième clone d'un Kevin of Duty mais il n'en est rien : en vérité, c'est bien pire ! il s'agit d'un FPS certes mais avec un système de couverture comme les Gears et qui se repose ici exclusivement sur la mécanique du "tir de suppression" : il faut clouer les ennemis avant éventuellement de pouvoir leur tirer dessus ou plus précisément de lesOn pourrait croire avec ce "Frères d'Armes" à un énième clone d'un Kevin of Duty mais il n'en est rien : en vérité, c'est bien pire ! il s'agit d'un FPS certes mais avec un système de couverture comme les Gears et qui se repose ici exclusivement sur la mécanique du "tir de suppression" : il faut clouer les ennemis avant éventuellement de pouvoir leur tirer dessus ou plus précisément de les buter...

    Car leur tirer dessus avant de les "clouer" sur leur position ne sert strictement à rien, c'est comme si vous tiriez dans le vide... et tout le jeu est comme ça apparemment ou de ce que j'en ai vu et joué avant d'éjecter cet étron et de le reconvertir en super freesbee... ou miroir portable (c'est bien pratique). On peut aussi s'en servir comme patin sur le parquet et faire des figures comme danseur étoile et se préparer ainsi pour les prochains jeux olympiques. C'est quand même sympa, un DVD !

    C'est donc encore plus chiant que la merdasse annuelle des Call of Kevin, très répétitif et par ailleurs la mise en scène, les cinématiques d'andouilles qu'on ne peut pas zapper, sont encore pluis pénibles que les étrons à succès d'Activitron ! c'est dire si ce jeu casse les couilles ! un enfer... Alors certes, la réalisation est de fort bon aloi mais franchement, on s'en fout... complètement.    … Expand
  8. DanC.
    Sep 30, 2008
    9
    Great game. Story is one of the best I've ever seen in a game. Controls feel great, haven't gotten bored yet. Don't purchase this game for the multiplayer though.
  9. AaronB
    Oct 2, 2008
    9
    This game met my expectations, exceeded them on many, many occasions, fell down a couple of times, but, all said and done I was totally engrossed from beginning to end, and that was on casual mode. ...but then came Authentic mode. The enemy AI is totally different in the way it plays, advancing on masse when attacked, from the very beginning you start the game again. I was swarmed by This game met my expectations, exceeded them on many, many occasions, fell down a couple of times, but, all said and done I was totally engrossed from beginning to end, and that was on casual mode. ...but then came Authentic mode. The enemy AI is totally different in the way it plays, advancing on masse when attacked, from the very beginning you start the game again. I was swarmed by enemies who seemed intent on kicking my squads asses. Without the crosshair either the game really feels like a life/death situation everytime you encounter an enemy. It forces you too use the iron sight view alot more making u vulnerable, and relying on visual aids such as explosions of dirt next to enemies, the only thing to gauge your accuracy - alot of fun flanking German infantry , to pop up next to them with your Thompson, no crosshair and spraying wildly in their general direction. Moments like this are represented amazingly well, for me anyway. Lots of tense shootouts. Most of the parts when u are seperated from your squad played really well for me, if not slightly out of place- it was appropriate for the moments in the game though and a nice diversion. I must say that the tank parts were, sort of fun, but I would have far rather commanded them as a squad like the original games, and not had to drive them myself. There is a lot of replay value to the game and authentic mode will keep you busy for quite a while. Some people don't like online...thats because its NOT ........COD4. If you actually pay attention to your squad leader its a blast. It is a different game however, you DO NOT control squads like the single player, you're part of one- you've got Rockstar New England to thank for that whatever you're final take on that is. GFX do take a hit though, but still alot of fun. More modes, even a deathmatch mode to test everyone's 'dig in' skills would be very welcome. Overall its a slower based, tactical game, abit like GRAW or Rainbow six, but with WWII tactics...GFX are similar to R6 in some ways actually, although it has a gfx style all its own with an grainy filter over some shadows etc. I liked that look as well. Please don't take 3 more years to bring out the next one Gearbox....and put back what you changed with regards the tank sections. I want to command them.not drive them. BUY it. Its well worth it.… Expand
  10. AllanD
    Oct 2, 2008
    8
    More often than not, I believe the Metascores for 360 games are just about right. Having played this game for several hours, I do really feel this game has been underrated. I you like Rainbow Six Vegas, GRAW, there's a good chance you might like this game. The only knock I have is the graphics and controls could be a bit better. Overall, a fun game that I think deserves an 8.5.
  11. JohnM.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    Great game! I love all the aspects of the game, and it looks amazing. I recommend this to anyone and everyone I know.
  12. AnonymousMC
    Sep 30, 2008
    7
    A slightly average shooter that combines "Rainbow Six's" squad mechanic with the strip mined WWII shooter genre. Some minor bugs and glitches might frustrate you like wonky aiming, bad enemy AI, enemies shooting through walls and dodgy cover mechanics.

