Wolfenstein: The New Order Announced

Bethesda Softworks today announced Wolfenstein: The New Order! It’s an action-adventure shooter slated for release in Q4 2013 on PC, Xbox 360, the next Xbox, PS3 & PS4.

The game is being developed by MachineGames, a studio comprised of seasoned developers known for creating compelling, critically-acclaimed story-driven games. Wolfenstein has been widely credited for helping establish and popularize the first-person shooter genre, and Wolfenstein: The New Order is a reimagining of this franchise – offering players a gripping and dramatic experience. And of course B.J. Blazkowicz is back to save the world from (robot?) Nazi domination!

Here’s the first official Wolfenstein: The New Order announcement trailer:

Wolfenstein: The New Order is scheduled for release on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC, and next generation consoles (presumably PS4 and the next Xbox). Additional details about the game will be revealed in a series of exclusive feature stories beginning on Wednesday, May 8th.

“We are excited to bring a new chapter of Wolfenstein to gamers everywhere,” said Jens Matthies, creative director at MachineGames. “As fans of the series, working on this game is an honor, and our team is driven to create an unforgettable action-adventure experience that will make FPS fans proud.”

Are you excited for Wolfenstein: The New Order?