Sniper Elite V2
May 24, 2013 13 years ago
Sniper Elite V2 is the eagerly-awaited sequel to the highly-acclaimed Sniper Elite, giving gamers the most authentic World War II sniping experience available. You are elite US sniper Karl Fairburne. Parachuted into Berlin amidst the Germans’ final stand, your mission is to prevent Nazi V2 rocket program technology from falling into the hands of the besieging Red Army. You must aid key scientists keen to defect to the US, and terminate those who would help the Russians. Take advantage of authentic weaponry, learn how to stalk your targets, fortify your position, set up the shot, use your skill, patience and cunning to achieve your mission. Stealth gameplay is the key as you find yourself trapped between two desperate armies in a race against time. Watch as the celebrated ‘bullet cam’ from Sniper Elite returns, bloodier and more gruesome than ever – skilful shots are rewarded with a slow-motion flight of the bullet, then targets are graphically rendered in X-Ray as the bullet enters and destroys your victim. Organs shred, bones splinter, teeth shatter, as the true impact of the sniper’s bullet is brought to life. As World War Two ends and the Cold War begins, every shot counts. Use it wisely.
What it’s like
Sniper Elite V2 offers a visceral, simulation-heavy tactical experience set against the backdrop of WWII Berlin. The core loop revolves around patience, precision, and environmental awareness rather than run-and-gun action. Players utilize authentic ballistics physics, wind calculation, and stealth mechanics to eliminate high-value targets from long distances. The defining feature is the 'bullet cam,' which provides a gruesome, X-ray slow-motion view of each shot’s anatomical impact, turning every kill into a moment of dark satisfaction. While the narrative framework serves merely as a pretext for mission objectives, the gameplay depth shines through its realistic weapon handling and tactical planning. The atmosphere is tense and grounded, emphasizing the isolation of the sniper role. Multiplayer modes extend this precision-focused combat to competitive arenas, maintaining the series' unique identity. It is a game defined by its specific mechanical niche: the thrill of the perfect shot.
Strong in Gameplay / MechanicsCombatSimulation / ManagementVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The narrative and character development are minimal, serving only as mission briefings rather than engaging storytelling. Additionally, some players find the level design repetitive or the enemy detection mechanics frustratingly punishing, which can disrupt the flow of play.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Apr 30, 201214 years ago |
| Xbox 360 | Worldwide | Full release | May 03, 201214 years ago |
| PlayStation 3 | Worldwide | Full release | May 04, 201214 years ago |
| Wii U | Worldwide | Full release | May 24, 201313 years ago |
