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Painkiller: Resurrection
Painkiller: ResurrectionBattle hordes of enemies as William Sherman in a gripping gothic shooter.
Wanted: Weapons of Fate
Wanted: Weapons of FateAction-packed shooter based on the Wanted film.
Overview
Description

Painkiller: Resurrection continues the legacy of intense first-person shooter action, putting players into the boots of ex-CIA agent William "Wild Bill" Sherman. Trapped in a perilous purgatory between heaven and hell after a fatal botched mission, William becomes a pawn in a cosmic struggle while trying to uncover the truth behind his untimely demise. Experience classic fast-paced combat featuring all original weapons with versatile alternative fire modes, alongside challenging new environments and gameplay elements. Face relentless waves of faceless infidels and demonic forces, solve intricate mysteries, and restore the fragile equilibrium between good and evil across single-player and multiplayer modes.

Wanted: Weapons of Fate puts players in the shoes of Wesley Gibson, letting them unleash cinematic gunplay inspired by the movie. Developed by GRIN and published by Warner Bros., the game delivers a story-driven single-player experience across PC, PS3, and Xbox 360. The title blends third‑person shooting mechanics with stylized bullet‑time sequences, offering fans of the film a chance to recreate iconic set‑pieces while exploring original missions and environments.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of classic horror shooters
Fans of cinematic action shooters
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Homegrown Games
GRIN
publisher
JoWooD Entertainment AG, DreamCatcher Interactive
WB Games
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M
ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player
critic score
50/100
64/100+28%
General
release date
2009-10-27
2009-03-17
msrp
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$59.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Retains the addictive and fast-paced gameplay of the original Painkiller series.
  • Features versatile alternative fire modes for every weapon in the arsenal.
  • Includes both engaging single-player campaign and multiplayer options.
  • Presents a dark, atmospheric storyline involving heaven, hell, and purgatory.
  • Faithful to the film’s aesthetic
  • Smooth third‑person controls
  • Engaging bullet‑time combat
  • Rich single‑player story
Cons
  • Received mixed reviews from critics upon release with a 50/100 score.
  • Technical performance and bugs can occasionally hinder the gameplay experience.
  • Graphics and game design show their age compared to modern releases.
  • Limited to single‑player only
  • Graphics dated by modern standards
  • Occasional repetitive mission design
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