The 'best Wolfenstein game' is a matter of opinion. Since 1981, the franchise has thrilled gamers with its WWII storyline and immersive gameplay. From Wolfenstein 3D's intense FPS action to The New Order's narrative-driven intrigue, the series has made its mark on gaming history. Defeating Nazi bad guys never gets old, and fans keep coming back. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or casual player, help rank the Wolfenstein games from best to worst. Each title, from Castle Wolfenstein's stealth adventure to Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus's grand battles, offers unique twists. Return to Castle Wolfenstein innovated with a bold reboot, and Wolfenstein: The Old Blood serves up a prequel slice, teasing secrets in Nazi-infested Castle Wolfenstein. With its diverse lineup, the franchise pleases die-hard fans and newcomers. Choose your favorites, cast your votes, and decide which Wolfenstein games deserve top rankings.
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Wolfenstein: The New Order appears in the list of 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans.This is the seventh main Wolfenstein game. It takes place in the 1960s. William "B.J." Blazkowicz fights the Nazis in Nazi-occupied Europe using whatever he finds.
The game's story changes based on the player's moral choice in the prologue. This causes two different story paths. Like the first game, players can use two weapons and a cover system is added to gameplay.
Critics praised the combat and the story choices in this game. Many publications gave it awards, including Best Shooter.
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Return To Castle Wolfenstein is in the list of 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans.This game launched a reboot of the Wolfenstein series in 2001. id Software oversaw the development, and players and critics liked it.
As a reboot, this game relaunched the franchise with new mechanics. It used modern graphics and sound. Most later games followed as sequels or standalone titles.Return to Castle Wolfenstein is in the list of 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans.
The game earned high marks fromMetacritic scores describe Return to Castle Wolfenstein in the list of 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans.Metacritic, IGN, GameSpot, and other review sites gave it high grades. The PC version got better scores than the XBOX and PS2 ports.
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Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus appears in the list of 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans.This is the eighth main title.Wolfenstein appears in the list of 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans.This game is the direct sequel to Wolfenstein: The New Order. The setting is 1961, right after the events of the first game.
The player controls William "B.J." Blazkowicz fighting the Nazi regime in the United States. It is a first-person shooter. Gameplay uses a chapter system; player choices change the story based on the prologue decisions.
The game was popular and got awards from several publications. It received nominations at the 35th Annual Golden Joystick Awards and some at The Game Awards 2017 for "Best Action Game."
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For many gamers in the early 1990s, For many gamers in the early 1990s, is described by For many gamers in the early 1990s.Wolfenstein 3D is in the list of 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans.This was the first Wolfenstein game many played. It was also the first first-person shooter they played. The game was groundbreaking and very popular in the PC gaming community.
This game shows William "B.J." Blazkowicz's adventure during World War II. He fights Nazis with many weapons. The final fight is against a mecha-Adolf Hitler.
Wolfenstein 3D is in the list of 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans.Wolfenstein 3D set many FPS norms for today. It shaped all games that came after. People call it the "grandfather of 3D shooters." It launched the series.WolfensteinThe franchise exists, though it wasn't the first game.
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WolfensteinThis game followed the 2001 title.Return to Castle WolfensteinThe story continues the predecessor. It happens in Isenstadt during World War II. Nazi forces seek rare Nachtsonne crystals. These crystals open the Black Sun dimension.
This game is not the highest-rated in the new Wolfenstein series.WolfensteinThe franchise keeps a high score from several review services. Players got the game on PC, PS3, and Xbox 360. The PC version earned the top score.
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Wolfenstein: The Old BloodThis title stands alone. It was published after but serves as a prequel to Wolfenstein: The New Order.Wolfenstein: The New OrderThe game is set in 1946. Its story separates itself from the main Wolfenstein series story.WolfensteinThe franchise continues.
William "B.J." Blazkowicz continues the story. He infiltrates Castle Wolfenstein. He seeks a secret folder holding the location of SS-Oberst-Gruppenführer Wilhelm "Deathshead" Strasse.
Fans and critics gave the game positive reviews. Reviewers focused on the intense firefights, locations, and stealth. The story uses chapters split into two linked campaigns.
