Get ready for intense battles! The upcoming first-person shooter, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, is set to transport players to the heart of the Vietnam War. Experience sprawling jungle combat like never before.
Team 17, in collaboration with Expression Games, is dedicated to crafting an incredibly authentic experience. They’re meticulously recreating weapons, character animations, and sound effects. A crucial part of this process has been their partnership with the esteemed Royal Armouries since 2024.
The development team behind Hell Let Loose: Vietnam has been granted access to the Royal Armouries extensive collection. They’ve gathered images, scans, videos, and audio recordings of various weapons. This dedication to detail will allow players to truly feel what it was like to be a soldier during the Vietnam War, emphasizing historical accuracy.
Players will have the option to fight as either US Armed Forces or the North Vietnamese Army. Command powerful tanks and helicopters, or unleash devastating mortar barrages. Alternatively, utilize stealth and cunning by constructing hidden tunnels and executing surprise ambushes.
Team 17 And Expression Games Team Up With The Royal Armouries
The hallmark of the Hell Let Loose franchise is its commitment to delivering raw, realistic combat experiences. This includes using weaponry and employing tactics that are true to the historical period. This mission has been facilitated by working with the historical expertise of the Royal Armouries.
According to Matt White, Creative Director at Expression Games, working closely with the Royal Armouries and their Keeper of Firearms & Artillery, Jonathan Ferguson, was a truly exceptional experience. He added that the Royal Armouries’ in-depth knowledge and extensive collection of historical weaponry were invaluable in helping them achieve visual, animation, and audio authenticity for Hell Let Loose: Vietnam.
– Matt White, Creative Director at Expression Games
This isn’t the first time the Royal Armouries Museum has contributed its historical insights to the gaming industry. Jonathan Ferguson, Keeper of Firearms & Artillery, regularly appears on the EXP Youtube Channel, where he provides valuable commentary on the historical accuracy of weapons featured in video games.
Located in Leeds, the Royal Armouries Museum boasts a collection of thousands of artifacts. These include swords, firearms, artillery pieces, and even the armor of a majestic Indian war elephant. Dedicated to preserving history and sharing knowledge globally, the collaboration between Hell Let Loose: Vietnam and the Royal Armouries demonstrates how video games can serve as effective tools for learning about historical events.
Jack Wanstall, Senior Licensing & Partnerships Manager at the Royal Armouries, stated that, as one of the leading museums of arms and armor, they are committed to sharing their collections and expertise with new audiences. He believes that this partnership enables them to incorporate historical accuracy into the interactive entertainment realm, offering gamers vivid in-game details and innovative ways to connect with the stories and heritage that the Royal Armouries safeguards.
– Jack Wanstall, Senior Licensing & Partnerships Manager, Royal Armouries
The Royal Armouries is serving as a vital resource for the game’s weapon visuals, animations, and sound design. The game is slated for release in 2026. In the meantime, players who haven’t yet experienced the Hell Let Loose series can enjoy the original WWII-based game, which continues to receive new content and updates. This includes the upcoming addition of the game’s most expansive urban map this November.