Blood Omen 2

 GameCube
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. GamePro
    80
    May be repetitive, overwrought, and fraught with unimaginative puzzles and enemies, but those of you dying for some bloody GameCube fun won't get it much better than this.
  2. Nintendo Power
    78
    Beautifully detailed gothic environments. [Feb 2003, p.155]
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  3. TotalGames.net
    77
    Graphically, it certainly won't win any awards but the surroundings are suitably gothic and provide a convincing setting for the bloodthirsty business at hand.
  5. GameZone
    76
    The game is a touch too simplistic, but does have solid characters, and very good sound.
  6. Game Informer
    75
    Nine months and no enhancements later, BO2 hits the 'Cube. Surprisingly, it's still darn good. [Jan 2003, p.102]
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  7. GamerWeb Nintendo
    75
    The graphics are well above average, the sound is superb and the gameplay is good, if a tad stale.
  8. GameSpot
    71
    The story has at least a couple of fine twists, and Kain is as memorable of a main character as they come.
  9. IGN
    70
    This doesn't feel like a true next-generation game. If you can live with that, the dark nature and gritty storyline of the title may outweigh its drawbacks.
  10. Nintendophiles
    70
    Linear and repetitive gameplay, inferior hit detection, and unattractive visuals makes a good deal of this title difficult to go through even once.
  11. Cheat Code Central
    70
    Hardcore gamers need not apply; this game does not push the series in any direction. In fact it kind of drags it back a little but that's fine as long as it hits its intended audience.
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  12. Armchair Empire
    69
    It's got a great story and a well-defined protagonist, the graphics and sound provide a suitable sense of place, but the problem with the "lock" during combat and the funnel quality will more than likely turn some people off.
  13. GameSpy
    68
    The least impressive title in the Legacy of Kain series.
  14. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    65
    For an undead ruler, Kain sure has to flip a lot of switches and push around oodles of crates. [Feb 2003, p.144]
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  15. Thunderbolt
    60
    While it features an excellent overall presentation, the actual gameplay comes off dull and uninspired.
  16. Play Magazine
    50
    Kain is stiff when mutilating the townspeople, and the clunky character designs collapse the mood even more. [Jan 2003, p.76]
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Awards & Rankings

69
#69 Best GameCube Game of 2002
89
#89 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
37
#37 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. GamecubeLover
    Jul 25, 2016
    9
    This game has a good combat mechanics and everything is entertaining and keeping me on the edge of my seat. This game is difficult but that isThis game has a good combat mechanics and everything is entertaining and keeping me on the edge of my seat. This game is difficult but that is why its good.… Full Review »
  2. gorelequint
    Apr 29, 2013
    10
    I picked up this game, knowing nothing about the legacy of kain series, and having read some bad reviews in magazines. I must say that I wasI picked up this game, knowing nothing about the legacy of kain series, and having read some bad reviews in magazines. I must say that I was very impressed. The game starts off slowly, getting you used to the controls, but soon heats up, often bringing new challeneges that prove quite difficult to complete, and take more than one try. The combat system is basic, but easy to use, and the hack'n'slash action can be difficult when you first start the game. yes, there is quite a bit of talking, but that's quite alright, as the speech does sometimes hold clues and/or tips on how to get past certain bits of the game. What I particularly liked was the way that you can play the game is two markedly different ways. you can go stealthily, and only kill for neccesity (when you need a health topup, or the guard is in front of a door) or you can do an all-out massacre. Both are great fun, and this can add to your experience. Don't be a conformist and follw the magazine reviews, buy this game, give it a little time at first, and you'll find out just how much fun it can be.… Full Review »
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