Like I said, each level consists of the same structure, picking up enemy weapons is out and the objectives never graduate past menial tasks. The lack of style and substance are the game’s biggest downfalls. I hate to make comparisons, but after the visceral x-ray shots that game delivered, Ghost Warrior 2 simply feels like an arcade shooting gallery. The kill cam is also disappointing after playing a game like Sniper Elite. Being able to see where bullets will land takes away the suspense of pulling the trigger, and led me to fire off shots wildly at times.
For example, the shooting lacks any tension thanks to drop markers on all difficulties below the hardest setting. The problem is that Ghost Warrior lacks the ingredient that would otherwise make it special. I would be OK with all of this if the actual act of sniping in the game was as intense as some previous titles I have played. Picking up enemy weapons are out of the question, so if a firefight arises, loading the last checkpoint is usually the best course of action. Being spotted means instant failure, and supplies provided at the mission outset dictate arsenal. Each level has the same basic structure of sneaking from Point A to Point B, setting up shop and sniping enemies from a distance. The campaign runs about four hours from start to finish, and somehow manages to feel a lot longer due to repetition. While completely inoffensive on just about every level, including visuals powered by CryEngine 3, the overall experience never manages to elevate long-range marksmanship from a simple mechanic to compelling core concept. Sniper: Ghost Warrior 2 just happens to be one of those experiences.
Crafting an entire game around this mechanic needs a hook, and unfortunately the majority of them simply don’t have it. The act of sniping is a calculated science in real life, but in a video game it often feels more like a side mission. Building a sniper game must be a truly daunting task.
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