inFamous: Second Son

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Mar 21, 2014
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 4171 Ratings

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  1. luis_matador_1
    Mar 1, 2015
    10
    This Game is amazing because its very fun! The story its compelling, very interesting, the characters equally, the missions and gameplay its very, very fun, And a game serves for that; for fun, for entertainment. Its a excelent exclusive that came very earlier. 80/100 is unfair, but life is like that, unfortunately!
  2. jeanphilt
    Mar 1, 2015
    7
    Good points : the graphics are really good, we have many kinds of "power" to choose, the game is good in general and it uses the new features on the PS4 controller.
    Bad points : It felt a little repetitive, I think I enjoyed the previous Infamous more and I also preferred FarCry4 and Wolfenstein a little more.
    My score : 7.5
  3. mijxero
    Feb 25, 2015
    8
    This was a hard rating for me to choose. On the one hand at first I hated this game and almost gave up. I pushed past the second hour or so and it really started to become a very good story and great action scenes. The powers become very fun to use and the character is a very realistic and likable. I feel in love with the story almost as much as previous infamous games. It still hasThis was a hard rating for me to choose. On the one hand at first I hated this game and almost gave up. I pushed past the second hour or so and it really started to become a very good story and great action scenes. The powers become very fun to use and the character is a very realistic and likable. I feel in love with the story almost as much as previous infamous games. It still has that wonky camera and weird stickiness needed to jump around, but sometimes you find yourself clinging on to objects you didn't want to. Despite these problems I had a lot of fun and would recommend.… Expand
  4. robinzvak
    Feb 25, 2015
    8
    czech Krásně vypadající hra, hratelnost je dobrá, vedlejší úkoly jsou úplně na jedno brdo a bez nápadu. Story není žádná sláva, ale určitě nic hrozného, lepší průměr. Na jedno zahrání super hra.
  5. vito0719
    Feb 24, 2015
    9
    This game is amazing. It's quite a surprise since inFamous 2 really sucked. No point in talking about the graphics, which has been the symbol of the whole series. The rest of the game is actually very good this time, which is for the first time in this series. The story is definitely among the best video games. It even beats most of the X-Men movies, which have a similar setting. GameplayThis game is amazing. It's quite a surprise since inFamous 2 really sucked. No point in talking about the graphics, which has been the symbol of the whole series. The rest of the game is actually very good this time, which is for the first time in this series. The story is definitely among the best video games. It even beats most of the X-Men movies, which have a similar setting. Gameplay is much much better. Each of the 4 super powers provides a somewhat unique experience. Enemies are smart and tricky but still no match of the great protagonist. It really finds the delicate balance, so that the protagonist is powerful but not invincible. Side missions are well designed but lack variety. But they come with the right amount. You run out of side missions before you get bored, unlike these UBI sandbox games. Stencil art, skills, playstyle and the story of the other karma are enough reason for a second playthrough. And by the time you've finished your second playthrough you are minutes away from your platinum trophy.… Expand
  6. Baremolop
    Feb 24, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pure awesomeness this game manages to significantly change the Infamous formula and not for the bad. The upgrade to next gen has truly showed with the most realistic looking cut scenes known in video games, but the game relies less on cartoon style cut scenes but don't worry they are still there. The game is far more fast paced than its predecessors, and the cover system is no longer implemented and now is replaced with a dashing system which makes Delsin fly to roof tops to recover health, but the majority of enemies have powers of their own, and they will follow you. In this game there is 4 different powers smoke, neon, Video and Concrete all having their own specialised characteristics depending on your alignment, so a good character with neon could focus and slow down time and aim for weak spots to subdue them, or with evil alignment have increased speed and conjure up a deadly stasis bubble. Instead of Ionic powers in infamous 2 you have karmic streaks that are similar but are used differently and there is a different 1 for each power, they are area of effect and take out pretty much all enemies and are earned by gaining karma in small bits. There is now 5 karma levels on each side and are easier to go though. Infamous second son is a must buy for around $50… Expand
