inFamous 2

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Jun 7, 2011
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8.6

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  1. Creativita
    Jul 4, 2011
    10
    InFamous 2 is yet another example of the technological breakthroughs slowly beginning to appear in contemporary games. Every aspect of a successful game is evident in final chapter of the Infamous series. Spectacular graphics, a well written and credible plot and qualitative game-play give you a gaming experience like no other. A credit to Sucker Punch and a masterpiece of gaming.
  2. gerryd
    Jun 15, 2011
    10
    The game is absolutely brilliant. For the past 6 months games have let me down a lot and I just couldn't get immersed into a games world or relate to any character in any of the 10 or so games I've played since Christmas. Well Infamous 2 changed all that. The games great. Great story, beautiful world with lovely graphics and mind blowing powers. The game has some of the best enemies I haveThe game is absolutely brilliant. For the past 6 months games have let me down a lot and I just couldn't get immersed into a games world or relate to any character in any of the 10 or so games I've played since Christmas. Well Infamous 2 changed all that. The games great. Great story, beautiful world with lovely graphics and mind blowing powers. The game has some of the best enemies I have seen in a game ever. From enemies that have Ice powers that use an Ice jump to move around the city or summon Ice towers from underneath them to shoot you from high ground. There's also swamp monsters that come in all shapes and sizes and human militia that come with all types weapons ranging from shotguns to assault rifles and sniper rifles. You also have two companions that have super powers and they serve as your good and bad karma partners. I recommend this game to anyone who likes Open world games and great stories… Expand
  3. j0rv1d
    Jun 13, 2011
    10
    inFAMOUS 2 is everything and more what I wanted from inFAMOUS 1. So glad I made this purchase, I am defiantly looking forward to what Sucker Punch has in store for their next IP.
  4. Moviebuffreview
    Mar 18, 2012
    9
    inFamous 2's improved combat and momentum, emotionally satisfying story, and increased number of set pieces make it much improved over it's predecessor. The game isn't flawless, but it is definitely worth a purchase.
  5. almir908
    Aug 5, 2011
    8
    Not a bad game. The story progresses nicely and the powers are nicely set and done. But the gameplay gets a little old towards the end. I can say it's a little repetitive for my taste. Still the gameplay, story, characters were nicely done. The music in this game is one of the best I've seen
  6. moegooner88
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    a masterpiece that improves on its predecessor in almost every aspect, dont be fooled by the troll reviews, this game is a must get for PS3 owners, heck it's even my fav game this gen.
  7. AlnORTIZ
    Jul 2, 2011
    9
    When I got this game on opening day, I was pretty happy. When I started playing this game, I immediately got hooked and got even more happy! This is one of the PS3's best exclusives yet and is even stronger than its predecessor. The story has a comic book feel to it and the gameplay is amazing once once you start playing! If you have a PS3, you owe it to yourself to own this and the firstWhen I got this game on opening day, I was pretty happy. When I started playing this game, I immediately got hooked and got even more happy! This is one of the PS3's best exclusives yet and is even stronger than its predecessor. The story has a comic book feel to it and the gameplay is amazing once once you start playing! If you have a PS3, you owe it to yourself to own this and the first inFAMOUS.… Expand
  8. IronGuy410
    Jul 11, 2011
    10
    Infamous 2 is one of the best games I've ever played. It's improved over the superb first game in every way. The graphics are far more colorful and detailed, the soundtrack is amazing, and the story is far more exciting and emotional than the first. The new powers that are available are fun to use, and thanks to these the city of New Marais is a blast to explore. Overall, Sucker Punch hasInfamous 2 is one of the best games I've ever played. It's improved over the superb first game in every way. The graphics are far more colorful and detailed, the soundtrack is amazing, and the story is far more exciting and emotional than the first. The new powers that are available are fun to use, and thanks to these the city of New Marais is a blast to explore. Overall, Sucker Punch has done what few companies have done before. They started an amazing story in one game and put two very satisfying endings to it in the next, without falling back on modern moneymaking traditions such as spin-offs or trilogies. The inFamous games are two of the best games on the PS3.… Expand
  9. Inuit_Dude
    Jan 8, 2012
    8
    this game is so much better than the original i have played a couple minutes of the 1st one and yet i still say this is better why because he does not squeak everytime he moves now! the 1st one i could not play because his pants or his bag or something would be squeaking everytime you move him. now im going to get on with my actual review this game is pretty good when it comes tothis game is so much better than the original i have played a couple minutes of the 1st one and yet i still say this is better why because he does not squeak everytime he moves now! the 1st one i could not play because his pants or his bag or something would be squeaking everytime you move him. now im going to get on with my actual review this game is pretty good when it comes to graphics,gameplay and the variety of missions the only thing i had a problem with was the voice acting it was pretty good but for gods sake could they not have found people that could speak properly i mean a couple of the main characters have really bad slurrs which can be annoying but wont make me stop playing the game all in all its great and worth it for most gamers i say this because there are some that will give up on this because there are parts that can be a little bit chalenging… Expand
  10. RogerM
    Aug 13, 2011
    6
    I liked/enjoyed it, up to a point. I just finished the second run as I was aiming for platinum. That's the only motivation I had to go for the second run, as evil. The main minus is the gameplay itself. It's pretty much the same over and over. Besides, I really don't care for playing evil. It's against my personal values, even i a game. But I did it for the trophy, and then it turned out II liked/enjoyed it, up to a point. I just finished the second run as I was aiming for platinum. That's the only motivation I had to go for the second run, as evil. The main minus is the gameplay itself. It's pretty much the same over and over. Besides, I really don't care for playing evil. It's against my personal values, even i a game. But I did it for the trophy, and then it turned out I didn't get the "Hard" trophy due to some stupid game design. Playing on "Hard" when the game itself suggests it, isn't good enough. Well, I'm not playing it for the third time. I am ready to move on, and say R.I.P. to Infamous 2. I had some fun, but just about 6 worth of it.
    The user generated missions found around the maps are innovative. The quality varied, but it's a plus to the game.
    All in all an OK game , but not a must have, imho.    … Expand
  11. Amiganoid
    Jun 14, 2011
    10
    inFAMOUS 2 is simply amazing ! It's a big fat diamond that should be in every Ps3 gamer collection, no...wait...It should be in every "real" gamer's collection. Technically it's also quite the achievement, if i may say so. Although the game may not run at 60fps, it often does feel that way. The game runs incredibly smooth and fluid, has no screen tearing, and no blur when you move theinFAMOUS 2 is simply amazing ! It's a big fat diamond that should be in every Ps3 gamer collection, no...wait...It should be in every "real" gamer's collection. Technically it's also quite the achievement, if i may say so. Although the game may not run at 60fps, it often does feel that way. The game runs incredibly smooth and fluid, has no screen tearing, and no blur when you move the camera fast to the left or to the right. inFAMOUS 2 is also much more colourful then the first one, which is a big plus imo, you just have to see the city for yourself to experience how amazing it is, and how fluid. The game also never gets dull, or boring, there's always something to do, to see, or to find. The chemistry and vibe that this game brings is also amazing. A big plus is also the soundtrack played in the game, it's in the background allot, and really makes the game more dynamic, and alive. There are only 2 things imo which inFAMOUS 1 did better, it was the original voice cast that was better, and Cole's appearance, he just looks to "clean" in 2, and he sounded more "raw" in the first one. These are the only things i can come up with, which were better in the first one. The game definitely deserves a 10/10 imho, and is the first game that came out this year that's in line for game of the year ! This game is the best open world / sandbox game i have seen or played this generation.… Expand
  12. FatalExcursion
    Jun 15, 2011
    10
    "inFAMOUS 2" has everything that fans could want out of a sequel to the original. With astounding design in every medium, fast-paced electric gameplay, and a epic karmic storyline that will astound and intrigue you 'till its conclusion, this game has now garnered my respect into being one of the best PS3 exclusives that the system has to offer.
  13. MillionPoundHam
    Jul 3, 2011
    10
    A tour de force, this is what I wished Crackdown 2 would have been like. It definitely improved on the first game, and introduced a host of new characters, with the ever present morality system to spice up the game a bit. Sucker Punch has delivered on something quite magical with this game, and I certainly hope they deliver another sequel or even a spinoff.

