Killzone 2

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Feb 27, 2009
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1769 Ratings

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  1. sle0609
    Dec 8, 2010
    9
    The single player is well paced and action packed enough to enjoy despite the lack of a strong storyline. The multiplayer is incredibly addictive. It's a skill based FPS and one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had. There is a tough learning curve that is very rewarding once you master the controls, weapons, maps, strategies and ultimately other players in the online multiplayer.
  2. Moviebuffreview
    Jan 22, 2011
    8
    Killzone 2's campaign definitely could have used a stronger narrative, and the controls aren't as smooth as other shooters, but the campaign is a blast, the game is gorgeous, the multiplayer is engaging, and the overall presentation is phenomenal. If Killzone 3 can improve the narrative and mechanics to some degree, it will be the shooter to beat in 2011.
  3. ITZZZPERRY
    Dec 22, 2013
    8
    Killzone 2 is a perfect showcase of the power of the Playstation 3. The single player is bold, and the multiplayer is ambitious. Both are very successful as well.
  4. ChrisS
    Mar 23, 2009
    10
    Amazing multi player! People need to stop complaining and let the game stand on its own. Its not cod4, its not meant to be cod4, n if EVERY game were exactly like cod4 thered be no point for anyone to make any other fps's. This game is awesome in every respect, don't let the whiners turn you away from it because you'd be missing out. Different styles for different tastes, Amazing multi player! People need to stop complaining and let the game stand on its own. Its not cod4, its not meant to be cod4, n if EVERY game were exactly like cod4 thered be no point for anyone to make any other fps's. This game is awesome in every respect, don't let the whiners turn you away from it because you'd be missing out. Different styles for different tastes, to each his own.… Expand
  5. KoryB.
    Mar 2, 2009
    10
    Killzone, although not perfect, is a fantastic game. The visuals are the hand down current champion in the console gaming industry, the score is perfect for the tone of the game, and the multiplayer is deep and challenging.
  6. columbom
    Mar 29, 2009
    10
    This is the best FPS ever. dont listen to these whining Xbots . These BOTS never played the game . Killzone 2 makes any game on their console look like a wii game. KZ2 offers the best MP as well as the best SP experience. The online WARZONE is just a blast . The SP offers the most intense campaigns along with the hardest boss fights ever seen in a game. I traded in those garbage COD4/5 This is the best FPS ever. dont listen to these whining Xbots . These BOTS never played the game . Killzone 2 makes any game on their console look like a wii game. KZ2 offers the best MP as well as the best SP experience. The online WARZONE is just a blast . The SP offers the most intense campaigns along with the hardest boss fights ever seen in a game. I traded in those garbage COD4/5 after buying KZ2. anyone who has played KZ2 will do the same.… Expand
  7. SalR
    Mar 30, 2009
    8
    This game looks awesome! I would say it's up to par with Gears 1 and 2. But the gameplay could be worked on a bit. It feels like you are moving in slow motion. The whole aiming scheme is just horrible it feels like you can't hit anything. When you jump it doesn't even feel like you are jumping, or when you run it feels so slow and awkward. But the cheesiest feel is when you This game looks awesome! I would say it's up to par with Gears 1 and 2. But the gameplay could be worked on a bit. It feels like you are moving in slow motion. The whole aiming scheme is just horrible it feels like you can't hit anything. When you jump it doesn't even feel like you are jumping, or when you run it feels so slow and awkward. But the cheesiest feel is when you are hitting someone. It feels like you are hitting air. All in all this game is mediocre, even though I really wanted to love this game. This was the main reason why I bought a PS3. At least it's a good start for Guerilla they just need to polish it up! Good try boys, but not good enough.… Expand
  8. BilltheIceman
    Mar 3, 2009
    10
    What can you say about a game that in all reality brings nothing new to the genre? You can say that it has perfected so many aspects of the typical FPS that it defies description, and that's not an easy feat! Did I say perfect? I think I did! Is it the same "save the world" type story? Sure. Still a FPS that tells you where to go next (take out that tank, go down that ladder)? You What can you say about a game that in all reality brings nothing new to the genre? You can say that it has perfected so many aspects of the typical FPS that it defies description, and that's not an easy feat! Did I say perfect? I think I did! Is it the same "save the world" type story? Sure. Still a FPS that tells you where to go next (take out that tank, go down that ladder)? You bet. Think about that Ford Mustang sitting next to a Ferrari, they both go fast, but one is clearly in a league of its own. And it's not just the campaign, online multiplayer is every bit as intoxicating. It's a shame that certain fanboys will knock this game and never take to the time to enjoy the best FPS we have seen so far.… Expand
  9. CoreyL
    Mar 4, 2009
    10
    What a great game!!! Graphics are like none other you truly need to experience it for yourself to see what i'm talking about. Game play is excellent, very gritty and aggressive, has a very good pace. Online is the most fun i have had in an online FPS shooter, i won't be putting this one down for a long time to come.
  10. AllanJ
    Mar 4, 2009
    10
    By sound and graphics alone this game deserves a 11/10 it is the best game to have ever graced a console to date. I care less about the story but the game play was very fun, specially the desert level with the bolt gun, best fun I've had since Goldeneye on the N64!. I LOVE the mech suit or Exo whatever it's called I hope to see it in multiplayer. The multiplayer just brought it By sound and graphics alone this game deserves a 11/10 it is the best game to have ever graced a console to date. I care less about the story but the game play was very fun, specially the desert level with the bolt gun, best fun I've had since Goldeneye on the N64!. I LOVE the mech suit or Exo whatever it's called I hope to see it in multiplayer. The multiplayer just brought it over the top, the incessant changing of the game modes and chaos keep me wanting to play all night and unlock everything. Anyway, I'm glad I bought this game, I was waiting for something like this to showcase my 7.1 home theater and HD projector. The guns are EXTREMELY satisfying to fire on a loud sound system, best I've ever heard on a game, It just topped Bad Company for me.… Expand
