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Return to Castle Wolfenstein (2001)

mcking 30/06/2025
Wolfenstein

This well-known title was released in 2001. It’s a first-person shooter developed by Gray Matter Studios and published by Activision. The game initially launched on Microsoft Windows, followed by releases on PlayStation 2 under the title Return to Castle Wolfenstein: Operation Resurrection, on Xbox as Tides of War, and later also on Linux and Macintosh. It was created as a spiritual successor to the legendary Wolfenstein 3D, with the original developers involved in supervising the project.

The game was well-received by both players and critics, especially praised for its visual design, open-ended single-player levels, and solid multiplayer gameplay. A true sequel was released in August 2009, but despite positive reviews, it failed commercially—selling only about 100,000 copies in its first month. The series was revived in 2014 with Wolfenstein: The New Order, followed by The Old Blood (2015), Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus (2017), Youngblood (2019), and Cyberpilot (2019).

But let’s go back to the classic—Return to Castle Wolfenstein. At the time, the gaming scene was filled with military shooters spiced up with supernatural elements: shooting, Nazi zombies, mutants from secret labs—all focused on the player.

At first glance, the game resembles typical WWII shooters like Call of Duty or Medal of Honor, but delving deeper into the story reveals the Nazi obsession with the occult. Players face not only regular soldiers but also undead, mutants, and bizarre creatures born from twisted experiments.

The main protagonist is William “B.J.” Blazkowicz, a U.S. Army Ranger sent with British agent One to Egypt to investigate the activities of the Nazi SS Paranormal Division. There, they witness ancient curses being unleashed, raising the dead—and introducing hordes of zombies.

The weapon arsenal includes pistols, rifles, submachine guns, grenades, flamethrowers, rocket launchers, and experimental weapons like the Venom Gun (a minigun) and Tesla Gun, which unleashes electricity. Melee attacks like kicks and knife slashes are also available.

The campaign spans 27 levels across 7 missions, each introduced by a briefing. Hidden objectives could be completed by defeating specific enemies or collecting special items. Secret areas containing hidden treasures were scattered throughout the maps.

Stealth missions were a key part of gameplay—raising the alarm could quickly overwhelm the player, so sneaking was often the better option. Some missions even ended the moment you triggered an alarm.

The graphics were praised, thanks to the Quake III engine—creepy atmosphere, environmental details, lighting effects, and fire animations were especially noteworthy.

I personally played the game on PC, which many consider the most difficult version. Precision mattered—landing headshots made a big difference. Encounters with Elite Guards (female soldiers often equipped with Sten guns) were tough—they were agile, had more health, and could deal serious damage, especially in groups. Paratroopers were extremely accurate, adding another layer of difficulty in later missions.

The game featured memorable boss fights, such as the battle in the church catacombs in Wulfburg, where you circle around fleeing from Olaric, an undead flesh golem straight out of a nightmare.

Return to Castle Wolfenstein is a fantastic recommendation for fans of old-school shooters. With a long and challenging campaign, it provides real satisfaction. Back in the day, it was a must-play if you had a PC, offering something fresh compared to other military shooters like Call of Duty or Medal of Honor.

That eerie, suspenseful atmosphere, the mysticism, and the occult themes—so often referenced in WWII documentaries—were masterfully integrated. The game lets your imagination run wild, making you believe, even if just a little, in all those conspiracy theories about secret Nazi projects. And in doing so, it immerses you completely, making you feel like you are B.J.

The game is still available on Steam for €4.99, and there’s a €9.99 bundle that includes Wolfenstein 3D and Enemy Territory.

Unlike some other games that gradually disappear from digital platforms, this one is still around—maybe waiting for you, whether you’re discovering it for the first time or reliving old memories. If you’re not bothered by 2001 graphics and value a strong, engaging story and campaign, dive in—and don’t forget to turn on your imagination.

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