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LTTP: The greatest single player FPS of the last several years: Wolfenstein: TNO
- Thread starter Mineshaft_Gap
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PanicFreak
Member
I loved Wolfenstein! It is currently number two on my GotY list.
I got goosebumps when
.
There is just so many little details that were cool, from the "nightmare" to the alternate pop fiction posters. The weapons were all a lot of fun to use, especially the shotgun with the special rounds that bounce around the corner.
I got goosebumps when
i heard the Jimi Hendrix anthem
There is just so many little details that were cool, from the "nightmare" to the alternate pop fiction posters. The weapons were all a lot of fun to use, especially the shotgun with the special rounds that bounce around the corner.
FriedConsole
Banned
It's really the one game I'm hoping gets a deep discount during the Christmas Sale.
Jazzkokehead
Member
What are you people doing in there?
Same, worst thing i hated it more is i was searching more for weapons and ammo then shooting stuff. If it's true to wolfenstein or any oldskool shooter..let me walk over the ammo and guns instead of picking like bird watching the ground for weapons it sucks you totally out of the game.
Guerrillas in the Mist
Member
And they grieve for their dead
Such raw sorrow
Can't partake
Mine would flood oceans
It would drown me
If I let it out...
My favourite single-player FPS since Half-Life 2. The pacing, shooting and the narrative are all top tier.
Such raw sorrow
Can't partake
Mine would flood oceans
It would drown me
If I let it out...
My favourite single-player FPS since Half-Life 2. The pacing, shooting and the narrative are all top tier.
The English Conquistador
Member
Yup, I also had quite a big problem with that aspect. The game didn't do much for me outside of the nice cutscenes.
Big Green Anus
Member
What a joyful game Wolfenstein is!!!!! I played the game again as soon as I beat it due to how fun it was. It reminds me of the N64 shooting games mixed with some of the current shooters. I usually play this game with stealth with some GREAT action when things get hectic. I'm usually not a guy that complains about single-player only shooting games, but the shooting mechanics are SO good that I really want to see a multiplayer game made out of this.
IXI FalcoN
Member
Definitely one of the better FPS campaigns in recent years, but I wasn't in love with it as much as others. The first level is terrible and almost made me regret the purchase, and a few others like the underwater section in the sewers were dull or frustrating. I liked the pacing, love it when games give you a breather in between the action, just some sections were better (prison) than others (sewers, looking for circular saw).
Not the second coming of FPS, but a solid game well worth playing.
Not the second coming of FPS, but a solid game well worth playing.
megabytecr
Member
Great game, I heard it was good but oh my, it still was able to surprise me. The story and presentation is great, but the gameplay is the star IMHO. For those that say that there is no replay value I disagree, the gameplay is so good that makes it great to comeback for more on a higher difficulty.
opticalmace
Member
Steam sale is next week.
Oldschoolgamer
The physical form of blasphemy
One of the best FPS to release in years. I wish it did have some extra missions as dlc or something.
I remember how the Wolfenstein thread was in the days before release. People who got the game early would be talking about it, and the instant they'd say anything negative, about ten people would respond with "pre-order cancelled". Those were fun days.
Also, why do some people say the game gets worse in the second half? Because to me, that's when the game gets better.
Also, why do some people say the game gets worse in the second half? Because to me, that's when the game gets better.
Wolfenstein would make a longer list of my favorite games of all time. I loved everything about it, the story, characters, gunplay, level design, collectibles, soundtrack. All masterful.
Wolfenstein was a nice reminder that there are still people out there making games for me.
You are correct, sir. Wolfenstein's pacing is one of its greatest assets.
Anyone that thinks it has poor pacing need speak only for themselves and then get their ass back to Call of Duty.
Wolfenstein was a nice reminder that there are still people out there making games for me.
The pacing in Wolfenstein is immaculate and one of the game's greatest strengths. I love the ebb and flow between the action and story sequences - the game always knows when to ratchet up the action, and when to give the player a breather.
You are correct, sir. Wolfenstein's pacing is one of its greatest assets.
Anyone that thinks it has poor pacing need speak only for themselves and then get their ass back to Call of Duty.
Yep. I'd spent all this year playing a bunch of old school FPSs and wondering why nobody makes shooters designed like DOOM II and Duke 3D anymore, and then this game comes along.
Some people have compared it to RAGE, saying it's the sequel RAGE should have gotten. I guess you could say that.
TetraGenesis
Member
Absolutely without question.
Probably my game of the year when all is said and done.
Probably my game of the year when all is said and done.
Mineshaft_Gap
4077th
The last Wolfenstein is 5 year old. Singularity is almost 5 years old. Riddick is 10 years old.
So yeah... it's been a while.
SniperHunter
Banned
it was an ok shooter IMO
Not a Halo CE, Half Life 2 or Chronicles of Riddick Escape from Butcher Bay
Slightly better than Killzone 3 (which I enjoyed a lot)
Not a Halo CE, Half Life 2 or Chronicles of Riddick Escape from Butcher Bay
Slightly better than Killzone 3 (which I enjoyed a lot)
Snacks the sober sea lion
Member
Some of the gore turned me off from the game when I saw other people play it.
