Wolfenstein: The Old Blood
- May 5, 2015
- Machine Games
Get on Epic Games StoreWolfenstein: The Old Blood is a standalone prequel to the critically acclaimed first-person action-adventure shooter, Wolfenstein: The New Order. The adventure, which spans eight chapters and two interconnected stories, features the hallmarks of MachineGames – thrilling action, immersive story and intense first-person combat. As war hero B.J. Blazkowicz, arm yourself with new weapons such as the b…
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Reviews
- The game offers a great mix of stealth and action, providing players with rewarding combat experiences.
- Fans of the Wolfenstein franchise will appreciate the modernization of the original gameplay, graphics, and sound effects.
- Despite being shorter than its predecessor, the game maintains high replay value and delivers intense, action-packed gameplay.
- Some stealth sections are frustratingly difficult, particularly in Chapter 4, which can lead to a challenging experience.
- The campaign is relatively short and lacks the depth of character development and pacing found in The New Order.
- The transition to zombie enemies midway through the game feels like a departure from the core experience and may disappoint some players.
- story13 mentions
- 85 % positive mentions
- -8 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The story is generally seen as entertaining and immersive, serving as a solid origin narrative, though it falls short compared to previous titles like "Wolfenstein: The New Order." While some players appreciate the balance of storytelling and action, others note its brevity and reliance on text-based elements, suggesting it could benefit from more cutscenes. Overall, it offers a fun experience, but expectations for depth and gameplay may vary.
“It's an origin story of sorts and does a good job of it.”
“Great graphics, great story and lots of action - good mix of stealth and assault.”
“Awesome, good storyline and great graphics.”
“A lot of the story was text-based; it could have been enhanced with more cutscenes.”
“The story felt short and underdeveloped.”
“While I appreciate the developers, the narrative didn't meet my expectations.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics have received a mixed response, with many praising them as superb and a significant upgrade that modernizes the original game's aesthetic. While some users noted poor graphics, the majority highlighted the impressive visuals that complement the engaging gameplay and sound effects. The combination of great graphics with a compelling story and action elements has been well-received by players.
“They have managed to keep much of the original gameplay while bringing the graphics and sound effects into the 21st century, with all the advances in technology since the original game was released way back when.”
“The graphics are superb.”
“Great graphics, great story and lots of action - good mix of stealth and assault.”
“Graphics were poor...”
“Graphics were poor...”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay retains much of the original experience while modernizing graphics and sound, resulting in smooth mechanics similar to "The New Order." While some users feel it doesn't match the quality of "The New Order" in terms of gameplay and plot, overall, it offers hours of engaging content with top-notch execution.
“They have managed to keep much of the original gameplay while bringing the graphics and sound effects into the 21st century, with all the advances in technology since the original game was released way back when.”
“Haven't completed it yet, but there are hours of gameplay here.”
“The gameplay is smooth and identical to the new order.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its relatively short length, yet it offers significant replay value, encouraging players to return for multiple playthroughs.
“It's relatively short but has lots of replay value.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development in "New Order," highlighting its impeccable pacing that enhances the overall narrative experience.
“The pacing in New Order is impeccable, as well as the character development.”
“The character arcs are incredibly well-written, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
“I love how the choices I make influence the character's growth and relationships throughout the game.”
“The pacing in the new order is impeccable, but the character development feels lacking.”
“Character development is shallow and doesn't provide enough depth to the characters.”
“I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, making it hard to connect with them.”
