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During the highly anticipated Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024, game studio Rebellion dropped a bombshell that has fans excited. The developer revealed their next big project,Sniper Elite: Resistance,a fresh installment in the belovedSniper Eliteseries.
The game brings a lot to the table, offering players a fresh perspective within theSniper Eliteuniverse. This time, usual protagonist Karl Fairburne steps aside, allowing new protagonist Harry Hawker to take the lead.
New Adventures in Sniper Elite: Resistance
Unlike the previous numbered entries,this game takes a different approach, focusing on a new protagonist, Harry Hawker, an agent of the Special Operations Executive (SOE). The story dives into the dark and treacherous world of occupied France during World War II.
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Hawker stumbles upon a terrifying Nazi Wunderwaffe, a weapon that, if unleashed, could change the course of the war. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, players must navigate through this intense standalone campaign that runs parallel to the events ofSniper Elite 5.
As Hawker, players will experience the gritty reality of World War II espionage once again, facing deadly foes and uncovering dark secrets. The game’s developers have emphasized that this installment will push the boundaries of what fans have come to expect, with advanced gunplay physics that aim to make each shot feel more impactful and authentic.
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The game also brings back the popular Invasion Mode. Additionally, multiplayer enthusiasts have something to look forward to, with online modes returning, so there’s plenty of content for both solo and competitive playstyles.
A Mixed Reception to Last-Gen Support
While the reveal ofSniper Elite: Resistancewas met with widespread excitement, some fans voiced concerns about the game’s cross-generation release. The game is set to launch in 2025 and will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Game Pass Day One.
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However, it will also be available on last-gen consoles, including the Xbox One and PlayStation 4, nearly five years into the current-gen console lifecycle.
Some gamers have expressed frustration, feeling that the continued support for older hardware might hold back the game’s potential.
Wish they stop making Ps4/Xbox one games, its a antique. No wonder games are lacking
As one commenter pointed out, the reliance on outdated technology could limit the advancements in graphics and gameplay that newer consoles are capable of delivering.
Despite these concerns,the allure of a newSniper Eliteadventureand the promise of advanced features have left many eager to dive into this new chapter, regardless of the platform they play on.
Are you looking forward to this game? Let us know in the comments below!
Suhaib Adeel
Gaming Writer
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Suhaib is a Gaming Writer at FandomWire. He’s extremely passionate about video games and movies, and loves working in the pop culture space. Some of his favorite games include Fallout: New Vegas, Disco Elysium, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Red Dead Redemption 2, Persona 5, Final Fantasy XII, Dishonored, The Last of Us Part II, and Bloodborne.
