The Saboteur
Release Date: December 4, 2009
Action, TPP, World War II, TPS, Game Pass, EA Play, singleplayer
Steam
A game developed by the creators of Mercenaries. The title takes place in Paris occupied by the Nazis during the World War II. In Saboteur the player assumes the role of an Irish man named Sean who begins a guerilla war against the occupant. The gameplay consists mostly of sabotaging German plans and structures, which awakens the will to fight in other citizens.
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[1:09] The Saboteur trailer #1
[1:27] The Saboteur gamescom 2009 - gameplay
The main pros of the game
- Engaging Story and Atmosphere: Many users appreciated the story, which combines elements of revenge and resistance in a creatively depicted WW2 Paris, enhanced by the unique black-and-white visual style that shifts to color as you liberate areas.
- Gameplay Mechanics: The game is noted for its fun, open-world gameplay that combines elements from games like Grand Theft Auto and Assassin's Creed, including parkour-style climbing, stealth mechanics, and a variety of vehicles to operate.
- Nostalgia and Charm: Players often described the game as a hidden gem from the past, bringing back fond memories of earlier gaming experiences. The humor and character of the protagonist, an Irishman, added to its charm.
- Affordable and Accessible: The game is often considered a good value for its low price, especially during sales, making it an attractive option for players looking for a budget-friendly experience.
The main cons of the game
- Technical Issues: Several reviews highlighted bugs and glitches, including issues with graphics settings, frame rate caps, and occasional game crashes. Some players struggled with getting the game to run properly on modern systems.
- Climbing and Controls: The climbing mechanics were frequently compared unfavorably to Assassin's Creed, with many users finding them clunky and less intuitive. General controls were also described as wonky at times.
- Repetitive Gameplay: Some users mentioned that combat could feel mindless and repetitive, with endless enemy spawns leading to a lack of strategic depth in fights.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Achievements: A notable absence of achievements on the Steam version was a common complaint among players who wanted to 100% the game again.
- More Content: Some reviewers expressed a desire for additional side missions and activities, suggesting that the game could benefit from more varied content beyond the main storyline and limited side quests.
- Enhanced Graphics and Performance Options: Players wished for improved graphical options, including support for higher resolutions and better optimization for modern hardware, as well as the ability to adjust settings more freely without encountering bugs.
Summary
- Overall, while "The Saboteur" is appreciated for its engaging gameplay and nostalgic value, it faces criticism for technical shortcomings and a lack of additional content that could enhance the experience.
Summary generated on:
GAMERS Score
Average score from 3260 votes. 863 players anticipated the game.
The Saboteur Description
Saboteur for PC, X360 and PS3 is an action game developed by the creators of the Mercenaries series. The game takes place during the World War II and the main character is Sean – a seemingly regular Irish who appeared in the wrong place at the wrong time. More specifically: in the Paris during the German occupation. Tragic events happened there: the German soldiers murdered Sean’s friends, filling him with need for revenge. While controlling the protagonist, the player performs various guerilla actions against the Germans in order to have the revenge.
Gameplay
In general, the gameplay in Saboteur for PC, X360 and PS3 consists of sabotaging the actions of the occupant and awakening the will to fight the Nazis in the hearts of the citizens. The player must, for example, silently eliminate important persons, blow up military transports and take care of many regular soldiers. While in the areas controlled by the enemy, the action is shown by using black and white colors like in the movie Schindler’s List – the territories are filled with sadness and emptiness. Freeing the areas from the iron grip of the Nazis radically change the atmosphere into one filled with colors and happy citizens walking into the streets.
The Irish protagonist is a tough guy, but at first he manages well only in melee brawls in which he uses his fists, heads, elbows etc. As the game progresses, Sean becomes more efficient with using guns as well. He can climb on walls and run through the roofs. The player isn’t traveling only on foot, but by using bikes, cars, boats and even airplanes as well. The virtual world is very large and it consists both of urban areas (with characteristic buildings like Eiffel Tower) and country side.
Last updated on September 3, 2016
The Saboteur Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 3
Xbox 360
Developer: Pandemic Studios
Publisher: Electronic Arts Inc.
The Saboteur System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Core 2 Quad 2.8 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB (GeForce 8800 or better), Windows XP/Vista
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