

It sometimes felt like players were going from one mission to another with very little freedom to explore or appreciate the vast environments. Freedom Fighters' linear nature made the game feel a bit ridged. Next-gen technology also allows developers to create more immersive environments. A sequel could improve the AI's intelligence, give players more military commands and make the combat a bit more realistic. While the AI in Freedom Fighters was advanced for its time, it is a bit clunky compared to today's standards. Next-gen technology could expand its strategic style of combat, allowing for more impressive battles and more advanced AI. Unlike most third-person shooters, players need to plan each attack carefully. One of the more unique aspects of Freedom Fighters is its approach to combat.

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After relations between the Soviet Union and the United States take a turn for the worse, the USSR invades New York City, forcing it under communist rule. Many fans have been begging IO Interactive for a sequel for nearly two decades and think now is the perfect time to bring the underrated third-person shooter into the modern gaming world.įreedom Fighters takes place in an alternate reality where the USSR becomes a global superpower after WWII. While Freedom Fighters never achieved mainstream success, it did gain a respectable following that remains loyal even 17 years after its initial launch. Countless video game fans are revisiting the underground hit, giving it a bit of a second life. 2003 cult classic Freedom Fighters recently received a digital release for the first time.