  7. X-Facto
    Feb 23, 2015
    9
    This game is just freaking awesome! So many upgrades and too much power :D. This was my first Infamous game so now I really want to try out inFamous 1 & 2. Love it! If you have a PS4 get this!!
  8. ChalsisVeritas
    Feb 23, 2015
    10
    Visually, inFamous: SS is simply gorgeous! Game-play wise, it also packs a punch. Overall, this delivers on a true Next-Gen or may I say Current-Gen experience. Simply put, if you're a PS4 owner, getting this is highly recommended..
  9. Yahdaree
    Feb 21, 2015
    9
    What a great game! The story was not the greatest but the game plays so smooth. The city of Seattle looks so beautiful as an open world by Sucker Punch.
  10. Abdulbaqr
    Feb 17, 2015
    10
    This game was so good that I played through it three times on various difficulties so that I could get all the trophies, and I don't usually go for the platinum. Controls are intuitive, the powers that you get are just incredible, and I liked that there were moral choices to make as well. Definitely get this game.
  11. Munkey
    Feb 15, 2015
    8
    If you're a fan of the infamous games you will injoy this one. New playerss will find it more difficult but after a while you should get a hang of it.
    Graphic and the open world part of the game are it's strongest parts. One of the best looking games on tne PS4. Seattle looks amazing and grim at time. The sun and light effects are stunning. Game is a great looker.
    Story isn't anything    If you're a fan of the infamous games you will injoy this one. New playerss will find it more difficult but after a while you should get a hang of it.
    Graphic and the open world part of the game are it's strongest parts. One of the best looking games on tne PS4. Seattle looks amazing and grim at time. The sun and light effects are stunning. Game is a great looker.
    Story isn't anything new but it's good enough. I liked the more goofy stuf that the first infamous did. Second son is more serious. The moral/karma aspect of the game is ok. Would like some more choice or choicr that makes more impact.
    Combat is fast and responsive with a good mix of powers and upgrades. As always you have karma specific powers and appearance like in previous infamous games. There could have been a little more powers for my taste. Fights are interesting and bull rushing isn't the best way.
    Overall inFamous:Second Son is a good game with stunning graphics, responsive combat and a good story. If you liked the earlier games it's a 8 out of 10. If you're new to the series pick it up and try ;)    … Expand
  12. boy_number_8
    Feb 8, 2015
    7
    Is this game groundbreaking?...No. Is this game fun?.. Hell yeah.
    The game looks stunning and obviously a lot of time was spent creating a big and lovely environment. I wish a little more time was spent on the story. Im not saying all games have to be serious but for this game in particular i personally wish they took it a little more seriously, instead of the slap stick/ not very funny    Is this game groundbreaking?...No. Is this game fun?.. Hell yeah.
    The game looks stunning and obviously a lot of time was spent creating a big and lovely environment. I wish a little more time was spent on the story. Im not saying all games have to be serious but for this game in particular i personally wish they took it a little more seriously, instead of the slap stick/ not very funny humor they went with.
    My other negative is the Paragon and Renegade options. This isnt a game which allows you to choose both. You have to follow one or the other. While this does gain more replayablity, in the grand scheme of things he renegade option never seem to make any sense.