  11. VinnyB
    Apr 12, 2009
    10
    This quiet simply is the best mulitiplayer game i have ever played with amazing visuals and stunning audio(Surround sound turn right up) it's far better to any other game on the market at the moment. O.K the single player is not that long but still jaw dropping at times, still these days online gaming is what it's all about and this does not disappoint at all. So many new ideas This quiet simply is the best mulitiplayer game i have ever played with amazing visuals and stunning audio(Surround sound turn right up) it's far better to any other game on the market at the moment. O.K the single player is not that long but still jaw dropping at times, still these days online gaming is what it's all about and this does not disappoint at all. So many new ideas with all different classes which make it so differant to anything else i've played on the ps3 anyway. At first the online might seen difficult but if you put in the time you will be rewarded with month's of entertainment. Some people have moaned that the aiming is bad and it could have been better in places but this is mainly from jealous xbox owners who are gutted that it can never be made on there systems. All i can say to the people who don't like it for what ever reason or find the aiming to difficult is to stick with COD4 or 5. ZZZZZZZ. Activision need to up there efforts with the next COD game to compete with this masterpiece. GOOD LUCK they will need it.… Expand
  12. BrettoP
    Apr 30, 2009
    9
    This game is easily the best FPS on PS3 the environments and character detail is amazing. But games are not all about graphics, some might say the controls are sluggish but I personally think they are perfect for a controller to get the right feeling of turning in the real world not as supermen turning at the speed of light as in most moused controlled PC games. The cover system is This game is easily the best FPS on PS3 the environments and character detail is amazing. But games are not all about graphics, some might say the controls are sluggish but I personally think they are perfect for a controller to get the right feeling of turning in the real world not as supermen turning at the speed of light as in most moused controlled PC games. The cover system is fantastic in single-player and although the gameplay is mainly cover-then-shoot then repeat the enemy's constant movement makes every situation fun to play thru time and time again. The multiplayer set-up is one of the best I've seen so far meeting up with friends in any game type is simple and quick the option of playing all game types in one round is brilliant as all skills are tested. There aren't many things i can say that are bad about this masterpiece except for 1.) The aiming system for the sniper rifle - using the six-axis is a bit corny and unnecessary as it just annoying not useful. 2).The damage that some enemies have to take is ridiculous, their humans not bugs off starship troopers ffs If you own a PS3 this game is a must!!!… Expand
  13. Chazs
    Apr 6, 2009
    9
    This game is the best looking FPS ive ever played or even seen. The only thing that doesn't make this title a bonified Halo killer is the lack of two player head to head. Come one, zero coop? For those who said the aiming was bad, no. It's just you suck at aiming. You may want to go into optionas and adjust your control settings...i cant wait for killzone 3.
  14. PaulV.
    Jan 30, 2010
    10
    Some people may find that the controls are "bad" but I think they feel like this due to the realistic game physics. You can actually feel the heavyness of your character unlike other FPS where you just feel like moving a camera around. For this game you have to get used to the controls first and then you will enjoy it at it's best The multiplayer mode is really entertaining. Players Some people may find that the controls are "bad" but I think they feel like this due to the realistic game physics. You can actually feel the heavyness of your character unlike other FPS where you just feel like moving a camera around. For this game you have to get used to the controls first and then you will enjoy it at it's best The multiplayer mode is really entertaining. Players need to play tactically to achieve victory, the atmosphere is stunning. Players will feel like in a real war, good sound, good maps design, good servers, good gameplay. One of the best games for the PS3.… Expand
  15. MarhadiashaK
    Jan 7, 2010
    10
    jumped to warzone. cannot stop playing it. too addictive. rewarding. great system. jumped to campaign. intense action. great AI. stunning graphics and atmosphere. what else could you ask for?
  16. gus
    Dec 23, 2009
    10
    it is fun and the online x2
  17. Justinavery7074
    Aug 23, 2013
    10
    At first I thought this was just another stupid FPS but after 30 minutes, I knew I was dead wrong. The gameplay mixes your average FPS with other great elements. Xbox may have Halo but Playstation has Killzone.
  18. MoeYaz
    Feb 10, 2011
    9
    I know it's a bit late to review this game especially with the release of killzone 3 being very soon, but when i played this in 2009 it was outstanding. The graphics, campaign and multiplayer were some of the best I have ever encountered. If you love the FPS genre you will want to play this game because it's a refreshing change from other shooters. Don't think it's just Call of dutyI know it's a bit late to review this game especially with the release of killzone 3 being very soon, but when i played this in 2009 it was outstanding. The graphics, campaign and multiplayer were some of the best I have ever encountered. If you love the FPS genre you will want to play this game because it's a refreshing change from other shooters. Don't think it's just Call of duty otherwise you'll hate this game. Players need to give this game a chance and see how other developers make a FPS. My complaints that stop this game getting a perfect 10/10 is the slightly simple and generic storyline, no party system and the outdated lobby system. But these things are easy to forgive especially when you consider how well this game does the important things. But don't buy this because Killzone 3 is nearly here!… Expand
  19. hoppimike
    Apr 15, 2013
    9
    Awesome fun truly a quality title with awe-inspiring visuals, great AI and enemies in general, wicked levels just quality!

