Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus - Nintendo Switch Edition

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In Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus - Nintendo Switch Edition, players must liberate Nazi-controlled America in the 1960s by leading a second American Revolution. As B.J. Blazkowicz, use your arsenal of guns and courage to fight through intense combat and take down enemies. This immersive first-person shooter offers a thrilling and action-packed storyline with a unique alternative history twist.

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus - Nintendo Switch Edition screenshot

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a full experience of Wolfenstein II on the go, making it a must-have for Switch owners looking for a first-person shooter.
Despite graphical downgrades, the gameplay remains challenging and rewarding, with solid gunplay and a compelling story.
The port is technically impressive for the Switch, showcasing the ability to run a AAA shooter on a mobile console.

The handheld mode suffers from poor performance, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
Visual compromises are significant, with reduced textures and resolution compared to other platforms.
The lack of multiplayer and some recurring audio issues may disappoint players looking for a more complete experience.

gameplay
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The gameplay of "Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus" is described as smooth and challenging, particularly when using a pro controller, with features like motion aiming enhancing the experience. Players appreciate the compelling characters and varied gameplay options, although the overall experience can evoke mixed emotions. The game maintains its intensity and quality, even in portable mode, with only minor visual compromises.
- “The game looks solid, the intensity of the original release is still intact, and the gameplay doesn't drop off much when playing it portable.”
- “Compelling characters, gyro aiming, varied gameplay options.”
- “A mixed bag of emotions and gameplay sum up Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus.”
- “A mixed bag of emotions and gameplay sums up Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have undergone a noticeable downgrade to accommodate the Nintendo Switch's capabilities, which may disappoint those who prioritize visual fidelity. However, despite these reductions, the game still delivers an impressive single-player FPS experience, particularly praised for its engaging campaign. Players familiar with the platform's limitations are likely to have tempered expectations regarding the visuals.
- “Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is possibly the best shooter campaign available on the Nintendo Switch, with some impressive graphics.”
- “While its graphical downgrade is hard to miss, that doesn’t detract from the fact that this is the best single-player FPS experience you can have on Switch right now.”
- “A lot in the way of graphical fidelity has been hacked away at in order to get this on Nintendo Switch, but it is quite clear those who are interested in this FPS know exactly what to expect on that front.”
- “If you really care about visuals, you will notice a difference.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; it runs smoothly in docked mode with minor visual compromises, but suffers from poor performance in handheld mode, including choppy aiming with Joy-Cons and cutscene stuttering. Players have reported issues such as delayed rendering and recurring audio problems, which detract from the overall experience. Using a pro controller can enhance gameplay, but the handheld experience remains a significant drawback.
- “Runs smoothly in docked mode with minor visual compromises. Motion aiming is there if you need it (and find it helpful). Gameplay is just as challenging and rewarding, provided you use a pro controller.”
- “Poor performance in handheld mode takes the joy out of playing; the Joy-Cons' short analog sticks make aiming choppy.”
- “Cutscene stuttering and lifeless character models break immersion; delayed rendering on initial loading.”
- “Some recurring audio issues and performance drops in handheld mode at times.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for being brilliantly written and engaging, contributing to an overall solid narrative experience in the game. While some players note pacing and storyline issues, the intense action and compelling plot help elevate it above other titles in the genre, despite the absence of a multiplayer mode.
- “The lack of a multiplayer mode (the versions on other consoles didn’t have one either, so don’t worry about being short-changed) still grates, but with its brilliantly-written story and intense action, not even 2017’s Doom port can stand up to B.J.”
- “Overall solid story.”
- “Despite the obvious visual downgrade, coupled with the pacing and storyline issues, there is still a solid arcade game here that can sit alongside Doom (or maybe the next shelf down).”
replayability
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Players find the game to have significant replayability, highlighting its impressive port and solid gunplay, making it an enjoyable experience to revisit.
- “Wolfenstein on the go! Impressive port with plenty of replay value and solid gunplay.”
- “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and different character builds, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
monetization
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The game features no microtransactions, providing a straightforward experience without additional costs.
- “The game has no microtransactions, which is a refreshing change in today's gaming landscape.”
- “I appreciate that there are no paywalls or hidden costs; everything is accessible through gameplay.”
- “The absence of monetization tactics allows for a more immersive and enjoyable experience.”
- “The game is riddled with microtransactions that feel exploitative.”
- “I can't enjoy the game without being constantly bombarded by ads and offers to spend more money.”
- “It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall, making it frustrating to progress without spending real money.”