    But still, this game is still heaps of fun, a game you can spend hours with,without even knowing it. It also has the best use of the PS4 controller we have so far seen.    … Expand
  13. rodericrinehart
    Feb 7, 2015
    10
    I thoroughly enjoyed this game from start to finish. The graphics are stunning and the gameplay controls are tight. I found the story interesting and the pacing was well done. I'm giving this game a 10 despite the fact that I enjoyed the First Light DLC even more (which says a lot), and I also gave The Last of Us a 10 (but it deserves an 11).

    I'm hoping they do another DLC like First    I thoroughly enjoyed this game from start to finish. The graphics are stunning and the gameplay controls are tight. I found the story interesting and the pacing was well done. I'm giving this game a 10 despite the fact that I enjoyed the First Light DLC even more (which says a lot), and I also gave The Last of Us a 10 (but it deserves an 11).

    I'm hoping they do another DLC like First Light or have another Infamous for sometime in 2016. I freaking loved this game!    … Expand
  14. TSapper
    Feb 2, 2015
    6
    This was one of the few PS4 exclusives I was stoked for. Unfortunately it does not live up to expectations.
    Repetitive, super powers which aren't so super, story is not compelling. Graphics are pretty but it takes more than that to make a game work.
    I tried to like it but haven't even finished it yet as I just can't commit the hours to this. There are MANY other games worth your time.    This was one of the few PS4 exclusives I was stoked for. Unfortunately it does not live up to expectations.
    Repetitive, super powers which aren't so super, story is not compelling. Graphics are pretty but it takes more than that to make a game work.
    I tried to like it but haven't even finished it yet as I just can't commit the hours to this. There are MANY other games worth your time. Not worth $60 - get it when it hits $15 on sale.    … Expand
  15. lordsuarez
    Feb 2, 2015
    10
    Infamous Second Son is a must-buy for anyone, let alone Infamous fans. It excels in every area you want it to, making it a fantastic addition to Sony’s list of PlayStation 4 exclusives.
    + Large open world
    + Fantastic combat (great variety of powers)
    + Gorgeous graphics (LOOKS AMAZING)
    + Story missions
    + Presentation
    + Sound (great choice of soundtrack, sound of the city is very realistic)
  16. Tablettrongames
    Jan 27, 2015
    10
    Finally, a game that has relatable characters with good gameplay to go along with it. They out did themselves by making this a launch title. Worth the money, worth your time
  17. poklane
    Jan 27, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely a good game, but it also lacks in some departments. First of all, the story is simply too short, and you'll see the ending coming from far, far away. The 4 powers (Smoke, Neon, Video and Concrete) are very cool, when I got Video I was blown away that SuckerPunch managed to somehow turn that into a power. However, Concrete really isn't good enough. Also, the game really lacks in the post-story content. When you've all of it there's nothing to do besides the repeating D.U.P. raids. However, the voice acting is simply brilliant! Troy Baker did an outstanding job as Delsin, just like all other actors and their characters. Graphics are also brilliant for an open world game so early in the generation.… Expand
  18. Brendon6446
    Jan 25, 2015
    8
    Love game where they make you feel so powerful. This game is very much like infamous 1 and 2 but brings a new character, new setting, and new/more powers. The next gen graphics goes to the limit with this game and makes it feel just that much better.
  19. Rymac44
    Jan 20, 2015
    7
    For the most part, the game was good. The game looked really good and the gameplay was very fun with all the different powers. However, the story wasn't anything overly special, but definitely not bad. Also, I didn't really like too many characters. Overall, solid game.
  20. Darko84
    Jan 20, 2015
    8
    Infamous Second Son is a wonderful game in terms of game play and graphics.
    The new control lay out of PS4 offered something new in the game play dynamics and interaction.
    However the story is plain and did not offer something new to the franchise. Enemies are very limited and repetitive, you have a hard time to relate or attach to the characters. Positive things: + Next gen    Infamous Second Son is a wonderful game in terms of game play and graphics.
    The new control lay out of PS4 offered something new in the game play dynamics and interaction.
    However the story is plain and did not offer something new to the franchise.
    Enemies are very limited and repetitive, you have a hard time to relate or attach to the characters.

    Positive things:
    + Next gen graphics.
    + 100 % utilization of PS4 control lay out.
    + Smooth game play and a lot of super powers.

    Negative things:
    - Story is plain.
    - Enemies are very repetitive.    … Expand
  21. DrugsMeazureTim
    Jan 18, 2015
    9
    the first time i saw this game on the stores. i prefered to go with alien isolation. infamous second so was so much cheaper than alien isolation. despite i love alien isolation imma wait.

    when i got this game. i wasn't that excited. but then i opened the ps4 and played. in the begin i kinda didn't knew how to use with the controller good. but then i started to get it. and then i gone    the first time i saw this game on the stores. i prefered to go with alien isolation. infamous second so was so much cheaper than alien isolation. despite i love alien isolation imma wait.

    when i got this game. i wasn't that excited. but then i opened the ps4 and played. in the begin i kinda didn't knew how to use with the controller good. but then i started to get it. and then i gone into the world of this game. a world with breathtaking graphics that are the best looking on the ps4 non including remasters and remakes. the bio-terrorists powers are **** awesome ! i didn't wanted to stop playing it cuz of this. the game story is kinda interesting and full with details.

    first of. delsin is a **** badass. second. a bit of a negative review on 2 things. voice acting of delsin which is kinda feels lifeless and uninspired. and another problem in the game is the fact you couldn't cover. but the AI is so **** anooying sometimes and smart. that you don't need the cover system

    overall. infamous second son is my contender for now as the best ps4 exclusive. until we'll see uncharted 4 or bloodborne or the order 1886    … Expand
  22. HeyCruelWorld
    Jan 11, 2015
    4
    My score is for the visuals of the game, wich are nice. The game itself.. Well. I tried the first one, the second and this. I just can't like this, it's one of the worst games i played in 2014 together with WATCH_DOGS and Destiny.
  23. hiddenpheonix
    Jan 10, 2015
    0
    Obvious marketing plants rated this game.
    Can't skip the cutscenes in case you had any interesting in replaying the evil side
    can't skip the tutorial
    Many many logic holes in the plot
    story is meh and racial questionable with only two races are characters
  24. nicolas_scala27
    Jan 9, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this game is amazing the graphics are amazing story is even better they have really expanded the powers in the last 2 you only had electricity now you have so many more like neon, smoke concrete and video in the previous games it took forever to get around the city now it is so much quicker because of your powers I love how you can spray paint it is so cool they really took advantage of the touch pad it is a big city great for free roaming one of the best games I have ever played by far… Expand
  25. jedi5diah
    Jan 6, 2015
    5
    i really wonder why didn't this game hit the 60fps frame rate since its an exclusive. Seriously Gorgeous game and best at the point of release.

