Sniper Elite: Nazi Zombie Army 2

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"Sniper Elite: Nazi Zombie Army 2" is a horror shooter game with a co-op campaign for up to 4 players, where you fight your way through zombie-infested Berlin to secure sacred artifacts. The game boasts new enemies, environments, and the return of the X-ray kill cam. Despite some bugs, it offers a delightful atmosphere, good plot, amazing mechanics, splendid visuals, and plenty of humor. Play solo or with friends for a terrifyingly intense experience.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,246 reviews

story31 positive mentions

optimization5 negative mentions

Great game to play with friends in co-op.
Interesting story and good graphics.
Satisfying slow-motion kill shots and fun gameplay.

Hard to join any game unless you have friends to play.
Some maps in single player are harder on easy difficulty.
Game can feel repetitive and short, lacking significant new content.

story
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally viewed as weak and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting it serves primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a compelling narrative. While some players appreciate the continuation of the plot from previous titles and find it enjoyable in a co-op setting, others criticize it for being repetitive, shallow, and filled with plot holes. Overall, the consensus is that while the game can be fun with friends, it does not deliver a strong or engaging story experience.
- “Overall, amazing game, great graphics and a good storyline.”
- “The game is with a good story to it, even beats Call of Duty zombies in so many ways.”
- “I like the storyline too... yeah it's simple, but not bad... and also like the idea of how zombies come into existence... not kind of virus but something occult!!!”
- “The plot of the game goes ahead, but just like in the first chapter, that's more like a pretext to make you face Nazi zombies together with your friends.”
- “The story is somewhat lacking; when playing through it, it didn’t feel like there was much point, and it doesn’t really force the story upon you.”
- “If you're looking for a deep, complex storyline with many plot twists and incredible character development, you will not get it from this game.”
graphics
99 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the detailed visuals, atmospheric design, and impressive effects, particularly in slow-motion killcams. However, several users report significant performance issues, including lag and poor optimization, especially on lower-end systems, which detracts from the overall experience. While some find the graphics to be a highlight, others feel that they are merely average or not sufficiently improved from previous installments.
- “Tons of fun and well put together, both challenging and great to play with great graphics and audio.”
- “The graphics and sound are fantastic and satisfying to a fault as you will get so caught up in the beauty of it that you will not notice the suicide bomber breaking your line running into your sniper position and blowing you and your team to hell.”
- “Brilliant gameplay, great graphics with good optimization, great fun with a few friends!”
- “Sure, its graphics are meh, but who gives a f*** about graphics anyway? It's an awesome game.”
- “This game has too much lag even with low settings. My graphic card is GTX 940M GDDR5 and it works fine on high-end games like Resident Evil 7 and Crysis 3. So why not this game? I just simply wasted my money on a game which I can't even play properly. I want my refund, please.”
- “As much as I loved the series, I cannot endorse or recommend getting this game as it's extremely unoptimized. The game is not capable of achieving even a decent frame rate at the lowest graphical settings despite my PC surpassing the recommended system requirements.”
gameplay
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the solid shooting mechanics and enjoyable co-op experience, while others criticize the repetitive nature and lack of innovation compared to previous titles. Players appreciate the crisp gunplay and atmospheric graphics, but some find the cover mechanics clunky and the overall gameplay somewhat monotonous. Despite its flaws, the game offers a fun and challenging experience, especially when played with friends.
- “Awesome game with really solid gameplay and cool atmosphere.”
- “The gameplay is amazing, and you get this great feeling while playing the game.”
- “Brilliant gameplay, great graphics with good optimization, great fun with a few friends!”
- “Don't get me started on stupid collectibles that are only supposed to artificially extend gameplay time.”
- “Gameplay has gotten zero changes from the father-title Sniper Elite V2.”
- “The co-op shooter could get dull, however, with little to no varying game mechanics to be seen after unlocking and equipping a few different guns; its sequel may as well have been a DLC expansion to the original.”
atmosphere
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and tense qualities, enhanced by excellent lighting, sound design, and a nostalgic 80s aesthetic reminiscent of classic horror films. Players appreciate the grim and creepy ambiance, which effectively contributes to the overall gameplay experience, particularly in co-op modes. While some find the atmosphere less terrifying, it remains a strong point, creating a captivating and engaging environment throughout the game.
- “The lighting and atmosphere is extremely well done in this game.”
- “The grim, gloomy atmosphere and fantastic ambient sound really added to the 'last man/men alive' feel.”
- “Amazing grim atmosphere mainly because of excellent sound effects and Romero-like music when you push one note every 30 seconds, but it works really well.”
- “However, I found this game not terrifying while it does give us an atmosphere of fear; this can be good (or bad) for the players trying to play through the campaign.”
- “The sniping is really fun and rewarding, allowing you to feel good at video games for a little bit, and the atmospheres are creepy and diverse, but that's about it.”
- “Graphics are acceptable, and whilst it isn't as fluid as Left 4 Dead, it does have a lot more atmosphere - all of it being oppressive and pretty scary in parts.”
music
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its eerie 80's synth soundtrack, which enhances the atmospheric experience reminiscent of classic horror films. Players appreciate how the music contributes to immersion, creating a grim yet enjoyable backdrop for gameplay, although some find certain tracks unsettling after extended play. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the game's strongest features, effectively complementing the action and setting.
- “I can live with it, but I've been simply struck by the 80's synth music and that foggy atmosphere that really reminds me of Carpenter's movies.”
- “The soundtrack gives me nightmares; 10/10 would insomnia again.”
