Prisoner of War

December 31, 2002 Wide Games Codemasters
Adventure
XBOX PC PS2
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Prisoner of War captures the intrigue, danger and heroism of Allied escape attempts from prisoner of war camps during World War II, including Colditz - the Germans highest security "escape-proof" camp. Gameplay delivers a tense 3rd person stealth adventure game where bravery, stealth and cunning will win the day.
Storyline

It is World War II, and the player takes the role of an American pilot, Captain Lewis Stone, who is thrown into a prison camp of the Nazis. While attempting to escape the camp, Captain Stone discovers that the Germans are developing a secret weapon they intend to use against the Allies. Soon his personal wish of escape turns into a desire to save the world from the destruction the Nazis are planning.
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Game Info

Release Date December 31, 2002
Developer Wide Games
Publisher Codemasters
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Third person
Themes Action, Stealth