X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse

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  • Summary: X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse introduces the epic storyline of an uneasy alliance between the X-Men and the hated Brotherhood in a fight to reclaim Earth from Apocalypse's grasp. Gameplay enhancements include more than double the superpowers and customization capabilities, the debutX-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse introduces the epic storyline of an uneasy alliance between the X-Men and the hated Brotherhood in a fight to reclaim Earth from Apocalypse's grasp. Gameplay enhancements include more than double the superpowers and customization capabilities, the debut of several new playable characters, over 100 diverse types of enemies, and a breathtaking range of exotic and real-world environments—from the Madri Temple to Egypt. [Activision]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 44
  3. Negative: 0 out of 44
  1. Cincinnati Enquirer
    94
    Also new, and welcome for those who don't favor the role-playing aspect, is the ability to ignore the character management with automated leveling up.
  2. 1UP
    90
    A terrific action-RPG that serves as an example of what a sequel ought to be. It's better than the original, absorbing and well balanced with enough challenge and variety to keep you busy for the 20-plus hours you'll need to get through it.
  3. PGNx Media
    89
    X-Men Legends II isn’t a drastic improvement over the first game, but it is definitely an improvement and ultimately a fun game.
  4. VGPub
    84
    It is more of the same type of addictive gameplay from the first Legends title, but now you can play as the bad guys and have the ability to play co-op online.
  5. Gamenikki
    80
    If you have multiple gaming consoles, I’d strongly recommend picking the game up on either the GameCube or Xbox, both of which support four-player mayhem without something as impractical as a MultiTap.
  6. 3DAvenue
    80
    Where X-Men Legends 2 shows its franchise roots is in the fact that it genuinely isn't that much of a visual step up from last year's model.
  7. TotalGames.net
    59
    Having old enemies join forces against Apocalypse is a decent idea for an X-Men story, it's a shame that it has been rendered into a series of dull maps and substandard action. One for collectors.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 2 out of 10
  1. WeaponX
    Nov 23, 2005
    9
    A very fun game and I like the graphics. Too bad in half of the game you will be fighting bugs,but after you're done with them the game A very fun game and I like the graphics. Too bad in half of the game you will be fighting bugs,but after you're done with them the game will start to get your full attention.… Expand
  2. JoeT.
    Nov 15, 2005
    9
    I think it is a great game and it is a lot of fun.
  4. SumDood
    Nov 21, 2005
    9
    This game is vey unique and takes on a different approach to comic book chacters that alone should get this game some points for being so This game is vey unique and takes on a different approach to comic book chacters that alone should get this game some points for being so bold! Plus it rocks!!… Expand
  5. RyanA.
    Sep 23, 2005
    8
    Very addictive with several improvements over the original.
  6. AKthaBeast
    May 18, 2018
    8
    A very fun yet very easy game that makes playing the characters in the X-Men universe rewarding to level up.
  7. Stealthgear
    Jun 8, 2013
    8
    If you are a fan of the original X-men Arcade game or of Gauntlet Legends style beatem-ups you will absolutely love this game. I'm onlyIf you are a fan of the original X-men Arcade game or of Gauntlet Legends style beatem-ups you will absolutely love this game. I'm only wondering why a couple vanilla RPG fans came here to write negative reviews. This is an action game thats fun to play with family or by yourself. Its a must have on the PS2. It is fun to switch characters and level them up. Basically the longer you play the more attacks you get. There are some menus, where you can change items, change player skins, and team mates, but you don't have to go into them if you want. The A.I. is generally very good and won't hold you back. The team attacks are really fun to perform (rogue throws Wolverine). The artwork is gorgeous with tons of backgrounds and different enemies. Even the loading screens feature amazing X-men comic artwork. The characterizations and voice acting are dead on. Even Patrick Stewart is back for Xavier. Not the hardest game in the world, but it is fun to play. This is almost a perfect game. One thing is that you should probably have big screen to play it on. These types of games have a lot going on. They also could have made a little bit more back and forth combat where you time attacks. But this is sort of a button masher. You can and will lose team mates mid-way through a level, make it harder, but you can revive them at checkpoints. I liked exploring all of the areas and making sure I had destroyed everything in site. The music of this game is also very cinematic. I'm very critical of my games, but this is definitely a solid 8 rating with high production values. This game was designed to be fun for multiple people, and probably kids. This game was not meant to be X-men Final Fantasy where you watch hours of cutscenes and dork with item menus. Its just great. So pick up this game! Must have Ps2 game. Its still worth playing in 2013.… Expand
  8. DeepakB.
    Nov 3, 2005
    0
    this is verest game i have ever played th geaphis are very bad expet for the moves.. if you are a team player you might like it but if you this is verest game i have ever played th geaphis are very bad expet for the moves.. if you are a team player you might like it but if you are a single player you will hate it… Expand

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#88 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2005