    Great job Sucker Punch, you    A tour de force, this is what I wished Crackdown 2 would have been like. It definitely improved on the first game, and introduced a host of new characters, with the ever present morality system to spice up the game a bit. Sucker Punch has delivered on something quite magical with this game, and I certainly hope they deliver another sequel or even a spinoff.

    Great job Sucker Punch, you win the Million Pound Ham Prestigious Slice Ham of Brilliance Award.    … Expand
  14. skelekey
    Jun 16, 2011
    10
    This is a Phenomenal game and a vast improvement over the first which was also good but needed some polish. They removed some of the less stellar game play scenarios and added so much to the combat. The battles are intense and fulfilling and some of the environment is destructible too. Overall a top notch game.
  15. sg1fan75
    Jan 14, 2012
    8
    It's a fun game and I did feel like a superhero for the most part; Playing with all the powers was very cool. I would love to see this studio tackle a Spider-Man game or maybe an X-Men game.
  16. Ishnax
    Jun 24, 2011
    9
    Good game, improvement over the first one ( and that one was already quite nice imo ). Enjoying every minute of it =)
    There are some minor tech issues I noticed like textures loading a bit too late, but that was when I was electro-grinding on some wires at a high speed. And it was like 0.5 seconds of blurry building so it really didn't bother me.
    Score :9 because of some floating point error...
  17. gamesnetwork
    Jun 22, 2011
    10
    inFamous 2, in many ways, is the perfect sequel. bigger, better and more entertaining game. Now Infamous 2 was added to my personal favorites. Great game!!!!
  18. Atticas14
    Jul 17, 2011
    9
    Great game, I was completely absorbed! I played through the campaign on evil in about 15 hours. The new powers are great and can quickly be changed through the use of the d-pad menu. One thing I missed from the first inFamous were the platforming scenes where you went underground to restore the power. I definitely think its worth a second play through to check out the other karma path inGreat game, I was completely absorbed! I played through the campaign on evil in about 15 hours. The new powers are great and can quickly be changed through the use of the d-pad menu. One thing I missed from the first inFamous were the platforming scenes where you went underground to restore the power. I definitely think its worth a second play through to check out the other karma path in the game. The ending is really gut wrenching but I won't spoil it. If you enjoyed inFamous then you really need to do yourself a favor and try inFamous 2.… Expand
  19. Hei123
    Jun 15, 2011
    10
    This game improves on everything created in the original. It is phenomenal! The explosions are beautiful and the powers are fun and varied. The karma system adds a little thought to the gameplay and the story is engrossing. I highly recommend this game for lovers of the original inFamous.
  20. TrevZ
    Sep 20, 2011
    8
    Infamous 2 was an up and down hill of a story, it started off fantastically and then it dropped off, til the point where i didn't even want to finish the game anymore, but then the game got incredible again... it followed this patter throughout the entire game, however the story itself is quite good, but even better is the fantastic array of powers that will surely make you feel "badass"
  21. gaminkid05
    Nov 8, 2011
    3
    This game was honestly a disappointment. I don't want to say it was horrible, but it was not good enough for me to finish it. The first Infamous was one of my favorite games, but this one just couldn't come close to comparison. Visually, it looked ok, what I'd expect. The music was also ok. The plot, was weak and poorly explained however. It seemed as if the characters were super shallow,This game was honestly a disappointment. I don't want to say it was horrible, but it was not good enough for me to finish it. The first Infamous was one of my favorite games, but this one just couldn't come close to comparison. Visually, it looked ok, what I'd expect. The music was also ok. The plot, was weak and poorly explained however. It seemed as if the characters were super shallow, as if somebody tried to give them personality but failed. In Infamous 1, the characters were non-existant, which was frankly better. Overall, the presentation was........eh. Game play wise, I think it was somewhat less than average. There was hype about feeling powerful, but I didn't feel powerful at all. The controls were a bit sticky but passable. I didn't like the boss battles either, they were very generic and uninteresting. Lastly, Cole moved too fast, and I found it difficult to control him properly. The game was one of the biggest disappointments ever.… Expand
  22. BasilZero
    Nov 11, 2018
    9
    Game: inFamous 2
    Genre: Action
    Developer: Sucker Punch Studios Publisher: Sony System: Playstation 3 (PS3) Year of Release: 2011 Length of Playthrough: 15 Hours Total Score: 89/100 Value Score: 8.9/10 • Story: 9/10 • Characters: 9/10 • GamePlay: 9/10 • Graphics: 9/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 7/10 • Length: 8/10 • Replay Value: 9/10 • Player Value: 9/10 Pros +Large    Game: inFamous 2
    Genre: Action
    Developer: Sucker Punch Studios
    Publisher: Sony
    System: Playstation 3 (PS3)
    Year of Release: 2011
    Length of Playthrough: 15 Hours

    Total Score: 89/100
    Value Score: 8.9/10

    • Story: 9/10
    • Characters: 9/10
    • GamePlay: 9/10
    • Graphics: 9/10
    • Sound: 10/10
    • Music: 7/10
    • Length: 8/10
    • Replay Value: 9/10
    • Player Value: 9/10

    Pros
    +Large open world with 4 sections
    +Morality system from first game returns (you can also gain +1 morality if you have a save file from inFamous 1)
    +Improved visuals and graphical design
    +Gameplay seems more fun and diverse when it comes to combat and exploration
    +More than 1 ending (depending on morality and choices made)

    Cons
    -Floor glitches and bugs like floating enemies
    -Camera can be annoying
    -Some fights can be super tedious    … Expand
  23. Vertran187
    Nov 9, 2013
    10
    best super hero game ive play so much fun having just slogged my why through another mindless COD game Ghost this has been an amazing game. The free flowing movement around the city and super powers combined with open world setting works perfectly.
  24. GamersLikeABoss
    Nov 10, 2012
    8
    inFamous2 is way bette r than one, even though 1 is fun. 2 has more powers and different karma have different powers. I would sujess u to buy infamous 2 instead of 1. but right now they had 3 combined together which is infamous1, 2 and Festival of Blood. and gonna be cheap if u buy the edition pack. the other 2 score that i didnt give is because i wasnt expecting Cole would die so i haveinFamous2 is way bette r than one, even though 1 is fun. 2 has more powers and different karma have different powers. I would sujess u to buy infamous 2 instead of 1. but right now they had 3 combined together which is infamous1, 2 and Festival of Blood. and gonna be cheap if u buy the edition pack. the other 2 score that i didnt give is because i wasnt expecting Cole would die so i have to take 2 scores away.....Good Job Cole we will remember u… Expand
  25. voiders
    May 9, 2013
    2
    Bad game with bad story, worst graphics ever... The characters dont make sense.
    In portuguese i hate the dubbing, so horrible. I cant believe so many people like this game. The frist was worst.
  26. Marsellus
    Oct 27, 2013
    7
    Boring gameplay, a lot of good ideas but... Boring
    The story is... Boring and designed for teens
    Characters are cliches, open world and good graphic
    Not enough for me
  27. asfj
    Jan 27, 2014
    2
    Really a tough job to finish the game. One of the most boring game on PS3 I ever played.
    My feeling about the game is just spot as described in "deathsmiles"'s review. This game is just about running from a checkpoint to another and repeating beating similar gangs again and again in a very bland and lack-of-interactive small town. You even never expect combat inside buildings except in    Really a tough job to finish the game. One of the most boring game on PS3 I ever played.
    My feeling about the game is just spot as described in "deathsmiles"'s review. This game is just about running from a checkpoint to another and repeating beating similar gangs again and again in a very bland and lack-of-interactive small town. You even never expect combat inside buildings except in some shabby factories.
    These gangs are just stupidly standing on the corners of streets and waiting for you coming to trigger their script like robot.
    The idea of open world simply does not work in the game because such a flat city(sorry, a small town) will not ignite your any interest to explore, such as just crust of crap buildings no way to enter, only 3-4 very outdated car models also no way to drive, NPCs lack of emotion, meaningless side missions... All these give me a feeling that this town is like a piece of .
    Another thing makes me very feel wired is that the art style of the city seems like sth from a hybrid of med century and industrial era (but after all, it is a bit confusing that what the hell the era is the town in. The minimum is that the town is really shabby, lack of reality and diversity)..., but does the story happen on a modern era? This is too contradicted, isn't it?
    Yes, I know, because designing a more sophisticated and based-on-reality world needs more efforts on inspection in the real world like what Rock Star have to do, and also needs much more art and engineering job to digitize elements into game, lazy first for infamous' developer.    … Expand
  28. RandomWhorie
    Jul 6, 2017
    8
    Uno de los mejores exclusivos de PS3 sino el mejor, trata de un desecho de laboratorio con cara de Voldemort y con sus modales poseyendo varios watios de mas en sus manos. Tiene un amigo irrelevante llamado Zeke "el Zokete" pero este también tiene sus poderes como ser pesado, y en cuanto a su aspecto lleva unas gafas de protección por si se le salta una chispa y daña sus ojos su amigo delUno de los mejores exclusivos de PS3 sino el mejor, trata de un desecho de laboratorio con cara de Voldemort y con sus modales poseyendo varios watios de mas en sus manos. Tiene un amigo irrelevante llamado Zeke "el Zokete" pero este también tiene sus poderes como ser pesado, y en cuanto a su aspecto lleva unas gafas de protección por si se le salta una chispa y daña sus ojos su amigo del alma, Voldemort.

