Saints Row 2

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6.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 550 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 156 out of 550
  3. Negative: 104 out of 550
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  1. SkylerW
    Jan 10, 2009
    10
    Best game I played in 2008. A real open sandbox that remembers what fun is. The story while not exactly portraying great complexity none the less makes me actually have some care and attachment to those involved in it far more than any recent RPGs managed. A thoroughly great sequel to a solidly decent game.
  2. DBetts
    Jan 13, 2010
    10
    This game is what GTA:IV would be, if it wasn't so serious. Customization is through the roof, and one of the best I have ever seen in a game. The quests, while at times somewhat frustrating, are fun and humorous. The sidekicks in the game are funny and memorable. Gat, a psychotic killer who constantly cracks jokes. Shaundi, a pothead who constantly steals Pierce's thunder and This game is what GTA:IV would be, if it wasn't so serious. Customization is through the roof, and one of the best I have ever seen in a game. The quests, while at times somewhat frustrating, are fun and humorous. The sidekicks in the game are funny and memorable. Gat, a psychotic killer who constantly cracks jokes. Shaundi, a pothead who constantly steals Pierce's thunder and gets around town. Pierce, a thug who whines about your music selection, loves opera, and is comic relief. The rival gangs are also quite memorable, from the hardcore tatooed Brotherhood, the voodoo practicing Sons of Jamaica, to the Japanese gang, the Ronin, ran by the pansy and spoiled son of a hardcore mobster. I do find it's rating to be completely undeserving, for it really is so much more fun than GTA. The only reason I can see why it doesn't have a higher rating, is because too many people have a boner for GTA and constantly, and unfairly, compare the two. The two games, while about open city crime, as two different philosophies. in GTA, it's more "realistic" and "gritty", while SR2 is more about doing whatever the heck you want and not have some damn cousin call you every 5mins… Expand
  3. boogoo
    Mar 16, 2009
    10
    I think the game deserves more credit than its getting. I had the most fun I've had with a game in years. Excellent story line, great game play, not overly American gangstery if you use the British voice. To me it takes all the great things about Vice city and improves the graphics, storyline and game play. In terms of technical issues I had none. In terms of being a bad port of a I think the game deserves more credit than its getting. I had the most fun I've had with a game in years. Excellent story line, great game play, not overly American gangstery if you use the British voice. To me it takes all the great things about Vice city and improves the graphics, storyline and game play. In terms of technical issues I had none. In terms of being a bad port of a console game, I only found that the need to tap the driving controls was a pain because it was design for thumb stick controls not keyboard but that was about it. The game is great fun and was well worth the $70 AUD I paid. I'm by no means saying its the perfect game but it provides alot of fun and got me hooked playing it because the quality of the storyline was so good. But I highly recommend this game.… Expand
  4. MichaelW
    Apr 12, 2009
    10
    I bought this game on Steam, recently, and I can't play it (considering my low specs) but I wanted this game because I had played it on a xbox, and that was an awesome game! So when I played it on the console man, oh man, this game was the best game ever! This game has an intense story, that keeps you at the edge of your seat, a badass player, and when you don't feel like I bought this game on Steam, recently, and I can't play it (considering my low specs) but I wanted this game because I had played it on a xbox, and that was an awesome game! So when I played it on the console man, oh man, this game was the best game ever! This game has an intense story, that keeps you at the edge of your seat, a badass player, and when you don't feel like playing the story, you can run the streets, stealing a plane and shoving it in the "ULTOR" building. Overall I recommend this game to anyone reading this review. BUY THIS GAME!… Expand
  5. dq
    Jan 7, 2009
    10
    Its funny to most people cry they need a super cpu to run it. Just read back of box or web site, not fault but your own deal with it. This game rocks i give it a 10 because you can do so much on the game and coop is blast :)
  6. MarcosB
    Feb 12, 2009
    10
    Try playing the game with an avatar that looks like you. I mean seriously, you. It will be a much more fun experience, seeing yourself pimping, shooting and busting sh*t up. Yes the graphics are sub par, but honestly, I much rather play a game where I get to see myself doing crazy stunts as opposed to a Russian immigrant, whom I cannot relate to. I have never laughed so hard while playing Try playing the game with an avatar that looks like you. I mean seriously, you. It will be a much more fun experience, seeing yourself pimping, shooting and busting sh*t up. Yes the graphics are sub par, but honestly, I much rather play a game where I get to see myself doing crazy stunts as opposed to a Russian immigrant, whom I cannot relate to. I have never laughed so hard while playing a game, it's like watching an action movie with me as the star, that is priceless.… Expand
