Dead Space 2

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  1. MoroseTroll
    Jul 7, 2014
    9
    Dead Space 2 is not as scary as Dead Space 1 is, IMHO. Though it has its own merits: Isaac can now speak (not only just scream, as in Dead Space 1), and his nightmares about Nicole are just wonderful! Also, the speed flights through the vacuum are nice, too. Needless to say, the zero-gravity and vacuum features are still there, which is cool.
    Bottom line: it's a very good game (with less    Dead Space 2 is not as scary as Dead Space 1 is, IMHO. Though it has its own merits: Isaac can now speak (not only just scream, as in Dead Space 1), and his nightmares about Nicole are just wonderful! Also, the speed flights through the vacuum are nice, too. Needless to say, the zero-gravity and vacuum features are still there, which is cool.
    Bottom line: it's a very good game (with less horror and more action, than in Dead Space 1), and I suggest you to buy it, if you love the first game.    … Expand
  2. DanteV
    May 23, 2014
    9
    This game truly serves the purpose of being both horror and action game. The new game mechanics make the character able to move more naturally and the game is more responsive than the previous one. The game has a lot of cool new features but without sacrificing much of the old content in the previous game.
  3. Tomle1202
    May 24, 2022
    9
    Dead Space 2 is what every sequel should strive to be: better than its predecessor and able to stand on its own as a great videogame.
  4. doodmonkey
    Jun 10, 2014
    9
    Great game that made some good improvements one the first one first one. Controls are refined a bit and it still holds its dark and suspenseful roots of the first one. I suggest head phones for extra scary affect.
  5. iansarmy1
    Jul 8, 2014
    9
    This game improves upon its predecessor in almost every way, while still sticking to the formula that made it great. Dead Space 2 has an amazing setting and atmosphere and some impressive graphics for the age of the engine that was used. Not quite as relentlessly frightening as Dead Space, but it still has well crafted horror elements, coupled with the constant pressure of resourceThis game improves upon its predecessor in almost every way, while still sticking to the formula that made it great. Dead Space 2 has an amazing setting and atmosphere and some impressive graphics for the age of the engine that was used. Not quite as relentlessly frightening as Dead Space, but it still has well crafted horror elements, coupled with the constant pressure of resource management. Titan Station provides a much larger and richer setting than the Ishimaru and allows the story more scope and depth. To me its one of the best and most fully realized sci-fi environments in any game. Isaac also graduates from silent protagonist to fully voiced character which adds greatly to the story. My only complaint is that the game comes in a bit short at around 8-9 hours. I think that games which are sold as mainly single player experiences should be at least over 10 hours, this isn't COD.… Expand
  6. jelikey
    Sep 10, 2015
    9
    Dead Space 2 is in some way indentical to Dead Space 1, but it has a number of new things that manage to uplift Dead Space 2 from Dead Space 1. One thing that really made the game for me where those interactive cutscene things, just amazingly well-made.
  7. adriano1983pl
    Jun 16, 2020
    9
    Sound design. Nailed!

    Very successful continuation. A lot of improvements have been made, and the "one" atmosphere has been preserved. On numerous forums, I read that the first part is the best and I was a bit afraid to play the next one, but I was not disappointed. The quality is the same or even higher. The character now moves much more relaxed. Do not feel the strange (in a good    Sound design. Nailed!

    Very successful continuation. A lot of improvements have been made, and the "one" atmosphere has been preserved. On numerous forums, I read that the first part is the best and I was a bit afraid to play the next one, but I was not disappointed. The quality is the same or even higher.

    The character now moves much more relaxed. Do not feel the strange (in a good sense of the word) character weight. The different feel of the movement is the first noticeable change.

    The locations we visit are now much more varied. The graphics seem slightly tweaked (a bit more colourful, less gloomy brown). Environmental riddles, although they are straightforward, are satisfying—a lot of new solutions and references to the previous part. The locations are fascinating.

    There is more combat in this part. It's more action-packed. There are more opponents, and there is a greater variety of opponents. There are also more types of weapons and available upgrades - it made me slightly overwhelmed, but in the end, I was able to choose the ones that suited me best.

    It is also possible to unlock different types of suits and unique versions of weapons, but I haven't played long enough to unlock and check everything. I am not a completist.

    A few frustrating things, but it's possible that I played poorly. 1. Sometimes I ran out of ammo - entirely, and I had to run; 2. The return of the immortal opponent didn't heal - in the first part, I didn't like it either; 3. Sometimes there were so many opponents on the screen that I practically shot blindly.

