Medal of Honor: Frontline HD
Overview:|
This is the 2011 high-definition remaster of the classic WWII shooter, Medal of Honor: Frontline, released for the PlayStation 3. You step into the boots of Lt. Jimmy Patterson across 15 meticulously designed assignments to disrupt the Nazi invasion in Europe. The core gameplay preserves the original's mission structure and features period weaponry like the MG42 and Panzerschreck. The primary enhancement is the visual upgrade to HD graphics, modernizing the presentation while remaining faithful to the original's extensive single-player campaign.
This 2011 release is a high-definition remaster, bringing the classic World War II first-person shooter experience to the PlayStation 3. Players assume the role of Lieutenant Jimmy Patterson, tasked with infiltrating occupied Europe to disrupt the ongoing Nazi invasion. The core experience centers on completing critical missions across 15 distinct assignments, ranging from covert extractions of OSS operatives in Dutch manor houses to direct assaults on heavily fortified German naval bases. The game is structured across five main operational missions, offering an extensive and meticulously constructed single-player campaign that builds upon the foundations of earlier installments in the series.
What is the core experience of this remastered shooter?
The atmosphere plunges the player directly into the heart of the European conflict. As Lt. Patterson, the objective is to neutralize the opposition and rescue those targeted by the enemy forces. While the narrative context is rooted in the intense conflict, the gameplay focuses heavily on mission-based objectives within detailed 3D environments.
Core mechanics involve utilizing a variety of period-appropriate weaponry to overcome enemy resistance. Available armaments include the iconic Liberator Pistol, the heavy-hitting Panzerschreck, the versatile MG42, and the B.A.R. Players are supported by a loyal contingent of allied soldiers throughout their operations.
How does this remaster enhance the original game?
As a remaster, this version focuses on modernizing the presentation of the original title for contemporary hardware. The most significant update lies in the visual fidelity, presenting the action with high-definition graphics that significantly enhance the detail of the environments and character models compared to the initial release.
Preservation vs. Modernization
This release aims to be a faithful recreation of the original game's structure and mission design. The extensive, meticulously constructed gameplay across the 15 assignments remains intact. The remaster primarily focuses on technical upgrades—specifically visual and audio enhancements—rather than fundamentally altering the established level layouts or core shooting mechanics.
Content Availability
This specific release contains no downloadable content (DLC) or expansions. The experience is self-contained, offering the complete remastered campaign as released in September 2011.
What platforms is this version available on?
This high-definition remaster was released exclusively for the PlayStation 3 platform in 2011.
Game Details
Primary Name: Medal of Honor: Frontline HD
Type: Remaster
Part of: Medal of Honor: Frontline
Series: Medal of Honor
Developer: Unknown
Publisher: Unknown
Release Information
Release Date: Sep 17, 2011
Genres & Themes
Genres: Shooter
Themes: Warfare, Action, Historical
Platforms
PlayStation 3
Game Modes
Perspective: First person
Player Modes: Single-player
Age Ratings
ESRB:T (Teen)
PEGI:12+
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