  7. SHAFT3D
    Feb 27, 2009
    10
    I have finished Saints Row 2, twice now on the PC. I agree with many users that the game has some technical flaws in it control system. But all in all I loved it (mind you I did resort to using a 360 controller). The game offers a few things that GTA doesn't, hence why it is getting my support. I love the fact that you are able to store you cars / helicopters / planes / boats, I also I have finished Saints Row 2, twice now on the PC. I agree with many users that the game has some technical flaws in it control system. But all in all I loved it (mind you I did resort to using a 360 controller). The game offers a few things that GTA doesn't, hence why it is getting my support. I love the fact that you are able to store you cars / helicopters / planes / boats, I also love the fact you can customize your cars to suite you style. A feature GTA does not offer to my knowledge. And the list of side missions and diversions is huge. I have uncounted at least one new diversion every time I play. I would defiantly recommend this game to anyone that has a platform that can support it, and if you can ... get a 360 controller. Makes life in still water a breeze.… Expand
  8. CD
    Jul 11, 2009
    10
    I have both GTA IV and SR2, and they're both good games. However, SR2 is a good game to screw around in. The only thing that's wrong with this game is that, occasionally (after about 45 minutes), the game will freeze for a quarter second or so. That and, on the PC version, the graphics sometimes get all buggy. But that's more of my graphics card over heating, which I have both GTA IV and SR2, and they're both good games. However, SR2 is a good game to screw around in. The only thing that's wrong with this game is that, occasionally (after about 45 minutes), the game will freeze for a quarter second or so. That and, on the PC version, the graphics sometimes get all buggy. But that's more of my graphics card over heating, which doesn't have anything to do with the game.… Expand
  9. HugoK
    Nov 25, 2009
    10
    While suffering from some framerate droppings here and there, no matter how you look at it, it's still the most hilarious sandbox games in existance (with the only possible exception of Garry's Mod). Co-op mayhem in an insane city? Yes please.
  10. christopherc
    Dec 20, 2009
    10
    vehicle customization is great purchasing and customizing your crib mini games flight control there is really so much to this game and the graphics are pretty good for all the detail displayed in the game.About 40 % complete and so far its been great!!! o ya and playing co-op is just a plus to the game :)
  11. lorenzol
    Dec 28, 2009
    10
    not as good lookin as gta 4. but alot more fun and alot more things to do than in gta 4 must own really fun!
  12. Chirs
    Dec 23, 2009
    10
    One of the funnest games ive ever played. This is what GTA IV would be if they hadnt decided to go so serious. Its like San Andres except with much more to do and much more fun
  13. BalleticMuse
    Dec 28, 2009
    10
    I absolutely love this game. It's quirky and lighthearted and has a ton of fun content of mini games and contests.
  14. hobib1
    Nov 26, 2010
    10
    This game is what GTA: IV would be, if it wasn't so serious. Customization is through the roof, and one of the best I have ever seen in a game. The quests, while at times somewhat frustrating, are fun and humorous. The sidekicks in the game are funny and memorable. Gat, a psychotic killer who constantly cracks jokes. Shaundi, a pothead who constantly steals Pierce's thunder and gets aroundThis game is what GTA: IV would be, if it wasn't so serious. Customization is through the roof, and one of the best I have ever seen in a game. The quests, while at times somewhat frustrating, are fun and humorous. The sidekicks in the game are funny and memorable. Gat, a psychotic killer who constantly cracks jokes. Shaundi, a pothead who constantly steals Pierce's thunder and gets around town. Pierce, a thug who whines about your music selection, loves opera, and is comic relief. The rival gangs are also quite memorable, from the hardcore tattooed Brotherhood, the voodoo practicing Sons of Jamaica, to the Japanese gang, the Ronin, ran by the pansy and spoiled son of a hardcore mobster. I do find it's rating to be completely undeserving, for it really is so much more fun than GTA. The only reason I can see why it doesn't have a higher rating, is because too many people have a boner for GTA and constantly, and unfairly, compare the two. The two games, while about open city crime, as two different philosophies. In GTA, its more "realistic" and "gritty", while SR2 is more about doing whatever the heck you want and not have some damn cousin calling you every 5mins. So I would recommend that Saints Row isnâ… Expand
  15. Fish
    Jan 28, 2011
    10
    People are saying this game needs a super computer to play. Luckily, I must have a computer super enough, because this runs very nicely with all settings at max. Loads of vehicles, plenty of customization, plenty of missions. I think it's unfair to rate it bad because your pc isn't good enough, it isn't the games problem. For the £5 I paid this game is epic.