    The DS3 is already downloading when I write this review. I can not wait.    … Expand
  8. mthlacerda
    May 10, 2015
    9
    One of the best survival horrors of all time, no way to deny. The history has an strong script, they had no laziness to create the enemies, which are great ones. The graphics are terrific, the sounds are flawless (the screams, the weapons, the surroundings are... damn, are amazing), all of that sets the tone for a great atmosphere. It's not for childs, if you're impressive or don't likeOne of the best survival horrors of all time, no way to deny. The history has an strong script, they had no laziness to create the enemies, which are great ones. The graphics are terrific, the sounds are flawless (the screams, the weapons, the surroundings are... damn, are amazing), all of that sets the tone for a great atmosphere. It's not for childs, if you're impressive or don't like hard games you might wanna pass this out, and if you want to be challenged, you will. With terrific gameplay, story and technical elements, the only complain is the multiplayer (which is pretty much a 6/10). If there ever be a ''Hall of fame'' to horror games, Dead Space 2 will surely be there… Expand
  9. mugsy
    May 10, 2020
    9
    Best in the series and scariest too. Needle in the eye thing was intense. Part 3 was an abomination
  10. Kotofon
    Apr 3, 2022
    9
    Шутер от третьего лица DP2 – это трагичная история инженера, спасшего нацию, но которого наградили не по заслугам. В начале сюжета он просыпается в психиатрической лечебнице после того, как его нашли беспутно дрейфующем на космической станции «Ишемура». Как только врачи диагностировали тяжелое заболевание мозга, его отстранили от дел, хотя на него не повесили «подписку о запрете выходить вШутер от третьего лица DP2 – это трагичная история инженера, спасшего нацию, но которого наградили не по заслугам. В начале сюжета он просыпается в психиатрической лечебнице после того, как его нашли беспутно дрейфующем на космической станции «Ишемура». Как только врачи диагностировали тяжелое заболевание мозга, его отстранили от дел, хотя на него не повесили «подписку о запрете выходить в открытый космос». Айзек бродил по лечебнице в поиске своей девушки, но его останавливает сумасшедший герой, прошедший с ним половину испытаний. Он утверждает, что они вместе могут уничтожить обелиск, который сейчас лечит на Титане.… Expand
  11. Danil_Shtangeev
    Jan 6, 2019
    9
    One of the best single-player action horror game I've ever played. Awesome storyline, level & UI design.
  12. RomanGor
    Nov 7, 2019
    9
    Достойное продолжение первой части. Лично мне показалась менее страшной, чем первая часть, но все равно обязательна к ознакомлению...
  13. Genek13
    Nov 19, 2019
    9
    Sequel to one of the best games of 2009.
    Game improves everything comparing to the previous one which makes it better installment.
    This atmosphere !!!
  14. Bloodnes
    Oct 30, 2021
    9
    Вторая часть игры не стала провальной, игра приобрела чуть лучшую графику, захватывающий сюжет и атмосферу настоящего хоррора. 9/10 срочно нужен ремастер!
  15. roberto__ww
    Apr 28, 2020
    9
    Una de las pocas secuelas que a mi parecer es mejor que el juego original, la atmósfera de terror sigue intacta y hasta cierto punto es mejor, si bien la historia deja un poco que desear, no es mala per se, me hubiera gustado un poco más de trasfondo en la historia de la efigie y las criaturas, pero hasta me quedo satisfecho, si te gustan los juegos de horror, el 1 y este sonUna de las pocas secuelas que a mi parecer es mejor que el juego original, la atmósfera de terror sigue intacta y hasta cierto punto es mejor, si bien la historia deja un poco que desear, no es mala per se, me hubiera gustado un poco más de trasfondo en la historia de la efigie y las criaturas, pero hasta me quedo satisfecho, si te gustan los juegos de horror, el 1 y este son obligatorios, no hay más que decir.… Expand
  16. johnobudiman
    Oct 27, 2020
    9
    Salah satu game third person shooter horror terbaik dalam 10 tahun ini. you need to play this game at least once while you still alive.
  17. sikkoshade
    Nov 28, 2020
    9
    Goddamn, beautifully written, well executed, well paced all around a great game. It is a general upgrade over the first game regarding animations, the gameplay, gun feeling, the engine, and the zero-g gameplay. The game is actually less scary because of some of the newer mechanics and maybe because it's a sequel and most of the time, the thing that scares you is the atmosphere, speaking ofGoddamn, beautifully written, well executed, well paced all around a great game. It is a general upgrade over the first game regarding animations, the gameplay, gun feeling, the engine, and the zero-g gameplay. The game is actually less scary because of some of the newer mechanics and maybe because it's a sequel and most of the time, the thing that scares you is the atmosphere, speaking of atmosphere; the game is **** dark as hell. Like really really dark compared to the first game. So, you actually have to use the flashlight that is given to you to survive. What this game excels at is the atmosphere I talked about, unlike the first game where majority of the time you're onboard Ishimura, you're now at one of the stations in Saturn's moons. And the air around you feels different yet familiar to the first game. Overall one of the best horror games, or maybe best games of it's generation.… Expand
  18. demixzz
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    The game is one of a kind, so you will rarely see a combination of genres (Survival Horror and Sci-Fi). Dead Space 2, has become better and more complex, but it has not become scarier, even on the contrary. The game deserves a good rating and a decent sequel!
  19. DarkLine
    Jul 28, 2020
    9
    В игре очень интересный сюжет. Костюмы все очень хорошо проработаны. Та же ситуация и с оружием, очень хорошо. Но у игры есть минус. Если ты играл в первую часть, то вторая тебя не напугает.
  20. LironesAlviento
    Jul 23, 2021
    9
    Gran secuela de un juego insuperable, si te gusto el primero este esta a su altura, pierde el factor sorpresa pero no defrauda, lastima la tercera parte que si tiene factor sorpresa pero para mal.
  21. kultigin
    Dec 29, 2020
    9
    In 2020, it still rocks. After playing this game, I decided to play all the Dead Space series. Now I m playing the 3rd game and in spite of the bad reviews of it, I still liked it due to my liking of this very game. Will continue playing the first game later on.
  22. BenzoSt
    Jul 12, 2022
    9
    This game is slightly better than the first Dead Space game in some ways, but slightly worse in others. The action is faster and smoother, with more responsive controls and the welcome ability to fly around in zero-gravity areas. The level design is excellent and offers a bit more variety than the first Dead Space game. Unfortunately, the fear component is slightly diminished compared toThis game is slightly better than the first Dead Space game in some ways, but slightly worse in others. The action is faster and smoother, with more responsive controls and the welcome ability to fly around in zero-gravity areas. The level design is excellent and offers a bit more variety than the first Dead Space game. Unfortunately, the fear component is slightly diminished compared to the first game... it's still very scary, but not quite pants-crapping scary. Although perhaps the first game simply desensitized me. This game adds a squeamishness factor with the use of eyeballs as a recurring theme.… Expand
  23. kimi1775
    Nov 9, 2020
    9
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  24. APPLETHIEF21
    Jan 23, 2021
    9
    The first was a great game and this was even better. Good, bit spotty, story. Atmosphere is fantastic. As most important of all, it's fun to play. A great experience!
  25. UnturnedAntics
    Oct 6, 2021
    9
    Amazing take on the horror shooter genre that actually had me on the edge of my seat. Mechanics are alright not amazing but the lighting and scenery it's perfect along with a good 8-10 hour campaign this game can give you some well need enjoyment. The game is an easy 9/10 I'm debating on putting it a 10/10 solely because it's a perfect horror science-fiction game but it's a good game wouldAmazing take on the horror shooter genre that actually had me on the edge of my seat. Mechanics are alright not amazing but the lighting and scenery it's perfect along with a good 8-10 hour campaign this game can give you some well need enjoyment. The game is an easy 9/10 I'm debating on putting it a 10/10 solely because it's a perfect horror science-fiction game but it's a good game would get scared again.… Expand
  26. Zeneko90
    Jun 5, 2022
    9
    Nettes. Spiel es hat echt viel Spaß gemacht. Mehr davon! Nicht zu lang, nicht zu kurz. Genau richtig.
  27. MaZ_TeR_
    Nov 22, 2021
    9
    Perfect example of how you do a proper sequel to a game. The horror, the action elements which aren't overblown like with the third, the customization and the story are a huge step-up from the first game. I have to mention that the graphics look amazing even 10 years later in 2021, which is hard to say with a lot of old games.

