It doesn’t take long, to realise that as far-fetched as The New Colossus seems, it might be just around the corner. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is a brave title that addresses some of the harshest realities of our time through the skewed lens of satire. Having such relatability and likability in the cast adds depth to the franchise beyond which I thought possible. Although the cast features new and returning characters, I genuinely cared about them and their struggles. A diverse cast of characters from many backgrounds is an excellent addition. It’s at odds with the design and narrative philosophy found in the rest of The New Colossus.Īside from that minor issue, Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is a joy to play. But killing Americans, even racist ones seems like a step too far. Killing Nazis seems like such a universally accepted thing they may as well be zombies. When racism is rife in the current world and it’s anything but funny I couldn’t help but wonder if MachineGames could have pushed the envelope a little further. The Klansmen in Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus were portrayed as buffoons, essentially providing comedic value. I was holding out for this, only to find minimal appearances by the KKK apart from a few optional side missions. One thing I was disappointed in was the lack of combat, not to mention story set in actual occupied America. The story touches on the myriad social issues confronting us each day, something I found very relieving to see.
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A bitter and selfish man, this additional story sets The New Colossus up to be a confronting journey for both BJ and the player. Flashbacks spread throughout show a secondary antagonist BJ’s own racist father. The enemy is abundantly clear.īut she’s not the only figure BJ has to confront. From the mocking and ridicule of her daughter in front of you to the killing a beloved character right off the bat with a laugh. Very early on you will learn to hate Frau Engel. The cameo from old mate Adolf, resplendent in his piss stained pants and tattered dressing gown, paranoid and insane and safe on a space station on another planet brought to light the real power behind the enemies in The New Colossus. Also, B-Movie! Nazis in space. Having risen since her defeat in The New Order to have a very prominent role in The New Colossus.
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The challenge of completing The New Colossus on higher difficulty levels and hunting down the many collectables to add to the already rich story is too good to pass on.ĭespite featuring all manner of Nazis, the real villain of the story is Frau Engel. I had a lot of fun with this title and can see myself doing multiple playthroughs. The combination of the fantasy of the ‘What If?’ mixed with reality resulted in an incredibly intriguing, if horrific prospect. The New Colossus looks and more importantly feels like a really amazing B-Movie. The unstoppable nature of super soldiers and laser guns really brought to the fore the difficulty of the fight ahead.ĭespite being set within a universe ruled by the Nazis, there are beautifully rendered locations and just the right amount of kitsch. Especially with a title like The New Colossus. The imagery paints a clear divide between the scrappy revolutionaries, stealing to survive and the uber science of the Reich. Visually, Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is what one could expect. Even after many defeats, from seemingly endless waves of Nazis, the satisfaction of rampaging through, victorious, left me hungry for more. The New Colossus’ high octane style is really welcome. Not only do they illicit ‘WOW’ moments, but they also help save the player from many a bind where a more cautious approach may have left them high and dry. Mechanics, like the ability to dual wield tri-barrelled shotguns, are an absolute treat. It features a reassuringly similar gameplay style that lends itself to veteran FPS players and new blood alike. It seems in this day and age, people like what is familiar. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is a ride like no other. This is a game that’s not afraid to take the player on a ride. Players will be surprised to learn of the multiple other locations within The New Colossus. Though marketing of the game would have you believe it takes place entirely in an occupied United States. Our hero, BJ Blazkowicz continues to kick those Nazis ‘Reich’ up the ass. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is a direct continuation of the 2014 title Wolfenstein: The New Order.
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Let me just preface this Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus review.