    i feel that any form of reboot of Cole's story is still gonna be better than the new guy (which i totally forgotten his name) a million times. He simply puts me off the entire game like the DMC reboot punk, why can't they realise what a    i really wonder why didn't this game hit the 60fps frame rate since its an exclusive. Seriously Gorgeous game and best at the point of release.

    i feel that any form of reboot of Cole's story is still gonna be better than the new guy (which i totally forgotten his name) a million times. He simply puts me off the entire game like the DMC reboot punk, why can't they realise what a franchise or series means? it needs to be continued no matter what as it lives or dies with the Protagonist! period!

    go play uncharted 4 with a "brand new drake" and see how well does it go...no Drake has to live as long as the series goes, he is UNCHARTED as COLE is freaking INFAMOUS!!! Cole even features in UMVC n Playstation All Stars! Play a mario game without mario? wake up idiots!

    After all the neon fades, everything just fall flat out boring, its a pain to complete this game, no identity, nothing, its a poorly tech demo.

    Playstation please stop destroying your priced franchises (Killzone, LBP etc)    … Expand
  26. crispycrunch15
    Jan 2, 2015
    9
    The story is truly a masterpiece and the graphics are beautiful while the gameplay is crisp and smooth. I say this is the best of the infamous series. The characters are remarkably amazing because of there characteristics and qualities that make them who they are. This game hit a home run and is and will also be one of the greatest games in my eyes
  27. Miuku
    Jan 1, 2015
    8
    Newcomers or old fans of the series should definitely get this. It may not be incredibly long experience; on my first play through with 100% completion, it took around 9 hours, but every moment was solid gold .

    Combat is more variable with additional & upgradable powers. It runs smoothly. Visuals are beautiful, especially when its night at the city with all city lights. Story is ok    Newcomers or old fans of the series should definitely get this. It may not be incredibly long experience; on my first play through with 100% completion, it took around 9 hours, but every moment was solid gold .

    Combat is more variable with additional & upgradable powers. It runs smoothly. Visuals are beautiful, especially when its night at the city with all city lights. Story is ok enough to keep you interested, but not as strong as it was in previous titles. I also felt that there were less karma choices in this game. But in this title it was nice change of fresh air, that the side missions had more variety, and were not your standard GTA-type missions. Game was well paced this way.

    I only encountered one bug on my play through, near the ending of the game, where on action prompt didn't appear when I arrived at mission destination. But killing the character/restarting mission fixed it, and didn't happen again.    … Expand
  28. MikefromAngus
    Dec 31, 2014
    7
    Great graphics! one of the best looking open world games out there, facial graphics are great as well. But as a game? its very forgettable. You play the game and you soon forget it the next day.
  29. chubacu
    Dec 30, 2014
    9
    Solid 9.

    One of my favorite games ever. One of the best soundtracks, stunning visuals and art. Very artmospheric. The whole stylistics is amazing! It has a good(not such Intrigue for me) but definitely good plot. Devs perfectly dilevered us the idea about how it could happen if some people had super-power. Very stylish and atmospheric game, Seattle is amazing. The game    Solid 9.

    One of my favorite games ever. One of the best soundtracks, stunning visuals and art. Very artmospheric.

    The whole stylistics is amazing!

    It has a good(not such Intrigue for me) but definitely good plot. Devs perfectly dilevered us the idea about how it could happen if some people had super-power.

    Very stylish and atmospheric game, Seattle is amazing.

    The game delivers perfect performance and stunning graphics, very detailed city. Game balance and AI are perfect. I played on hard and it was very funny meanwlile a bit challenging. AI isn't perfect, but not bad actually.

    Delsin is very nice hero, other characters either. Broken destinies of super-people such as Fetch, Gamer, Smoke-Guy.

    The gameplay is very funny, but there were not so much tips and hits as i'd loved to. Sometimes actually gameplay seems too monotonous. In the whole amount of superpowers they all give almost the same effect with minimal changes in gameplay and practical advantages between each other. I mean I loved that plenty of powers but, you know, the whole game I could complete with only smoke or neon, or video powers.