    I'll take one star off because some of the content is    Perfect example of how you do a proper sequel to a game. The horror, the action elements which aren't overblown like with the third, the customization and the story are a huge step-up from the first game. I have to mention that the graphics look amazing even 10 years later in 2021, which is hard to say with a lot of old games.

    I'll take one star off because some of the content is completely locked out of PC users, like the Severed DLC, the locked bonus rooms and the unique outfit you get from playing Dead Space: Ignition. I do wish that you could also disable all the million DLC outfits and weapons, or if you could categorize DLC and base game content in the store.    … Expand
  28. Czechinator
    Aug 14, 2022
    9
    Even better than the first one.
    Great combat
    Great atmosphere a sounds
    An immersive story.
    Still looking pretty nice .
  29. TastieToasty
    Nov 7, 2022
    9
    Bigger game overall but less horror (but there still is in alot of areas)

    Great Story again
    Great Guns with many new ones for multple playthroughs.

    I wished we could have explored more because the setting and the areas are amazing.
    maybe even more NPC events with humans or more soldiers. (the beginning was awesome but it became a "Dead Space" after chapter 7).
  30. Mastereed
    Feb 25, 2023
    9
    A LOVELY SPACEWALK AMONG NECROMORPHS

    BEFORE WE BEGIN: The game has been completed multiple times and in all difficulty levels present, as well, the platinum trophy has been achieved. It has also been tested at both 30 fps and 60 fps. EXTRACTION: Unlike its predecessor, Dead Space 2 throws the player immediately into the middle of the action. In the first few minutes of the game,    A LOVELY SPACEWALK AMONG NECROMORPHS

    BEFORE WE BEGIN:
    The game has been completed multiple times and in all difficulty levels present, as well, the platinum trophy has been achieved. It has also been tested at both 30 fps and 60 fps.

