Raid: World War II PS4 (Used)

Game Overview:

Raid: World War II for PlayStation 4 is a cooperative first-person shooter developed by Lion Game Lion and published by Starbreeze Studios. Released in 2017, the game is set during World War II and focuses on a team of prisoners recruited to undertake sabotage and heist-style missions against the Nazi regime. Designed for multiplayer co-op, it combines fast-paced action with a satirical take on the war setting.

Gameplay Mechanics:

Players team up in squads of four, each character specializing in different roles such as Assault, Recon, Insurgent, or Demolitions. The missions range from stealing Nazi gold and destroying infrastructure to eliminating high-value targets. Gameplay emphasizes teamwork, weapon customization, and chaotic combat scenarios with hordes of enemies. Similar to Payday 2—from which it borrows heavily—players can modify weapons, unlock skills, and approach objectives with varying strategies.

Story and Campaign:

The campaign follows a group of Allied prisoners freed by a British secret agent known as “Control.” Their mission is not just survival but sabotage and profit—raiding Nazi operations for wealth and chaos. The narrative leans into dark humor and satire, with over-the-top characters and irreverent dialogue that distinguish it from traditional WWII shooters.

Graphics and Audio:

On PS4, the game features gritty visuals with war-torn European environments, Nazi strongholds, and explosive set-pieces. While not pushing the boundaries of realism, the art direction emphasizes atmosphere and chaos. The soundtrack mixes wartime themes with more playful tones, while voice acting and exaggerated dialogue reflect the game’s irreverent approach to its subject matter.

Impact and Legacy:

Although it didn’t achieve the same popularity as Payday 2, Raid: World War II carved a niche as a WWII-themed cooperative shooter with satirical flair. It stands out for blending heist mechanics with wartime settings, appealing to fans of cooperative FPS gameplay who enjoy a less conventional take on WWII.