TimeSplitters 2

 PlayStation 2
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 192 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 160 out of 192
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 192
  3. Negative: 12 out of 192
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  1. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    8
    A good friend of mine back then bought the game and, i guess, beat the main story. I never did that... but we played this game (as 4 players) so many hours, you would not believe it. It was one of those few perfect multiplayer games, with so many characters and weapons.... just unbelievable
  2. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 12, 2023
    9
    Sequel to the fun first person shooter that has larger levels, more complex missions and improved graphics making it even better than what was already a great game.
  3. TheRedFern
    Jul 8, 2023
    9
    Gameplay was unbelievable, a monumental change from other games at the time. If only this game could be remade WELL with modern features and a lack of predatory monetization. Probably a top 5 fps game of all time
  4. Za_Uvek
    Feb 16, 2022
    8
    Wow! This is quality I was not expecting and is definitely a game I wish I had played when I was younger. It is the best example on how to improve on top of games that came before it.

    All the elements of Golden Eye and Perfect Dark can be seen in this game just like it's predecessor. But as the first Timersplitters was more of a trial concept. Timesplitters 2 puts everything together in    Wow! This is quality I was not expecting and is definitely a game I wish I had played when I was younger. It is the best example on how to improve on top of games that came before it.

    All the elements of Golden Eye and Perfect Dark can be seen in this game just like it's predecessor. But as the first Timersplitters was more of a trial concept. Timesplitters 2 puts everything together in a complete package. The visuals are some of the best I have seen on the PS2, the cartoony vibe just adds to the fun. And that fun can be found in how solid the game-play is. The controls are smooth and responsive, the shooting has weight behind it and the difficulty is just right depending on which setting you choose. Not to mention the little cut-scenes at the start of each mission creates a light hearted tone that sets the mood for each level.

    I can't recommend this enough! It might not have brought anything new to this generation. But it sure did show how good FPS can be on a console.    … Expand
  5. arostislavna
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    A must-play classic made by some of the former Rare developers that made Goldeneye and Perfect Dark. Enough said.
  6. dalyw
    Sep 29, 2021
    8
    A great shooter that's still one of the most original gaming experiences I've ever had. Can't wait for a sequel! (someday!)
  7. Captain_Ginyu
    Mar 6, 2021
    9
    This game is just awesome. Don't believe the reviews saying that this is overrated, it's good for a reason and it has stood the test of time. It just has so much content in it that I've never found myself bored a single second.
    In 2002 this game had:
    - A campaign taking place in different time periods, some might argue that the story is lackluster and they're right, you'll not find a    This game is just awesome. Don't believe the reviews saying that this is overrated, it's good for a reason and it has stood the test of time. It just has so much content in it that I've never found myself bored a single second.
    In 2002 this game had:
    - A campaign taking place in different time periods, some might argue that the story is lackluster and they're right, you'll not find a deep narrative in it like Halo or COD but this is all about gameplay and the experience.

    -66 challenges which further add to the game, in them you can unlock extra content, like more characters, weapons, game modes or maps. Some are really fun and I've spent time trying to make new records.

    - Over 16 game modes, 16 maps, 31 weapons and 126 playable characters to choose from, each with different stats that spice the gameplay a little bit.

    - You can create your own matches in arcade custom! You can change the bots you'll be playing with, the gamemode, weapons, the map and even the music.

    -Lastly, you can build maps with the mapmaker, it offers a lot of tools to make your map unique and flashy. You can edit the spawns, weapon pickups and powerups you'll be using in your map, you can even make a story level.

    There's some negative stuff I have to say about the game like:
    - The aiming system sucks, the way they made you aim ingame is terrible, the crosshair goes to the center of the screen everytime you let go of your analog stick. It's specially hard to aim shots in areas where you need stealth to pass.
    -Camera movement is rather slow, it fails you when you need to turn around real quick.
    -The game is really difficult and punishing at times, some challenges and story missions are just outright unfair, that really troubles you when trying to 100% the game.

