Sniper Elite 4 story trailer takes us to Italy 1943

With the release of Rebellion’s Sniper Elite 4 still about 2 months out, the developer definitely wants to make sure that gamers are in the loop on the development of the latest in their unique brand of FPS.

The new media comes in the form of a new story trailer that takes players behind enemy lines, in Italy during the events of WWII, and into position to take out some historical high value targets.

See the trailer below.

Sniper Elite 4 – “Italy 1943” Story Trailer:

Make sure to read on for the announcement with more details.

Fans hungry for more info on SNIPER ELITE 4 can now watch “Italy 1943”, the first in a series of new story trailers for 2017’s first AAA shooter.

Featuring previously unseen concept art, environments, factions and brand new story details, “Italy 1943” recounts the intricate machinations behind the Allied invasion of Italy. In SNIPER ELITE 4, Karl Fairburne will help release the country from the shackles of Fascism, fanning the flames of resistance, and in doing so uncover a terrifying Nazi technology threatening the whole of Europe.

In a detailed post for PlayStation Blog, SNIPER ELITE 4 Narrative Designer Colin Harvey sets the scene for the game’s thrilling World War 2 campaign:

“In SNIPER ELITE 4, Karl is plunged into a country that’s been under the yoke of Mussolini’s Fascism for over two decades. Political opposition to the regime was either crushed early on or escaped abroad. Now, though, discontent is growing…”

Look out for future intel videos in the coming weeks: Each one will offer choice insights into SNIPER ELITE 4’s dramatic story, revealing the intriguing characters, stunning locations and absorbing subplots you’ll encounter in wartime Italy.

SNIPER ELITE 4 launches across PS4, Xbox One and PC on February 14, 2017.