    Love it highly recommended!
  20. Bosniak
    Dec 14, 2011
    9
    Bought this game for $20, and the only thing I didn't like about it was getting my ass kicked on elite difficulty or online. The controls aren't for everyone, but they add a new and interesting approach to gunplay that involves using your head more than you use the fire button. Could have used a toggle crouch option for the otherwise perfect first person cover system, but other thanBought this game for $20, and the only thing I didn't like about it was getting my ass kicked on elite difficulty or online. The controls aren't for everyone, but they add a new and interesting approach to gunplay that involves using your head more than you use the fire button. Could have used a toggle crouch option for the otherwise perfect first person cover system, but other than that, I didn't have any problems with the controls. Some say that the game-play can be repetitive, but I strongly disagree. The game-play is dynamic in that your character is rendered in real time and the game will periodically switch to a third person perspective. Your character even emits his own shadow from multiple light sources which are also among the best lighting effects in the history of gaming. There are many different enemy types and each one can provide a tough challenge even on recruit difficulty. The impressive A.I. bounds from cover to cover and flanks you if given the opportunity. Any dissapointments killzone 1 had were fixed in this game. Possibly the best shooter sequel ever in terms of improvements in quality. In terms of graphics -well- what can I see about killzone 2's visuals that hasn't already been said. The visuals are simply phenomenal and the frame rests at a smooth 30fps while screen tearing is non-existent. The artful use of excellent cell-shading and textures are beautiful. Sadly, the game features no co-op but the campaign and multiplayer provide a great experience. The campaign stays true to the killzone storyline and does a good job of keeping the player interested. The Helghast have a more dramatic presence and the ending provides a nice cliff-hanger for a sequel. The story could have used more depth as we no relatively little about the Helghast and ISA motives for war but otherwise the plot is easy to follow and the voice acting is good. The multiplayer is similar to games like team fortress or battlefield as it focuses on classes. Good teamwork and diverse use of classes are the key to winning online. Dedicated servers improve the reliability of the game, and the maps are fun to play. All in all, Killzone 2 progresses the killzone series forward and is a worthy sequel.… Expand
  21. Predatorium
    Sep 22, 2013
    9
    Okay so it's September 2013 and I decided to play Killzone 2, a title that I only played briefly in 2009. Now I've been playing BF3, Crysis 2 on PC with max settings so I wasn't expecting much in the graphics department but I have never been so surprised before. This game looks amazing on my LG 55" LED tv. I also decided to play it with 3D turned on and woah. It's amazing. The gore, theOkay so it's September 2013 and I decided to play Killzone 2, a title that I only played briefly in 2009. Now I've been playing BF3, Crysis 2 on PC with max settings so I wasn't expecting much in the graphics department but I have never been so surprised before. This game looks amazing on my LG 55" LED tv. I also decided to play it with 3D turned on and woah. It's amazing. The gore, the weapons, the animations and all the details and amazing graphics just sucked me into this game. I played it nonstop from start to finish and can't wait to get Killzone 3.

