The Sniper Elite series dates back nearly 20 years to 2005. The series has sold more than 30 million units across various releases, generations of consoles, and on PC.
The newest version drops soon. Here is a look at the ten things you should know about Sniper Elite: Resistance.
Sniper Elite: Resistance Release Date
The latest version of the series, Sniper Elite: Resistance, is set to launch on January 30, 2025. There is an early access option for users who pre-order the Deluxe Edition of the game. Those users can gain full access on January 28.
Platforms
Sniper Elite: Resistance will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
Game Pass Availability
Xbox users are getting a special treat with SER. The game will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one of its release. Usually, it takes months for a new release to reach Game Pass.
New Protagonist
Users will now take control of Harry Hawker, an agent of the Special Operations Executive (SOE). Hawker has been a character in the Sniper Elite universe since Sniper Elite 3, which released in 2014. However, SER will mark Hawker’s debut as the lead character.
Setting
SER is set in France during World War II. The events in this version are designed to run alongside the story in Sniper Elite 5. The narrative is set in occupied France during World War II, running parallel to the events of Sniper Elite 5, which released in 2022 and was set in northwest France.
Story
Hawker is charged with preventing the Nazis from developing a powerful weapon called the “Wunderwaffe.” Users can play single or cooperative through the campaign. Here is a look at the reveal trailer:
Gameplay Mechanics
Perhaps no series has ever delved deeper into the mechanics of being an effective sniper. Like previous versions in the series, the developers pushed to deliver unique sniping mechanics and stealth elements wrapped in third-person combat that is consistent with what fans of the series have become accustomed to playing.
SER isn’t going to push your console’s visual excellence capabilities, but that’s never been the draw of the series. SER’s draw will be its gameplay, atmosphere, and focus on stealth and sniper accuracy.
Here is a look at gameplay videos from Game Riot:
Propaganda Missions
The propaganda missions are a cool iteration of side missions. In SER, users complete propaganda missions by collecting propaganda posters throughout the maps that played a significant role in shaping the public narrative during World War II.
Pre-Order Bonuses
SER’s pre-order bonuses consist of a bonus mission: Target Führer, an additional weapon skin, and the Karabiner 98 Rifle. The Deluxe Edition has an additional bonus, which includes the M1911 Pistol and the January 28 access.
Season Pass
Users who purchase the SER season pass will get the following:
- 3 Campaign Missions
- 3 Weapon Packs
- 3 Weapon Skin Packs
- 1 Character Skin Pack
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