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- Bethesda Softworks
- Bethesda Softworks
- Bethesda Softworks
- Bethesda Softworks
Wolfenstein: Youngblood
Released On: Jul 26, 2019
69
2.5
Where to Buy
Where to Buy
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 59 Critic Reviews
69
32% Positive
19 Reviews
19 Reviews
49% Mixed
29 Reviews
29 Reviews
3% Negative
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 59 Critic Reviews
69
32% Positive
19 Reviews
19 Reviews
49% Mixed
29 Reviews
29 Reviews
3% Negative
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
MachineGames continues to raise the overall level of the Wolfenstein franchise, although it could have taken more advantage of the cooperative and there is excessive grinding.
Despite some big changes to the overall formula, Wolfenstein: Youngblood remains another solid entry in a very reliable series. The strong shooting mechanics are accompanied by co-op, which makes things a bit easier and retains the fun of the first game. The lighter story tone may not be to everyone's tastes, but when you consider how dark the last game went, the shift isn't too drastic. The more open approach may break the enemy AI in a few instances, but the newfound freedom over more environments is a fair trade. Shooting fans will like Youngblood, and the appeal only increases when you consider the dearth of co-op games in the genre.
Youngblood's gorgeous, terrible world is worth exploring, despite a slight narrative and oppressively boring progression systems.
The debut of the Blazkowicz sisters does not provide the fully-fledged Wolfenstein experience. Nonetheless it is an action packed, entertaining coop shooter which is definitely worth its 30 Dollar price tag.
Wolfenstein: Youngblood is an aggressively okay co-op shooter that doesn’t come close to recapturing the joy of its predecessor’s action or its surprisingly interesting characters and story. It doesn’t completely fumble the joy of its weapons and abilities or counteract the pleasing sensation of squishing Nazis between your toes, but it does make it harder to enjoy at seemingly every turn with an out-of-place leveling system, busted stealth gameplay, some aggravating boss fights and inadequate checkpoint saves. Frankly, I expected more from the Blazkowicz twins.
Maybe I just expected too much, but I find myself missing the careful balance of story and gameplay that The New Order had down pat. Youngblood makes plenty of strides forward for this series, but it also takes some steps backward that end up hurting the overall package.
If you're looking for combat, which I imagine most fans of a dystopian Nazi-killing game would be, look the other way. Likewise, if you're looking for a great co-op experience to try out with a friend, prepare yourself for disappointment. And if you do end up buying this game, for the love of all that is holy, please turn on your own music.
User Score
Generally Unfavorable
Based on 975 User Ratings
2.5
13% Positive
124 Ratings
124 Ratings
11% Mixed
107 Ratings
107 Ratings
76% Negative
744 Ratings
744 Ratings
User Score
Generally Unfavorable
Based on 975 User Ratings
2.5
13% Positive
124 Ratings
124 Ratings
11% Mixed
107 Ratings
107 Ratings
76% Negative
744 Ratings
744 Ratings
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Summary Wolfenstein®: Youngblood is a brand-new co-op experience from MachineGames, the award-winning studio that developed the critically acclaimed Wolfenstein® II: The New Colossus. Set in 1980, 19 years after BJ Blazkowicz ignited the second American Revolution, Wolfenstein®: Youngblood introduces the next Blazkowicz generation to the fight a...
Platforms:
- Xbox One
- PlayStation 4
- PC
- Nintendo Switch
Initial Release Date: Jul 26, 2019
Developer:
- MachineGames
- Arkane Studios
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
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