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This is a tactical shooter game that has you performing various missions as a sniper

This is a tactical shooter game that has you performing various missions as a sniper

Vote: (358 votes)

Program license: Trial version

Developer: Rebellion

Works under: Windows

Vote:

Program license

(358 votes)

Trial version

Developer

Rebellion

Works under:

Windows

Pros

  • Detailed kill-cam system for major shots
  • Engaging sniper gameplay in a World War II setting
  • Good graphics and controls

Cons

  • Might be too gory for some
  • A sequel has already been released

Sniper Elite is a gory game centered around sniping during World War II. It is an arcade and simulation hybrid that emphasizes trick shots and body destruction more than the actual abilities of historical rifles.

The game features the player as a sniper who must infiltrate German installations, outposts and the front lines on various missions. These missions require stealth, so sniping is the preferred method of taking down enemies. No other game emphasizes sniping as much as Sniper Elite does. While it is a small aspect of gameplay in other games, it becomes the entire game in Sniper Elite.

The showcase element of Sniper Elite is the x-ray kill camera. During particularly skillful or destructive shots, Sniper Elite gives a slow-motion portrayal of the bullet passing through the enemy soldier's body by showing the broken bones and exploding organs. Due to this graphic nature, the game is not intended for children or squeamish adults.

The game itself can be challenging, as an FPS player's instinct to charge in and shoot will be met with a quick end. Opposing snipers and entrenched positions make each mission a tactical and strategic puzzle. This offsets the gore by requiring some thought and planning to go into each run.

The historical setting is not much more than a framing device. The player enjoys better accuracy and power than a historical rifle would exhibit, including having the ability to bank shots off obstacles and walls. The missions also get off the historical rails in an entertaining and fun way. The developers knew when to sacrifice historical realism for the sake of the game.

Overall, Sniper Elite is a good game for those who are interested in the violence and the gore of the sniping aspect, as that is the main draw of the game. The difficulty level can be high at times, especially without consulting a guide. Sniper Elite has good graphics that will run on a variety of different computer setups. The game is fun to play, although most people probably won't find too much replay value in it.

Pros

  • Detailed kill-cam system for major shots
  • Engaging sniper gameplay in a World War II setting
  • Good graphics and controls

Cons

  • Might be too gory for some
  • A sequel has already been released