  16. enciph3r
    Sep 2, 2011
    10
    i would write alot more but if i did it would take you 3 days to finish reading it so AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BUY IT BUY IT BUY IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  17. yannick2000
    Nov 3, 2011
    10
    can some one help my?
    I try to play the game but i get stuck. it doesnt start up. when i click it to play it doesnt work .
    it has been correctly downloaded
  18. Criptonix100
    Nov 10, 2013
    10
    !WARNING THIS REVIEW ISN'T FOR KIDS IT HAS SOME SWEARS!
    Saints Row 2 is a hillarious game the story is so awesome,i really missed this game.This title is my favorite Saints Row title.
  19. ReviewZone212
    Feb 17, 2013
    10
    WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE HATERS, the game is awesome, fun, intresting, FREE and overall for 14.99 it's a must own game, buy it, NOW.
  20. melodymoony
    Sep 1, 2013
    10
    Build your gangsta reputation while you become Stillwater’s crime lord, the city is fun to explore and you will find lots of surprises and stuff to do everywhere. Yes, it’s buggy sometimes, and even though it gets frustrating at some points, for the most part you will have a blast if you like sandbox crime games like GTA. Vehicles are fun (from bikes to boats and aircraft) and there areBuild your gangsta reputation while you become Stillwater’s crime lord, the city is fun to explore and you will find lots of surprises and stuff to do everywhere. Yes, it’s buggy sometimes, and even though it gets frustrating at some points, for the most part you will have a blast if you like sandbox crime games like GTA. Vehicles are fun (from bikes to boats and aircraft) and there are stores where you can dress your character (highly customizable since the moment you create them) the way you want with clothing and jewelry (tattoos included). You can buy houses, stores and buildings (you make profit) then decorate them. If you have a 360 controller it will feel so natural. A fun and very enjoyable game that will awake the gangsta in you, I love being a Saint! ^.^… Expand
  21. artem5297
    Mar 11, 2014
    10
    Это просто прекрасная, яркая и необычная игра, гораздо лучше всех игр из серии GTA.
    Кроч., стоит попробовать.
  22. YeestMcFouster
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Saints Row: 2 is a masterpiece! The story is spectacular, and deciding which gangs to deal with first adds to the immersive of a gang ruled Stilwater post Third Street Saints, feeling more immersive than the linear sequels, Stilwater is way more alive than Steelport, featuring more interactive environments, and even **** "cruise control", not to mention Saints Row: 2 has the BEST opposingSaints Row: 2 is a masterpiece! The story is spectacular, and deciding which gangs to deal with first adds to the immersive of a gang ruled Stilwater post Third Street Saints, feeling more immersive than the linear sequels, Stilwater is way more alive than Steelport, featuring more interactive environments, and even **** "cruise control", not to mention Saints Row: 2 has the BEST opposing factions, from The Japanese Yakuza inspired "Ronin" to the "Sons of Samedi" stoners led by "The General" and a serial killer named "Mr. Sunshine", you can't make this **** up! The story is lengthy and never dull, conquering Stilwater feels way more fun than conquering Steelport twice, well, except for Genki, you may not wanna hear it, but Genki is the peak of Saints Row. The only downside is the PC port runs like complete dog **** in fact, Saints Row IV runs smoothly on my PC where as Saints Row II is unplayable, luckily I played this on XBOX One. Final Verdict? 10/10… Expand
  23. TheArabCommandr
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    Best game i have ever played in my life and it is definitely worth it. It is a 2008 game and is still amazing to this day. Best story and best gameplay in the saints row series
  24. Biggun
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    C'est l'un des meilleurs de la série c'est l'exemple du jeu qui ne se prend pas au sérieux. On peut tout faire frauder à l'assurance balancer de la merde contre des immeubles prendre des putes en stop. Le côté no limit est très jouissif.
  25. Jackie_Jackson
    May 26, 2022
    10
    Да вы гному охренели засирать мою любимую часть гта а ну как сейчас дам по яйцам ну да лахает ну и шо кто у вас не лахает то натоптыши вы вонючие
  26. GordonMartell
    Jan 8, 2009
    9
    This game is the most fun I've ever had in a sandbox type game. It beats the hell out of GTA4 in terms of fun factor and customization. Its not perfect but defiantly worth picking up for $40. If you don't have fun playing this game, you aren't a real gamer.