    Más personajes irrelevantes: Kuo lacaya de la NSA y embajadora de los poderes de hielo y Nix, una delincuente capaz de aguantar sexualmente hablando mientras un bosque entero arde en llamas y ella dentro, otra cosa sería su compañero... Tiene poderes eléctricos solamente.    … Expand
  29. Mindkiller7522
    Dec 12, 2021
    9
    This is the right way to do a sequel for sure! It takes everything good about the original and builds on it. The storytelling doesn't feel as rushed and even though the moral choices are a bit A/B, it still makes me want to go back and play through again.

    The only bummer is that the only way to play this on current gen systems is through streaming on PSNow, which is a terrible service.    This is the right way to do a sequel for sure! It takes everything good about the original and builds on it. The storytelling doesn't feel as rushed and even though the moral choices are a bit A/B, it still makes me want to go back and play through again.

    The only bummer is that the only way to play this on current gen systems is through streaming on PSNow, which is a terrible service. If they ever decide to re release these games I would definitely be in!    … Expand
  30. PaulaTLD
    Aug 23, 2022
    8
    Este el el primer juego de infamous que juego y me gusto bastante, me gusta el estilo de lucha y la historia me gusto, siempre eligo el lado bueno ya que no soy de los protagonistas malos (hay exepciones)
  31. Justinavery7074
    May 20, 2013
    8
    It's still a good game. The graphics have significantly improved but everything's still the same. It's a different look for sure but it's still the same gameplay. It's still fun, though.
  32. 2TonTongue
    Apr 7, 2013
    5
    My wife & I loved the first game great blend of sandbox with a compelling story. inFamous 2 is way too much of the former, not enough latter. It seems like, hours later, I'm still in a tutorial, getting-to-know-you phase. I might now play long enough to get out of it.
    As "fathergod" said, it seems you just collect shards, do the minor side missions, and that's about it. Plus, the game is    My wife & I loved the first game great blend of sandbox with a compelling story. inFamous 2 is way too much of the former, not enough latter. It seems like, hours later, I'm still in a tutorial, getting-to-know-you phase. I might now play long enough to get out of it.
    As "fathergod" said, it seems you just collect shards, do the minor side missions, and that's about it. Plus, the game is super buggy. Audio hasn't seemed to work properly the whole time I've been playing; cutscenes have frozen/crashed; and spots to activate missions often don't trigger the mission.
    How could a great company and a great franchise go this wrong in its second effort? And how could reviewers love it so much? I'm very disappointed. I may give it another try, but its time in my PS3 is numbered.    … Expand
  33. whitespider999
    Feb 27, 2012
    6
    The ign review sold me on this game. It seemed to do everything I wanted in this kind of game, and mechanically - it comes quite close. However like prototype and the original infamous, this game is repetitive and mindless more than it should be. And this makes the experience drag. In the end, it's just not all that special. The editor for user created content is a stroke of genius -The ign review sold me on this game. It seemed to do everything I wanted in this kind of game, and mechanically - it comes quite close. However like prototype and the original infamous, this game is repetitive and mindless more than it should be. And this makes the experience drag. In the end, it's just not all that special. The editor for user created content is a stroke of genius - however it's never really been used all that imaginatively either. The world design is probably the biggest highlight, as it's far less plain than prototypes extremely simplistic city - however it's very small and mostly a single visual note. The framerate in this game is also very choppy and removes some of the flowing momentum that you should be feeling.… Expand
  34. Nihuolos
    Jun 27, 2011
    9
    The Play steep! Each owner PS3 must have her(it) in collections.
    The Continuation looks better original, опÑ
  35. brady4
    Jun 14, 2011
    10
    Really good game! loved it from start to finish, a few little bugs and glitches like sometimes cole will get stuck to the ground and you have to mash the x button to get out but that was the only major issue i had and it only occurred a couple of times during a 10 hours plus experience. Graphics have been significantly improved from its predecessor, combat has also been polished more andReally good game! loved it from start to finish, a few little bugs and glitches like sometimes cole will get stuck to the ground and you have to mash the x button to get out but that was the only major issue i had and it only occurred a couple of times during a 10 hours plus experience. Graphics have been significantly improved from its predecessor, combat has also been polished more and of course lots more powers for cole to use on his enemies. The only other thing i can complain about is the camera, depending on where you are the camera can sometimes go a little crazy and that leads to a frustrating death, But the couple of issues i mentioned will be patched so i didn't reflect into the score, definitely recommend this game must buy for ps3 owners.… Expand
  36. George69
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    Infamous 2 is just pure amazing. Just pure amazing. This game is outstanding, it's definitely gonna be one of the contenders of Game of The Year 2011. The gameplay is great, it's fantastic. There are so many powers and they are tonnes of fun to use. Cole's powers are different depending when you are good or evil. They change and some of them are exclusive depending on you karmic rank. ColeInfamous 2 is just pure amazing. Just pure amazing. This game is outstanding, it's definitely gonna be one of the contenders of Game of The Year 2011. The gameplay is great, it's fantastic. There are so many powers and they are tonnes of fun to use. Cole's powers are different depending when you are good or evil. They change and some of them are exclusive depending on you karmic rank. Cole also uses a melee weapon known as "The Amp", it's amazingly satisfying to knock a bad guys face with it. Overall, the powers and the gameplay is amazing. Cole can also perform parkour and free-run, this makes exploring the environment heaps of fun!

    The graphics are great, much better than the first. They're more colorful and detailed and they just make the world seem alive with personality.

