Dead Island 2

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6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 312 Ratings

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  1. MiniDiwi
    May 3, 2023
    10
    Game was an absolute blast. I’ve been waiting for the game since last March and my expectations have been met. The story is so fun obviously it’s not a superior life changing story but it a fun and action packed interesting story. The 6 slayers each have their own unique and likable personalities and I’ve played as all 6 and did not get bored once. Dead island 2 has some unique mechanicsGame was an absolute blast. I’ve been waiting for the game since last March and my expectations have been met. The story is so fun obviously it’s not a superior life changing story but it a fun and action packed interesting story. The 6 slayers each have their own unique and likable personalities and I’ve played as all 6 and did not get bored once. Dead island 2 has some unique mechanics and finishers and I’m sure they will add more in their DLC. The gore system is revolutionary and it’s beyond any other game I’ve played. The gore is so incredibly amazing, and it has to be the best gore system in any game released so far. Lots of amazing and detailed weapons, the Hell-A concept played out very according to plan, etc. Everything about Dead Island 2 is absolutely incredible and is 100% worth your time.… Expand
  2. Nite4awk
    May 2, 2023
    8
    Favorite game of 2023 so far. I would score it a 10, except for unresolved audio issues and no patches/solutions. I resolved the issue myself... but the fact that the game is still unpatched leaves me frustrated. Otherwise an incredibly enjoyable game. I have over 60 hours in the game. I've beat it one time, and done all the side missions (100% completion)... and I want to play againFavorite game of 2023 so far. I would score it a 10, except for unresolved audio issues and no patches/solutions. I resolved the issue myself... but the fact that the game is still unpatched leaves me frustrated. Otherwise an incredibly enjoyable game. I have over 60 hours in the game. I've beat it one time, and done all the side missions (100% completion)... and I want to play again with a different character. It's just that fun.… Expand
  3. Burakichi
    May 6, 2023
    8
    Don't be fooled by the 12-hour playtime advertised for this game - it's actually quite entertaining and will keep you hooked for much longer. While the main storyline may be relatively short, the urge to complete side missions and explore the captivating maps is constant.

    The game's maps are beautifully designed, with intriguing landscapes that make it hard to resist wandering around.    Don't be fooled by the 12-hour playtime advertised for this game - it's actually quite entertaining and will keep you hooked for much longer. While the main storyline may be relatively short, the urge to complete side missions and explore the captivating maps is constant.

    The game's maps are beautifully designed, with intriguing landscapes that make it hard to resist wandering around. You'll find yourself wanting to explore every nook and cranny of the game's world.    … Expand
  4. JackPlack
    Apr 24, 2023
    8
    Great graphics/optimization, very good gore effects. Good style/story bot its nothing special. Little badly organized sandbox features. It could be better. I hate when i'm level up, and once again need to upgrade weapon. Also i hate when electrical zombies are 100% immune to electric weapons (i dont think electricity i cutting limbs with electric sword).

    +1 point for Unreal Engine    Great graphics/optimization, very good gore effects. Good style/story bot its nothing special. Little badly organized sandbox features. It could be better. I hate when i'm level up, and once again need to upgrade weapon. Also i hate when electrical zombies are 100% immune to electric weapons (i dont think electricity i cutting limbs with electric sword).

    +1 point for Unreal Engine implementation and at least RT Off. Even FSR isnt needed with graphic better than CP77/Dying Light 2. There are small maps but still its better way. Dynamic lightning without good static is today is dumb.

