Fight to ignite a second American Revolution in Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus, MachineGames’ story-driven first-person shooter starring B.J. Blazkowicz.
Set in an alternate 1961 where the Nazi regime controls the United States, the campaign takes B.J. from a nuclear-ravaged Manhattan to Roswell and New Orleans as he reunites resistance groups, battles Frau Engel’s forces and attempts to liberate America. MachineGames expanded the combat with freely mixed dual-wielding, weapon upgrades, stealth options and three special contraptions that open alternative paths through its levels.
For anyone looking to buy a Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus Account PS4 & PS5, one platform detail is essential.
Wolfenstein II is a native PS4 game. There is no native PS5 edition.
The current PlayStation Store still identifies the title specifically as a PS4 Version while confirming that it is playable on PS5 through backward compatibility.
The correct platform description is therefore:
PS4 — Native
PS5 — PS4 version through backward compatibility
There is no separate PS5 remaster or PS4-to-PS5 upgrade.
A Wolfenstein II digital account can provide account-based access to the PlayStation game without requiring a physical PS4 disc.
Before purchasing, distinguish a digital account from:
The current PlayStation Store continues to offer both Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition for PS4. Standard contains the base game, while Deluxe contains the base game plus the three major Freedom Chronicles DLC chapters.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Developer | MachineGames |
| Publisher | Bethesda |
| PlayStation release | October 2017 |
| Native PS4 version | Yes |
| Native PS5 version | No |
| Playable on PS5 | Yes, backward compatibility |
| PS5 upgrade | No |
| Main campaign | Single-player |
| Multiplayer | No |
| Local co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| Remote Play | Yes |
| PS4 Pro performance | 1440p / 60 FPS target |
| PS5 BC performance | Around dynamic 1440p / 60 FPS in compatibility testing |
| Dual wielding | Yes |
| Weapon customization | Yes |
| Stealth gameplay | Yes |
| Contraptions | 3 |
| Standard Edition | Base game |
| Deluxe Edition | Base game + 3 major Freedom Chronicles DLC packs |
| Season Pass | 3 DLC chapters + Episode Zero |
| Current PS Plus Extra | Listed in verified Store region |
The Store currently describes Wolfenstein II as a one-player PS4 title with Remote Play support and PlayStation 5 backward compatibility.
Yes.
The PlayStation Store explicitly says that Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus can be played on PS5 when the console is using current system software. Sony also cautions that some PS4 functionality may potentially differ when running through backward compatibility.
That means searches such as:
all have a positive compatibility answer.
However, they should not be interpreted as evidence of a native PS5 release.
| Feature | PS4 | PS5 |
|---|---|---|
| Game playable | Yes | Yes |
| Native application | Yes | No |
| Backward compatibility required | No | Yes |
| Complete campaign | Yes | Yes |
| Freedom Chronicles support | Yes | Yes through PS4 version |
| PS5-specific edition | No | No |
| PS5 upgrade | No | No |
| Native DualSense features | No | No |
| PS4 Pro enhancement profile | On PS4 Pro | Used through BC where applicable |
| 60 FPS gameplay target | Yes on PS4 Pro | Yes in BC testing |
The key point is that PS5 does not receive a redesigned version of Wolfenstein II.
It runs the existing PS4 application.
No.
There is no official:
The current Store continues to classify both Standard and Deluxe Edition as PS4 software.
Therefore, a Wolfenstein II PS5 digital account should mean an account containing the compatible PS4 entitlement that can be used on PS5.
Bethesda published specific PS4 Pro specifications around launch.
With the Day One patch, the official target was:
1440p resolution
and
60 FPS
on PS4 Pro.
Independent frame-rate testing also found dynamic resolution behavior on PS4 Pro, reaching as high as 2560×1440 while adjusting resolution to help maintain performance.
For a product page, the safest concise claim is:
PS4 Pro — up to 1440p with a 60 FPS target
There is no dedicated PS5 performance patch, so PS5 runs the PS4 application through backward compatibility.
