Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2

 PC
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
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  1. Gamer's Pulse
    92
    Visually stunning.
  2. GameZone
    90
    This game packs an incredibly well-scripted storyline with puzzles, and outstanding graphics to deliver an intriguing third-person RPG that is a joy to play.
  3. IGN
    88
    A delight on the senses...it's pretty damn fun to play.
  5. ActionTrip
    87
    Soul Reaver was a very fun game, but I'm delighted to say that Crystal Dynamics' Soul Reaver 2 is more mature, imaginative, complex, and ultimately more fun than the original.
  6. GameSpy
    81
    A worthy sequel.
  7. GameSpot
    80
    The unique play mechanics of Soul Reaver 2, as well as its impressive graphics and excellent story, make it easy to recommend to fans of action or adventure games.
  8. PC Gamer
    79
    The graphics are lush without being garish, and the music is haunting and evocative. [Mar 2002, p.61]
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  9. Yahoo!
    60
    There is a certain "been there, done that" feel that weighs everything down. That, plus a few significant design miscues, make for a game that comes up a wee bit short when compared to the often outstanding original.
  10. Computer Games Magazine
    50
    The team that developed Soul Reaver 2 took an intriguing saga and weighed it down with so much dialogue and so many confusing plot points that even David Lynch would be hard-pressed to wade through it.
  11. Computer Gaming World
    50
    SR2 might stop you from using monosyllabic words, but I wouldn’t recommend picking it up for an action-packed gaming session. [Mar 2002, p.81]
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Awards & Rankings

65
#65 Best PC Game of 2001
52
#52 Most Discussed PC Game of 2001
55
#55 Most Shared PC Game of 2001

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User Score
8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 123 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 107 out of 123
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 123
  3. Negative: 4 out of 123
  1. tarekmallo
    Mar 22, 2012
    10
    Soul Reaver 2 is a truly sublime plunge in a world so complicated it'll make your head pound. That said the plot, the story, the voice-actingSoul Reaver 2 is a truly sublime plunge in a world so complicated it'll make your head pound. That said the plot, the story, the voice-acting and the lush visuals are all spot on however the control scheme and the constant backtracking may be appalling to some. Highly recommended for fans of the series!!!… Full Review »
  2. GamerMx
    Dec 7, 2013
    10
    This is a classic!

    Immersive, clever, enjoyable game. The plot is solid, the music is fantastic, I hope that eidos consider a remake of    This is a classic!

    Immersive, clever, enjoyable game.

    The plot is solid, the music is fantastic, I hope that eidos consider a remake of this game.

    A must play for a real gamer.    … Full Review »
  3. EdRM
    Jun 19, 2005
    10
    Fantastic an truly amazing. Great, I mean, great plot and excellent gameplay. Wonderful looking graphics. Go play it now! Incredible compelling.
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