    Please Nvidia make good static lightning cache solutions not blurry AI, denoising, unaccurate pathtracing with single bounce. Old way prerendered raytracing at objects is still more attractive, than your overhyped feature: RT On. There is no game with RTX 2070S which is better than old way with all implemented potential.    … Expand
  5. mordecai35
    Apr 22, 2023
    8
    It's worth mentioning that somehow, after a radically challenging development cycle that the game came out as polished as it did. It runs exceptionally well on PC, too. Was the wait worth it? Sure, if you actually liked the 1st one. This game doesn't do anything perfectly, or reinvent the wheel, but It was a blast to play. Isn't that why we play games?
  6. Martin998
    Apr 24, 2023
    8
    10 hours in and I am impressed. The combat is addicting and the graphics blew me away! The story so far is fine but can be better.
  7. SephirothS1C
    Apr 24, 2023
    8
    Dead Island 2 does nothing to reinvent the wheel, and doesn't particularly shine in anything it does. All it can offer is some mindless fun, and sometimes that is perfectly okay. Sometimes we don't have the mental energy to play games like Elden Ring or God of War, but this offers simple fun for a short period. My recommendation if you are on the fence is to pick it up when it goes on sale.
  8. Blood-dr
    Apr 30, 2023
    10
    Good to play with friends good story better then the first dead island the card abilities was really interesting Final boss was really ****
  9. R3ACT3M
    Apr 22, 2023
    9
    This is one of those games I didn't expect to love as much as I do. 16hours of play time so far and im half way through the main story and barely scratched the surface of the many side quests available.

    The combat doesn't appear fun in videos, but believe me it is very enjoyable once you get your hands on it. The linear nature of this game really worked in it's favor as the environments    This is one of those games I didn't expect to love as much as I do. 16hours of play time so far and im half way through the main story and barely scratched the surface of the many side quests available.

    The combat doesn't appear fun in videos, but believe me it is very enjoyable once you get your hands on it. The linear nature of this game really worked in it's favor as the environments are really high quality. Well worth the 60$ hands down.    … Expand
  10. ankancr
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Played the game on PS5 and PC and must say that i am impressed. Not much bugs and a really fun time!
  11. XHAcoreRDx
    Apr 23, 2023
    8
    Pros:
    *Graphics look great
    *Gore and dismemberment not only look amazing, but impact game play *RPG elements of game are engaging and fun *Story and world lore is interesting *High replayability Cons: *Quests are fairly repetitive: go here, find/do X and return to base *Lack of enemy variety. Yes, there are fair amount of Apex enemies, but there's less when you realize that most of the    Pros:
    *Graphics look great
    *Gore and dismemberment not only look amazing, but impact game play
    *RPG elements of game are engaging and fun
    *Story and world lore is interesting
    *High replayability Cons:
    *Quests are fairly repetitive: go here, find/do X and return to base
    *Lack of enemy variety. Yes, there are fair amount of Apex enemies, but there's less when you realize that most of the list are justelemental versions of an existing one
    *Coop is slow paced, considering everyone has to huddle up for quest cutscenes. Feels like you can't go too far from your partner otherwise you hold up the game and the host will be more than eager to boot you or close the lobby    … Expand
  12. JasonMassaker
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    The best dismemberment systems I have seen so far, the Story is a bit short, but it's a good game.
  13. Madbert
    Apr 30, 2023
    8
    Pues me está gustando mucho más de lo que pensaba. tras finalizar el DLC burning shores y mientras espero a Jedi Survivor me compré este para pasar el rato, pero joder me ha sorprendido gratamente. No tiene opciones gráficas, lo que hay es lo que ves pero es que se ve de narices y va (o al menos se siente) a 60 FPS. No tiene doblaje al castellano y los subtítulos no siempre traducen bienPues me está gustando mucho más de lo que pensaba. tras finalizar el DLC burning shores y mientras espero a Jedi Survivor me compré este para pasar el rato, pero joder me ha sorprendido gratamente. No tiene opciones gráficas, lo que hay es lo que ves pero es que se ve de narices y va (o al menos se siente) a 60 FPS. No tiene doblaje al castellano y los subtítulos no siempre traducen bien lo que se escucha. La historia me parece muy de serie B está un poco como excusa. En términos generales. Muy entretenido aunque me parece caro para lo que es… Expand
  14. MrCoffeeFart
    Apr 24, 2023
    9
    Dead Island 2 does nothing to reinvent the wheel. BUT.... that wheel has been finely polished and spins like a champ. This is a zombie hack and slash video game that doesn't take it's story to seriously and neither should you. Reviews from the critics seem like they are hating on the game for the sole reason that they themselves, may be from Hell-A (LA) where the game draws manyDead Island 2 does nothing to reinvent the wheel. BUT.... that wheel has been finely polished and spins like a champ. This is a zombie hack and slash video game that doesn't take it's story to seriously and neither should you. Reviews from the critics seem like they are hating on the game for the sole reason that they themselves, may be from Hell-A (LA) where the game draws many stereotypes for its characters. The one thing I believe the game does very well at the beginning is to slowly introduce more mechanics instead of throwing everything at you all at once which keeps you entertained for longer. Personally, I have mainly co-oped the game (progress saved for both parties) but single player is doable.