Compatibility testing reports the game operating around a dynamic 1440p presentation with a locked 60 FPS on PS5.
This is a useful improvement in consistency, but it should not be marketed as:
Those features were never officially introduced for a native PS5 edition.
The campaign continues after Wolfenstein: The New Order.
B.J. Blazkowicz barely survived the confrontation with General Deathshead and begins The New Colossus still recovering from severe injuries. He soon returns to the fight and sets out to unite resistance groups across occupied America.
The game takes place in 1961 and travels through locations including:
as B.J. tries to spark a revolution.
B.J. remains the central playable character.
The occupying regime calls him Terror-Billy, and Frau Engel becomes one of his primary enemies as she pursues both B.J. and the resistance. Bethesda describes the story as combining B.J.’s personal struggle with the larger effort to liberate the United States.
The campaign is therefore not simply a disconnected collection of combat missions.
It is a heavily cinematic narrative shooter.
MachineGames designed Wolfenstein II around three broad approaches:
The developer emphasized that players are not locked into one class or playstyle. You can begin an area stealthily and switch to heavy dual-wielded weapons as soon as an alarm is triggered.
This flexibility is one of the game’s strongest gameplay systems.
Stealth is particularly useful when enemy commanders are present.
Commanders can call reinforcements, so quietly eliminating them can make an encounter much easier. Bethesda recommends:
for players who want to stay undetected.
The hatchet can also be used for silent melee kills and thrown attacks.
If stealth fails—or if you simply prefer aggression—Wolfenstein II supports extremely fast combat.
B.J. can combine:
with movement and dual-wielding.
The game encourages experimentation rather than forcing one optimal loadout.
Wolfenstein II expands the previous game’s dual-wielding system.
B.J. can freely mix different weapons in each hand rather than simply equipping two identical guns.
For example, you can combine:
MachineGames specifically describes this flexibility as part of the game’s player-choice philosophy.
Weapons can be upgraded using upgrade kits.
Bethesda gives examples including:
and recommends prioritizing upgrades based on your preferred playstyle.
This gives the same base weapon significantly different tactical roles.
Certain story choices also influence which experimental weapon becomes available.
Bethesda highlights two important examples:
Dieselkraftwerk
Fires sticky explosive diesel canisters that can be detonated remotely.
Laserkraftwerk
Uses a high-energy laser capable of cutting through metal.
The weapon you receive is linked to an earlier story choice involving Wyatt or Fergus.
Wolfenstein II introduces three special body-enhancing contraptions.
Mechanical stilts that raise B.J. above enemies and provide access to elevated ledges and alternate routes.
Compresses B.J.’s body so he can move through narrow spaces such as vents and pipes, making it particularly useful for stealth-oriented players.
Reinforced equipment allowing B.J. to charge through certain walls and obstacles while also turning aggressive movement into an offensive tool.
These contraptions affect both combat and exploration.
MachineGames describes The New Colossus as having larger levels where exploration can reveal:
The developer specifically encourages players to deviate from the direct objective path.
This makes the game more flexible than a purely corridor-based shooter even though it is not an open-world title.
The captured U-boat Eva’s Hammer serves as the resistance base.
Between major missions, players can explore the submarine, interact with resistance members and find optional activities and side content.
It gives the campaign a central hub rather than moving directly from one combat map to another with no downtime.
No.
The current PlayStation Store lists Wolfenstein II simply as:
1 player.
There is no:
Wolfenstein II is fundamentally a single-player story-driven shooter.
Not for the core campaign.
The Store identifies the game as one-player PS4 software and does not require multiplayer connectivity for B.J.’s Story campaign.
Internet may still be required for:
Seller-specific account rules are separate from the game’s own single-player design.
The current PlayStation Store defines Standard Edition simply as:
Base Game.
That provides the complete B.J. Blazkowicz main campaign, including:
It does not automatically include all Freedom Chronicles DLC.