    The story is amazing, there are two endings depending on which side you chose to play as. Both of the endings are great and fans of the series like myself, will not be dissapointed. It takes many twists and turns and they're also emotional. Overall, Infamous 2 is a fantastic game, it's absolutely brilliant. This is a great inprovement from the first one and it's tonnes of fun! If you are a PS3 owner buy this game. If you're not a PS3 owner, buy a PS3 and buy this amazing game. My score: 11/10

    BUY THIS GAME.    … Expand
  37. Evarin
    Jun 13, 2011
    9
    As others have mentioned, Infamous 2 is very much like the original. If you played and enjoyed the first game, much of what was lacking has been improved. However, if you did NOT like the first game, stay away. For those NEW to the series, this is your typical sandbox game with a decent storyline. The quests are somewhat varied, but can get a bit repetitive towards the end. If you enjoyAs others have mentioned, Infamous 2 is very much like the original. If you played and enjoyed the first game, much of what was lacking has been improved. However, if you did NOT like the first game, stay away. For those NEW to the series, this is your typical sandbox game with a decent storyline. The quests are somewhat varied, but can get a bit repetitive towards the end. If you enjoy open world exploration then you shouldn't hesitate to give this game a try. Expect about 20-25 hours of game play if you avoid side quests, with about double that if you wish to end up near 100% completion.… Expand
  38. DrRikard
    Jun 13, 2011
    10
    Not much to say. If ,like me, you liked the first Infamous chances are you'll love the sequel. Improved in almost every aspect, you'll have a hard time putting down the controller. This game is definitely one of PS3's best offerings.
  39. Redreaper1816
    Jun 14, 2011
    10
    This is an exellent game .....10 is better than the first game with new powers and new skills.
    The history is bery good and again and again you can choose between being famous or infamous
  40. saltymonkey
    Jun 15, 2011
    10
    What an amazing game. Sucker Punch did another excellent job on this title. There are 2 problems I had with this game. First is my second playthrough is boring. I played a good guy first and chose Kuo's power before being evil and choosing Nix's power. The story is the same except for the evil main/side missions. I wish they could have changed the whole thing with good/evil story ratherWhat an amazing game. Sucker Punch did another excellent job on this title. There are 2 problems I had with this game. First is my second playthrough is boring. I played a good guy first and chose Kuo's power before being evil and choosing Nix's power. The story is the same except for the evil main/side missions. I wish they could have changed the whole thing with good/evil story rather than just having to choose whether you wanna do a good/bad mission.

    All in all great game and another great game for your library.    … Expand
  41. T0NY-_-GV
    Jun 15, 2011
    10
    Better than the original .Loved the first one. This is better. Free roaming in a huge environment is very fun to explore. The graphics and controls are highly improved from the first one. It's more polished than the first! Awesome game!
  42. Lux_Kayden
    Jun 18, 2011
    9
    A brilliant evolution of the first game. Better story, more refined controls and best of all new kick ass powers! I love the flying/hover physics in this game... I am only half way though but its a hell of a lot of fun. Considering how bad most superhero games suck, this game is one of the best in its genre so far.
  43. batlantern_87
    Jun 19, 2011
    10
    The first inFamous was one of the best games I had ever played. It was great in the pacing, size of the open world, and the story. This one takes everything that made the first great and made them better! The melee is great and the amount of powers that can be used is mind boggling. If you at all liked the first then this is a no brainer, get this game.
  44. Zenvo_ST1
    Jun 20, 2011
    10
    Amazing game...i love every minute of it, no real complaints after 3 playthoughs