    Pros: Weapon mechanics, crafting system, resources are plentiful yet restricted (different areas for different things), items are where you would expect them to be, whoever initiates quest is the main voice of a cutscene (this is a personal preference), awesome counter attacks for stunned zombies, GORE SYSTEM IS AMAZING, enough ammo for guns but not enough to make it all you use, very detailed locations and environmental story telling, smooth 60 fps, crisp graphics, story is entertaining enough, special zombies hold keys, and countless other minor things.

    Cons: Co-op kicks randomly at times, to many caustic ( electric, fire, and acid) hazards in the world at times, weapons can cause caustic damage to you when zombies catch, shotguns a little to weak or should maim more, not 100% open world (which may have lead to better location designs), characters are good but no strong attachments are built for most characters (one mission and done), Special zombies have the same attacks over and over which just make them tedious, zombies now crawl out of vents or storm drains which can take away from immersion.

    To end this, I believe personally too many people have come into video games demanding excellence and not just slowing themselves down while putting the real world behind them and JUST HAVE FUN. Thls game has been through development hell but I don't care about that. I care about finished products. You know what to expect if you like videogames like these. You can watch the trailers and see whether it is something you would like or not. If you bought it knowing you may not like it, you may want to critique yourself and make some changes. You know what you are getting with Dead Island 2 and the developers haven't lead people to believe it would be anything else.

    8.4 out of 10. Rounded up is a 9 (Played on Series X)    … Expand
  15. Rodrigo957
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Jogo muito bom, recomendo a toda comunidade Sistema de batalha danos e desmembramento incrível
  16. The_D4RknesS
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Yes! this game was worth waiting almost 10 years for this game!

    Graphics are beautiful, the gore is one of the best I've seen in a zombie game, the physical damage of each weapon is different (I've never seen a game with such perfect internal organs surpassing even Mortal Kombat) The city is very faithful to reality, the story is a little weak but the real fun of the game and the    Yes! this game was worth waiting almost 10 years for this game!

    Graphics are beautiful, the gore is one of the best I've seen in a zombie game, the physical damage of each weapon is different (I've never seen a game with such perfect internal organs surpassing even Mortal Kombat) The city is very faithful to reality, the story is a little weak but the real fun of the game and the exploration is to kill the zombies in every possible way with the thousands of weapons in the game and with their unique damage!
    Best zombie game for me was dying light, now its DEAD ISLAND 2



    This game is a zombie killing and stress relief playground so I give it a 1000/10    … Expand
  17. enesco18
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    dead island best action adventure games and best graphics design and hard games
  18. Hack
    May 3, 2023
    9
    Dead Island 2 is better than it has any right to be, after years of delays and multiple different developers I went in expecting very little and boy was I wrong.

    The first thing you'll notice is that the game runs great, after so many terrible PC ports as of late it was extremely refreshing to play a game that looks incredible, with some of the best asset quality I've ever seen, whilst    Dead Island 2 is better than it has any right to be, after years of delays and multiple different developers I went in expecting very little and boy was I wrong.

    The first thing you'll notice is that the game runs great, after so many terrible PC ports as of late it was extremely refreshing to play a game that looks incredible, with some of the best asset quality I've ever seen, whilst also performing brilliantly. With an RTX 3080 & 13700K I was able to hit a locked 120fps at native 1440p, and a locked 120fps at 4K with FSR 2.0 on the balanced preset, this was on max settings as well. I did crash maybe 5-6 times though, so hopefully that's fixed. One of the big highlights of the game is the new F.L.E.S.H system, it's without a doubt the best gore system I have ever witnessed, it's disgusting and beautiful. Zombies peel like an onion, first their clothes and skin, then muscle and fat and finally bone, everything can be hacked and slashed. The slow motion and special kills really show the system off the best.