    The positives outweight the negatives by a lot, this game is by far the most complete FPS i've ever played.    … Expand
  8. frederik1478
    Jan 21, 2021
    4
    A game I can not enjoy ,
    This is a game that I have tried to get through so many times every time I lose interest Because I get too bored by the missions and can find the way through the levels and objective ,
    You may ask why am I trying to enjoy this game and play it again and again if I don't like it that is because I love the original TIMESPLITTERS and Future perfect is the best    A game I can not enjoy ,
    This is a game that I have tried to get through so many times every time I lose interest Because I get too bored by the missions and can find the way through the levels and objective ,
    You may ask why am I trying to enjoy this game and play it again and again if I don't like it that is because I love the original
    TIMESPLITTERS and Future perfect is the best FPS ever,
    The problem is that it doesn't have there's straightforward level production like the original TimeSplitters when the only thing you have to get is the objective and then out of it And it doesn't have the gripping story and Smooth gameplay future perfect have ,
    It's not a game for me but I'm glad somebody enjoy it    … Expand
  9. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    OVERALL - 97%

    Gameplay - 8/10 Graphics (for time) - 7/10 Story - 9/10 Game Length - 9/10 Characters - 10/10 Level/Area Design - 10/10 Atmosphere - 8/10 Sound Effects - 9/10 Soundtrack - 10/10 Replay Value - 10/10 So many memories. The time travel story allowed the creators use an endless well of creativity when designing levels and characters. The story is funny and the time    OVERALL - 97%

    Gameplay - 8/10
    Graphics (for time) - 7/10
    Story - 9/10
    Game Length - 9/10
    Characters - 10/10
    Level/Area Design - 10/10
    Atmosphere - 8/10
    Sound Effects - 9/10
    Soundtrack - 10/10
    Replay Value - 10/10