    very very sad evil ending :( speaks volumes for the dev to put give people that emotion over the game.
  45. corleone1989
    Jun 25, 2011
    10
    Score (10.0) Fantastic game !!! One of the best in this year. Bigger, more colorful and much much better than first one. Absolutely fabulous must MUST HAVE for PS3 !!!
  46. shinji626
    Jun 25, 2011
    10
    Infamous 2 the name may say its infamous, but its famous for ps3 players! an awesome looking open world action game based on the best selling infamous this game has been one of my favorite games on the ps3 and I hope this franchise keeps going.
  47. kritik
    Aug 30, 2011
    10
    inFAMOUS 2 is everything and more what I wanted from inFAMOUS 1. So glad I made this purchase, I am defiantly looking forward to what Sucker Punch has in store for their next IP.
  48. fallen1
    Jun 28, 2011
    10
    Absolutely great game!!! Sucker Punch studios improved everything of the first game and then some. Just played my first playthrough as a good guy, now it's infamous playthrough. Great Cinematics, good comic-book style storytelling. Absolutely recommend if you like open world type games. If you're into shooters, stick to COD 400, if not, definitely give this great game a shot!!!
  49. Vindiesel83
    Jul 1, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Infamous 2 offrela gia collaudata giocabilita del primo capitolo aggiungendo principalmente un comparto grafico/tecnico di altissimo livelloin piu sono stae rese piu marcate le scelte che potremo effettuardurante la storia ,a seconda infatti di quali aiutanti sceglieremopotremmo aggiungere al nostro gia vario arsenale di potere il ghiaccio o il fuoco., la longevita risulta buona e anche il fattore rigiocabilita non e da sottavalutare, effetti sonori nella norma e finalmente un doppiaggio in italiano di livello, insommaa un esclusiva ps3 da avere per tutti i possessori della console sony… Expand
  50. DGDrocks7
    Jul 22, 2013
    9
    If you loved inFamous 1, then you'll love #2. If you didn't, then shut up; the inFamous series does not suck. The gameplay feels quite the same, but that's a good thing. You have the powers from inFamous 1, plus a ton of new ones. If you thought the story in #1 was awesome, wait till you see this one. This game holds a special place in the PS3 collection. (9.1/10)
  51. EDarkness
    Jul 3, 2011
    10
    This is one of my favourite PS3 exclusive games. Anyone who loved inFamous needs this game. It improves on inFamous in every way. It's a comicbook superhero game done correctly and Suckerpunch should be praised for such an achievement. I hope Suckerpunch's next game is a good as this one.
  52. Sithlord4885
    Aug 15, 2011
    8
    Although the leveling up system is smoother and feels more rewarding than the first game, the overall game feels much shorter and simpler. If not a completionist, you can beat this game in half a dozen hours as the story unfolds similarly to the first inFamous. Also, I hated being pigeon holed in the end to my final decision depending on my karma. Still, if a completionist like me, thereAlthough the leveling up system is smoother and feels more rewarding than the first game, the overall game feels much shorter and simpler. If not a completionist, you can beat this game in half a dozen hours as the story unfolds similarly to the first inFamous. Also, I hated being pigeon holed in the end to my final decision depending on my karma. Still, if a completionist like me, there is plenty to do to make this game worth your while and has plenty of moments that should make any comic book fan giddy with delight.… Expand
  53. Navelpluis1337
    Oct 29, 2011
    10
    I was a great fan of the first inFamous and completed it twice (once good, once bad of course), and I am not at all disappointed with inFamous 2. The gameplay is basically the same, but now set in a city where even more things are climbable (pretty much everything is, actually), and which is more diverse and colourful than ever. There is a great array of new powers, some which areI was a great fan of the first inFamous and completed it twice (once good, once bad of course), and I am not at all disappointed with inFamous 2. The gameplay is basically the same, but now set in a city where even more things are climbable (pretty much everything is, actually), and which is more diverse and colourful than ever. There is a great array of new powers, some which are basically upgrades of original powers, some which are completely new and help you get around the city. Some really put a smile on my face using them to zoom around the city, which is a great thing to do. There is a lot to do in the city, especially now user-created missions are implemented. The characters are good, and there is even some rivalry around Cole which makes him more human. If you enjoyed the first one, you're going to have a lot of fun playing this one. If you haven't played the first one, go to that now and play this one right after that. Everything in New Marais is great to do, whether that is zooming and grappling around town with your electric players, combatting mutants and ice soldiers with electricity and rockets, saving innocent civilians from the evil Militia or rule the town with an iron fist yourself.… Expand
  54. shimano6000
    Aug 5, 2011
    9
    This is a great game. The trophies are worth playing the game again and again without any drag. Great storyline and surprises to boot. Great epic battles. The hard difficulty setting is not impossible and it is great fun and extends the length of the game. No boredom here.
  55. Shahadot
    Jul 19, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. infamous 2 was definitely my most anticipated game this year as the first was so great. the second is even better in nearly every way. everything has been improved from combat to traversing to the powers and graphics. one thing that has been improved but still isn't perfect is the choice system. although there r 2 alternate endings and u get different powers depending on if your good or evil, most of the choices u make don't hold any significant weight. none of the decisions u make up to the last decision have any bearing on it. u can b good and still choose the evil ending or vice versa. even after choosing nix or kuo u can still choose to do good or evil missions so choosing between them makes no difference except for the powers you get. this was a disappointment but this is nonetheless a great game and a must buy if you got the first one. oh and there's user generated content which will give more gaming time on top of the long story mode (10 hours minimum if u complete twice)… Expand
  56. Spawnah
    Jul 21, 2011
    9
    I enjoyed this game so much that I started and finished it in a single sitting, my only complaint is the mortal choice system doesn't make much sense, so you either need to be maximum evil or maximum good to get the powers, so the "What would I do?" idea goes out the window, unlike in Mass Effect where I could be good, but if someone starts annoying me I could push them out a window, II enjoyed this game so much that I started and finished it in a single sitting, my only complaint is the mortal choice system doesn't make much sense, so you either need to be maximum evil or maximum good to get the powers, so the "What would I do?" idea goes out the window, unlike in Mass Effect where I could be good, but if someone starts annoying me I could push them out a window, I can't do that in inFamous because then I won't get the best powers.… Expand
  57. Paskill
    Jul 30, 2011
    8
    This game is a definite improvement on it's already great predecessor. I love this game and it's User-Generated- Content is very interesting. I love it and hope they will somehow carve out a sequel.
  58. MAST3RHAX0R
    Jul 31, 2011
    8
    I think that inFamous 2, was pretty much just as good as the first inFamous.The characters are pretty good, the gameplay is improved from the first game, but I think that the plot was better in the first game.It´s pretty good in this one too, but it was better before. I also like the fact that you can be either good, or evil, and depending on which one you are, you will get aI think that inFamous 2, was pretty much just as good as the first inFamous.The characters are pretty good, the gameplay is improved from the first game, but I think that the plot was better in the first game.It´s pretty good in this one too, but it was better before. I also like the fact that you can be either good, or evil, and depending on which one you are, you will get a different ending.So this was a good game.One of the best games that have came out this year(so far)… Expand
  59. bigbossluna
    Sep 15, 2011
    9
    Better than the first one in every single way. A must play for any comic fan or any sandbox fan. The story line is a little weak. The missions on the Evil side are not as imaginative as in the first one. At times it feels a little repetitive but other than that is a fantastic game like no other in this generation.
  60. MRayn
    Aug 2, 2011
    8
    Explosive as the first could not be. Infamous 2 brings back every single best thing of the first and mixes it with some innovations. The dark and dead city gives space for a colorful and alive New Marais. New powers helps you to have more and more fun. I said the game is explosive and I meant it. The battles are way more dynamic and, sometimes, harder than before. If you've liked theExplosive as the first could not be. Infamous 2 brings back every single best thing of the first and mixes it with some innovations. The dark and dead city gives space for a colorful and alive New Marais. New powers helps you to have more and more fun. I said the game is explosive and I meant it. The battles are way more dynamic and, sometimes, harder than before. If you've liked the first, don't waste time and BUY IT!… Expand
  61. Joeshmo04
    Aug 1, 2011
    9
    Just to start out Sly 2 Band of Thieves has always been the perfect gam for me, but Infamous 2 comes pretty darn close. There are so many similarities between the two because they were made by the same company, i love it so much. New powers help soo much in this game. user-generated content provides endless amount of gameplay. and a story that will blow ur socks off. i also love the newJust to start out Sly 2 Band of Thieves has always been the perfect gam for me, but Infamous 2 comes pretty darn close. There are so many similarities between the two because they were made by the same company, i love it so much. New powers help soo much in this game. user-generated content provides endless amount of gameplay. and a story that will blow ur socks off. i also love the new melee system. Gameplay: 9.5 Great new melee system, awesome new powers Graphics: 8.5 Not top notch, but a great improvement from previous game Sound: 8.5 I really like the old coles voice, but the new one is ok. Other cast is stellar Lasting Play: 9.5 Ugc is awesome, still wish they had multiplayer… Expand
  62. BigLollipop02
    Aug 6, 2011
    10
    This is a great game for all PS3 owners, I really enjoyed it. Some people are saying "It's so much like Infamous 1" Well it's really not. If you've seen some magazines and such, you'd know that Cole has a new look, new powers, a cool new sword, and meets some new friends. You can help one friend that makes bad decisions or another that makes good ones. Together, you try to stop the Beast,This is a great game for all PS3 owners, I really enjoyed it. Some people are saying "It's so much like Infamous 1" Well it's really not. If you've seen some magazines and such, you'd know that Cole has a new look, new powers, a cool new sword, and meets some new friends. You can help one friend that makes bad decisions or another that makes good ones. Together, you try to stop the Beast, a rampaging monster that destroys city after city state after state until he reaches New Marais, where Cole is. I have to say that this game is very good game, however I believe that there may not be an inFamous 3, sadly. The game is mostly easy, because your powers are much better now. Good luck on the game if you buy it!… Expand
  63. Foxg007
    Aug 21, 2011
    9
    More of the same but boy love all the new stuff. Rushing through the game experiencing all the new effects and stunts. Sucker Punch creating a brand new classic. cant wait now for infamous 3.
  64. TheBradMurphy
    Sep 8, 2011
    9
    Gameplay - 9/10

    Infamous 2 is third person open world action game set in New Marais. New Marais is a fictional city based on New Orleans. Your character, Cole McGrath, has electrical superpowers. You roam around New Marais using all of your availible powers to defeat all sorts of baddies. You unlock the ability to unleash different electrical powers depending on whether you choose to be    Gameplay - 9/10

    Infamous 2 is third person open world action game set in New Marais. New Marais is a fictional city based on New Orleans. Your character, Cole McGrath, has electrical superpowers. You roam around New Marais using all of your availible powers to defeat all sorts of baddies. You unlock the ability to unleash different electrical powers depending on whether you choose to be good or evil. To use your powers, you aim using L1 and press a button to use the corresponding power. The camera zooms in and looks more like a third person shooter perspective. You have limited electricity to use your powers, but it can be recharged by draining the electricity from a nearby object. No spoilers here, but at a certain point in the game, you can obtain either fire powers or ice powers. Simply put, I love Infamous 2's gameplay. Aside from a few problems, it is nearly flawless. The problems include: the camera occasionally gets a little out of control and that the meelee combat feels a little wonky and bland. But, as far as gameplay goes, it is one of the greatest of this generation.

    Graphics - 8/10 (This section also includes sound and voice acting) Infamous 2's visuals are sharp and pretty. The environments are fairly varied for a game set in a city. The game runs at a steady framerate, and the animations are fluid and entertaining. The electrical powers light up the screen and are beautiful to watch. The sound is great. Cole's voice actor has changed from the original game, making him sound less pissed off and angsty than the first game, and it definately matches the less dark mood of Infamous 2 when compared to the original Infamous. Cole wouldn't be able to make the few jokes that he made in Infamous 2 if he still had the gravely voice from the first game. Overall, the other characters are voiced very well. The music does a very good job of immersing the player in the experience. The only problems I have with the visuals and the sound are that the visuals are great, but nothing that pushes the boundries of the ps3 and the same goes for the sound.

    Story - 9/10

    The story of Infamous 2 is simply fantastic. Like I said earlier, I will keep this spoiler free. It has happy moments, sad moments, and even a bit of humor tossed into the mix. The side characters, especially Zeke, were developed very well. Both the good and evil paths give slightly different stories throughout the game, but at the end, they give two drastically different endings. Both of them are extremely emotional, and one of them actually made me cry. The one gripe I have with the story is how black and white the karma decisions are. You can find out more about what I have to say here. It should be noted that the story is better enjoyed if you played the first game. This is hard to talk too much more about the story without spoiling anything, so all I need to say is: I thoroughly enjoyed Infamous 2's story, and you will too.