    As a note, I haven't played any of the previous "Brothers In Arms" games which makes it brutally unforgiving jumping into the    A slightly average shooter that combines "Rainbow Six's" squad mechanic with the strip mined WWII shooter genre. Some minor bugs and glitches might frustrate you like wonky aiming, bad enemy AI, enemies shooting through walls and dodgy cover mechanics.

    As a note, I haven't played any of the previous "Brothers In Arms" games which makes it brutally unforgiving jumping into the convoluted and somewhat nonsensical story. It doesn't help that the writers take themselves and the story waaaaaaay too seriously. Also, whomever decided that you can skip some cut-scenes but have to wait half-way through to skip others should be shot!    … Expand
  13. PeterB
    Feb 17, 2009
    10
    I really don't understand the people who give this game such low scores. It's one of the best games I've ever played. Story's awesome, killcam is even more awesome and the graphics are also awesome.
  14. PaulB
    Oct 1, 2008
    8
    Just finished this very enjoyable game - different from your usual FPS, since it's squad based - and you cant just go in guns blazing. The game has a very cinematic feel throughout,with plenty of cutscenes to introduce the characters and their relationships with one another. Sure there are a few technical and gameplay issues, but thankfully they don't overshadow, what is a solid Just finished this very enjoyable game - different from your usual FPS, since it's squad based - and you cant just go in guns blazing. The game has a very cinematic feel throughout,with plenty of cutscenes to introduce the characters and their relationships with one another. Sure there are a few technical and gameplay issues, but thankfully they don't overshadow, what is a solid and refreshingly different shooter for the XboX.… Expand
  15. Nico
    Oct 16, 2008
    4
    This game is plain and simply appalling. The First person shooter/tactical shooter genre is such a tough area of gaming to break into, not many of them are bad, just unrecognized, this though is poor, your teammates are unintelligent and clunky, the plot is poor, the voice acting is irritating, and the gameplay is monotonous. is was a rent, and i will be forgetting the experience.
  16. ChrisL
    Oct 28, 2008
    5
    If you were a fan of the original iron site shooting without a cross-hair in the old BIA games, prepare to be disappointed. The game implements a fairly tacky cover system which really feels thrown in to sell copy which allows you to pick off enemies without using your squad at all (THIS GAME IS A STRATEGY GAME!). The frame rate is really lousy and some the graphics are very poor (which If you were a fan of the original iron site shooting without a cross-hair in the old BIA games, prepare to be disappointed. The game implements a fairly tacky cover system which really feels thrown in to sell copy which allows you to pick off enemies without using your squad at all (THIS GAME IS A STRATEGY GAME!). The frame rate is really lousy and some the graphics are very poor (which there is no excuse for considering the unreal engine powers this game). Plus the multiplayer is awful, which is a real shame considering how good the multiplayer was in earned in blood. This game does not stand out in any way apart from its horribly long development time but yet somehow still managing to feel rushed and buggy. Brothers in Arms Hells Highway marks a new low for Gearbox Software.… Expand
  17. SergenteenS.
    Jun 25, 2008
    9
    Hello! Has no one who has rated this game watched the trailers? This game makes COD5 look like crap. The Ubidays trailer, come on, AMAZING! The game is sweet and it's from Ubisoft, which is why the advertising and trailers are so good. Sure Assassin's Creed was a bit of a letdown but that's why they pushed this game and EndWar back, to make sure that they were perfect. Hello! Has no one who has rated this game watched the trailers? This game makes COD5 look like crap. The Ubidays trailer, come on, AMAZING! The game is sweet and it's from Ubisoft, which is why the advertising and trailers are so good. Sure Assassin's Creed was a bit of a letdown but that's why they pushed this game and EndWar back, to make sure that they were perfect. There is nothing but greatness coming from this game.… Expand
  18. JohnS.
    Jul 12, 2008
    10
    Very good graphics
  19. KeithC.
    Sep 24, 2008
    9
    It was a loooong time coming (what, two years of delays?) but i've found absolutely no glitches in this game. it's perfect as far as i can tell. well. as perfect as i need. graphics, weapons selection, commands, MP, SP... they really did this one in for itself this time. best war game i have -ever- played, hands down.
  20. TWills
    Sep 24, 2008
    10
    Review time. graphics: optimal. combat: highly intense, tactical. general BIA standards met plus more. story: superior to previous BIA. outstanding. 10/10.
  21. BrianM.
    Sep 25, 2008
    10
