Silent Hunter III

Silent Hunter III

March 15, 2005
Ubisoft Entertainment
4.3/5.0(20 RAWG ratings)
~1h playtime
Metacritic 90
StrategySimulation

PC

Great

Players overwhelmingly appreciate the historical realism, immersive gameplay, and modding capabilities of Silent Hunter III, often citing it as the best submarine simulation game. While many find it challenging yet rewarding, some express frustration with technical issues and outdated features. Overall, the sentiment around the game is extremely positive, particularly among those familiar with simulating naval warfare.

About This Game

Set in World War II, Silent Hunter III immerses players in realistic submarine warfare with an all-new 3D engine and dynamic campaigns, allowing for both strategic gameplay and crew management. Players command various U-boats in engaging naval battles while experiencing a richly detailed environment that captures the tension of submarine warfare.

Highlights

  • Realistic 3D water modeling and day/night cycles
  • Playable U-boats: Type II, VII, IX, and XXI
  • Dynamic, non-linear WWII campaigns
  • Engaging audio and detailed U-boat interiors
  • Multiplayer cooperative play for up to eight players
  • Highly customizable gameplay with community mods
  • Accessible learning curve for all skill levels
  • Authentic historical naval warfare experience

Platforms

PC

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

Player Reviews

Great

Players overwhelmingly appreciate the historical realism, immersive gameplay, and modding capabilities of Silent Hunter III, often citing it as the best submarine simulation game. While many find it challenging yet rewarding, some express frustration with technical issues and outdated features. Overall, the sentiment around the game is extremely positive, particularly among those familiar with simulating naval warfare.

Pros

  • • Immersive gameplay and historical realism
  • • Highly customizable with community mods
  • • Engaging and strategic mechanics
  • • Captures the atmosphere of submarine warfare well
  • • Nostalgic appeal for long-time fans

Cons

  • • Frequent crashes and technical issues
  • • Outdated graphics and user interface
  • • Steep learning curve for new players
  • • Some gameplay mechanics feel cumbersome
  • • Initial versions have unresolved bugs

Based on 98 reviews from steam

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Silent Hunter III — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silent Hunter III worth playing?
Silent Hunter III has a great reception from players.
When did Silent Hunter III release?
Silent Hunter III released on March 15, 2005.