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A step up from the original but still flawed
posted by tjsmoke (NORTHAMPTON, PA) Aug 22, 2012
Member since Dec 2008
8 out of 9 gamers (89%) found this review helpful
"Darksiders II" takes place alongside the first game, though this time we follow Death instead. Death is a more likeable character than War, doling out wisecracks to those he meets on his journey. The environments are much bigger this time around, so it helps Death has his trusty steed Despair to aid him in his travels. As you progress through the game, you will unlock fast travel, though it won't always be accessible to you. Death moves quicker than War, so combat and platforming is a bit more fluid. Even still, controls may fail you on occassion, usually at an inopportune time. RPG elements are introduced, and there is plenty of loot to be found, ensuring that no two Deaths will look alike. Switching out weapons and apparel isn't always the best, as not every new item improves your stats completely. In fact, most improve part of your stats while lowering others. The menus are a little clumsy to use, but not so bad as to be game breaking. Same with switching between abilities- you need to bring the wheel up each time to switch between those mapped to the R2 button (like your gun and you Deathclaw, a hook shot that enables you to grab points from a distance, either for retrieval or moving about a room). This is awkward, but not so bad. What's more frustrating are the glitches that do raise their head from time to time. These include locking the game up, NPCs not appearing when and where they should, and NPCs not performing as they should (I had a ghost who was supposed to help me in combat who merely stood in a corner instead). the camera also can be very unhelpful, especially in tight quarters, and leads to some cheap deaths and falls. The story is very good, so it's enough to keep you going, even when the fetch quests and combat begin to feel tedious. The environments are huge and nicely detailed, but fairly empty. Voice acting is especially good, even for minor characters. If you enjoyed the first, you should like this one, but you may not love it. 7.5/10 stars
Amazing Sequel with few issues
posted by shooterjunkie56 (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO) Aug 15, 2012
Member since May 2011
11 out of 15 gamers (73%) found this review helpful
Darksiders was a very overlooked game because it was a very fun game that took the best elements from God of War and Legend of Zelda. Darksiders 2 is an epic sequel to an already great game. The game is lengthy, the art design is awesome and unique, boss fights are amazing, combat is fast and fluid, only minor issues keep it from being perfect.
In Darksiders 2 you play as Death, a horseman of the Apocalypse on a mission to restore humanity. The story is very well written but it has a sequel-bait ending.
Pros:
Fluid and fast combat
Incredible art design
fun and creative puzzles
epic boss fights
lengthy 20-25 hour campaign
Good story
Cons:
Framerate issues
some minor glitches with sound and animations
lousy ending
if you liked the first Darksiders you must pick up Darksiders 2 because I feel it improves on everythng the first one did.
In Darksiders 2 you play as Death, a horseman of the Apocalypse on a mission to restore humanity. The story is very well written but it has a sequel-bait ending.
Pros:
Fluid and fast combat
Incredible art design
fun and creative puzzles
epic boss fights
lengthy 20-25 hour campaign
Good story
Cons:
Framerate issues
some minor glitches with sound and animations
lousy ending
if you liked the first Darksiders you must pick up Darksiders 2 because I feel it improves on everythng the first one did.
Greatsiders II
posted by StarRaven (BOYNTON BEACH, FL) Aug 17, 2012
Member since May 2011
3 out of 5 gamers (60%) found this review helpful
Much like the first one, I didn't have high expectations and am impressed to say the least.
The graphics can be hit or miss, but the artstyle is solid all the way through.
I'm not crazy about the voice work.
Gameplay is good, should feel ordinary.
The best part is how much of an RPG it is considering that it's an action title. In fact, it seems to be the perfect blend of what an action RPG is, minus a party of other characters. The world is relatively big, with very deep dungeons but it reminds me more of the world from Brutal Legend than that of a Fallout or Skyrim. This is a good thing!!!
The story picks up from where the last one left off and it's a lot of fun playing as a different Horsemen. Although it's hard to imagine how this game is going to branch off for the remaining riders but hopefully they will each get their own game and it will be just as good as the first two.
If you've got some extra time to kill, definitely give this game your attention.
The graphics can be hit or miss, but the artstyle is solid all the way through.
I'm not crazy about the voice work.
Gameplay is good, should feel ordinary.
The best part is how much of an RPG it is considering that it's an action title. In fact, it seems to be the perfect blend of what an action RPG is, minus a party of other characters. The world is relatively big, with very deep dungeons but it reminds me more of the world from Brutal Legend than that of a Fallout or Skyrim. This is a good thing!!!
The story picks up from where the last one left off and it's a lot of fun playing as a different Horsemen. Although it's hard to imagine how this game is going to branch off for the remaining riders but hopefully they will each get their own game and it will be just as good as the first two.
If you've got some extra time to kill, definitely give this game your attention.
The 4 horseman ride again!!!!!
posted by kbodin1 (LYNN, MA) Aug 16, 2012
Member since Jul 2006
4 out of 7 gamers (57%) found this review helpful
The graphics are a little cartoonish kinda like Borderlands, but the game is alot of fun so far. I love the fighting and i love how you can hold the L2 button to stay zeroed in on your opponent while fighting.
The gameplay is smooth so far and the story line is pretty cool and not boring like other games.
If the graphics were like God or war, this game would have gotten a 9 rating from me.
It's a definite awesome rent. I have put in about 2 hours into the game and i can't wait to play more
The gameplay is smooth so far and the story line is pretty cool and not boring like other games.
If the graphics were like God or war, this game would have gotten a 9 rating from me.
It's a definite awesome rent. I have put in about 2 hours into the game and i can't wait to play more