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Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2017

Should you play it?

America, 1961. The assassination of Nazi General Deathshead was a short-lived victory. The Nazis maintain their stranglehold on the world. You are BJ Blazkowicz, aka “Terror-Billy,” member of the Resistance, scourge of the Nazi empire, and humanity’s last hope for liberty.

What works

  • Engaging and polished gunplay
  • Strong narrative and characters
  • High-quality graphics and sound design
  • Varied combat styles and weapon upgrades
  • Challenging difficulty modes

Things to keep in mind

  • Some story elements feel inconsistent or over-the-top
  • Technical issues and crashes reported
  • Linear level design with recycled content
  • Stealth mechanics can be frustrating
  • Dlc content considered lackluster and overpriced

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Wolfenstein: The Old Blood

  • DOOM: The Dark Ages

  • Hard Reset Extended Edition

  • Wolfenstein: The New Order

  • Dead Space

  • Bright Memory

More expressive

Games that feels like Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus but with more self-expression and customization

  • Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Director's Cut

  • Dead Space™ 2

  • STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™

  • Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

  • Lies of P

  • Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition

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Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence, Thrill, Survival.

Last update: 21/08/2026