AquaNox 2: Revelation

 PC
Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 13
  3. Negative: 2 out of 13
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  1. PC Gamer
    87
    Makes me wish more games featured adult-themed language and situations, because in this case, they actually add to the gritty feel and setting we've been delivered. [Dec 2003, p.107]
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  2. GameZone
    80
    The graphics are beautiful and along with the sound effects and musical score really immerse you in the game.
  3. Adrenaline Vault
    70
    What with graphics that are no longer state-of-the-art, no multiplayer component, a less-than-totally compelling story, and combat that is sometimes frustrating, there is a lot missing here.
  5. ActionTrip
    67
    For a game that looks like it's striving to be Wing Commander under the sea, the designers still have a lot to learn about creating a game with decent cinematic appeal or good story presentation. I don't mind linear single-player gameplay, just as long as the events in between missions are not presented in such a basic and dated form.
  6. Game Chronicles
    66
    Unless you are really hard up for a combat game or a big fan of the original I’d skip this and save your cash for whatever the future holds for this “sleeping” genre.
  7. GameSpy
    65
    The problem is that after the initial unique feeling of intrigue you may get by playing a game that takes place entirely underwater, it's just not very fun.
  8. G4 TV
    60
    A beautiful game. Much like its predecessor, AquaNox 2 sets a new high water mark (heh, heh) in graphics. High end PC gamers are in for a real treat. It doesn't hurt that the game plays well too. Yet the single player campaign just isn't all that long.
  9. IGN
    60
    Unless you were a diehard fan of the original, I'd say give this one a pass.
  10. Computer Games Magazine
    60
    The action is still highly distinctive fun, though, and for those in search of a challenge, Aquanox 2 definitely comes through. [Jan 2004, p.85]
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  11. GameSpot
    56
    The missions are still brief, the control is still awkward, and in 2003, those great graphics just don't look so great anymore.
  12. Yahoo!
    50
    There are innumerable superior first-person shooters and a good number of top-quality mission-based combat games - AquaNox 2: Revelation combines elements of both, but it's really not a compelling mixture.
  13. Cheat Code Central
    40
    Realism has its place in games but the realism that the developers chose to highlight in Aquanox 2: Revelation actually impedes the gameplay.
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  14. Computer Gaming World
    20
    A lobotomized first-person shooter. Invisible walls and glass ceilings abound throughout the briny deep, ensnaring players in a boring series of follow-the-leader and circle-strafing style stages. [Dec 2003, p.144]
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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 33 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 33
  3. Negative: 2 out of 33
  1. ZuffuluZT
    May 1, 2008
    10
    Why does this game got such low scores? I really don't get it ...when this game came out I played it all the way through - twice, becauseWhy does this game got such low scores? I really don't get it ...when this game came out I played it all the way through - twice, because it was so much fun. ;)
    And until today I have finished it probably another 10 times.
    It really is a timeless classic for me that never grows old and I am really hoping for part 3. There is still so much potential in that universe.    … Full Review »
  2. matthew11
    Sep 19, 2013
    6
    Same graphics, same guns, same submarines. But in this sequel is everything even bigger. Sadly it's doing that game boring. Story is soSame graphics, same guns, same submarines. But in this sequel is everything even bigger. Sadly it's doing that game boring. Story is so predictable and so unnecessarily long. Full of strange characters with one main who successfully supplementing all stupid conversations. At least there are still some good fights. 61/100… Full Review »
  3. AlexanderS.
    Mar 14, 2009
    8
    This game is very underrated. The story, characters and dialogues are clearly adult-themed and dark. Like Aquanox 1 it shows well the madnessThis game is very underrated. The story, characters and dialogues are clearly adult-themed and dark. Like Aquanox 1 it shows well the madness of a post apocalyptic underwater society. The dialogues are very hilarious too (at least in the German Original version)

    The gameplay is solid, fast and furious. But there are not many ships too choose from. However you get plenty of weapons.

    The graphics are nice and fit well the dark atmosphere. Sound is superb too.

    The only real cons for this game are the linearity (altough it does not disturb me that much, it is a story-driven game) and the presentation. The story is told via pictures of the speaking characters and dialogue. It is not that great. However sometimes a render video plays.

    Overall it is a great, adult game which small flaws.    … Full Review »
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