Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway

 Xbox 360
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 168 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 131 out of 168
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 168
  3. Negative: 13 out of 168
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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. JohnS.
    Jul 12, 2008
    10
    Very good graphics
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. JonasM.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    At last a game the captures the spirit of the tragic events after d-day. This game has it all joy, pain, and brotherhood. Good job gearbox.
  13. TimH.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    As the quality of games have declined due to the overwhelming thirst for the almighty dollar, BIA: HH stands out above the crowd to bring a realistic approach to the last World War. Gearbox will hopefully continue this trend with their upcoming titles.
  14. KCL.
    Sep 28, 2008
    10
    Awesome WWII shooter, the best in its class. I hope they make another one soon.
  15. AbelG.
    Sep 24, 2008
    10
    You should read this if you're wondering if you should get this or the new Call of Duty. The two games seem similar, right? Both shooters, both WWII. The difference is that BIA is tactical, intelligent, historically accurate. The long delays that pissed everyone off has resulted in one of the most flawless online experiences you could possibly have on next-gen consoles. Call of Duty You should read this if you're wondering if you should get this or the new Call of Duty. The two games seem similar, right? Both shooters, both WWII. The difference is that BIA is tactical, intelligent, historically accurate. The long delays that pissed everyone off has resulted in one of the most flawless online experiences you could possibly have on next-gen consoles. Call of Duty is a shoot-em-up, dumbed down, made-for-n00bs fiasco, historically irrelevant mess. And I'm not exaggerating. I bought both and I'm selling COD. It's not worth it in comparison to BIA. That's my take anyway.… Expand
  16. JasonA.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    Great graphics, great story, great combat system.
  17. BobS.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    Great game that improves on the previous entries to the series. Breathtaking graphics that will leave you ducking behind your couch dodging the digital bullets.
  18. JasonS.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
  19. JoseG.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    I love the single player campaign. The gore is awesome, action cam is bad ass, and the story has amazing depth. I was never a fan of WW2 shooters but the cinematic experience this game offers can not be passed up. Gameplay is unique because you have to use squad based tactics to stay alive. Overall I can;t say enough good things about this game, except it is a must own.
  20. CarlW.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    Great game. I loved the cinematic story line. Not just another mindless WW2 shooter!!!!!
  21. EvanE.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    Well deserved WWII title for the 360. Hell's Highway will bring you closer to the feel of the world's greatest war than any other game to date.
  22. LadelleB.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    I cannot begin to tell how good this game is. As a matter of fact there are so many things that point to the center of this franchise but the story really defines this game.
  23. SeanB.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    Rubbish!!!!! This game deserves a 10 for the graphics alone! I went into this game believing it would be another WW2 shoot em up. I was knocked off my footstool when I saw the fire graphics. The story actually made me feel sorry when I lost my squad mates which is a different kind of feeling when you're playing a video game. I actually felt exhausted when I was finished, like a real Rubbish!!!!! This game deserves a 10 for the graphics alone! I went into this game believing it would be another WW2 shoot em up. I was knocked off my footstool when I saw the fire graphics. The story actually made me feel sorry when I lost my squad mates which is a different kind of feeling when you're playing a video game. I actually felt exhausted when I was finished, like a real war. This is not for kids!! The game shows slow motion deaths with bits of skull flying out the back of the unlucky German's head.… Expand
  24. BartW.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    Better than COD!!!! This game is the best WW2 game ever created bar none.
  25. JesseK.
    Sep 26, 2008
    10
    I'm a little late to the BiA franchise but having played through other WWII shooters, I was looking for something a little different than the typical run and gun scenarios. With cinematic cutscenes and tactical gameplay this game is a winner! So far I've been able to complete the game on the Veteran difficulty setting and it's been a wild trip on the senses. Baker and his I'm a little late to the BiA franchise but having played through other WWII shooters, I was looking for something a little different than the typical run and gun scenarios. With cinematic cutscenes and tactical gameplay this game is a winner! So far I've been able to complete the game on the Veteran difficulty setting and it's been a wild trip on the senses. Baker and his squads have amazing detail. Their faces show every little mark and even some scars. With the intense audio blasting from all the speakers in my 5.1 system at home, I can't get enough. The weapons, the explosions ... everything just rips out at you. It's like having the war play out in your living room. Ordering my squads around is a great way to gain tactical advantage on the enemies that litter the landscapes and taking them out with a bazooka squad ... iIn a word Awesome! Watching your enemies fly apart on screen is amazing! Well, I'm back to the game now.… Expand
  26. 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
  27. FrankCreeper
    Jul 4, 2023
    10
    I played all games about the series and I can say this game is awesome...the story writting,characters,filosofy under this game,the atrocity about the real events on the Operation Market Garden....The Humanity about this game is something only a few game about the WWII can really rappresent...such a masterpiece for his too bad that ubisoft or gearbox dont create another sequel...
    P.S I    I played all games about the series and I can say this game is awesome...the story writting,characters,filosofy under this game,the atrocity about the real events on the Operation Market Garden....The Humanity about this game is something only a few game about the WWII can really rappresent...such a masterpiece for his too bad that ubisoft or gearbox dont create another sequel...
    P.S I played both versions game of the console    … Expand
  28. 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.
  29. 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
  30. 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
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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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