The current Store lists Deluxe Edition as:
These three expansions make up the major Freedom Chronicles trilogy.
| Content | Standard | Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| B.J. Blazkowicz base campaign | Yes | Yes |
| Gunslinger Joe | No | Yes |
| Agent Silent Death | No | Yes |
| Captain Wilkins | No | Yes |
| Main PS4 game | Yes | Yes |
| PS5 backward compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Native PS5 version | No | No |
Deluxe is therefore the stronger choice if you want the major post-launch story expansions.
Bethesda’s current support documentation confirms that the Season Pass includes:
The current PlayStation Store still lists the Season Pass and the individual main DLC chapters as PS4 add-ons.
Episode Zero introduces the three Freedom Chronicles protagonists:
before their individual stories begin.
Bethesda’s support page says Episode Zero is included through the Freedom Chronicles Season Pass, while it was also historically available as preorder content.
The current PlayStation Store lists Episode Zero but marks the individual add-on as unavailable in the verified German region, making the Season Pass entitlement particularly relevant.
The first major Freedom Chronicles chapter stars Joseph Stallion, a former professional quarterback.
His story moves from the ruins of Chicago to a far more unusual destination as he fights the regime using his own distinct abilities.
This DLC is included in the current Digital Deluxe Edition.
The second chapter follows Jessica Valiant, a former OSS agent and assassin.
Her mission takes her into regime-controlled California as she investigates Operation San Andreas.
Her background gives this episode a stronger stealth-oriented identity than Gunslinger Joe’s more physical approach.
The final major Freedom Chronicles chapter stars Captain Gerald Wilkins.
Wilkins travels into regime-controlled Alaska to stop another dangerous superweapon project while using an experimental Battle Walker contraption.
Bethesda identifies this as the third and final major Freedom Chronicles expansion.
No.
The current Store explicitly separates:
Standard Edition — Base Game
from
Deluxe Edition — Base Game + three major DLC packs.
The Freedom Chronicles Season Pass is also available separately and adds the three main chapters plus Episode Zero.
So a basic Wolfenstein II account should never be advertised as containing all DLC unless those add-ons are actually owned by the supplied account.
Yes.
The current Store specifically lists:
inside Deluxe Edition.
If Episode Zero matters to you, verify the precise account entitlement as well. Bethesda documents Episode Zero as part of the Freedom Chronicles Season Pass.
Wolfenstein: The New Order comes first in MachineGames’ main B.J. storyline.
Wolfenstein II begins after B.J. barely survives the confrontation with General Deathshead from The New Order.
The New Colossus then shifts the resistance effort to occupied America.
You can understand Wolfenstein II’s action without remembering every detail of the previous game, but playing The New Order first provides much more context for:
The official Bethesda launch documentation lists 55 GB for the PC version, but that is specifically a PC storage requirement and should not be reused as an exact PS4 download-size claim.
The current PlayStation Store page does not provide one stable PS4 installation-size figure suitable for permanently hard-coding into this product description.
Actual console storage can vary with:
Check the current size displayed by PlayStation before downloading.
There is no separate native PS5 package.
PS5 downloads and runs the PS4 application through backward compatibility.
Therefore, a query such as “Wolfenstein II PS5 size” should not be answered with a fictional native-PS5 installation figure.
The price of a Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus Account PS4 & PS5 can vary according to:
The current German PlayStation Store still lists Standard and Deluxe Edition and, at the time of verification, Standard Edition was also included through PlayStation Plus Extra.
Store discounts and subscription catalogs can change, so they should not be copied as permanent PSNShop pricing.
Use the live price shown for the exact account product.
As of August 26, 2026, the verified German PlayStation Store currently lists the Standard Edition through PlayStation Plus Extra.
That should not be confused with permanent ownership.
If the game later leaves the catalog, subscription-based access can change.
A purchased digital account and PlayStation Plus catalog access therefore represent different entitlement types.
Provides access to the native PS4 game.
Provides access to that PS4 game on PS5 through backward compatibility.