    Dead Island 2 has a big focus on melee combat but you do unlock guns further into the campaign, and both have a role to play. I saved my firearms for bosses and tougher enemies as ammo can be a little sparse. You can add mods to any weapon and there's a ton of them, you'll never be using the same weapon type for long (but you can if you want to, you can match any weapon with your level if you find one you love). Adding mods also changes the guns look, which I thought was a nice touch.

    The devs have done a fantastic job building the world, everything looks great and there's a ton of flare and attention to detail, whether you're in a hospital, police station or shopping mall, every area is packed full of little details that make it feel lived in during better times.

    I only played as Jacob but his voice actor did a very good job, and the script wasn't too cringe with some truly funny one liners.

    Overall the game is just fun and it's put together well, with no major performance issues, bugs or stutter. It's a big upgrade over the original and I'd put it on the same level as Dying Light 1, so if you enjoy that series I'm confident you'll enjoy Dead Island 2.    … Expand
  19. JacoBee93
    May 2, 2023
    10
    Best slasher in years. Head and shoulders above many top tier games in terms of fun
  20. Andreo217
    Apr 23, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is a very good homage to old school Horror movies lovers.

    The fighting mechanics are good, animations are intense and gory and combos are always enjoyable to make. You can choose from a different range of characters, its NOT fully open world. As it has loading screens to travel through LA.

    With that said this doesn’t mean the game is bad. The (small) open(kinda) world bit is still very enjoyable as the loading screens are in huge military control points that were used when the city went into lockdown, so its not bad. Dying Light fans(like myself!) will struggle with this game a little as there is no way to run away from the big variety of zombies. You will have to think fast and plan traps with fire, acid and water. The last one will have to be used with a weapon with electrical perks. The puzzles are not complex at all and are made to be simple. Take here, put there, follow this person, BOSS. Pretty simple. The level system is pretty straightforward. There is no Skill Tree, the perks are assigned by level and then they can be chosen to be played in slots or not, its up to the player

    All and all, the game is a 9 out of 10. It can be considered Open world, Arcade and linear at the same time.    … Expand
  21. MrSoup
    May 4, 2023
    9
    Fantastic game! The game is also not in a broken state on release! (it's sad that this is a 'plus' and not standard for most games today) The graphics are really nice, they take advantage of a lot of the Unreal Engine tech very well. The gameplay is a bit slow in the early levels, but you really take off in power once you get some cards in your build.
  22. Rapter316
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Excellent gameplay, really fun in coop and gore is awesome. Most importantly it focuses on the zombies instead of the living humans in a zombie game, which is my main complaint for just about every zombie game that comes out nowadays.
  23. joaoceleguini
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    I Love it! in first look when i saw the gameplay i tought "is a boring game", but is not! Its very playful and challenging. The bad point is the many bugs!
  24. RaGeQuIT112
    Apr 24, 2023
    8
    It`s a miracle this game is even out, after the development hell it went through, but rather than going in the direction that Duke Nukem Forever went, this game doesn`t suck. I didn`t have high expectations, but I`ve had a good time playing it and I appreciate it`s simplicity. You have a weapon and some nasty zombies, have fun! The zombies are fun to kill thanks to the well made goreIt`s a miracle this game is even out, after the development hell it went through, but rather than going in the direction that Duke Nukem Forever went, this game doesn`t suck. I didn`t have high expectations, but I`ve had a good time playing it and I appreciate it`s simplicity. You have a weapon and some nasty zombies, have fun! The zombies are fun to kill thanks to the well made gore system the game has. I also really liked the fact that the game didn`t have game-breaking glitches like many video games these days have.… Expand
  25. StormDeath69
    May 2, 2023
    8
    Fun et bien optimisé
  26. Maxpas
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    EMPRESS спасибо большое за бесплатную игру))) Dumbuster Studios вам тоже большой привет хорошая игра без Denuvo ахахаха
  27. Tomas95
    Apr 27, 2023
    10
    Dieses Spiel muss man Einfach spielen Es ist das beste zombie Spiel überhaupt und man sollte doch froh sein ein höchst Qualitativem spiel mit flüssigen 4k 60 fps mit wenig bugs in jahr 2023 spielen zu dürfen ein Meisterwerk in seinen eigenen Genre
  28. linneaflawless
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    I was a bit skeptical about dead island 2 at first however, I am completely baffled and amazed at how great this game is. Though the game is designed to be linear and in districts, every district feels enormous and I always find myself doubling back to places I forgot had initially existed. The interiors and exteriors of buildings are so intricately detailed and designed. The environmentI was a bit skeptical about dead island 2 at first however, I am completely baffled and amazed at how great this game is. Though the game is designed to be linear and in districts, every district feels enormous and I always find myself doubling back to places I forgot had initially existed. The interiors and exteriors of buildings are so intricately detailed and designed. The environment is top notch. Almost every surface will react with effects from enemies and weapons such as fire, electrify, and water. The story is pretty light hearted and a bit goofy, but still entertaining. It's not a masterpiece, but it's exactly what it sets out to be.… Expand
  29. Vyzen
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    the game is a lot of fun. especially with other people in co-op mode. the damage model of the zombies is unique and i have never seen it in any game. just awesome.
  30. ImNot_Yuma
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    I recently played Dead Island 2 and I had a blast with the game. As a fan of zombie games, I was excited to see the game set in California, which is one of my favourite places. The game manages to create a similar feeling to the original Dead Island, but with a more comic-horror twist.

