RAID: World War II arrived in 2017 from Starbreeze Studios and Lion Game Lion, offering a co-op focused take on World War II that leans more toward heists than straight battlefield combat. The game puts four players in the shoes of a crew pulling off daring robberies behind enemy lines, targeting gold, art, and anything else the Nazis have stashed away.
Gameplay centers on loud, chaotic shootouts mixed with moments of careful planning. You move through heavily guarded compounds, using a mix of period weapons and improvised tools to stay alive. The tension builds when alarms go off and waves of enemies pour in, forcing the team to adapt quickly or get overwhelmed.
What stands out is how the developers handled the setting. Instead of heroic war stories, RAID: World War II leans into the criminal side of the conflict. Starbreeze Studios brought their experience with cooperative systems from earlier titles, while Lion Game Lion helped shape the level design and pacing. The result feels gritty and sometimes messy in a way that fits the era.
Each mission gives players different approaches. Some prefer rushing objectives with heavy firepower, while others try to stay quiet longer and thin out patrols first. The progression system lets you unlock better gear and perks, though the real draw remains the group coordination required to succeed on higher difficulties.
The sound design adds weight to every firefight. Gunshots feel sharp, explosions rumble through the environment, and enemy chatter keeps you on edge. Visually the game captures a grim, war-torn Europe without relying on flashy effects.
RAID: World War II from Starbreeze Studios and Lion Game Lion may not have reached massive audiences, yet it still offers a distinct flavor of co-op action for players interested in 2017 releases that mix historical settings with criminal objectives.
