Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II

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  1. BaronMonaco
    Dec 9, 2014
    6
    Once again Star Wars in a video-game is a bit of a disappointment, so yes the force powers are still cool, they did correct most of the light saber issues that had the first installment of the Force Unleashed, but at the costs of the story that was very "cliche", also it's a shame that whatever choices you made at the end of the first episode the story you only continue the story if youOnce again Star Wars in a video-game is a bit of a disappointment, so yes the force powers are still cool, they did correct most of the light saber issues that had the first installment of the Force Unleashed, but at the costs of the story that was very "cliche", also it's a shame that whatever choices you made at the end of the first episode the story you only continue the story if you chose the good side, the boss fights are still boring.
    Also the campaign is so short and the challenges so useless that you shouldn't expect to have a very long journey in this galaxy far far away...
    So yes The Force Unleashed 2 corrected the most annoying point from the previous game but add 2 others (bad story, and too short campaign), they don't handicap the core of the game as did the light saber issues so i guess it's a little better, but still a disappointment, there are other games to do before this one (DMC, God of War, Bayonetta etc...)    … Expand
  2. PersonDude
    Nov 10, 2013
    6
    Game isn't too bad, but it's not that great either. Story is not very good and it's too short. Graphics are decent. Gameplay is pretty fun though but there's not very much strategy involved, just button mashing.
  3. Ell678
    Oct 30, 2010
    5
    While I absolutely loved the original, the second installment fails to improve in so many ways. As other members have said, the length of the game is roughly half the game time of the original, and with only 4 locations you play in (with 2 being similar for the most part - indoors, metallic and dark, and one with no action and only 5 minutes of walking) the beautiful locations you saw inWhile I absolutely loved the original, the second installment fails to improve in so many ways. As other members have said, the length of the game is roughly half the game time of the original, and with only 4 locations you play in (with 2 being similar for the most part - indoors, metallic and dark, and one with no action and only 5 minutes of walking) the beautiful locations you saw in The Force Unleashed are gone. Cato Neimodia is, yes, a very interesting location that isn't seen in the films, but it doesn't excuse the lack of nice, natural, alien environments.

    The way the game ends in both the light and dark ending seems to scream 'Wait for DLC to flesh out the lacklustre campaign'. The storyline is nowhere near as good as the original either, with information you gathered from trailers ages ago being pretty much all there is to it - Starkiller may be a clone, and he is finding out who he is. However, the graphics, sound, cinematics and voice acting are all absolutely phenomenal. Sam Witwer's performance blows his already great performance in the original right out of the water. Every actor puts in an even better performance too - it is just a shame we don't hear that much of Nathalie Cox (Juno). The graphics are even more impressive than in the original, however, as stated before, the lack of variety detracts from this a little, but the action is notably crisp, and runs at a very stable framerate too.

    Overall, I would suggest if you absolutely loved the original, this is worth buying, but simply be aware it may be better to wait for the obvious DLC, a price drop, or a 'Ultimate' version.    … Expand
  4. olnathan
    Oct 27, 2010
    9
    An improvement upon the original game in almost every way. The combat has a much more fluid feel-- stationary blocking is gone, and you can also use lightning while moving around. The combos don't seem quite as numerous as the first game, but the overall mix of saber and force power combat in combination with more distinct enemy strengths/weaknesses rewards the player for use of a goodAn improvement upon the original game in almost every way. The combat has a much more fluid feel-- stationary blocking is gone, and you can also use lightning while moving around. The combos don't seem quite as numerous as the first game, but the overall mix of saber and force power combat in combination with more distinct enemy strengths/weaknesses rewards the player for use of a good strategy.
    The added "challenge" games available outside of the normal campaign add something as well. You can use them to learn combos, and there are leaderboards so you can compete with your friends for a top score (there are challenges based on time, number of kills, etc.).
