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Soldier of Fortune: Payback
Soldier of Fortune: PaybackRevenge-fueled FPS where a betrayed mercenary hunts a global terror network.
Wanted: Weapons of Fate
Wanted: Weapons of FateAction-packed shooter based on the Wanted film.
Overview
Description

Thomas Mason, a freelance mercenary, is double‑crossed and sets out on a blood‑soaked quest for vengeance against a worldwide terrorist organization. The game blends gritty storytelling with intense first‑person combat across diverse locations. Developed by Cauldron HQ using the in‑house CloakNT engine, Payback brings the series to PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC, offering both a single‑player campaign and multiplayer modes for up to 16 players.

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 gritty first‑person shooters
Fans of cinematic action shooters
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99−67%
$59.99
release date
2007-11-13
2009-03-17
Specifications
developer
Cauldron HQ
GRIN
publisher
Activision Value
WB Games
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 18
ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player
critic score
50/100
64/100+28%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging revenge storyline
  • Cross‑platform availability
  • Varied weapon selection
  • Multiplayer support
  • Faithful to the film’s aesthetic
  • Smooth third‑person controls
  • Engaging bullet‑time combat
  • Rich single‑player story
Cons
  • Average graphics compared to contemporaries
  • Repetitive mission design
  • Limited AI sophistication
  • Limited to single‑player only
  • Graphics dated by modern standards
  • Occasional repetitive mission design
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