    It a little disappointed me.

    Game isn't 10 only because gameplay sometimes is very monotonous and I wish I could have a little bit more tricks, combos and tactics using different powers.    … Expand
  30. felasi
    Dec 28, 2014
    5
    This game is nicely designed. the different powers are unique and alot of fun to mess around with, especially the way you can use your poweres to traverse the world quickly and destroy your enemies.

    However, i found the combat very meh...yes your powers look awesome, but the enemies feel like ants (maybe thats the point). This game never really hit second gear for me and seemed very    This game is nicely designed. the different powers are unique and alot of fun to mess around with, especially the way you can use your poweres to traverse the world quickly and destroy your enemies.

    However, i found the combat very meh...yes your powers look awesome, but the enemies feel like ants (maybe thats the point). This game never really hit second gear for me and seemed very mediocre.

    The story feels somewhat disturbing, one moment your a punk kid spray painting things whom your cop brother is worried for. The next your killing people. This game never really got me hooked.    … Expand
  31. SunShineMaster
    Dec 28, 2014
    8
    Story:

    The Story of Infamous. Second Son starts pretty funny and Delsin Rowe is a cool and funny protagonist. But at the end it gets very emotional. You can decide if you want to play good or evil, but the good side fits better to Delsin. Moreover, it's always clear which way is the good and which the evil one. If you switch between them, you lose Karma Points (=EP). 8,5/10    Story:

    The Story of Infamous. Second Son starts pretty funny and Delsin Rowe is a cool and funny protagonist. But at the end it gets very emotional. You can decide if you want to play good or evil, but the good side fits better to Delsin. Moreover, it's always clear which way is the good and which the evil one. If you switch between them, you lose Karma Points (=EP).
    8,5/10

    Gameplay:
    The Gameplay is great. There are four different super powers. You really feel like a super hero or a super villain. There are also some sidequests, which are mostly very short, but entertaining.
    9/10

    Technic:
    The sound is great and the graphics and physics are amazing. This game shows the power of the PS4.
    10/10

    Overall:
    A great exclusive titel.
    8,5/10    … Expand
  32. lokezhao
    Dec 11, 2014
    8
    My first PS4 game. It has Good story, variable abilities and nice graphics. Easy to be addicted to finish all side missions to drag down the occupy percentages. You have morality choices to make to gain different abilities. It's worth the money.
  33. murdersto56
    Dec 11, 2014
    4
    Worst game in the series, it feels like it is set in an entirely different universe to the first 2, in every aspect. There is a massive step back in gameplay, you are given multiple boring super powers instead of 1 fleshed out/ good power. The game world is very boring and I often walk through streets with no NPCS or vehicles. But what really killed the game for me is the fact it isWorst game in the series, it feels like it is set in an entirely different universe to the first 2, in every aspect. There is a massive step back in gameplay, you are given multiple boring super powers instead of 1 fleshed out/ good power. The game world is very boring and I often walk through streets with no NPCS or vehicles. But what really killed the game for me is the fact it is boring, repetative and has none of the qualities of previous games in the series. The game just feels really dead in comparison to the last 2, no returning characters, no interesting quests, a boring/short main story, the list goes on. I will give the game credit for its impressive graphics and sound/music. Even though the graphics are realistic , they are very grey and have no colour, in the end they make the game look very dark and depressing.… Expand
  34. juancmontoya2
    Dec 10, 2014
    9
    This game is excellent. I waited until it came out to grab a Ps4 and it certainly didn't disappoint. The only reason that it's a 9 is the story wasn't as good as the original InFamous and the amount of blast shards and audio logs was rather small. However the game as a whole is loads of fun with replayability to play as both good and bad.
  35. BobbyD92
    Dec 8, 2014
    9
    Its awesome from the start to finish and in my opinion its the best of the infamous series I just wish their was more to do after you complete the story and the side missions like maybe from time to time a conduit could pop in to challenge you
  36. ColorOfGrey
    Dec 5, 2014
    9
    First things first, this game is a blast. It's simply fun in a way that reminds me of how the simplest games twenty-five years ago could lock me in for hours at a time and how death never felt disappointing.

    The story, however, isn't fleshed out. It's hard for me to ignore that it feels like they were working with a good story that just didn't get implemented perfectly into the core    First things first, this game is a blast. It's simply fun in a way that reminds me of how the simplest games twenty-five years ago could lock me in for hours at a time and how death never felt disappointing.