    Replay Value/Length - 9/10

    Infamous 2 will take you about 20 hours to complete all of the story and side missions, with about another 5-7 hours to find all of the collectibles such as blast shards and dead drops. You will definately want to play through the game again with the opposite karma, adding on another 25-ish hours. Also, there is a deep UGC mission creation tool. It allows players to make very complex missions, but it is very confusing and there is not real tutorial as to how to use it. There are a few good missions now, and I'm sure there will be more to come, but I doubt it will ever pan out as well as LittleBigPlanet's UGC community. Closing Comments

    Infamous 2 is one of my favorite games this generation, much less this year. It is beautiful, lengthy, it has a great story, and above all, it is tons of fun. This is one of the top reasons to own a PS3, and if you don't own a PS3, this should go on to your list of games to play if you ever pick up a PS3. Overall score - 9/10    … Expand
  65. kitsoon
    Aug 25, 2011
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gameplay has definitely improved in general since the previous game. However, melee combat is a bit sketchy with the camera and I found that the hero powers were much more useful/powerful than the infamous ones. The firebird technique loses all momentum afterwards and you can't use your thrusters afterwards. The ice launch, on the other hand, is great for getting around. The bolt stream is totally awesome as its like a machine gun but the scythe bolt pales in comparison.

    I was a little bummed about the music in the second infamous game. The music was so great in the first game but I barely heard any memorable melodies in the sequel. The motion-capture cutscenes are a welcome addition to the comic book style ones. The characters have great depth and interesting personalities. Honestly, I was a little disappointed with the endings as they left little chance for a direct sequel. The evil ending was very captivating and tragic and I was pleased how SuckerPunch's writers handled that.    … Expand
  66. conman1011
    Sep 1, 2011
    10
    I'll put this sweet and simple. If you like the first one, your going to love the second one. If you hate the first one. your going to hate this one.
  67. LordKnightmare
    Sep 8, 2011
    9
    I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with the game so far, I'm a mission or two away from beating the evil campaign and the powers have been greatly enhanced, making getting around a lot more swift and just flat out fun. The new powers are definitely impressive and it gives you more freedom on combos to performed during combat. The connection with Cole is satisfying throughout the story.I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with the game so far, I'm a mission or two away from beating the evil campaign and the powers have been greatly enhanced, making getting around a lot more swift and just flat out fun. The new powers are definitely impressive and it gives you more freedom on combos to performed during combat. The connection with Cole is satisfying throughout the story. Being able to choose his destiny gives more of a connection for sure. The story is also captivating and well thought out. The scenery is wonderful, the city looks great, textures are more than decent. Very satisfied with the money spent towards this game and the developers. I always like what Sucker Punch produces, I would highly recommend picking this title up.… Expand
  68. BrunoLAli
    Sep 25, 2011
    10
    I was absolutely blown away by the first inFamous actually in many ways it was the main reason I bought a Playstation 3 and when inFamous 2 came out I bought it day one but finished it way too quickly and when I did finish the game on Hard I was refused the hard trophy which was a bit disappointing but the game, story and the new powers are really good looking forward to the new DLC I doI was absolutely blown away by the first inFamous actually in many ways it was the main reason I bought a Playstation 3 and when inFamous 2 came out I bought it day one but finished it way too quickly and when I did finish the game on Hard I was refused the hard trophy which was a bit disappointing but the game, story and the new powers are really good looking forward to the new DLC I do love it when a game changes up the standard DLC affair new weapons and a few new mission but the Festival of Blood DLC looks to be quite exciting I cannot wait.… Expand
  69. Nocwat
    Sep 20, 2011
    8
    Decent game; the only problem I had was the fact that you could only use the Tesla missile when transferring electricity to another generator, it should've been a powerup.
  70. ComedyPros
    Sep 25, 2011
    9
    i'll be honest. i did not like the first Infamous. gameplay was boring and bleak. and the sewer levels were annoying and melee was clunky. but in Infamous 2 every thing is improved especially with melee as we are introduced to the awesome AMP and the acting/story/cutscene is top notch. with the single-player reaching around 15 hours first time on normal and both GOOD/BAD endings arei'll be honest. i did not like the first Infamous. gameplay was boring and bleak. and the sewer levels were annoying and melee was clunky. but in Infamous 2 every thing is improved especially with melee as we are introduced to the awesome AMP and the acting/story/cutscene is top notch. with the single-player reaching around 15 hours first time on normal and both GOOD/BAD endings are completely great. recommend this game as the new powers are incredibly fun… Expand
  71. gfppoy
    Dec 4, 2011
    9
    More powers. Not a bad story. More enemies. UGC will keep you hooked. Quite the game; go get it.
    It says I need 150 characters to submit a review so I'm just going to type random letters now: hfjdskfhjsadkgfaskjdfhaskjd gfhaskdjfhkjsadfasjkdfasdjkfhasklj
  72. KgnDavel
    Oct 8, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game I've ever played. It takes the flare of the first game and perfects it. It has a experience like no other. And a sad ending.(I'm still crying.) That's how good the game was… Expand
  73. kaj510superdude
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    Really just a great game overall. I mean whants better than shooting lightning stuff outta your hand??? NOTHING I love this game I played it at my cousins its just brilliant!
  74. Serin
    Jan 9, 2012
    9
    A very solid sequel with some much appreciated changes. Remember the awful sewer levels from the first game and the make-or-break platforming? Yeah, that's all gone now. Instead, the focus is more on the combat. Shimmying up buildings has also been made loads easier with electrified poles, boosting powers, and the tether which makes you feel like Spider-man but with lightning. I alsoA very solid sequel with some much appreciated changes. Remember the awful sewer levels from the first game and the make-or-break platforming? Yeah, that's all gone now. Instead, the focus is more on the combat. Shimmying up buildings has also been made loads easier with electrified poles, boosting powers, and the tether which makes you feel like Spider-man but with lightning. I also really liked the reworking of Zeke's character from bumbling, annoying sidekick to someone who is actually useful. Also, hunting down blast shards is MUCH less obnoxious with the new Blast Shard Sense power. Basically, it's the first game but with new powers, a better story, and much more exciting combat.… Expand
  75. the_blueprint
    Dec 18, 2013
    7
    The first game was very good, using the powers was great but there was still room for improvement. There needed to be more variety in everything: buildings, game world, enemies, missions...
    Although the story feels a bit better here and there is a bit more variety, the game hasn't changed much. The minor control/camera issues the first one had are still here too. And a new annoyance has    The first game was very good, using the powers was great but there was still room for improvement. There needed to be more variety in everything: buildings, game world, enemies, missions...
    Although the story feels a bit better here and there is a bit more variety, the game hasn't changed much. The minor control/camera issues the first one had are still here too. And a new annoyance has arrived to: water. There's so much water in this world (Cole gets electrocuted when falling in water) it can get frustrating. You never loose much progress but still it's not fun.
    So I give this a 7 because there's not much improvement and it's actually a lesser game then the first in some ways. If you really loved the first game and can't get enough I do recommend it though.    … Expand
  76. FN4me
    Oct 22, 2011
    9
    infamous 2 : Great story , the gameplay is amazing , i loved new cole ,graphics and environments are great , strong step after infamous 1 , the multiplayer is good idea and amazing soundtrack and voice acting .
  77. jayylukee
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    InFamous 2 was an amazing sequal to the original game. There are many new upgrades and special powers to take down bad guys. The lightning strike is my favourite and it smashes it up! The story is much more thorough and both the good and bad story is great. There are many more enemies and different baddies to take down. I definatly reccomend this to anyone with a Playstation 3!
  78. coldcalculated
    Nov 6, 2013
    8
    This game was really fun, not groundbreaking by any means, but it is a lot of fun to run around an sandbox style city doing whatever you feel like. Graphics are pretty good, gameplay is really good, plot is good, but not as good as the first installment. Overall, I would say this game is on par with its predecessor.
  79. Spleen
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    Recommended for fans of the original and / or super hero / action adventurer lovers. inFAMOUS 2 is a great action game that splices in elements of third person shooter and RPG story decisions. Sucker Punch does a good job improving the games fluent movement allowing players to travel smoothly in the game and definitely adds more depth to the characters this time around. My biggest issuesRecommended for fans of the original and / or super hero / action adventurer lovers. inFAMOUS 2 is a great action game that splices in elements of third person shooter and RPG story decisions. Sucker Punch does a good job improving the games fluent movement allowing players to travel smoothly in the game and definitely adds more depth to the characters this time around. My biggest issues with the game come from 2 things. The first being that while having the option to choose good / evil outcomes, the main character still comes off confused over his own personality. Even if you play 100% good, some cut scenes depict your character worrying about people, the next acting like a bad ass renegade who is better then everyone. It leaves a bland feeling that your story choices aren't having the effect you assumed they would. My second issue is with the bosses. The first game had power house type bosses unique to the game that felt like a Super Hero vs Super Villain fight. This game however recycles the majority of bosses over and over again in side missions and random encounters without changing or improving the fight mechanics of said enemy.… Expand
  80. IcyGames
    Nov 29, 2011
    9
    Infamous was my second first PS3 game, (my first being the force unleashed) and boy was I hyped up for it, and did it deliver? Hell yeah. It in fact became my favourite game of all time and when I finished it I naturally became hyped for a sequel, and when it was announced I screamed with happiness. The second it came to store shelves I went there and bought it, platinumed it. And how do IInfamous was my second first PS3 game, (my first being the force unleashed) and boy was I hyped up for it, and did it deliver? Hell yeah. It in fact became my favourite game of all time and when I finished it I naturally became hyped for a sequel, and when it was announced I screamed with happiness. The second it came to store shelves I went there and bought it, platinumed it. And how do I feel afterwards? Well now I'm really hoping fora sequel all right, but I think the developers (sucker punch) will do the same mistake like they did with infamous 2 and infamous 1, not in the game itself, but advertising it. They just gave away too much and it really made me go "meh" when I could have gone "Woah" if they wouldn't have said so much about the game in interviewes and all sorts. What I think lacked is that how many opportunities they had but they didn't fully use every single one of them. They could have made some groundbreaking moments in the game that would have really made the gamer excited to see what was coming but unfortunately they don't try as many risks as they did in the first game, and I think video game developers tend to do this a lot, the first game has to be groundbreaking, fresh, new so the public will like it, and when it comes to the second game they can't really risk it due to it might anger some people in the community, like how they decided to change Cole, fans went furios. But that's really what makes infamous 2 not be a masterpiece, it lacks that element of hard work, sweat and teers that the first game had. You felt like you were really playing "the start of something" when you were playing infamous 1, so sadly this really disappoints me. However, I still think this game is one of the best out there and a real refreshment for people who want to try out something new. A must buy from PS3 owner