    So this leaves me thinking, why exactly do we desperately need a new generation of gaming platforms? What exactly will they improve so much to be considered "next generation"? The leap isn't that big looking at the new titles that will come out. Do we really crave those extra textures so much? Because that's basically what it adds, and less loading times perhaps. The lighting is already perfected in Killzone 2. Sure connectivity and online play seems to be the new thing that grants it the title of "next generation" but this could be done on current aswell.. Oh well that went off track. Anyway, if you haven't played Killzone 2, you'll be amazed with what your PS3 can do.    … Expand
  22. PatrykG
    Jan 19, 2013
    8
    Killzone 2 is the second installment in the Killzone trilogy and with newer characters so is Killzone 2 better than the original or is it another predictable FPS game lets find out. The story introduces us to Sev the protagonist of the game and is the character likeable yes he is, Rico, Templar also return in K2. So the campaign is excellent the graphics are mind blowing and the soundKillzone 2 is the second installment in the Killzone trilogy and with newer characters so is Killzone 2 better than the original or is it another predictable FPS game lets find out. The story introduces us to Sev the protagonist of the game and is the character likeable yes he is, Rico, Templar also return in K2. So the campaign is excellent the graphics are mind blowing and the sound effects are superb. K2 however has its flaws like the glitches and the controls. So K2 didn't dissapoint me in the campaign and the multiplayer is great as well is will give K2, 8/10.… Expand
  23. DarkOblivion
    Oct 29, 2012
    8
    I enjoyed playing Killzone 2, the graphics are really good and the multiplayer online is awesome, I do however, dislike them fact that some players glitch into the surroundings, and can kill you, but, you not them :/ that aside as I don't cheat, I enjoy it :p

    Story mode is great as well, just a good shooter up :D
  24. Zime
    May 30, 2013
    10
    An absolutely fantastic game with the best atmosphere in a war-based shooter that I've ever played.

    The conflict between Vekta and Helghan feels real. It's dark, horrible, scary, and yet so utterly fantastic. Killzone 2 feels realistic due to the controls which on purpose are a bit slow and hard maneuvered. You have to take cover, flank, in short use a strategy to survive. Like it    An absolutely fantastic game with the best atmosphere in a war-based shooter that I've ever played.

    The conflict between Vekta and Helghan feels real. It's dark, horrible, scary, and yet so utterly fantastic. Killzone 2 feels realistic due to the controls which on purpose are a bit slow and hard maneuvered. You have to take cover, flank, in short use a strategy to survive. Like it should be in a war.