    The story, however, isn't fleshed out. It's hard for me to ignore that it feels like they were working with a good story that just didn't get implemented perfectly into the core gameplay.

    For what it's worth though, that's pretty much what the first two InFamous games were like. They were both fun, graphically spectacular, but the story was serviceable at best. This is no RPG. It's an action game and the story is a relative weakness, if not a moot point throughout much of the experience. It's a way to have some kind of purpose, however unreasonable or illogical, to get you from action A to action B.

    It's the action that locks me in to all of the inFamous games and this one blew me away. The bigger the action, the better the graphics generally have to be. Second Sun shines on the PS4. It's gorgeous. The weather and particle effects show off the power of the PS4 in a way none of my other games do. Often it runs above 30FPS, making climing and exploring the city dolphin smooth.

    I was hesitant to buy the game until it was on sale for $20. Now I'd pay full price for it. The inFamous series has always felt like one of the most under-exposed game franchises ever. I don't know but one person who has played any of them. If you enjoyed any of the other inFamous games, Second Son is a no brainer. It's a must-have for anyone who enjoyed the other games enough to complete them. It's intuitive, glitch-free (for me, absolutely), beautiful, exciting, and best of all, fun.    … Expand
  37. smirnoxo
    Dec 5, 2014
    6
    The most stupid story in a game BUT the game has a fun and addictive gameplay, also the graphics are superb, the open world is vibrant and lively. one of the best game for the PS4 to date and a must-have too.
  38. cheeseberger11
    Dec 4, 2014
    9
    The Infamous series is great they always get better. The combat was great, awesome AI, controls worked great considering how many there were. The characters were fantastic, they were well-developed and seemed like normal people. The game always seemed to stay fresh with a great skill tree. Seattle was absolutely gorgeous and everything in it seemed very lively. Overall great game becauseThe Infamous series is great they always get better. The combat was great, awesome AI, controls worked great considering how many there were. The characters were fantastic, they were well-developed and seemed like normal people. The game always seemed to stay fresh with a great skill tree. Seattle was absolutely gorgeous and everything in it seemed very lively. Overall great game because Sucker Punch doesn't resell the same ideas over and over again.… Expand
  39. Rarewarefan64
    Dec 3, 2014
    9
    A beautiful game with fun combat! The game though does have post content issues as after a few times, it is somewhat boring, but really seems like the only problem. Mostly strong gameplay, fantastic graphics, good voice actors and even sound all creates an enjoyable single player experience.
  40. foxviewchannel
    Dec 1, 2014
    7
    PlayStation 4 exclusive Infamous: Second Son is a super hero open world adventure game and is the 3rd instalment for the Infamous series. The story takes place 7 years after the events of the second game. Things are worse now and a new organization called the DUP lead by villain Brook Augustine capture and imprison all individuals with super powers called conduits labelled as bioterroristPlayStation 4 exclusive Infamous: Second Son is a super hero open world adventure game and is the 3rd instalment for the Infamous series. The story takes place 7 years after the events of the second game. Things are worse now and a new organization called the DUP lead by villain Brook Augustine capture and imprison all individuals with super powers called conduits labelled as bioterrorist and do experiments on them.

    After a truck carrying 3 conduits crashes, two of them escape while the third comes into contact with Delson Rowe, the main character of the game who is a graffiti artist and a Native American. Delson learns that he is also a conduit that can absorb power from other conduits.

    His main mission, with the help of his brother who is a police officer is to go to Seattle, to the main headquarters and absorb Augustine’s powers to save the tribe from dying after she used her powers on them.

    The world of infamous: Second Son is visually impressive. This time, you will be exploring with new powers. Unlike before, you will get the powers by absorbing what is closest to you. This new system adds to the diversity in the gameplay as you will have to adapt quickly to the changes while battling. Smoke power is gained by absorbing chimneys and flaming fire. Neon Powers from neon signs and video from television. Each power can be upgraded by collecting shards scattered around the map creating even bigger powers which is a lot of fun. The city of Seattle has a lot of small nice details; however, the enemies aren’t varied and sadly, there weren’t enough boss battles.

    The main campaign is around 12-13 hours and the side missions get repetitive after a while with little to no difference in the difficulty. The mortality system is back and very straight forward. You can be either good or bad and nothing in between. Even though the morality system plays well with the story, the choices this time around have no real impact. The game would have had a more meaning full connection with the player if the obvious red and blue color were removed and more options were added to create some tensions while choosing, leading to surprises instead of it being clear what you will play as from the very beginning.