    The main game is not excessively long, and the story might not be quite as grand as the original's, but the overall experience was very enjoyable, and I'll definitely play through again on the harder difficulties and spend some time pushing my challenge scores up in the leaderboards    … Expand
  5. Andy92
    Oct 30, 2010
    7
    there are some parts of this game that are a step up from the previous game however the reason i am giving it a 7 is because there are some aspects of the previous game that they should of carried on to this but haven't
  6. kylepogi
    Nov 1, 2010
    10
    why make it low score this game is the best! nice graphics!!!!!!!! and the game play isn extreme!!!!!!
  7. metalmike20
    Oct 26, 2010
    10
    overall this game did not disappoint from its predecessor. the only issue I found was the length of the game. I expected it to be a little longer. Overall great game play and the cinematics are just like watching a movie (which they need to do!!) great game!! Cant wait for the third. m/
  8. Alex524
    Dec 2, 2011
    0
    biggest disapointment of my life! the degobah level might as well be just a cutscene and youa says two lines in his one appearence. the game is too short and the final boss fight might as well be a cutscene as well, because its too easy. the challenges are terrible and they have too high standards for a gold or platinum medal. at most worth three dollars american.
  9. LittleMeow
    Nov 1, 2010
    8
    Star Wars Force Unleashed II was a fantastic game. The story was cool, the graphics were amazing and the gameplay was two times more fun the original. The dual lightsabers were definitely a cool edition to the game and I would say the game's only fault is the length.
  10. R-e-n-n-a-t
    Feb 15, 2011
    9
    First, I love both this game and the sequel, or I did the first time around anyway. The DLC is a great value on TFU2, and helps to extend this excellent Star Wars adventure, but the game is still very short. I beat it in a day, although to be fair I did play almost all day. The story is above average, although this is really more like a large expansion of the first game, that's fine by meFirst, I love both this game and the sequel, or I did the first time around anyway. The DLC is a great value on TFU2, and helps to extend this excellent Star Wars adventure, but the game is still very short. I beat it in a day, although to be fair I did play almost all day. The story is above average, although this is really more like a large expansion of the first game, that's fine by me because the first game is epic as well.

    In general, I just wish the game was longer.    … Expand
  11. Gamingking007
    Dec 1, 2010
    7
    Well the truth is trailers sold the game because lets admit the trailers were golden. The SWFU2 was average if not below average. It didnt feel like the first game. It felt hollow like it was pumped full of content but most of it was empty. The first game got me very emotional and i felt attached all the time. Starkiller really felt like a clone with no emotional attachments. The mostWell the truth is trailers sold the game because lets admit the trailers were golden. The SWFU2 was average if not below average. It didnt feel like the first game. It felt hollow like it was pumped full of content but most of it was empty. The first game got me very emotional and i felt attached all the time. Starkiller really felt like a clone with no emotional attachments. The most simple way to explain it is to say for example you get the best Blackberry on the market and its got the specs, but obviously it doesnt give you the feel of an APPLE which might not have better specs but it feels and becomes part of you where Blackberry is just empty[NO DEPTH].… Expand
  12. gaming1234
    Jan 3, 2012
    10
    I loved the first but this was way too short but it redeemed itself with the ending. this game is filled with action and lots of fun I mean who doen't want to slice and dice with two lightsabers and go freakin' midevil on stormtroppers with the force. this game has a lot of creativity and wou never get bored. The storyline also makes it even cooler. It concluded with choosing dark side orI loved the first but this was way too short but it redeemed itself with the ending. this game is filled with action and lots of fun I mean who doen't want to slice and dice with two lightsabers and go freakin' midevil on stormtroppers with the force. this game has a lot of creativity and wou never get bored. The storyline also makes it even cooler. It concluded with choosing dark side or the light but i won't get in to that. I think and hope that star wars force unleashed 3 if there is one will let you play both light and darkside. Overall a pretty good game.… Expand
  13. hardkor33
    Aug 5, 2013
    7
    Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II 7/10................................................................................................................