    Infamous 1= 10
    Infamous 2= 9.5    … Expand
  81. mrnice
    Sep 14, 2013
    8
    I was surprised how epic the campaign was. Some missions were pure filler, but the high points felt like a real superhero adventure. The presentation impressed me, in awe of the lighting-effects. Overall, it was a fun ride. The music almost singlehandedly pulls the score up from 7/10 because it fit the feeling of the superhero so well. I didn't make sense of the story until after it ended,I was surprised how epic the campaign was. Some missions were pure filler, but the high points felt like a real superhero adventure. The presentation impressed me, in awe of the lighting-effects. Overall, it was a fun ride. The music almost singlehandedly pulls the score up from 7/10 because it fit the feeling of the superhero so well. I didn't make sense of the story until after it ended, because parts of it are revealed in collectibles. It was fun to try some user-generated levels, and even easily make my own surreal level. I'd say it's a great game if you expect a true 'American' superhero adventure, especially you like the idea of jumping around to scavenge collectibles in a city, which I found was good fun after the campaign. Overall, engaging and very well made entertainment. Not a system-seller of a game, but grand scale fun nonetheless.… Expand
  82. skeith
    Sep 13, 2012
    7
    This game has improved alot from the original, but somehow, I like the first one better. Combat is big improvement, very smooth and fluent. Story is fine. This game has lost the feature of "parkour" and platform. I really liked the idea of jumping around on buildings, gave me very exciting moments in the first game. This game also has a little enemies. The bosses are not interesting. ForThis game has improved alot from the original, but somehow, I like the first one better. Combat is big improvement, very smooth and fluent. Story is fine. This game has lost the feature of "parkour" and platform. I really liked the idea of jumping around on buildings, gave me very exciting moments in the first game. This game also has a little enemies. The bosses are not interesting. For me, the first game is actually way better. This is not as good as the first one alright, but still it is a good game you should play. =)… Expand
  83. RUST
    Mar 15, 2012
    9
    Improves on the predecessor in nearly every department. The plot, the gameplay, the environments and the features make a very solid and much improved entry to the inFamous series, which I hope goes on from here to become the household name I know it can be.
  84. Mann0802
    Apr 23, 2012
    8
    Infamous 2 does the original a lot of justice. The gameplay and graphics are much improved over the original. New Marais offers has a great amount of detail in it. Cole also feels a lot more powerful this time around. The story is strong and picks up right around where the first game left off. The ending should leave you satisfied. All in all, one of the best PS3 exclusives.
  85. CvRudo
    Jun 30, 2014
    9
    Excellent game, it shows a maturity on Infamous saga, the controls are improved, the history is more interesting and the combat system is not longer boring as the first, the graphics are very good worked and finally its a very good ending at the waiting for the new generation.
  86. Cartteros
    Jun 27, 2012
    8
    Cole MacGrath is really cool. For this, the game deserves an 8. The graphics have nothing very special, but the lightning effects, blur, explosions and stuff deserve 8. The sound and soundtrack amuse me. That's a 9 for the audio. The gameplay is good. Being an overpowered fella, being able to use eletricity in your favor and to choose between good and evil feels okay. But the side missionsCole MacGrath is really cool. For this, the game deserves an 8. The graphics have nothing very special, but the lightning effects, blur, explosions and stuff deserve 8. The sound and soundtrack amuse me. That's a 9 for the audio. The gameplay is good. Being an overpowered fella, being able to use eletricity in your favor and to choose between good and evil feels okay. But the side missions just sucks. They're quite always the same (not including the CGU online missions). Roaming free in New Marais gives nice possibilities to be good or evil, but picking blast shards is just boring. Big 8 for gameplay. Overall, inFAMOUS 2 is a nice game. It has nice characters and a fair story. It's a very original game Sucker Punch delivered for PS3 costumers. 8 for this game.… Expand
  87. Zedben
    Apr 24, 2012
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The bluray/bluray game play functionality broke on my PS3 and of course the warranty was up. So I had to grab another one. I got Infamous 2 with a package deal. On my first run-through it seemed like a lot of fun. However, it does still have many of the same issues and bugs from the first one. I know developers can't read your mind, but when you are trying to run away from something (or a hoard of things) or are just on a timed mission, Cole constantly tends to grab on just about everything. At first it wasn't too annoying, but when the battles get more difficult with mobs that can kill you in one hit, it can be frustrating to latch onto a power line pole when trying to avoid a deadly projectile. The game scoops you in from the beginning and morality is started at the first mission. There are some loopholes for the fanatics of this series to nitpick, but the game play is still pretty fun. There is nothing like throwing a car at an enemy or using tether to leap large distances. As for the ending, I found the "bad" ending to be much better than the "good" ending. I have to give it to the developers on one thing, though. At least they didn't follow the new "2" Ex style push-a-button-for-your-fate-regardless-of-what-actions-you-took-to-get-there. Which seems to be more abundant in other games lately. Other reviewers say that it is contradictory in several ways to its predecessor, and it is in many ways. There are many loopholes and plot pieces that are just thrown in. It also doesn't have the same mystique as the first game. All-in-all, since I got it for free, it was a pretty good game. However, if you are on a tight budget, you might want to consider buying it used or borrowing it from a friend.… Expand
  88. sityoazzdown
    May 18, 2012
    8
    Great game. It can get repetitive like the first one, but they've made very fun additions to the game play (like being able to lift a car and throw it). Strong story, with strong characters. I liked how how you can create your own missions concept, because there really isn't much to do after you've beat the game.
  89. Tall_But_Short
    Jul 8, 2012
    9
    Brilliant. Just brilliant. Even though the story wasn't as strong as the original, what it lacks in story, it makes up for in the gameplay. The gameplay is identical to its predecessor with some minor tweaks but many more powers. New Marais looks and feels great as an open-world city for Cole to roam around in and the graphics overall are fantastic though some objects could have had betterBrilliant. Just brilliant. Even though the story wasn't as strong as the original, what it lacks in story, it makes up for in the gameplay. The gameplay is identical to its predecessor with some minor tweaks but many more powers. New Marais looks and feels great as an open-world city for Cole to roam around in and the graphics overall are fantastic though some objects could have had better textures. Cole earns new powers/abilities as the game progresses and it all depends on what type of person you want to be, good or bad. By the end of inFamous 2, i was left craving more.… Expand
  90. darkpup777
    May 30, 2012
    9
    This game was absolute mind blowing. Can point out multiple improvements since the first one, but can't exactly point out flaws. Those who give this game 0 have nothing better to do than look for attention. If it's not your type of game, then don't comment or at least give the game some credit for effort. If your a fan of the first game, then this is an absolute must buy. 9/10 since noThis game was absolute mind blowing. Can point out multiple improvements since the first one, but can't exactly point out flaws. Those who give this game 0 have nothing better to do than look for attention. If it's not your type of game, then don't comment or at least give the game some credit for effort. If your a fan of the first game, then this is an absolute must buy. 9/10 since no game is perfect.… Expand
  91. HoodNation
    Sep 17, 2012
    9
    Was really excited for this game. The game gives new interesting things to do and powers. The area still looks like a abandoned city which looks really bland sometimes but nevertheless great game.
  92. Magnifico
    Mar 18, 2013
    7
    I just finished inFAMOUS and then played inFAMOUS 2, and after a while it started to get very repetitive. Although I love both games, the side missions could've been more interesting as after a while they started to feel like a chore.. but that's now if you want to platinum your games like me!
  93. McCorpse
    Sep 9, 2013
    10
    incredible game! love it so much you truly feel like you are controlling a badass suiper hero. the powers you unlock flow together beautifully for all different types of destruction. highly recommended series
  94. OmegaZero
    Dec 6, 2012
    10
    Come, on. If Yahtzee, a Game-Critic who rips popular game apart like Metal Gear Solid 4, can even place InFamous 2 on his Top 5 Game of 2011, what have you got to lose? I got it, and I cannot agree more.