    I found the characters in this game to be enjoyable especially the main villain, Brooke Augustine who plays brilliantly adding to the overall suspense. Infamous: Second Son is a good game but it could have been better, let’s hope a sequel can fix some issues and let the game reach its true potential. The story wasn’t memorable and the morality system was weak; however, the action and fun gameplay make up for this and creates an overall enjoyable game.    … Expand
  41. SpawnCap
    Nov 26, 2014
    10
    Ok, just now getting my PS4 I can finally play Infamous Second Son. I really love the first two infamous game, with #2 being my favorite with the custom missions being able to be made. ISS is a great addition to the series, enjoy the gameplay and the graphics are just incredible. If this one had the custom missions in it like Infamous 2 it would be my very favorite, but without them itOk, just now getting my PS4 I can finally play Infamous Second Son. I really love the first two infamous game, with #2 being my favorite with the custom missions being able to be made. ISS is a great addition to the series, enjoy the gameplay and the graphics are just incredible. If this one had the custom missions in it like Infamous 2 it would be my very favorite, but without them it is a tie when it comes to which is my favorite. Awesome open world gameplay, can't wait till they make a fourth Infamous.… Expand
  42. PPaul27
    Nov 25, 2014
    7
    Infamous second raggiunge l'obbiettivo: grafica next-gen, realizzazione cinematografica, gameplay vario e coinvolgente ma anche i difetti sono evidenti. Se i cali di frame sono tollerabili perché molto rari i fenomeni di freezing sono molto frequenti e talvolta fastidiosi. Le prestazioni di inFamous: second son sono simili a quelle di un Pc di fascia media e sono molto lontane da quelleInfamous second raggiunge l'obbiettivo: grafica next-gen, realizzazione cinematografica, gameplay vario e coinvolgente ma anche i difetti sono evidenti. Se i cali di frame sono tollerabili perché molto rari i fenomeni di freezing sono molto frequenti e talvolta fastidiosi. Le prestazioni di inFamous: second son sono simili a quelle di un Pc di fascia media e sono molto lontane da quelle stabili e solide di una console. Seattle è stupenda vista in foto ma un po' meno quando si passa all'azione. In ogni caso è un titolo da provare anche se difficilmente rimarrà impresso o verrà rigiocato una volta finito..… Expand
  43. Red-Opposom-098
    Nov 21, 2014
    10
    Well all I can say is this really, really enjoyed this game. The characters are good. The story was fun and challenging. Also there is a ton of replay value with doing multiple karma choices. All in all my game of the year and a really fun game.
  44. kateuptonlover
    Nov 18, 2014
    8
    This inFamous game shows off the pro's and the con's of all video games. It wasn't as good as I expected it to be but still held on the the fun ride that the earlier games started.
  45. RealMuthaF
    Nov 18, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've finally got myself a PS4 and inFamous Second Son is obviously my first game on the new console, as I'm a fan of the series since the first installment. Since I'm a bit late for the party, I'll keep it to the point, in the pros-cons style.
    Strengths:
    - Graphics. They're awesome, the console generation leap is noticeable here.
    - Brothers. The only well-written aspect of the plot, Delsin and Reggie are kinda relatable and I could empathize with them.
    - Powers. They're original (really, there's no other game where you can control neon, or video, or concrete) and deadly and mostly useful, although lack of a simple grenade is a bit disappointing.
    Weaknesses:
    - Plot. The characters are mostly poorly written with little development. (For instance, you fight Fetch in one mission, BAM you're best friends in the next one, and BAM you bang her in the third one. Well, that was fast.) I hated Eugene in particular, he's a super-stereotyped nerd whom I hated and his boss fight was the worst designed one, all those angels and **** ugh.
    - Pacing. The storyline is very short and Seattle isn't very big, it took me around 16 hours to complete the game with ALL of the side missions, 100%. Besides, the last power, concrete, is given to you only in the last story mission, so you can't really use it anywhere but in clearing out the few remaining districts.
    - Karma. As before, here you don't get to choose between good and evil during your playthrough, but BEFORE it, as opposite karma-based missions are actually locked out this time. So even though I, whilst playing hero, was really mad at Augustine, I just couldn't choose the option to kill her. I'll do an infamous playthrough for that, of course, but still.
    - Continuation. Or the lack of it. I mean, there is little to no connection to the events of the first two parts, except for some lame paid DLC, this is ridiculous. As a fan of the series, I'm disappointed.
    To sum up, SS mostly keeps up with its predecessors, the gameplay and graphics are stellar, but the plot and pacing have their issues. Not a system-seller, but definitely should be on your list when you've got the PS4.    … Expand
