Summary
- Release Year: 2012
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Sniper Elite V2: The Landwehr Canal is a downloadable content (DLC) pack for the 2012 video game Sniper Elite V2. The DLC pack includes a new single-player mission, three new weapons, and a new multiplayer map.
The new single-player mission, also titled “The Landwehr Canal,” tasks players with taking out three German generals as they convene in night-time Berlin. The mission is set in a large, open-ended environment that allows players to approach the objective in a variety of ways. Players must use their stealth and sniping skills to take out the generals without being detected.
The three new weapons included in the DLC pack are the Lee Enfield Mk. III sniper rifle, the Japanese Type 99 sniper rifle, and the MP44 submachine gun. The Lee Enfield Mk. III is a powerful bolt-action rifle with a high rate of accuracy. The Japanese Type 99 is a semi-automatic rifle with a faster rate of fire, but with less accuracy. The MP44 is a compact and versatile submachine gun that is ideal for close-quarters combat.
The new multiplayer map, also titled “The Landwehr Canal,” is a medium-sized map set in a bombed-out industrial area. The map features a variety of different vantage points and hiding spots, making it ideal for both sniping and close-quarters combat.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Sniper Elite V2: The Landwehr Canal is similar to that of the main game. Players take control of Karl Fairburne, a sniper tasked with assassinating key German officers and sabotaging their operations. The game features a variety of different missions, each with its own unique objectives.
Players must use their stealth and sniping skills to complete the missions. They can use a variety of different weapons and gadgets to help them, including sniper rifles, pistols, and explosives. The game also features a slow-motion “X-ray kill cam” that allows players to see the damage their bullets do to their targets.
Reception
Sniper Elite V2: The Landwehr Canal received positive reviews from critics. IGN praised the DLC pack’s new mission, weapons, and map, saying that it “offers a solid chunk of new content for fans of the game.” GameSpot also praised the DLC pack, saying that it “expands on the already excellent Sniper Elite V2 with a new mission, new weapons, and a new multiplayer map.”
Overall
Sniper Elite V2: The Landwehr Canal is a worthwhile DLC pack for fans of the main game. It offers a new mission that is challenging and fun, three new weapons that are a blast to use, and a new multiplayer map that is perfect for both sniping and close-quarters combat.
Tips for Playing Sniper Elite V2: The Landwehr Canal
- Use your stealth skills to your advantage. Stay hidden and avoid being detected by the enemy.
- Take your time and plan your shots carefully. One well-placed shot is better than a dozen missed shots.
- Use the environment to your advantage. Use cover to protect yourself from enemy fire, and use vantage points to get a clear shot at your targets.
- Be patient. Don’t rush into things. Take your time and wait for the perfect opportunity to strike.
- Experiment with the different weapons and gadgets. Find the ones that work best for you and use them to your advantage.
Review Score
8.5/10
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