Crysis: Special Edition

About

Crysis: Special Edition is a first-person shooter set in 2019 where global powers clash with an alien threat on a remote island. You play as a Delta Force soldier navigating dense jungles, frozen tundras, and the interior of a massive extraterrestrial warship. Combat blends gunfire, stealth, and vehicle use with a focus on environmental interaction. The story follows a tense Cold War scenario as US and North Korean forces reluctantly collaborate to stop a catastrophic alien invasion. Gameplay emphasizes open-ended tactics with tools like a gravity hammer and nano-suit enhancements. The Special Edition adds bonus content like a making-of documentary, concept art, and the game's orchestral score by Inon Zur. Known for its demanding system requirements and visually ambitious design, it was praised for its scale and technical polish at release. Players often cite its challenging difficulty and varied environments as standout features. With no multiplayer in this version, the focus stays firmly on its single-player campaign.

Storyline

Earth, 2019. A team of US scientists makes a frightening discovery on an island in the South China Sea. All contact with the team is lost when the North Korean Government quickly seals off the area. The United States responds by dispatching an elite team of Delta Force Operators to recon the situation. As tension rises between the two nations, a massive alien ship reveals itself in the middle of the island. The ship generates an immense force sphere that freezes a vast portion of the island and drastically alters the global weather system. Now the US and North Korea must join forces to battle the alien menace. With hope rapidly fading, you must fight epic battles through tropical jungle, frozen landscapes, and finally into the heart of the alien ship itself for the ultimate Zero G showdown.