Sniper Elite: Resistance Reviews
It looks like Rebellion Studio played it safe with Sniper Elite: Resistance instead of pushing the series forward. Rather than building on what made Sniper Elite great, they went for a stripped-down version, and the result is a fairly basic, uninspired game. It’s not necessarily bad, but it’s more of a short-lived distraction than something truly memorable.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Sniper Elite: Resistance offers tactical stealth and satisfying sniping gameplay with a new protagonist, Harry Hawker, leading the charge. While the story leans on familiar WWII tropes, the game’s open-ended missions and strong level design keep the experience engaging. With replayable content and additional modes like Axis Invasion, the game delivers plenty for fans of the series, even if it sticks to its well-worn formula.
The Sniper Elite franchise itself is a whole lot of fun and a very different take on the World War era than most first-person shooter games. With the freedom to tackle each mission in whichever way you want, not to mention that it is already on Game Pass for Xbox and PC players, you have no reason not to jump in, have some fun, and shoot some Nazis in the testicles.
Sniper Elite: Resistance is as enjoyable as any other Sniper Elite game out there and offers the best of all options, especially if you’re new to the series. For those returning from Sniper Elite 5, you may find this a tad disappointing as the game feels very similar and, beyond the campaign, doesn’t offer a whole lot that’s new. That said, between the multiplayer options, the medal upgrades and amount of collectibles per mission, as well as forthcoming DLC you’re going to have a great time here and for a healthy, sustained period of time while you wait for SE6.
Sniper Elite: Resistance doesn't make many changes to the series, but it isn't supposed to. Rebellion's World War II series is about sound, alternative gameplay, and efficient fighting, not Hollywood dramatization. Resistance adheres to that premise but doesn’t do anything extra special to stick out.
Sniper Elite: Resistance offers an enjoyable experience that combines sniping and military tactics in a realistic and thrilling atmosphere. Despite its strengths in environmental design and diverse missions, it suffers from some technical issues that might affect the experience for some players. If you’re a fan of sniper games and enjoy strategic challenges, you’ll find this game worth your attention, while keeping in mind the possibility of encountering a few technical obstacles during gameplay.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Sniper Elite: Resistance is here, and it's not reinventing the wheel. It is the same craft that we've seen, with a more cheerful protagonist, in different locales. But that's not a bad thing, as Rebellion have only striven to improve the head-popping formula that they clearly care about. Another trip back behind enemy lines, Resistance is just as fun as any of the Sniper Elite's before it.
As a spin-off, Sniper Elite: Resistance bears a strong resemblance to the franchise's last main opus. As a result, series regulars are unlikely to feel the same excitement as new players. Especially as the main campaign is rather short and the multiplayer modes will not appeal to everyone. While it's still just as satisfying to pull off precision shots, the rigid gameplay of close-quarters combat is starting to show its age. It's hard, therefore, to fall completely in love with the game, even if I'm convinced that a portion of the community will appreciate it.
Review in French | Read full review
While Sniper Elite: Resistance offer the same gameplay hook that we're all accustomed to, it also comes with a bonus of derivative level design and barebones campaign.
Nevertheless, it's hard to escape the impression that Sniper Elite: Resistance is one of the laziest games I've encountered in recent times. It's OK, but nothing more than that - it gives the impression of empty sequel, a production in which neither heart nor passion was put. It's a game created at low cost, just to spend something and make money on fans of the series. Yes, you can have fun with it, but at the same time it disappoints on almost every level.
Review in Polish | Read full review
Sniper Elite: Resistance does not contain too much innovation in comparison to a previous game in this series. Someone can claim that this game is more like expansion than standalone game. SE: Resistance provides a new story with new SOE agent. Alas, used game engine looks little outdated, but game is still quite funny and interesting. For fans of this series it is an instant choice, mostly because SE: Resistance is part of Xbox Game Pass subscription from day one of its release.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Sniper Elite Resistance is yet again a great addition to the series. Hats off to the team over at Rebellion for sticking to what works and building on an already amazing and fun franchise.
Is the game fun? Yes. Is it in any way innovative? No. If you love the series and just want to keep blasting Nazis to kingdom come - then you'll definitely have fun here. But, if you're looking for new and exciting twists to the worn-out formula, you'll be disappointed.
Review in German | Read full review
Sniper Elite: Resistance combines its incredible single-player experience with some clever multiplayer features, making a game that is truly fun to play, even with its lackluster enemy AI.
Sniper Elite: Resistance still hits its mark when it comes to tactical sniping and stealth, but after so many missions, the series feels like it’s stuck in its own crosshairs—it’s time for a fresh shot at innovation.
After so many games, the Sniper Elite series is starting to languish and the next entry needs to show some marked improvement. For now, though, Sniper Elite: Resistance is another fun entry in one of AA gaming’s best champions.
Rebellion's latest instalment in the Sniper Elite franchise, Resistance, is a solid entry that will undoubtedly satisfy longtime fans of the series.
Sniper Elite: Resistance is available on Day One on Game Pass, and that’s how I’d recommend anyone but the most ardent fan of the series plays it. At $60 MSRP it’s a big ask for something that can be completed in a night or two. While there is some replay value on offer there isn’t enough new here for those familiar with the series to warrant a full purchase. If you love Sniper Elite and want more though, then you’ll find nothing here to displease you.
Sniper Elite: Resistance, despite the familiar mold and a game model that in several respects seems far too derivative from its predecessors, nevertheless has a unique soul that hides little surprises and that are sought after by a great many players who love the genre: The improved AI that can really challenge the player this time, optional objectives (real objectives and not just secondary ones), alternate routes that allow you to reach the objective marked on the map in a different way, a variety of firearms (customizable and upgradable). Add to this the numerous online modes, including the much-loved “Axis Invasion” (which we found a bit unbalanced) and the cooperative player option -- net of more than a few missteps in terms of graphics (a sharp change of course is urgently needed) -- and you have on your hands a good package that will allow you to experience for the first time an exciting new sniper campaign as Harry Hawker.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Sniper Elite: Resistance doesn’t reinvent the wheel but still delivers an exhilarating sniping experience. The freedom to approach levels in your creative way, the excitement of the invasions, and the buzz of pulling off a kill and seeing its vicious impact with the x-ray kill cam ensures it’s always a blast to play, and whilst its familiar setting and safe design choices might not push the series forward, fans of the franchise will still find plenty to enjoy. Whether you’re a long-time sharpshooter or a newcomer to the series, Sniper Elite: Resistance offers enough variety, freedom, and thrills to keep players hooked in until those damn Nazis have been dealt with once again.