Sniper Elite 4 Review (Hunter)
This game lets you slow down and carefully plan how to eliminate the fascist squad guarding those crucial documents you need. Moving stealthily through the beautifully crafted, natural-looking environments, you’re free to approach each mission however you like, rather than being forced down a rigid, linear path.
The stunning visuals, immersive landscapes, and atmospheric audio pull you right into the world. The tension rises as Karl’s heartbeat races when enemies hear your shots and start searching for you. The way the German and Italian voices of approaching enemies blend seamlessly with the sounds of rustling trees and chirping birds adds another layer of realism. On top of that, the dynamic soundtrack shifts with the action—building suspense when you're hidden and intensifying as you sprint for cover under enemy fire.
The mission objectives—retrieving documents, blowing up bridges, and more—stay engaging because there are multiple ways to complete them. You can go in guns blazing or sneak through undetected like a ghost. As I played more, I discovered even deeper tactical elements, like using mines, decoys, and distractions to mislead enemies and shift their focus.
The only real annoyance I had was with the auto-save system, which sometimes saves right after I’ve been exposed, leaving me scrambling for safety every time I reload. Also, the AI can be a bit odd in alert mode, with enemies occasionally sliding strangely while running for cover or taking cover in bizarre spots.
And of course, the slow-motion x-ray kill cam? Absolutely satisfying after landing a perfect long-range shot.
7/10— Recommended!