    One of the best things about Dead Island 2 is the level system, which is quite cool. You feel like    I recently played Dead Island 2 and I had a blast with the game. As a fan of zombie games, I was excited to see the game set in California, which is one of my favourite places. The game manages to create a similar feeling to the original Dead Island, but with a more comic-horror twist.

    One of the best things about Dead Island 2 is the level system, which is quite cool. You feel like you're making progress as you level up, and it adds an extra layer of satisfaction to the game. Another great feature is the Fury ability, where you're able to go into fury mode and become a zombie for a while. This was a really fun aspect of the game and added an extra dimension to the gameplay.

    I found Dead Island 2 to be very fresh and polished, and I didn't encounter any bugs that ruined the gameplay or made it unfun. The game is incredibly realistic, especially with the gore system, which is one of the best I've seen in a video game. The dismemberment of zombies is wild and satisfying to see.

    I loved that I could switch out my skill cards and change up the game a bit, and the abilities like Dodge were really fun to use. The challenging missions were also enjoyable, and I had a great time playing through them.

    Overall, I think Dead Island 2 is a cool game that offers a lot of entertainment. Dambuster Studio has proven that they are good at making zombie games, and I appreciate the effort put into the game's details. I would definitely recommend this game to any fans of zombie games looking for a fun and challenging experience.    … Expand
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75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Movies Games and Tech
    May 1, 2023
    70
    A sleek and good-looking zombie smashing experience. Great combat and sense of humour are shackled to a sadly formulaic feel.
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  2. Hooked Gamers
    Apr 28, 2023
    70
    Dead Island 2 is a remarkably solid game, one that doesn't make any attempt to reinvent the wheel, but nevertheless is a more than satisfying mindless casual zombie-killing gorefest. It won't be a game held up in years to come as the go-to model for open-world zombie games but given its decade-long tenure in development hell, it's nothing short of a miracle it ever managed to crawl across the finish line as anything less than a complete mess.
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  3. MGG
    Apr 27, 2023
    80
    All in all, Dead Island 2 is an excellent surprise and a must-have for all the fans of the genre, that seems to us undeniable. And if, despite its rather minor problems, Dead Island 2 can lose credibility at first sight, there is no doubt that its important strong points will make you forget these small details as you progress in the game. The work done in many respects is colossal, and you feel it throughout the progression. A very good game that we highly recommend!
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