    A game buy adults for adults is right on Pros: Fantastic Graphics Amazing Story and Cinematics Great gameplay and tactics Cons: Not enough Story and Cinematics Opel Blitz is Grey Fluorescent Tubes in old Building.
  22. BlabStinka
    Sep 25, 2008
    2
    This would have been considered decent in 2002. In 2008, it just seems devoid of fluidity, nice controls, realism and excitement. Flat as a pancake.
  23. JaquesS.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    This game is the truth. This is the most realistic WW2 experience around. Love the graphics and the story is really good.
  24. WhittonB.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    While this game offers slightly different mechanics from the previous two games, I still found this game amazingly fun. The squad tactics really helped me feel like I was playing a part in a larger purpose of the war as opposed to a "Rambo" just mowing down enemies left and right in the standard run-of-the-mill shooters I've been accustomed to lately. The game looked phenomenal while While this game offers slightly different mechanics from the previous two games, I still found this game amazingly fun. The squad tactics really helped me feel like I was playing a part in a larger purpose of the war as opposed to a "Rambo" just mowing down enemies left and right in the standard run-of-the-mill shooters I've been accustomed to lately. The game looked phenomenal while just some minor pieces detracted for a moment, overall, it looked great and kept me in the game.… Expand
  25. WillM.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    Wow what a game!! This one should hold a special place in your collection. The story sets this one apart from all the good games out there. There hasn't been a good story like this since Band of Brothers or Saving Private Ryan.
  26. GabeS.
    Sep 26, 2008
    8
    good graphics, compelling story and fairly authentic WWII gameplay makes Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway one of the better games in the franchise. The game introduces a brand new cover system, which also interacts with fully destructible environment assets, like sandbags or fences. The game has a few down points, especially when you (playing as Matt Baker) leave your squad behind good graphics, compelling story and fairly authentic WWII gameplay makes Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway one of the better games in the franchise. The game introduces a brand new cover system, which also interacts with fully destructible environment assets, like sandbags or fences. The game has a few down points, especially when you (playing as Matt Baker) leave your squad behind and lone wolf it for entire sections of levels, taking on dozens of Germans by yourself. Some of the voice acting can also sometimes be low-budget/cheesy sounding. Multiplayer is extremely limited, but can be fun with the right teams, and if you work together with said teams. Don't expect too much longevity out of multiplayer, though. Overall, I give BiA:HH an 8.5.… Expand
  27. RayP.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    WW2 shooters don't get any better than this. If you like FPS games, you can't pass up getting this one.
  28. SeanW.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    The third installment of BIA clearly out did itself once again, although minor issue can be seen the game brings a new light to the tragedy of war from not only physical battle perspective but an emotional trauma as well. I highly recommend this title to anyone into a deep story and a great FPS.
  29. SandraW.
    Sep 26, 2008
    9
    I thought it was pretty impressive display of the Unreal 3 engine. The story was Hollywood worthy and the new cover system worked quite well. It's displays a lot of gore but besides that was one game that left me wanting more.
  30. StevenR.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    Excellent job from Gearbox. This a game that breaks from the norms of other FPS games and offers a great story, great graphics, and great gameplay. I'm very glad I added this game to my collection.
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#65 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#22 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#55 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2008

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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 65 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 65
  3. Negative: 0 out of 65
  1. games(TM)
    60
    To continually repackage the same hackneyed take on real pain, real suffering, and real people in the mane of entertainment is a sure road to exploitation. [Nov 2008, p.112]
  2. MEGamers
    87
    The game offers so much, from an engaging emotional story to showing the brutal face of war. Easily one of the best WWII based shooters.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    60
    Gearbox has made a game that is stable and complete, if hugely unrefined in places, with an under-exploited but sound core of tactical squad combat. [Nov 2008, p.93]
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