    So many memories. The time travel story allowed the creators use an endless well of creativity when designing levels and characters. The story is funny and the time periods nailed thanks to memorable maps, music and characters. There was also so many challenges to get through that felt more rewarding to perform well in as unlocking and collecting characters became addictive. The multiplayer was also incredible. MAKE TIMESPLITTERS 3 FOR THE NEXT GEN PLEASE!!!    … Expand
  10. Stavex112
    Nov 7, 2020
    10
    This game is the best FPS I have played! I don't really have anything else to say. I'm not usually into FPS games but I really liked this game. I beat it with my friend and it was really great! One of the best PS2 games ever!
  11. Sciku
    Sep 23, 2020
    10
    A rare and amazing gem that still holds up to this day.
    Campaign was great, stupid comedy and a nice and easy story.
    Mapmaker was such a great feature for the time of release.
    Overall I wish games were this good again...
  12. neojotic
    Aug 31, 2020
    9
    The best Timesplitters game and one of the best FPS for PS2. The developers of Goldeneye worked on this and you'll notice similarities in the gameplay and amazing multiplayer modes.
  13. EurosauRuss
    Oct 17, 2018
    10
    Cant even discribe how much i miss TS2 one of the best Playstation2 Shooter game
    Absoloutley random funny and so much fun gameplay
    Amazing story
    Mapmaker like wich FPS made you create your own map and own story ?
    amazing soundtracks who made them desrve a gold medal !!
    I hope we will se more of TS in future !
  14. NZAnimeManga
    Apr 10, 2017
    9
    One of the first great games I had for my PS2. Brilliant fun, and, along with TS: Future Perfect, it was my childhood. I do have to say that if you are going to get a Timesplitters game now, go with Future Perfect. The aiming mechanic is much easier, and the same as most modern games!! 9/10
  15. ZedX
    Jan 17, 2015
    10
    The most fun FPS game around, bar none. After years of waiting for a better FPS, nothing has quite compared. Modern Warfare came close, but this game focuses on the real videogame experience without trying to be anything other than a game that can be enjoyed by anybody. There are at least 30 hours of content here if you just want to complete it all. But for those who really love the game,The most fun FPS game around, bar none. After years of waiting for a better FPS, nothing has quite compared. Modern Warfare came close, but this game focuses on the real videogame experience without trying to be anything other than a game that can be enjoyed by anybody. There are at least 30 hours of content here if you just want to complete it all. But for those who really love the game, the massive amount of customisation will last a life time. All the above applies to the single player experience, however multiplayer is even more fun than that. Buy this game used. Nintendo Wii, 2 controllers, Gamecube memory card and TS2 (Gamecube) from ebay is the best £60 you will ever spend.… Expand
  16. AnnatarYoung
    Sep 3, 2014
    10
    Easily my favourite shooter of all time. TimeSplitters 2 takes all the pre-conceived notions of the first-person shooter genre and turns it on it's head!
    You could be a US Military trooper with an AK-47, trying to save hostages from armed terrorists OR you could be a monkey in a tie, throwing bricks at a man dressed entirely in cardboard boxes with a raygun while a Cyborg hostage with an    Easily my favourite shooter of all time. TimeSplitters 2 takes all the pre-conceived notions of the first-person shooter genre and turns it on it's head!
    You could be a US Military trooper with an AK-47, trying to save hostages from armed terrorists OR you could be a monkey in a tie, throwing bricks at a man dressed entirely in cardboard boxes with a raygun while a Cyborg hostage with an AK-47 terrorises a military trooper.
    It was total insanity and it's gameplay reflected this. It was incredibly fast-paced and relied more on reaction times and simply keeping your cool more than precise skill. It was a pure adrenaline rush from start to finish, with a truly unique and captivating art style, and incredible musical score provided by the brilliant Graeme Norgate and more imagination and creativity than you could fit in to the rest of the entire genre combined because I guarantee you, it parodied every one of those games at least once!    … Expand
  17. shredhead
    Sep 14, 2013
    10
    TimeSplitters 2 is one of the best shooters ever created. It's unique, challenging, packed full of content, and just incredibly fun to play either solo or with friends. Thanks to its robust selection of game modes, levels, and characters, it stays refreshing after hours upon hours of play. The graphics are still visually pleasing after all these years, the controls are snappy andTimeSplitters 2 is one of the best shooters ever created. It's unique, challenging, packed full of content, and just incredibly fun to play either solo or with friends. Thanks to its robust selection of game modes, levels, and characters, it stays refreshing after hours upon hours of play. The graphics are still visually pleasing after all these years, the controls are snappy and responsive, and the audio is some of the best and most memorable I've ever heard in a game. Games like TimeSplitters 2 are the reason I feel glad to be someone who plays video games and feel sorry for those who don't.

    Simply put, your PS2 library is worthless without this game. Get it.    … Expand
  18. bjrob2724
    Aug 29, 2013
    10
    This game is one of the most complete, amazing, hardcore, intense, random, and most awesomest shooters you will ever play.

    Campaign: I really have never seen this type of campaign before. The missions are very fun to do and are even more fun with a partner. It has splitscreen co-op (only 2 players) and the difficulty system is unique. DO NOT JUST PLAY THE CAMPAIGN ON EASY! On easy    This game is one of the most complete, amazing, hardcore, intense, random, and most awesomest shooters you will ever play.

    Campaign: I really have never seen this type of campaign before. The missions are very fun to do and are even more fun with a partner. It has splitscreen co-op (only 2 players) and the difficulty system is unique. DO NOT JUST PLAY THE CAMPAIGN ON EASY! On easy difficulty for the campaign, it is very linear. Each mission will take about 15-20 minutes to do and there are aprox. 10 missions. On the other difficulty settings though (medium and hard), if you interact with cetain things in the enviroment, you will be given extra missions. Like on a mission on easy mode, I have 1-4 objectives and about 2-3 other side missions. On medium or hard difficulty, you will have just about the same amount of objectives but up to 3-5 side missions. You can choose to do the side missions for (I think) extra content.

    Challenges: This is the big playground. In challenges mode, you can do certain challenges for certain modes to unlock new modes and multiplayer characters. You can only have one player doing this, though.

