INTRODUCTION
Leap back in time with the newest entry in the beloved Medal of Honor series, Medal of Honor: Airborne. This highly anticipated continuation first got its wings during the twilight of the 20th century, solely confined to the initial PlayStation console. Thanks to Electronic Arts’ visionary approach, Airborne, which has a PC version, triumphantly lands on the modern gaming platforms of PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Initial plans to release Airborne for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox were ultimately shelved in favor of these advanced gaming systems.
ENGAGING WORLD WAR II NARRATIVE
In the new edition of the game, we are once again plunged into the tumultuous times of World War II, now experiencing the conflict through the lens of a paratrooper. As players, we fill the combat boots of Boyd Travers, a proud member of the 82nd Airborne Division. Each of the six riveting campaigns kick-starts aboard a transport plane, providing an adrenaline-pumping experience of parachuting into a combat zone. The choice of your landing location, be it on the sandy beaches of Normandy or the green fields of Holland, offers a level of control rarely seen in such games.
FREEDOM OF EXPLORATION
The design of Medal of Honor: Airborne deserves special mention for its non-linear approach to mission design. You are parachuted into large maps, starting from historical European theaters of war such as Sicily, Normandy, Holland, and Germany. From there, it’s up to you to decide how to progress, providing a unique degree of autonomy that emphasizes the importance of individual strategy and tactics.
AUTHENTIC WEAPONRY AND UPGRADES
Once boots are on the ground, the fight against enemy soldiers intensifies. With a trove of authentic WWII weapons at your disposal, the game boasts an immersive experience. Notably, weapons can be improved based on usage. For example, suppose the Thompson submachine gun becomes your weapon of choice. In that case, you can upgrade it with a more prominent magazine or an additional foregrip to increase accuracy during sustained fire. This feature adds depth to the combat that’s as strategic as satisfying.
POWERED BY UNREAL ENGINE 3
The technical prowess of Airborne is a sight to behold, running on the renowned Unreal Engine 3. This powerful gaming engine and the sophisticated U-cap and E-cap systems result in impressively realistic animations. As bullets whizz by and explosions rock the battlefield, you’ll be fully engrossed in this highly detailed war-torn world.
MULTIPLAYER CAPABILITIES
Last but not least, the game offers a multiplayer mode that supports up to twelve players. This feature expands the scope of Airborne, going beyond a single-player experience. Whether cooperating with your buddies in the cooperative mode or battling it out against other players, Airborne delivers a rewarding and exciting multiplayer experience that’ll have you returning for more. Ultimately, it isn’t just a game; it’s a jump into the past with a modern twist.