    One of the best games of the entire generation.    … Expand
  25. Fedelca
    Sep 28, 2013
    9
    "Killzone 2" es un first person shooter con una historia, si bien no es muy original, pero su acción sólida y sus gráficos superiores lo defienden que da gusto. Este título es un logro tecnológico y actualmente tiene uno de los mejores multiplayers que he jugado. Si no lo han jugado les digo que les espera mucha acción y diversión.
  26. Steven0125
    Oct 2, 2013
    10
    Killzone 2....Highly hyped and highly anticipated. Does not disappoint either. From the moment you start this game up it makes you feel like it's a real war going on. The game looks beautiful, but it has an awful lot of brown and orange. The controls are loyal to Killzone but it does take some getting used to especially the melee. The story is very well written and shows that the HelgastKillzone 2....Highly hyped and highly anticipated. Does not disappoint either. From the moment you start this game up it makes you feel like it's a real war going on. The game looks beautiful, but it has an awful lot of brown and orange. The controls are loyal to Killzone but it does take some getting used to especially the melee. The story is very well written and shows that the Helgast aren't just alien they're also human. The voice acting is very well done and the sound effects will shatter glass with surround sound on. Shooting gets a little annoying since the crossair dissapears the longer you shoot and your bullets become more inaccuarte but you'll get used to it and that's not a problem in multiplayer. Oh yeah, the multiplayer. When I had my choice of Call of Duty or Killzone 2, I chose Killzone 2. It is just THAT much fun and easy to get into. It has a lot of traditional FPS MP modes only renamed and retweeked. An overall incredible package that no shooter/ps3 fan should dare miss out.… Expand
  27. solo-kreep
    Nov 16, 2013
    10
    killzone 2 was so great because it had that authentic vibe to it. It was that one out of 100 games that feel like it was already a classic even though you first got it. cant believe i sold mines. need to get another copy asap.
  28. nikostsg
    Feb 21, 2014
    8
    KZ2 is one the best first-person shooter games for ps3.It's gameplay is great and it's graphics make it looks like real.The story is awesome and it makes you fight through explosive battefields against Helgast.It's only disanvantage is the variety of weapons.There are only a little amount of kind of weapons that makes the game less interesting.But it ks not a reason for no buy it!!!For meKZ2 is one the best first-person shooter games for ps3.It's gameplay is great and it's graphics make it looks like real.The story is awesome and it makes you fight through explosive battefields against Helgast.It's only disanvantage is the variety of weapons.There are only a little amount of kind of weapons that makes the game less interesting.But it ks not a reason for no buy it!!!For me it worth it… Expand
  29. dinosauryoshi
    Jun 30, 2014
    8
    If you like blowing stuff up (space Nazis in particular) then this'll be right up your street. I'm not much of an FPS man generally but occassionaly I get the hankering to play one and this was such a time. This featured the most immersive gameplay I've ever experienced in an FPS, the controls are slick, the sound effects great, and although the graphics are starting to show their age aIf you like blowing stuff up (space Nazis in particular) then this'll be right up your street. I'm not much of an FPS man generally but occassionaly I get the hankering to play one and this was such a time. This featured the most immersive gameplay I've ever experienced in an FPS, the controls are slick, the sound effects great, and although the graphics are starting to show their age a little they're still more than adequate. Where it falls down a little is on the story front for me, I didn't feel the characters were that great (a little too stereotyped for my liking). The ISA (the team you play as) didn't have much going for it to make you really like them and the story was all pretty simplistic. I did like the Darth-Vader inspired bad guy Radec and his clearly Nazi inspired chronies however, their red faces contrasting to the general greyness of the game looked really bad-ass. That's another topic worth mentioning, the game is very grey, a little more variation in the levels would have been nice.
    Overall this was a hell of a lot of fun, with amazing gameplay but falls short of being great because of the simplistic unengaging story and generally forgettable 'good guy' characters.    … Expand
  30. joshuadegreiff
    Dec 15, 2015
    10
    The game is amazing the bosses really difficult to passing through! I like the game highly recommend so far this game is the best of Killzone's out there! Maybe in the future I will update this review if they come up with something better than Killzone 2
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#9 Best PS3 Game of 2009
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#6 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2009
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#10 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2009

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 94 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 90 out of 94
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 94
  3. Negative: 0 out of 94
  1. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    100
    It's true that Killzone 2 is filled with moments that can handily be described as inspiring awe. Each scene is incredibly well detailed, from the gaps in jerry-rigged cover points letting you sneak in a killing headshot to scarred and scratched textures, the planet feels entirely believable... Without a doubt Killzone fans, action and shooter fans of any stripe will instantly tag this sequel as a powerful contender for best game of 2009. [Feb 2009, p.38]
  2. MEGamers
    99
    Killzone 2’s secret ingredient is the fluidity in gameplay that we have come to enjoy more than its graphical prowess or jaw-dropping visuals. And that’s what games have always been about... We're surprised to see Killzone 2 blows our expectations out of the water with a memorable SP campaign and a stellar MP component. To put it short, this game makes "Gears of War 2" look like a high school attempt at gaming and that is a HUGE compliment!
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    90
    Visually it's so far ahead of anything else out there it shatters your expectations...This is a PS3 showing what it's truly capable of and delivering a landmark piece of explosive entertainment you can't afford to miss. [Feb 2009, p.88]
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