    Arcade: This mode is where this game shoves it up modern game hineys so hard. This mode is separated in to two parts: Arcade Custom and Arcade League. Arcade League is just like challenge mode except that it has pre-made multiplayer battles. Again, only one play can do this. Arcade Custom is the beauty of the game. You can customize literally EVERYTHING (I mean it too)! Up to 4-player splitscreen can experience chaotic, awesome multiplayer battles on the same screen. What makes this mode so fun is that you can customize: what weapons you can have on the map
    the characters you want to fight against
    the map; game modes
    You will have mode fun with this mode than any othe game you will play in your entire life. You can have up to 14 player on one map (up to 10 bots and splitscreen). The bot A.I. actually reacts to the difficulty, and half the time you are fighting, you feel like you are in a actual war.

    Rating: I really wish I could rate this game higher. If I could it would be a 25/10. Here's why: No game ever in my life have I had this much fun with my family, EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This game deserves to be in a Hall Of Fame, because it is a landmark of what so many modern shooters are not today. Call of Duty, Battlefield, Medal Of Honor. These games are nothing compared to this. If you have a PS2, Origional XBOX, or a GameCube, buy this game. This game will show you why so many FPS's are failing today. I can get bored of Call of Duty in about 3 years. I'm still not bored of this game and it's been out for over 10 years.

    Follow my advice. Buy this game.    … Expand
  19. DanielWesoly
    Jun 15, 2013
    10
    The only game that deserves a 10 for me is none other than TimeSplitters 2. It may be an old game, but it way a true gem! way ahead of its time even for graphics. It's design and concept is fantastic, it's gameplay is second to none. There's nothing quite like it really, it's a mix of Golden Eye and Perfect Dark mixed into one with it's own ingredients sprinkled on-top. The basic premisesThe only game that deserves a 10 for me is none other than TimeSplitters 2. It may be an old game, but it way a true gem! way ahead of its time even for graphics. It's design and concept is fantastic, it's gameplay is second to none. There's nothing quite like it really, it's a mix of Golden Eye and Perfect Dark mixed into one with it's own ingredients sprinkled on-top. The basic premises of the story mode is to collect time crystals from various points of time, wheather it be fighting your way through a dark zombie infested cathedral or fighting aliens on Planet X, it never lets you down! the story mode is only a small part of the mass amount of fun to be had with this game tho! each difficulty from the story mode allows you to unlock new characters for use in Arcade Multiplayer. You can setup bot matches and have wars against zombie, alien, robots and mutants with your friends 4 player! ontop of that are challenge modes to unlock even more crazy characters! and if that wasn't enough, the game throws in a mapmaker to build your own story or multiplayer levels! if your in the market looking for some old great PS2 games to play, then please do yourself a favor and pick this diamond up!… Expand
  20. drlowdon
    Jun 8, 2013
    8
    The original Timesplitters game was a decent Playstation 2 launch title that clearly demonstrated Free Radicals technical wizardry when it comes to creating a first person shooter. With extra development time this sequel improved upon virtually aspect of its predecessor.

    The addictive multiplayer of course remains with modes varying from your standard deathmatches to variants on capture    The original Timesplitters game was a decent Playstation 2 launch title that clearly demonstrated Free Radicals technical wizardry when it comes to creating a first person shooter. With extra development time this sequel improved upon virtually aspect of its predecessor.

    The addictive multiplayer of course remains with modes varying from your standard deathmatches to variants on capture the flag. Every game can be customised allowing the player to choose the weapons that can be used, number of kills required, time limits and even an option to turn on one hit kills. Up to four players can take part via split screen (an option now sadly lost in most modern FPS games) or system link if two Playstations and TVs are available. The majority of the maps are very well designed offering the chance for close or long range combat.

    An expanded single player mode is now included taking in a short(ish) story mode as well as a number of entertaining challenges. The story mode allows two players to play co-operatively and there is a nice variety of levels in which different tactics and weapons need to be employed. A few uneven difficulty spikes can be frustrating but for the most part these levels are fun to play, particularly with a friend in tow. The challenges offer time and skill based scoring and provide a huge amount of variety. One level sees the player tasked with destroying all the windows of a Siberian outpost as quickly as possible and the next tasks them with surviving for as long as possible against an endless horde of giant hands (yes hands!) armed with machine guns.