  14. JrDouble
    Dec 7, 2022
    8
    A VAST improvement over the first game in every way. Much better level design and responsive controls. I definitely enjoyed this one. Don't let the first game put you off trying this one out as it is a very solid game and a lot of fun to play.
  15. ArkonBlade
    Apr 14, 2013
    3
    The SW TFU was a very midiocore game and had a ton of room for improvement. so i was hoping in the sequel they could fix alot of the issues the first one had. Unfortunitly they fixed nothing and messed up on the very few things the first one did right. The second one now has pretty much zero story. the whole thing can be summed up as got to go save your girl friend" thats it there isThe SW TFU was a very midiocore game and had a ton of room for improvement. so i was hoping in the sequel they could fix alot of the issues the first one had. Unfortunitly they fixed nothing and messed up on the very few things the first one did right. The second one now has pretty much zero story. the whole thing can be summed up as got to go save your girl friend" thats it there is barely a word even said in the game. long over drawn out boss fights every thing feels way to over cinimatic more QTE... uuuggghhh. Its very very short which actaully is probubly a plus since its less time you will have to play this crap.… Expand
  16. Deathrage0823
    Nov 6, 2010
    7
    I thought this game was fun. The problem with it is that it is way too short. definitely shorter than the first one. While the story itself had some cool moments,overall it was lacking and rushed. It could of been good if they would of made the game longer. The game play is fun just like the last one, although the platforming is rather irritating. I like the dual light sabers.I thought this game was fun. The problem with it is that it is way too short. definitely shorter than the first one. While the story itself had some cool moments,overall it was lacking and rushed. It could of been good if they would of made the game longer. The game play is fun just like the last one, although the platforming is rather irritating. I like the dual light sabers. Doesn't present much of a challenge though due to the fact that Star Killer is just as strong as he was at the end of the last game. It makes sense that he would be that strong. It was fun crushing anyone that tried to challenge me. Overall it was a good game that has its flaws. I would recommend renting this one because it is just far too short.… Expand
  17. R1V3RP4G3
    Nov 1, 2010
    10
    The game itself lacked a feeling of an in-depth character that could be remembered. I believe the first was great but this one was less then reputable.
  18. Chuxtrix
    Nov 18, 2010
    9
    I really enjoyed the gameplay. I was so looking forward to this sequal. Absolutely stunning graphics on my 73 inch hitachi screen. All I can say is WOW! If you are a star wars fan, You gotta play this one. I give it a 9. The dual sabers are mind blowing and if this game doesnt get the fingers going somethings wrong with you. Enjoy!
  19. Ruiseart
    Jan 27, 2011
    7
    I was sick at home with the flu and played the campaign in one (fever-induced) 6-hour sitting. I enjoy anything 'Star Wars'. Good, fluid combat system. My only true criticism involves the limited playable environments/locales. I would have liked to battle the Empire in different environments. Additionally, visiting Yoda seemed like it was thrown in to include a familiar face.I was sick at home with the flu and played the campaign in one (fever-induced) 6-hour sitting. I enjoy anything 'Star Wars'. Good, fluid combat system. My only true criticism involves the limited playable environments/locales. I would have liked to battle the Empire in different environments. Additionally, visiting Yoda seemed like it was thrown in to include a familiar face. Still...enjoyed the game. Hoping for a (slightly improved) #3.… Expand
  20. paulred5
    Aug 26, 2011
    9
    Short but Exciting. Feels like a part of the Star Wars franchise where the previous game felt distant. The overall feel of the game is more of an episode in the longer story cant wait for the next installment.