- “Music and sound have the right tone, so it gives us players the immersion we're after; therefore, it's well done.”
- “Shame about the music though.”
- “Until you play through like 4+ levels, and realize that the music soundtracks... ambient sounds... Hitler's little frantic demonic time looped yelling?”
- “Not much has changed, even the main menu and the music is the same.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, particularly on lower-end hardware like the GTX 1050. While some users noted that the game runs smoothly on older systems, the overall consensus is that it is poorly optimized, leading to lag and unplayable conditions even at the lowest settings. Despite some improvements in later versions, many still find the optimization lacking compared to other titles in the series.
- “Enemies reminding of Painkiller demons, great gun physics, good visual effects, outstanding optimization [runs smoothly on a 7-year-old desktop, medium details].”
- “Rebellion has learned from their mistakes and created a more fine-tuned, optimized game compared to the original; however, the original is still amazing as well.”
- “The game runs smoothly and headshotting waves of zombies never gets old.”
- “As much as I loved the NZA series from first playing its remastered version of Zombie Army Trilogy (ZAT), I cannot endorse or recommend getting NZA2 as it's very, if not extremely, unoptimized. The game is not capable of achieving even a decent frame rate at the lowest graphical settings despite the specs of my PC surpassing the recommended system requirements.”
- “This game is not optimized at all for PC; the lag ruins the game and makes it unplayable.”
- “It could be fun if it wasn't ruined by the terrible optimization.”
humor
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both funny and entertaining, especially in multiplayer settings. Many highlight the absurdity of situations, such as goofy enemies and unexpected glitches, which contribute to a lighthearted experience. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with gameplay, making it enjoyable for both solo and group play.
- “Game runs smooth and you'll find yourself laughing and screaming with your buddies.”
- “With goofy Nazi-satanic zombies, spooky skeletons, hilariously campy set dressing, and a crazy last boss, this game takes the cake.”
- “Overall, a very playable game for the majority of shooter fanatics, both beginners and pros. It has some really funny in-game surprises and an intense musical experience throughout the game!”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent glitches, bugs, and freezing issues, particularly at startup and during multiplayer sessions. While some users found the gameplay enjoyable despite these problems, others experienced significant frustration due to pathing issues and performance drops, especially with certain hardware configurations. Overall, stability appears to be a major concern, detracting from the overall experience for many players.
- “Another issue that I have faced in my brief experience in the game is the buggy pathing of the zombie AIs, where they get stuck at certain locations, such as trying to walk up a staircase because their pathing collides with a wall.”
- “This game always freezes at the start when it shows 'Rebellion'.”
- “Only downside is that the game doesn't seem to like Crossfire very much; it freezes the whole PC from time to time when Crossfire is enabled.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed among reviewers. While some enjoy the fun scenarios and co-op gameplay, many criticize the lack of randomization and short campaign length, leading to limited replay value. A few players find enjoyment in competing for high scores or playing with friends, suggesting that replayability can vary based on personal preferences and play styles.
- “Also, surprise replay value going for the high scores on the leaderboard.”
- “Seems to have plenty of replayability to it.”
- “Good graphics (x-ray bullet-cam is awesome), eerie soundtrack (think 70's zombie films), creepy, good stylistic choices, and gives you that 'all hope is lost' feeling as the zombie army marches towards you, whilst still being damned fun to play, with great replay value.”
- “It tries to be L4D but it has no good qualities of it; there is no randomization, so you always know what's coming after you played it once, therefore no replayability.”
- “Great game, but once you finish it, it doesn't have much replay value.”
- “Horrible... short campaign and no replay value at all. The only reason I got it was because a friend wanted to play it and it was only a couple bucks. I should have spent that on a cookie instead; at least I would have enjoyed it longer than I did this crappy game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, as it primarily involves mowing down endless waves of zombies without much variation. Familiarity with level layouts can exacerbate the monotony, making quick runs feel even more laborious.
- “There's no long-distance sniping involved; maybe a few long-distance shots at enemy zombie snipers. It's just constant mowing down hordes upon hordes coming at you, which can get very tedious and boring after a while.”
- “If you've already played that game (like I have), then you already know the layouts of all the levels here, making a quick run-through even more tedious.”
character development
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Character development in this game is largely criticized, with reviewers noting a basic storyline that lacks depth and complexity. Players seeking intricate character arcs and significant growth will likely be disappointed.
- “The storyline is really basic, and there is hardly any character development.”
- “Character development feels non-existent, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The lack of depth in character development leaves the story feeling flat and unengaging.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of this sequel has been criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling misled by the marketing that emphasizes a solo campaign mode, which is reportedly nearly unplayable alone due to overwhelming enemy numbers and limited ammunition.
- “Overall, this is a poor sequel and feels more like a cash grab.”
- “They sell you a product advertising a solo campaign mode, failing to mention or advertise in any form that said campaign mode is virtually impossible to complete on your own due to overwhelming numbers of enemies and a typical scarcity of ammunition.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game resonates deeply with players, evoking powerful feelings of nostalgia and familial bonds, particularly in moments that highlight the stakes of personal choices and their impact on loved ones.
- “I was about 10 years old when my mother said to him, 'If you ever want to see your grandchildren graduate, you have to stop immediately.' Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”