There is no separate native PS5 entitlement.
The accurate commercial summary is:
PS4 = Native
PS5 = Backward-compatible PS4 version
Some PlayStation account sellers use Primary and Secondary labels.
These are seller-specific access models rather than official Wolfenstein editions.
Depending on the exact product, they may affect:
Always follow the exact PSNShop activation instructions attached to the selected account.
A digital PlayStation account can belong to a particular Store region.
Region may affect:
This matters especially for Wolfenstein II because the base game and Freedom Chronicles content are separate entitlements.
If you plan to add DLC later, make sure the add-on is compatible with the region of the underlying game.
A digital account and physical PS4 copy provide game access differently.
Usually means:
Requires:
On PS5, the disc still launches PS4 software through backward compatibility rather than upgrading into a native PS5 game.
A Wolfenstein II digital account is not automatically a redeemable PlayStation key.
Digital account
The game already belongs to the supplied account.
PSN code
A code is redeemed on an eligible account.
Physical disc
Uses physical media.
Direct PS Store purchase
Places ownership on the purchaser’s own account.
A PSNShop listing should clearly distinguish which format it actually provides.
The exact procedure depends on the seller’s account model.
A typical setup may involve:
On PS5, seeing PS4 next to the game is correct because no native PS5 edition exists.
Do not modify passwords, security information or sharing settings unless the account instructions explicitly allow it.
A digital account removes physical shipping from the purchase process.
If a specific product is explicitly sold with instant delivery, credentials may be supplied according to that listing’s stated conditions.
Instant delivery refers to receiving account access.
It does not mean the entire game and DLC are already installed.
Download time still depends on:
Only advertise Instant Delivery when the exact PSNShop product genuinely provides it.
Before ordering, verify:
The biggest platform mistake to avoid is calling Wolfenstein II a native PS5 game.
It remains a PS4 title playable on PS5 through backward compatibility.
The biggest edition mistake is assuming Standard Edition includes all DLC.
It does not. The current Store separates Standard from Deluxe, and Bethesda separately documents the Freedom Chronicles Season Pass.
Wolfenstein II remains a strong choice if you want:
MachineGames deliberately allows players to alternate between stealth, tactical combat and outright aggression rather than locking the campaign into one style.
Deluxe Edition also extends the experience beyond B.J.’s campaign by adding three new protagonists and their Freedom Chronicles stories.
For this product, the accurate compatibility summary is:
PS4 — Native
PS5 — PS4 version through backward compatibility
Native PS5 edition — None
PS5 upgrade — None
Standard Edition provides the full B.J. Blazkowicz campaign.
Deluxe Edition adds the three major Freedom Chronicles DLC packs, while the standalone Freedom Chronicles Season Pass officially includes those three chapters plus Episode Zero.
Before purchasing through PSNShop, verify the edition, DLC entitlement, account region and activation method attached to the exact listing.
Yes. The current PlayStation Store confirms that Wolfenstein II can be played on PS5 through backward compatibility. However, the Store still labels the game as a PS4 Version, and there is no native PS5 release. A PS5 account therefore provides access to compatible PS4 software rather than a separate PS5 edition.
Yes. Bethesda officially specified 1440p and 60 FPS on PS4 Pro with the Day One patch. Independent PS5 backward-compatibility testing also reports the game maintaining 60 FPS on PS5 while running the PS4 version. There is no separate native PS5 60 FPS mode because no PS5 edition exists.
The current PlayStation Store lists Deluxe Edition as the base Wolfenstein II game plus The Adventures of Gunslinger Joe, The Diaries of Agent Silent Death and The Amazing Deeds of Captain Wilkins. These are the three major Freedom Chronicles DLC chapters.
Not for the main single-player campaign. The PlayStation Store lists the game as a one-player title. Internet is still needed for digital downloading, updates and installing purchased Freedom Chronicles DLC, while seller-specific account activation may create additional connectivity requirements depending on the exact access model.
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