Welcome back to the fight, soldier! Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus drops you into the boots of William "B.J." Blazkowicz once again, this time on American soil in an alternate 1960s where the Nazis won World War II. As a first-person shooter, you’ll be blasting your way through Nazi occupation forces, focusing on taking down their infrastructure and special weapons. It’s a story-rich, atmospheric experience with a great soundtrack, where your choices in combat and dialogue can shape the narrative.
This guide is your essential companion to conquering Nazi America. We'll help you track down every last collectible, including Deathcards, Upgrade Kits, and Gold. We’ll also provide strategies for overcoming tough boss fights and mastering the game’s unique contraptions and perk systems, ensuring you can achieve 100% completion and unlock all those tricky difficulty achievements.
How to Beat General Engel
Learn how to defeat the formidable General Engel in Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus. This guide provides strategies and tips to overcome this challenging boss fight.
Stats / Weaknesses:
- General Engel is a heavily armored human enemy.
- Her primary weak points are her head and any exposed limbs when she is not actively attacking.
- She is vulnerable to sustained gunfire and explosive damage.
Phases:
- Initial Encounter (Eva's Hammer): Engel boards the Eva's Hammer and confronts BJ. This is more of a narrative encounter with combat. Focus fire on her when she is exposed.
- New Orleans Ambush: Engel leads an assault in New Orleans. Use the environment for cover and target her when she advances.
- Final Confrontation (Anya's Mother's House): This is the most direct boss-like encounter. Engel, along with her entourage and potentially a large robot, attacks. Prioritize eliminating her guards and then focus on Engel. Use heavy weapons and explosives.
Strategy:
- Utilize Cover: Engel and her forces will lay down heavy fire. Always stay behind cover and only peek out to shoot.
- Target Weak Points: Aim for her head or any exposed areas. This will deal critical damage and can stagger her.
- Exploit Environmental Hazards: In some encounters, you can use environmental elements to your advantage, such as explosive barrels or collapsing structures.
- Weapon Choice: Heavy weapons like the LKW or explosives are effective. If you have access to the Laser Cannon, it can also be very powerful against her.
- Movement: While cover is crucial, don't stay in one place too long. Dodge her attacks and reposition yourself to gain a better firing angle.
- Manage Adds: Engel is often accompanied by other Nazi soldiers and robots. Prioritize taking out the weaker enemies first to reduce the incoming fire, then focus on Engel.
Contraptions & Perks
Master the Contraptions & Perks in Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus. Learn how to upgrade your weapons and abilities to defeat the Nazi regime.
This section of the AntMag walkthrough for Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus covers the game's Contraptions and Perks. These systems allow players to customize B.J. Blazkowicz's abilities and weapon loadouts, providing strategic advantages in combat against the Nazi forces.
Contraptions:
- Telescopic Sight: Increases accuracy and zoom for ranged attacks.
- Laser Sight: Improves hip-fire accuracy and reduces spread.
- Suppressor: Reduces weapon noise, allowing for stealthier takedowns.
- Expanded Mag: Increases ammunition capacity for faster reloads and sustained fire.
- Armor Upgrade: Boosts overall damage resistance.
Perks:
- Stealth Perks: Enhance B.J.'s ability to move undetected, perform silent takedowns, and avoid enemy detection.
- Combat Perks: Improve weapon handling, damage output, reload speed, and resistance to enemy fire.
- Utility Perks: Offer benefits such as increased health regeneration, faster movement speed, and improved armor effectiveness.
Players can find Contraptions throughout the game world and unlock Perks by performing specific actions or reaching certain milestones. Strategic use of these upgrades is crucial for overcoming the challenges presented by the Nazi occupation of America.
Walkthrough
Navigate the alternate 1960s America in Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus with our comprehensive walkthrough, covering main missions, side quests, collectibles, and essential tips for defeating the Nazi regime.
Walkthrough
Navigate the alternate 1960s America in Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus with our comprehensive walkthrough, covering main missions, side quests, collectibles, and essential tips for defeating the Nazi regime.






Escape from the U-boat
Follow our detailed walkthrough for the 'Escape from the U-boat' mission in Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus. Learn how to survive Frau Engel's attack and reach safety.
- 1Upon regaining consciousness, you'll find yourself in a wheelchair. Follow the on-screen prompts to move.
- 2You'll witness Anya and Set Roth being threatened by Frau Engel.
- 3Engage in combat with the attacking Nazis. Use cover effectively and manage your ammo.
- 4Make your way towards Anya and Set Roth, clearing out enemies as you go.
- 5Once you reach them, proceed to the main deck of the U-boat.
- 6Prepare for the next sequence as you exit the U-boat.
- Conserve ammo, especially early on, as resources can be scarce.
- Utilize the wheelchair's mobility to flank enemies or take cover quickly.
- Listen to dialogue cues for important information and objectives.
- Be aware of your surroundings for health and ammo pickups.
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