  27. LeeW
    Sep 9, 2009
    9
    For the select few of us with a macho computer, this game runs and plays well. The whole game is so diverse in everything you can do in Stilwater, the cinematics are brilliantly choreographed and cinematography is excellent, hilarious and sad lines are delivered by the cast flawlessly, and the gameplay is all around great. However, the optimization is poor. I can run it at a smooth 30 FPS For the select few of us with a macho computer, this game runs and plays well. The whole game is so diverse in everything you can do in Stilwater, the cinematics are brilliantly choreographed and cinematography is excellent, hilarious and sad lines are delivered by the cast flawlessly, and the gameplay is all around great. However, the optimization is poor. I can run it at a smooth 30 FPS through and through, but sometimes I get that drop. At first I was going to childishly tell off the people that couldn't play the game with its graphics engine about how they should lower the settings, but I checked the settings menu, and it turns out there weren't many to lower. There are no texture or model detail settings to change, but you can turn things like shadows and depth of field off, but my framerate still stayed at thirty when just staring down at a floor. That is, though, most likely because there would be a framerate cap added to make it stay that way. I normally hate consoles with dread, but unless you have an above-average computer, this is probably a console choice.… Expand
  28. JohnC
    Dec 2, 2009
    9
    Fun game to hope into, decent graphics altough it does get choppy while driving sometimes, funny characters, okay story, fun mini game events, plenty of weapons and vehicles, and gang territories is fun. The only thing that keeps it from killing GTA is the story though you just dont feel as attached to the characters as you do in GTA and its alot shorter Ive just about beat all of the Fun game to hope into, decent graphics altough it does get choppy while driving sometimes, funny characters, okay story, fun mini game events, plenty of weapons and vehicles, and gang territories is fun. The only thing that keeps it from killing GTA is the story though you just dont feel as attached to the characters as you do in GTA and its alot shorter Ive just about beat all of the main story and bought and customized all the cribs in 19 hours while im only about 15% through GTA IV and ive played about 25 hours.… Expand
  29. TobyM.
    Oct 8, 2009
    9
    Great fun game and luckily i am one of those who have a suport computer hence can limit lag, if you can afford a computer to play this then you can surely afford money and time to have senceless fun on this game. Trust me I've still not found a game where it's possible to be turned into a fat migit, pimp slap someone 200metres into the air, over a bridge and then that person Great fun game and luckily i am one of those who have a suport computer hence can limit lag, if you can afford a computer to play this then you can surely afford money and time to have senceless fun on this game. Trust me I've still not found a game where it's possible to be turned into a fat migit, pimp slap someone 200metres into the air, over a bridge and then that person (who is naked) crash straight nuts first onto a trafficlight AND survive! What could be more fun?… Expand
  30. LukaszW.
    Feb 4, 2009
    9
    The game features an excellent sandbox city, tons of activities, and a fun if cheesy storyline. Perhaps the greatest feature is that your character is just your run of the mill sociopath and the game doesnt waste time developing your characters motivations, etc. The only thing keeping it from a score of 10 are the framerate hitches pre-patch, and the pedestrian/vehicle spawning which The game features an excellent sandbox city, tons of activities, and a fun if cheesy storyline. Perhaps the greatest feature is that your character is just your run of the mill sociopath and the game doesnt waste time developing your characters motivations, etc. The only thing keeping it from a score of 10 are the framerate hitches pre-patch, and the pedestrian/vehicle spawning which sometimes makes people and cars disappear if you glance away.… Expand
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#14 Most Shared PC Game of 2009

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. IGN AU
    80
    On the surface, Saints Row is an easy game to hate. Actually, I have a feeling that a lot of players and reviewers will write this game off for the sheer stupidity at play at all times. But to do so would be a big disservice to a game that tries hard to do a lot of things and show you a good time. Did we have a good time? Definitely.
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  2. Cheat Code Central
    76
    This game is little more than a lowbrow, yet humorous, thug-life simulator.
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  3. Gameplanet
    85
    A real challenge to... you know, that other sandbox game... Saints Row 2 expands on the original with a dizzying level of complexity. Stilwater is back and bigger than ever - there's so much to see and do you'll be entertained for hours.
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