    EXTRACTION:
    Unlike its predecessor, Dead Space 2 throws the player immediately into the middle of the action. In the first few minutes of the game, the story of the original is briefly hinted at with a nice cutscene following that brings up the beautiful necromorphs that clearly begin to slaughter anyone breathing inside the facility. Clearly, as is the first chapter, a chasing sequence will begin from which the player must escape unharmed, or nearly so, and then learn the game's first basic mechanics useful for mere survival. These are brilliantly placed in rapid sequence, making their learning and combined use, much more intuitive.

    FLYING THROUGH THE SPACE:
    The gameplay of the game, as an excellent sequel to an already established still excellent game should do, brings back all those mechanics already present in the original, adding, as one would expect, new weapons, enemies and puzzles. The fluidity of movement has been greatly improved, making both dodging enemies, and catching them, from enemies, faster and smoother (Small note to Xbox Game Pass and PC, which make with 60 fps gameplay borderline to modern gaming). One of the big differences is the improvement of the Zero-G system, now adjusted for smoother and less restricted free movement, and consequently the addition of combat sequences and puzzles appropriate to the new mechanics.
    The presence of new weapons of course is not to be ruled out, including the Javelin, a powerful spear-shooter capable of piercing enemies and then detonating them; the Seeker rifle, a high-caliber sniper rifle; the force gun, useful for throwing enemies against walls and keeping them well away and the Detonator, a simple grenade launcher. The game then has several difficulty levels as in its predecessor, including the infamous Hardcore Mode, which, however, will now be tied to a maximum of 3 possible saves for the player, making it a great challenge for any player. The reward for this feat will be the world-famous Pew Pew gun, also known as Devil's Horns or Hand Cannon, a baseball cheer mitt capable of one-shotting virtually any creature in the Dead Space world. The new enemies are many, and they go to highlight everything that might have been missing on Dead Space.

    THE SUN NEVER SHINES:
    Visually Dead Space 2 also comes across as more arrogant than the original. By not being tied to a single spaceship design, the designers had much more field in which to express their talents, creating huge space cities, moon bases, deep space flight sections, and even a few goodies for those who played the original. The graphics turn out great for the year of release, and because of that it has managed not to age. Let alone the wonderful designs of the new weapons, characters, and enemies, which always look impeccable.

    SUFFOCATING SILENCE:
    Everything that is already present in Dead Space 1 applies here. To make a long story short, the audio is always perfectly dedicated to what it's supposed to achieve, whether it's the suffocating silence of space, or the swarming noises of necromorphs in the ducts, or the heartbreaking screams of dying commoners, Dead Space 2 always gets it right, setting the atmosphere that every horror game should have.

    BUT WHY 9?

    PROS:
    Dead Space 2 is the sequel in every way to its predecessor. Valueting the original an 8, cannot help but getting the sequel a 9, improving on or maintaining virtually all of the merits and eliminating most of the flaws. The gameplay is still fun even after multiple runs, even just dismembering necromorph bodies is highly addictive. The story is a continuation of the first, and it is much more extensive, explaining facts unknown in the first and giving the basis for the third. Objectively Dead Space 2 is a great game in the Horror genre and an expansion of the already established first Dead Space.

    CONS:
    The path toward Action. This is what you feel when playing Dead Space 2, that middle ground between a true horror and a third-person action shooter. Obviously for those who have played the third chapter it will be clear why, it bridges the two genres. This is obviously a flaw that , however extreme, led to the downfall of the third chapter, and the subsequent closure of the development team, Visceral Games. Also, a second flaw, the game turns out, because of its size and setting, to be much more alive. This might be a pro for some, but in a horror game where the loneliness of the space is the focal point it goes to take away that side of eeriness that the first one had.

    RATING
    Gameplay: 10
    Music:8
    Story: 9
    Horror: 8.5
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Gaming Target
    Mar 24, 2011
    88
    With this sequel, Visceral Games has masterfully expanded on the first Dead Space. They've revved up the series with tougher guns, a bigger setting, and online multiplayer, but kept the spirit and, most importantly, the scares of the original in tact.
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  2. PC Games (Russia)
    Mar 21, 2011
    90
    An absolute blockbuster that makes the superb original look like a B-movie. [Mar 2011, p.87]
  3. PC Format
    Mar 18, 2011
    86
    It's just a huge shame that it's not as terrifying as it should be. [Apr 2011, p.98]
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