Sniper Elite 4

Sniper Elite 4

Rebellion

activeReleased Feb 13, 2017steam

Discover unrivalled sniping freedom in the largest and most advanced World War 2 shooter ever built. Experience tactical third-person combat, gameplay choice and epic longshots across gigantic levels as you liberate wartime Italy from the grip of Fascism.

Year 8

Feb 13, 2024 - Feb 13, 2025

16 changes

Sniper Elite: Resistance launched on January 30, 2025, marking the biggest content drop in this period. This expansion introduced a new operative, Harry Hawker, and a full-length campaign set on the French coastline. Alongside these, several new features and modes enhanced the gameplay experience.

  • New Operative: Players can now assume the role of Harry Hawker, an agent of the Special Operations Executive (SOE).
  • New Campaign: The Sniper Elite: Resistance campaign allows players to continue their missions against Axis forces.
  • Deluxe Edition Content: The Deluxe Edition includes the classic M1911 Pistol and grants two days of early access.
  • Pre-order Bonuses: Pre-ordering the expansion provided a bonus Target Führer campaign mission, an additional weapon skin, and the Karabiner 98 Rifle.
  • Standalone Campaign Features: The expansion features a standalone campaign playable in both single-player and co-op modes.
  • New Missions: Players can engage in Propaganda Missions, where they step into the shoes of a French Resistance fighter and locate unique posters to unlock missions.
  • Axis Invasion Feature: The Axis Invasion feature returned with new campaign challenges, adding to the game's replayability.
  • Multiplayer Modes: Various multiplayer modes were available, including Deathmatch, No-Cross, and Survival, alongside the fan-favorite Invasion Mode.
  • Authentic Arsenal: The game included an authentic arsenal of World War II weaponry, featuring both fan favorites and new additions.
  • Weapon Customization: Players gained the ability to customize and upgrade weapons to fit their playstyle.
  • Return of X-ray Kill Cam: The iconic X-ray kill cam returned, showcasing the destructive power of each shot.
  • Adversarial Multiplayer Mode: Players could take their skills online with various adversarial multiplayer options.
  • Expanded Arsenal: New weapons were added to the inventory, enhancing mission success.

Year 7

Feb 13, 2023 - Feb 13, 2024

0 changes
Nothing notable this year.

Year 6

Feb 13, 2022 - Feb 13, 2023

45 changes

Sniper Elite 5 launched on May 26, 2022, bringing a wealth of new content and features to the franchise, including full crossplay functionality and expanded multiplayer modes. The introduction of Invasion Mode allowed players to invade others' campaigns, adding a new layer of gameplay.

  • New Game Release: Sniper Elite 5 became available on multiple platforms, including Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation 4 & 5, and Steam.
  • Crossplay Features: The game introduced full crossplay for co-op, Invasion Mode, and adversarial multiplayer across all platforms.
  • Enhanced Campaign Mechanics: Players experienced improved campaign features, including real-world locations and side missions.
  • Invasion Mode: This mode allowed players to invade another player's campaign as an Axis sniper, enhancing competitive gameplay.
  • Weapon Customization: Players gained access to weapon customization via workbenches, allowing for modifications to suit individual playstyles.
  • New Multiplayer Progression System: The multiplayer mode featured its own progression system, separate from the campaign, providing unique unlocks.

Year 5

Feb 13, 2021 - Feb 13, 2022

3 changes

Invasion Mode launched on January 25, 2022, adding a significant new gameplay experience to Sniper Elite 4. This mode allows players to invade each other's campaigns as Axis Snipers, introducing unique mechanics and rewards. Alongside this, players can now utilize AI forces to track down Allied players, enhancing the tactical depth of the invasion.

  • Unique Skills: Axis invaders can leverage AI forces to locate and hunt down Allied players, providing new strategic opportunities.
  • Rewards System: Completing objectives in Invasion Mode grants players various rewards, including weapons, items, and skins.

Year 4

Feb 13, 2020 - Feb 13, 2021

0 changes
Nothing notable this year.

Year 3

Feb 13, 2019 - Feb 13, 2020

40 changes

Four new campaign missions launched on October 21, 2019, expanding the single-player and co-op experience in Sniper Elite 4. This update introduced missions like Target: Führer, enhancing the narrative depth of the game. Additionally, the Sniper Elite V2 Remastered release on May 13, 2019, brought a wealth of new content, including all previous DLC and expanded multiplayer capabilities.

  • New Campaign Missions: Four missions added, including Target: Führer, for 1-2 players.
  • Sniper Elite V2 Remastered: Launched with improved graphics, new playable characters, and all previous DLC included.
  • New Characters: Introduced 8 new playable characters from Rebellion’s Zombie Army series.
    • More Characters: 9 new characters added for multiplayer and cooperative modes.
  • Expanded Multiplayer: Multiplayer now supports up to 16 players, with 7 unique modes including Deathmatch and Capture the Flag.
  • Photo Mode: A new photo mode was added, allowing players to capture stunning in-game moments frame-by-frame.
  • Enhanced Visuals: The remastered version showcased incredible visuals with modernized rendering and updated assets.

Year 2

Feb 13, 2018 - Feb 13, 2019

0 changes
Nothing notable this year.

Year 1

Feb 13, 2017 - Feb 13, 2018

232 changes

Deathstorm Part 3: Obliteration launched on July 18, 2017, marking the final chapter of the Deathstorm mini-campaign in Sniper Elite 4. This update also introduced a new survival map and a multiplayer map, enhancing the game's content significantly. Additionally, the Night Fighter Expansion Pack arrived earlier in March, featuring new weapons and character skins.

  • DLC Releases:

    • Deathstorm Part 1: Inception launched on March 21, 2017, as the first chapter of the Deathstorm mini-campaign.
    • Deathstorm Part 2: Infiltration was released on April 25, 2017, continuing the mini-campaign storyline.
    • Night Fighter Expansion Pack launched on March 9, 2017, adding three new weapons and skins for eight weapons.
  • New Content:

    • New Multiplayer Map: Bunker became available on July 18, 2017, playable in various modes.
    • New Survival Map: Facility was also released on July 18, 2017, supporting solo and co-op play.
    • New Game Mode: Capture the Flag was introduced on April 25, 2017, expanding multiplayer options.
  • Gameplay Improvements:

    • The Authentic Plus Difficulty mode was added on July 18, 2017, increasing the challenge for players.
    • Elimination Multiplayer Mode debuted on March 21, 2017, allowing for new team-based strategies.
  • Balance Changes:

    • AI behavior was adjusted to improve challenge and realism, with changes made to aggression levels and tagging difficulty.
  • Quality of Life Updates:

    • New options for custom reticle selection and faster ammo pickup collection were introduced, enhancing user experience.