  21. cred1984x
    Aug 14, 2011
    8
    Im giving this game a solid 8/10 because I really enjoyed it but thought that it was awfully short. The graphics are phenomenal! Yea, the stages could have had a little more variety in them but I was too busy wastin fools with my dual sabers to really notice. The story.....well, the story pretty much blows....but it doesnt blow to me in the way that it strays so far from the Star WarsIm giving this game a solid 8/10 because I really enjoyed it but thought that it was awfully short. The graphics are phenomenal! Yea, the stages could have had a little more variety in them but I was too busy wastin fools with my dual sabers to really notice. The story.....well, the story pretty much blows....but it doesnt blow to me in the way that it strays so far from the Star Wars lore....because I dont expect these Force Unleashed games to follow that closely to the films/novels/comics. Its a new story in the Star Wars universe, its just not that great of a story. Great game for sure though. As a huge fan of the SW franchise it was a must own for me, and Im not disappointed.… Expand
  22. Inuit_Dude
    Oct 21, 2011
    7
    this game was fun but my one main gripe with it is that it is too short and is even shorter than the original. now even though this game was short it is still tons of fun to play and is a nice treat for anyone who loves star wars with nice fluid controls and amazing graphics that put you right into the world of star wars. i also did not like how they have gone and made you inviniceble ithis game was fun but my one main gripe with it is that it is too short and is even shorter than the original. now even though this game was short it is still tons of fun to play and is a nice treat for anyone who loves star wars with nice fluid controls and amazing graphics that put you right into the world of star wars. i also did not like how they have gone and made you inviniceble i did not die once in the campaign on normal dificulty and your force meter regenerates too quickly as well. on top of these grips the worlds seem quite plain with the exception of katen nomiodia and they could have done more to liven the worlds up. also the game does not have much replayability since the only other thing to do other than the story is challenges that are so hard to do you just barely get the minimum requirements after working so hard and it does not give you a feeling of wanting to improve in fact it makes you only want to do each one once and stop there. i would suggest that this be a rental unless you love star wars and you will be playing the story more than once because that is basicly all you can do with this game but it does have a very good story so you will be satisfied… Expand
  23. Nirv225
    Nov 14, 2011
    7
    El juego tiene buenos gráficos... pero dura muy poco, y no hay tanto drama o guión. Pero a pesar de ello, la jugabilidad es interesante y no decepciona para los verdaderos amantes de Star Wars m/
  24. Natedrake1994
    Jan 10, 2012
    7
    This is a disappointment compared with the FU1. The graphics and voice acting are great, yet the story is very weak and can be completed in about 6-7 hours, revolving around Starkiller trying to find out who he is. Also there are only three settings in the whole game: Kamino (which you go to twice), Cato Neimoidia, Dagobah (which is LITERALLY 2 minutes long!) and a ship. That's it.This is a disappointment compared with the FU1. The graphics and voice acting are great, yet the story is very weak and can be completed in about 6-7 hours, revolving around Starkiller trying to find out who he is. Also there are only three settings in the whole game: Kamino (which you go to twice), Cato Neimoidia, Dagobah (which is LITERALLY 2 minutes long!) and a ship. That's it. Personally the worst bit in the whole game for me was the final boss fight. It's too easy, repetitive and takes far too long. Yet there are a few improvements (FEW being the operative word) - you can mind trick your enemies into fighting each other or killing themselves and combat feels more smooth instead of a hack-and-slash feel. Overall, this is a good/average game that sucks compared to FU1.… Expand
  25. gregthreet
    Jan 16, 2013
    5
    Undoes everything the fist game did so well. While the first game encouraged variety in how you use combos and force ability's, the second game asks for you to mash square into the floor. While its not bad, its extremely generic and boring. I don't hate the game for being so different, I hate it for being so similar to every other game of this genre. The mid-level boss battles are alsoUndoes everything the fist game did so well. While the first game encouraged variety in how you use combos and force ability's, the second game asks for you to mash square into the floor. While its not bad, its extremely generic and boring. I don't hate the game for being so different, I hate it for being so similar to every other game of this genre. The mid-level boss battles are also the worst things i've ever seen. Its story lacks any point and stinks of poo. I loved the first game and by making this game so generic makes no sense in the slightest.… Expand