Mainly
Mainly
the brain scene is just completely fucking gross and unnecessary, and the work camp segment just looked boring and uncomfortable.
Alcoholikaust
Member
Nothing quite as satisfying this year as far as shooters go.
User 479360
Banned
This game is highly overrated in my opinion. I wasn't a big fan of it, and found parts to be boring.
The AI was also all over the place, and the final boss was awfully cheap, especially in phase 2.
I started on uber, but got annoyed by all of the cheap headshots enemies were getting from afar. They had perfect aim against me, whereas others online said it was a walk in the park with horrible AI. So, I switched to hard.
It seemed to get a bit less frustrating, but the final boss was nearly invincible and I got credit for beating it on uber. So, I'm thinking it maybe glitched and didn't change.
The AI was also all over the place, and the final boss was awfully cheap, especially in phase 2.
I started on uber, but got annoyed by all of the cheap headshots enemies were getting from afar. They had perfect aim against me, whereas others online said it was a walk in the park with horrible AI. So, I switched to hard.
It seemed to get a bit less frustrating, but the final boss was nearly invincible and I got credit for beating it on uber. So, I'm thinking it maybe glitched and didn't change.
CaptainofIndustry
Member
Great game. I hope they make another one.
SmokedMeat
Gamer™
Why does it seem like noone talks about this game? I'm interested in it, but I never see it brought up on GAF.
Raptomex
Member
It's amazing and you should buy it as well. I have it on Steam and PS4. Both great choices. The game seems very underrated.
It was definitely a surprisingly good game. I do sort of wish there was some sort of multiplayer or even a wave based challenge mode or some such.
I hated the bridge level at first but after watching the developer walkthrough and hearing other people's impressions on the level, I tried it again a few times and think I enjoyed it more once I simply got better at it.
I hated the bridge level at first but after watching the developer walkthrough and hearing other people's impressions on the level, I tried it again a few times and think I enjoyed it more once I simply got better at it.
Bubbavelli
Banned
Probably my favorite game that came out this year. Its soooooo good. Whether its the story or the shooting, i dont think there was a timed i was bored of it except
. In terms of "retro" modern fps' i think i enjoyed it more than Shadow Warrior. I must double dip on pc since my only experience was on the ps3. Good thing the steam sale starts next week
the moon was a bit of a drag if only becayse the audio on my version wasnt too great
Gnome Scat
Member
My personal GOTY.
UnluckyKate
Member
I'm actually playing this now and i love every second of it. Pacing is great it goes from brutal action to stealth ish and narration
Parmadillo Marshmallow
Member
IMO the greatest single player FPS(s) of the last few years would be Far Cry 3/Blood Dragon/4.
User 479360
Banned
Really? I see it brought up all the time. GAF loves it. I'm just in the minority.
And I tend to agree with the above poster about Far Cry 3/Blood Dragon and 4 being the best.
Mineshaft_Gap
4077th
More people need to play this! When it was on Steam sale recently, I gifted it to about 3 friends who had it on their wishlists! I just wish more people would play it and give it a chance.
I felt the same before as I bet a lot of people do now; oh a generic same-old same-old FPS, but holy shit... even knowing the credentials (Riddick, The Darkness) of the guys behind it!
It's just lovely old-school mechanics like health, ridiculous dual-wielding of ALL weapons, and secrets that are married to some of the best characters and writing I've played all decade.
It really is the game that made me love AAA again after being quite burned out (and love there's no tacked-on MP).
I felt the same before as I bet a lot of people do now; oh a generic same-old same-old FPS, but holy shit... even knowing the credentials (Riddick, The Darkness) of the guys behind it!
It's just lovely old-school mechanics like health, ridiculous dual-wielding of ALL weapons, and secrets that are married to some of the best characters and writing I've played all decade.
It really is the game that made me love AAA again after being quite burned out (and love there's no tacked-on MP).
I speel my dreenk
Member
My exact sentiment as I played further and further through the game. Everything about the gameplay and design feels so well though-out - everything feels considered - and is very well-executed, and the story and characters are not only not garbage, but interesting and likable. Anyone remotely interested should play it.
So they really designed that up-hill battle as a defensive-offensive battle.
Man, that dude was so well shaded that I had to look at a guide to find that enigma code...and I don't how how to crack them.
Finished the game a few nights ago. Very enjoyable. I prefer last year's Shadow Warrior, but Wolfenstein is still the best fps this year and there haven't been many to match it in a long while.
Pacing wasn't good, though. Stealth/knife missions were boring and wtf were they thinking giving you fetch quests in the compound/hideout? Should have been nearly 2 hrs shorter.
Loved the meaty shooting and character model damage!
Pacing wasn't good, though. Stealth/knife missions were boring and wtf were they thinking giving you fetch quests in the compound/hideout? Should have been nearly 2 hrs shorter.
Loved the meaty shooting and character model damage!
JumpJeff84
Member
Great game. It's a good companion to Farcry 4. They're both first person shooters- one is linear and focused and one is open-world. They really complement each other.