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Wolfenstein: Enemy TerritoryThis was first planned as an expansion for Return to Castle Wolfenstein.Return to Castle WolfensteinDevelopment changed the plan. The game became a standalone title. Development issues occurred; the single-player part came out before multiplayer finished.
The multiplayer version eventually released as a standalone freeware game. Gameplay centers on multiplayer. Players team up over a network, either Axis or Allies.
The modding community liked Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory. The game functions like a mod itself. It used a heavily modified id Tech 3 engine.id Tech 3engine
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Wolfenstein RPGThis game targeted mobile gameplay. Its graphics and audio lack the advancement of other console titles from that time. It fits within the Wolfenstein franchise, but it tones down the content and omits Nazi imagery.WolfensteinThe franchise exists, but it lacks Nazi symbols and is much less intense.
The game shows mutant chickens, romance novels, and other nice pictures. It follows William "B.J." Blazkowicz escaping after the Axis military captures him. Once he escapes, the player must defeat the Paranormal Division.
Despite lacking some typical imagery from other franchise titles,Wolfenstein RPGReceived positive reviews. People called the controls excellent; they called it "user friendly."
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Spear Of Destiny came out afterWolfenstein 3DThis stands as a prequel, not a sequel. The player takes William "B.J." Blazkowicz's role, trying to get the Spear of Destiny back from the Nazis after they stole it from Versailles.
The game uses the same graphics, sound, and mechanics as its predecessor. It feels like a continuation ofWolfenstein 3DThis is not a follow-up game in the franchise. id Software developed it, but they did not release it. FormGen Corporation published it instead, so fewer people knew it existed.
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Wolfenstein: YoungbloodThis is a spin-off of theWolfenstein franchise, and it does not follow the same character as most "Wolfenstein" games. Gameplay follows Jessie or Zofia Blazkowicz, set 20 years after the events ofWolfenstein II: The New Colossus.
Most of the world is free from Nazi control in the game, but they stay. After the familiar B.J. Blazkowicz vanishes, Zofia and their friend Abby must find and rescue him—and Nazis are everywhere.
The game received scores between 62 and 69 on various systems. Fans liked the light RPG elements added to gameplay, but it was lacking.described itThe title fails to recapture the joy of its predecessor.
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Wolfenstein: CyberpilotThis is set 20 years after the events ofWolfenstein: The New ColossusIt follows a hacker named "Cyberpilot," who works for the French Resistance. The Resistance fights the Nazi regime, just like in the real world. The game happens one week before the events ofWolfenstein: Youngblood.
Unlike other games in the franchise,Wolfenstein: CyberpilotThis game was built for a virtual reality headset. Because of this, most gamers have not played it; most gamers do not own VR systems. It shipped withWolfenstein: YoungbloodWolfenstein: Cyberpilot
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Castle Wolfenstein is the first game in theWolfenstein The franchise began in 1981 on available systems. The game shows graphics not considered exemplary. It did start the series that grew from this game.
Gameplay differed greatly from the FPS titles id Software released in the next decade.Castle Wolfenstein appears in the list 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans'.The game focused almost entirely on stealth. Players needed to avoid detection for as long as possible.
This makes Castle Wolfenstein.Castle Wolfenstein appears in the list 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans'.This game became the model stealth game. It influenced other stealth games, like Metal Gear.Metal Gear appears in the list 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans'.Castle Wolfenstein is part of the Metal Gear franchise.
Also ranks #65 on Best WW2 FPS Games · #78 on WW2 Video Games
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Beyond Castle Wolfenstein is in the list 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans'.This game came three years after its predecessor. Gameplay stayed focused on stealth, just like the game before it. Several advancements made it more realistic.
It added a guard pass system. Guards summon the player to show the right pass, which changes by floor. Players could bribe guards if they lacked the pass. Showing the wrong pass or not having enough money for a bribe caused the guard to trigger an alarm or kill the player.
Another advancement let players drag dead guards from one room to another to hide them. Other game additions improved play. Though well-received, this was the last stealth game in the Wolfenstein franchise.Wolfenstein appears in the list 'All The 'Wolfenstein' Games, Ranked By Fans'.Beyond Castle Wolfenstein is part of the Wolfenstein franchise.
Also ranks #49 on Best WW2 FPS Games · #55 on WW2 Video Games
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