  26. knicks0320
    Oct 5, 2012
    3
    What a ripoff! I just recently purchased this game because I enjoyed the first one and I am a huge star wars fan. The gameplay is actually quite fun; dual wielding lightsabers, over the top force powers, I was really enjoying it. There was the occasional choppyness in the graphics and glitches here and there, but I could easily overlook them for what was shaping up to be a great game.What a ripoff! I just recently purchased this game because I enjoyed the first one and I am a huge star wars fan. The gameplay is actually quite fun; dual wielding lightsabers, over the top force powers, I was really enjoying it. There was the occasional choppyness in the graphics and glitches here and there, but I could easily overlook them for what was shaping up to be a great game. But then things took a turn for the worst. Much to my surprise and delight the MC is confronted by Darth Vader on the fourth mission of the game. Facing Vader so early in the game? Must have a lot planned for the rest I thought. Nope, not at all. The fourth mission is the last one!!! I couldn't believe the game ended when it did, things were just picking up. The story went absolutely nowhere from start to finish, I beat the game in 5 hours, such a disappointment for what I thought was going to be my favorite star wars game. I do not recommend it unless you're borrowing it from a friend or something, do not waste your money.… Expand
  27. cbeers2513
    Nov 29, 2013
    5
    The Force Unleashed 2 can be summed up in one word: bland. All of the action it promises fails to live up to the hype, quickly becoming tedious button-mashing and easy take downs of the same enemies. Despite a few memorable battles, the game is boring and unforgettable from start to finish, saved only by the thrilling animations accompanying each victory. Couple that with one of the worstThe Force Unleashed 2 can be summed up in one word: bland. All of the action it promises fails to live up to the hype, quickly becoming tedious button-mashing and easy take downs of the same enemies. Despite a few memorable battles, the game is boring and unforgettable from start to finish, saved only by the thrilling animations accompanying each victory. Couple that with one of the worst final bosses in history, Darth Vader, this Star Wars adaptation falls flat time and time again, and will not be a game long remembered.
    5/10    … Expand
  28. GregRog
    Aug 8, 2014
    8
    This has got to be one of the shortest games I've ever played. Storyline wasn't as great as in the 1st one, but had more powers and more options of lightsaber customization. It wasn't as monotonous as the one before, and that is good, but still - too short!
  29. IAMGEOFFREY
    Sep 6, 2014
    4
    This game is alright, Not as good as the first Star Wars the force unleashed mainly because the campaign is too short, and the Plot is generally a mess! The Action is good, and The graphics cannot be denied. I always find myself coming back too this game and getting bored.
  30. tsakiym
    May 18, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.................................… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 30 out of 41
  3. Negative: 3 out of 41
  1. Thunderbolt
    Feb 2, 2011
    40
    To top it off, an experienced player can get through the game in five hours, and there isn't much in terms of replay value. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II is a poorly executed, thoughtless game that is best to be avoided.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Jan 25, 2011
    60
    Clocking in at a paltry five hours to complete on 'hard', The Force Unleashed II feels shorter than an Ewok's genitals. Length hang-ups aside, Lucasarts has tightened up almost everything iffy about the original game, but they also managed to drop a hydro-spanner into the parts that were working fine to begin with. For example, TFU had a stellar, award-winning Star Wars plot – this sequel's storyline comes dangerously close to breaking established canon and, like Jabba's Sarlacc, it sucks you in, only to take you absolutely nowhere. [January 2011 p74]
  3. SpazioGames
    Jan 15, 2011
    70
    Star Wars the Force Unleashed II makes up for most of its predecessor flaws, and delivers some terrific action sequences. It's a shame though that the story is simply non existent and the whole adventure lasts some 5 hours. It really seems like the developers can't make this saga right, leaves us waiting for a new hope.
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