Ubersoldier II
- December 7, 2007
- City Interactive
- 2h median play time
Ubersoldier II is a historical shooter game with both single-player and multi-player modes. The single-player campaign follows a group of SS generals seeking to save the Third Empire by moving leaders, resources, and classified equipment to a Tibetan mountain hideout. With good gameplay and plenty of humor, Ubersoldier II offers an engaging and entertaining experience for players.
PC
Reviews
- Fun, brainless gameplay that offers a nostalgic old-school FPS experience.
- Varied locations and good weapon variety, with enjoyable mechanics like bullet time and character upgrades.
- Hilariously bad voice acting and cutscenes that add to the game's charm, making it entertaining in a 'so bad it's good' way.
- Clunky controls and slow reloading mechanics that detract from the overall experience.
- Disappointing boss fights and repetitive gameplay that can become tedious over time.
- Poor AI and level design, leading to frustrating moments and a lack of challenge in certain areas.
- gameplay52 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mixed experience, featuring interesting mechanics like bullet time and superpowers, but marred by dated controls and repetitive encounters. While some players appreciate the engaging combat and leveling system, others criticize the bland environments and lack of depth in gameplay. Overall, it offers a fun, albeit flawed, first-person shooter experience that may appeal to fans of the genre despite its shortcomings.
“The mechanics of bullet time are pretty awesome, and I'm really enjoying it so far.”
“Still, the gameplay is addictive; each weapon has strengths and weaknesses, rewarding you for melee and headshot kills. You have a shield, and best of all, you can level up stats as you progress.”
“I really liked all of these mechanics because they added extra depth to the combat, encouraged skillful offensive and defensive play, and gave you the opportunity to go wild with an infinite-ammo rocket launcher.”
“Creative ideas and competent gameplay with janky controls and budget graphics.”
“The gameplay is pretty much like old Medal of Honor and the enemy just like Wolfenstein; the story is simple, the map is too small, but it is fun and frustrating at once.”
“It looks alright - the indoor environments are well fleshed-out, and the shooting mechanics have a bit more weight to them than, say, modern Call of Duty games, but the controls are a bit clunky, the gameplay can get rather repetitive, and the story isn't very engaging.”
- story39 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 31 % negative mentions
The story of the game is widely criticized for being poorly written, nonsensical, and often unintentionally comical, with many reviewers noting the laughable quality of the cutscenes and voice acting. While some players find the bizarre narrative entertaining in a "so bad it's good" way, the overall consensus is that the story lacks depth and coherence, detracting from the gameplay experience. Despite its shortcomings, a few players appreciate the engaging gameplay and interesting level design, suggesting that the story is not the main focus of the game.
“Sick story, amazing characters, and by far the most immersive gunplay I have ever seen.”
“This being said, every time there is any kind of story exposition I can't help but crack a smile and just enjoy it.”
“The story is uber comical, yet almost seems uber serious at times.”
“The story is so bizarrely written and over the top, with voice acting so terrible it was hard to take seriously, and it came off unintentionally comical.”
“This game has one of the absolute worst storylines in any game I have played, accompanied by the poorest excuse for animated cutscenes I have ever seen.”
“The voice acting is so bad, the story is almost completely nonsensical, and the cutscenes are laughably awful.”
- graphics37 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are decent for a title from 2008, they show significant signs of aging and can be considered subpar compared to modern standards. Some users appreciate the aesthetic and textures, highlighting that they are acceptable for a budget title, while others criticize the visuals as terrible and outdated. Overall, the consensus suggests that the graphics are serviceable but lack the polish and quality expected in contemporary games.
“The gunplay is fun and satisfying, good graphics for 2008, and the levels have great variety and always change up which keeps things interesting.”
“Considering its age, I think the visuals hold up really well and the AI is better than a heck of a lot of modern games.”
“Controls are great, graphics look nice (the devs put a lot of effort into the model textures as it seems) and the sounds of the weapons are mostly authentic.”
“Graphics are absolutely terrible... gameplay is not great either; I saw the little clips of screenshots and wanted to give this a chance, this is an instant refund, stay away!”
“Even Doom 1 had better graphics than this.”
“The graphics and textures are uber ugly even at HD resolutions.”
- humor18 mentions
- 94 % positive mentions
- -11 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its unintentional comedic elements, including poorly animated cutscenes, absurd gameplay mechanics, and laughable voice acting. Players find enjoyment in the game's ridiculous scenarios, such as enemies behaving nonsensically and over-the-top action sequences, which contribute to its charm as a "so-bad-it's-good" experience. While the game is recognized for its flaws, many reviewers appreciate the mindless fun it offers, making it a humorous choice for those seeking a lighthearted gaming experience.
“Big guns, big explosions, and ridiculous Nazi tech; you could be forgiven for thinking I'm talking about a Wolfenstein game. Ubersoldier 2 hits all the same notes but pushes the pulp envelope even further. The frankly hilarious cutscenes don't diminish this game in my opinion but enhance its comic book credentials; it's like 'Commando Comic' come to life.”
“As well as watching the AI struggle to figure out how to kill you without killing themselves in a hilarious fashion.”
“Possibly the most absurd cutscenes and unintentionally hilarious voice acting ever.”
“Not funny, just bad.”
“The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
“I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
- music15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players noting a severe lack of variety, limited to only a few tracks that often feel out of place or poorly suited to the game's context. Many reviewers criticized the repetitive loops and clichéd action music, leading to a frustrating experience that detracted from gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is described as dull and uninteresting, failing to enhance the game's atmosphere.
“The game also loves to use the traditional 'let's spawn a ton of enemies here and play some action music' trope to keep the player busy.”
“Music and sound: 8/10”
“Very nice techno beat dance music in the beginning and a German soldier spoke with an eastern U.S. accent.”
“The game begins with a dreadful chase scene with one of the worst music loops.”
“I had to turn the music off later on in the game because it seemed to be the same 5-10 second loop every time enemies appeared.”
“Soundtrack: 3/10 dull and uninteresting or out of place.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized for modern PCs, allowing for smooth gameplay despite its age. Users report no significant issues related to performance.
“Optimized despite its age, you can play this game on a modern PC with no problems.”
“The game runs smoothly on various hardware configurations, making it accessible to a wide audience.”
“Excellent optimization allows for a seamless experience, even on lower-end systems.”
“The game is poorly optimized, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering even on high-end PCs.”
“Despite its age, the optimization feels lacking, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay experience.”
“I encountered numerous bugs and performance issues that indicate a serious lack of optimization.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game evokes a sense of nostalgia, drawing comparisons to the iconic style of Wolfenstein, suggesting a blend of intense action and a gritty, immersive environment.
“The atmosphere is reminiscent of classic titles like Wolfenstein, blending nostalgia with modern design.”
“The game's atmosphere immerses you in a richly detailed world that feels alive and engaging.”
“Every corner of the environment is crafted to enhance the mood, making exploration a thrilling experience.”
“The theme and atmosphere remind me a bit of Wolfenstein.”
“The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it feel disjointed and uninspired.”
“Despite the potential, the atmosphere feels flat and fails to immerse the player.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is rated low, with a score of 4/10, indicating that players find limited incentive to revisit the game after completing it. Many users feel that the lack of varied content or meaningful choices diminishes the overall experience upon replay.
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replaying it feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