    Overall Timesplitters 2 is certainly the best multiplayer shooter available on the Playstation 2 and at its bargain price still worth picking up even in a world now dominated by Call of Duty.    … Expand
  21. EnKira
    Jun 1, 2013
    10
    A brilliant shooter. Tons of content and unlimited fun. Although I do prefer the 3rd installment Future Perfect. 9.5/10:BRUTAL!!! But because it's a formidable series, I will give it a meta score of a 10/10.
  22. rtkiii
    Nov 13, 2012
    10
    This was such a fabulous game that gets little recognition. The CO/OP story and the MP modes were just fun as hell to play. Plus the had a level creator that was fun and easy to use. Played a monay hours of this with my buddy.
  23. Remember2wipe
    Jul 16, 2012
    10
    This game was my childhood. Over 150 playable characters including but not limited to, the gingerbread man, calamari, a Duck, a snow man, and a gold fish controlling a robots body. There are weapons from many eras in this game, from bricks to laser rifles. If 150 playable characters and an amazing map editor were possible in 2002 then why hasn't any game broken the record for most playableThis game was my childhood. Over 150 playable characters including but not limited to, the gingerbread man, calamari, a Duck, a snow man, and a gold fish controlling a robots body. There are weapons from many eras in this game, from bricks to laser rifles. If 150 playable characters and an amazing map editor were possible in 2002 then why hasn't any game broken the record for most playable characters since then? Make Timesplitters 4 already or at least have an HD remake of this classic current gen consoles… Expand
  24. the-epikninja
    Jul 13, 2012
    0
    TimeSplitters 2 is the king of First Person Shooters, and it still is! The game may look repetitive, but the hours of gameplay will make it worthwhile. TimeSplitters 2 makes you imagine your type of action and relive it your way! This game is truly the pinnacle of shooters!
  25. watithink123
    May 25, 2012
    9
    This game is amazing. It's been too long since I played this game. It's just a great game. Timesplitters 2 9.0/10
  26. HuibH.
    Jan 20, 2010
    10
    OMG It really boggles my mind how people can say this game sucks, the obvious reason is that they suck at it since future perfect does have a good score which is way easier. anyway great game, I will probably never has as much fun with any other game ever again, until timesplitters 4 comes out
  27. LeslieL
    Jun 19, 2009
    9
    It's an O.K game, but what I want in a game is more action, more good graphics, and more realistic things. This was a blast from the 1st game, and the series will leave you wanting more, get the entire series!
  28. AnonymousMC
    Dec 15, 2008
    10
    Timesplitters 2 is one of the best first person shooter games ever!!! Story mode was good (could have been more levels.) awesome arcade and mapmaker mode. If you don't get this game your missing a out on some of the most fun on a first person shooter you will ever get!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  29. WilliamF
    Aug 23, 2008
    10
    Loved this game. The variety of game modes and characters in arcade mode mean your never short of fast paced shooting action. I admit that story mode isn't this games strong point but this FPS is a rare gaming experience.
  30. DSSS91
    May 11, 2008
    10
    This is NOT an overated game. It is by far the best FPS for Multiplayer on the PS2. A remake is being made in HD with improved visuals and online functionality, but only if Free Radical get enough E-MAILs. So send your mails to with the Subject "Splitters HD"
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#7 Best PS2 Game of 2002
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#6 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
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#29 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. GameShark
    100
    As a PS2 shooter it's the best I've ever played - I can't emphasize that point enough.
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  2. Game Over Online
    90
    This has to be one of the best titles that’s come out for every console this year.
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  3. Gaming Maxx
    89
    Edges out "Red Faction 2" just by a hair. "Red Faction"'s single player mode is much more intense but lacks the cooperative campaign mode that Timesplitters 2 did.
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