Sniper Elite is a tactical shooter game for Sony PS2 PlayStation 2, developed by Rebellion Developments. Set during the end of World War II, the game places players in the shoes of an elite American sniper, Karl Fairburne, disguised as a German soldier. The game features stealth gameplay mechanics, with the ultimate goal being to prevent the Soviet Union from obtaining nuclear secrets. Throughout the game, players can use a number of WWII-era weapons and use their surroundings for cover. A key feature of the game is its bullet physics, where elements like wind direction, gravity, and heart rate affect the sniper's accuracy. A hit-point system is used to detect where an opponent has been shot and adjust their health accordingly. The game is renowned for its epic long-shots and x-ray kill cam that helps players perfect their aim. The frame narrative includes both a single-player campaign mode and cooperative multiplayer modes. The game's genre is a combination of stealth, action, and tactical shooting.