Summary
- Release Year: 2003
- Genres: Shooter, Simulator
- Platforms: Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Digital Illusions CE
- Publishers: Aspyr Media, Electronic Arts
Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII
Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII is an expansion pack for the critically acclaimed first-person shooter Battlefield 1942. Developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts, the expansion was released on September 16, 2003 for Windows.
Secret Weapons of WWII adds a variety of new content to the base game, including new maps, weapons, gadgets, and vehicles. The expansion also introduces a new game mode called “Titan,” which is a large-scale battle between two teams of 16 players each.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Secret Weapons of WWII is similar to that of the base game. Players control soldiers from one of four factions: the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Japan. Players can choose from a variety of classes, each with its own unique abilities and weapons.
The new weapons and gadgets in Secret Weapons of WWII are some of the most powerful in the game. The German team, for example, gets access to the Sturmtiger, a heavily armored tank destroyer that can fire a devastating rocket. The American team gets the M1 Garand, a semi-automatic rifle that is much more powerful than the standard issue M1 Carbine.
The new maps in Secret Weapons of WWII are some of the most varied and interesting in the game. The maps are set in a variety of locations, including the beaches of Normandy, the jungles of Burma, and the mountains of Norway.
Titan Mode
Titan mode is a new game mode introduced in Secret Weapons of WWII. In Titan mode, two teams of 16 players each battle to control a massive, heavily armored titan. The titans are armed with a variety of weapons, including cannons, machine guns, and rockets.
The goal of Titan mode is to destroy the enemy team’s titan. To do this, players must first capture control points around the map. Once enough control points have been captured, the attacking team can then spawn a titan.
The titans are extremely powerful, but they are also very slow and vulnerable. To protect the titans, players must use a variety of tactics, such as building sandbags and anti-tank guns.
Reception
Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII was a critical and commercial success. The expansion was praised for its new content, its innovative Titan mode, and its polished gameplay.
Secret Weapons of WWII was also a financial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide. The expansion helped to extend the lifespan of Battlefield 1942 and it is still played by many fans today.
Legacy
Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII is considered to be one of the best expansion packs ever released. The expansion added a significant amount of new content to the base game and it introduced a number of innovative gameplay features.
Secret Weapons of WWII also helped to set the stage for future Battlefield games. The Titan mode, for example, was later expanded upon in Battlefield 2142. The experimental weapons and gadgets in Secret Weapons of WWII also inspired the weapons and gadgets in later Battlefield games.
Conclusion
Battlefield 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII is an essential expansion pack for any fan of the Battlefield series. The expansion adds a ton of new content to the base game and it introduces a number of innovative gameplay features. Secret Weapons of WWII is still played by many fans today and it is considered to be one of the best expansion packs ever released.
Review Score
8.5/10
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