    1. Graphics is more polished than the already brilliant InFamous 1. 2. Side-Characters are excellent, very good development. Zeke rulez! 3. Ending is superiorly satisfying. 4.    Come, on. If Yahtzee, a Game-Critic who rips popular game apart like Metal Gear Solid 4, can even place InFamous 2 on his Top 5 Game of 2011, what have you got to lose? I got it, and I cannot agree more.

    1. Graphics is more polished than the already brilliant InFamous 1.

    2. Side-Characters are excellent, very good development. Zeke rulez!

    3. Ending is superiorly satisfying.

    4. The RPG Element is very diverse.

    5. Sandbox element is just...damn good!

    gO GET IT NOW!    … Expand
  95. 4DI
    Nov 18, 2012
    9
    Fixes a'lot of issues the original had, and increases the voltage meter 10 fold.
  96. hlygrail
    Mar 1, 2014
    7
    Hmmm. Disappointing to have what is otherwise an outstanding game, so damaged by the unrefined control mechanism.

    Cole wants to tightrope walk every bench, guard rail and planter box. But try and land on a catwalk from a rail... annnnnnnnnd, nope! Falling to the ground, thanks. Jump to a ladder? Nope. Jump past the ladder, annnnnnnnnnd fall to the ground, thanks. It seems the    Hmmm. Disappointing to have what is otherwise an outstanding game, so damaged by the unrefined control mechanism.

    Cole wants to tightrope walk every bench, guard rail and planter box. But try and land on a catwalk from a rail... annnnnnnnnd, nope! Falling to the ground, thanks. Jump to a ladder? Nope. Jump past the ladder, annnnnnnnnnd fall to the ground, thanks.

    It seems the control scheme is always thinking opposite of the player's action. When you want it to be precise, no "auto grab", or "auto balance", or "assisted movement" to be found. When you're in a hurry to move somewhere, Cole becomes fascinated with every parkour object in the environment right next to him, making for easy pickins by the enemies.

    There are at least several ways this could be easily addressed, with one being a "grab" button, or "grab" toggle to help the logic differentiate between what the player's general movement plan for Cole was. With a little more effort (like, are there NPC enemies shooting at me?), adaptive movement could have been built in, making this a virtually flawless gaming experience. Look to Nathan Drake on how to do game movement right.

    So, to recap: Game elements and general concept a 9 for 50%, game control a 5 for 50%, average rating a 7.    … Expand
  97. SilentINU
    Nov 29, 2012
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Playing with Cole again was a nice way to record how amazing was playing the first game. This game didn't lost quality it also gained. Choosing between Nix and Lucy Kuo was hard and in the when they revealed their real inside. The ending was so surprising who would say that Cole dies on the ending? I don't really like when a hero die in the ending, because it could end the series. Let's see maybe inFamous 3 would exist, who knows?… Expand
  98. H360
    May 21, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nothing exists in Infamous 2 just because, and that's something developer Sucker Punch should be commended for. When combined with how well-executed just about everything in the game is, the overall package is one of PlayStation 3's best and a must-play for fans of the first game.… Expand
  99. Cole123
    Jun 18, 2014
    7
    Infamous 2 for the PS3 is a solid entry in the franchise but brings nothing new to the table other than more powers and doesn't really improve much in story and map. The game is relatively small, the 100% can be achieved in atleast 20 hours of gameplay and there isn't really much replay value after the 100%. The game still features great graphics, great controls and the addicting factorInfamous 2 for the PS3 is a solid entry in the franchise but brings nothing new to the table other than more powers and doesn't really improve much in story and map. The game is relatively small, the 100% can be achieved in atleast 20 hours of gameplay and there isn't really much replay value after the 100%. The game still features great graphics, great controls and the addicting factor that makes the Infamous series great.
    Overall a good but forguettable game. Would i recommend it? Yes , if you're curious enough.    … Expand
  100. Victorvgps
    Dec 10, 2013
    10
    inFAMOUS 2 is an absurd evolution in relation to the first game, in terms of Gameplay, Graphics, Storyline. inFAMOUS 2 defenily have to be played for all people who played the first game of this amazing series
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 90 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 77 out of 90
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 90
  3. Negative: 0 out of 90
  1. Thunderbolt
    Nov 28, 2011
    80
    inFamous 2 doesn't make many missteps. It may lack the polish and big name license of the recent Batman games, but for a solid and dependable superhero videogame, there aren't many more enjoyable and more consistent than this excellent superpowered romp.
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  2. Push Square
    Nov 14, 2011
    90
    Whether you're a fan of the first inFAMOUS or new to the series, the amount of gameplay and riveting story should please all. A few small tweaks to the Move controls would go a long way in improving the overall feel of the game but an absolutely fantastic and worthwhile title nonetheless.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 19, 2011
    88
    A very good superhero's sandbox. There's a lot fighting, but it's good fighting. A lot of replay potential. The level editor is a worthy bonus, too. [Aug 2011]
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