  46. ZackTheGamer
    Nov 16, 2014
    8
    This is the game I bought my PS4 for and I was not disappointed. The story is great, the graphics are very impressive, 1080p and a steady 60 frames per second. There were a couple things I did find disappointing though. Compared to Infamous 1 and 2 there are not as many powers at your disposal, only 3 different powers throughout the whole game. Also the game is incredibly short, easilyThis is the game I bought my PS4 for and I was not disappointed. The story is great, the graphics are very impressive, 1080p and a steady 60 frames per second. There were a couple things I did find disappointing though. Compared to Infamous 1 and 2 there are not as many powers at your disposal, only 3 different powers throughout the whole game. Also the game is incredibly short, easily beatable in a day if you play for long periods of time. Overall a good game, but not the best game I have ever played.… Expand
  47. zombification93
    Nov 15, 2014
    9
    inFamous Second Son is an absolute beaut to play. Never had so much fun playing a game before, the graphics are incredible and the colours are amazing. Great story, interesting characters, all out action and smooth gameplay. I definitely recommend buying this game, you wont be dissapointed.
  48. DeepDarkRex
    Nov 14, 2014
    10
    Thi is an excellent action game this has a good history which can change brutally the final if you are good or bad totaly re-playable which use every dualshock fuctions the only bad is this doesn't has online mode. TOTALLY RECOMENDED
  49. AndyPatterson96
    Nov 14, 2014
    4
    A terrible storyline punctuated with annoying characters and infuriatingly bland and repetitive gameplay make Infamous Second Son one of the worst and most dull sandbox games I've played in a long time. This is not a good launch title by any means and a massive step down in the series.
  50. mmcurran33
    Nov 12, 2014
    10
    Great story and gameplay. I love how it is an open world game. The graphics are amazing and they did a great job with Seattle. I wish there was more DLC at this point.
  51. ugursaral
    Nov 12, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. That's amazing graphics and music. Maybe this game the best games of year. I think the first game on the console attention this year. Besides, both beautiful and sexy game. (need to take dick licking mouth). I don't understand what I'm saying because I drool, sorry. I need a girlfriend, alright never mind fellas. This is the most loved and played this year.… Expand
  52. metamegaman
    Nov 8, 2014
    8
    a solid good game. very fun and definitely worth the price. great parkour mechanics and diverse powers throught the story make this game really fun. especially when me and a mate play through the campaign together with pizza
  53. StrippuhGenes
    Nov 4, 2014
    10
    Beautiful game. Beautiful graphics. Beautiful game play. Beautiful amount of extras. Beautiful story that is personal to the protagonist more than anything else. Just beautiful. It was the fourth game I bought for the PS4 after Battlefield 4, Destiny, and KILLZONE and it is the one I have played the most and enjoyed thoroughly. It is a must have for anyone with a PS4.
  54. EOD_x_strang
    Nov 3, 2014
    6
    So when i first played this, it was back in the summer. Late summer, I believe. I was eagerly anticipating the stand alone game coming out. I won't lie, I felt like I wasted my money. Second son is interesting, and I eagerly awaited for that hook to suck me in. But it never came. The visuals, audio and mechanics were all pretty solid. The mechanics worked but I felt disconnected at times.So when i first played this, it was back in the summer. Late summer, I believe. I was eagerly anticipating the stand alone game coming out. I won't lie, I felt like I wasted my money. Second son is interesting, and I eagerly awaited for that hook to suck me in. But it never came. The visuals, audio and mechanics were all pretty solid. The mechanics worked but I felt disconnected at times. Second son is not a game for everyone, but will add to the infamous fan boys/girls admiration of the series.… Expand
  55. LooTheLou
    Nov 3, 2014
    8
    The gameplay in this game is one of a kind, the story is pretty good, characters feel alive, the graphics are outstanding. The combat never gets boring, AI is pretty good, and the karma mechanic is cool. If you own a PS4, get this game.
  56. purejd
    Nov 2, 2014
    9
    This game is amazing from beginning to finish. The length of the story if perfect and the characters are likeable. A lot of people are complaining they dont like the main character but I honestly cant see what wrong with him hes funny and awesome when playing with evil karma. Awesome game to platinum.
  57. BionicSammich
    Oct 29, 2014
    9
    The game is brilliant. Graphics are great, gameplay is great and the story is pretty good. Gameplay is really fun. Its a nice break from traditional generic FPS game, although I do like those. My only gripe was that it wasn't long enough. I could just keep playing and playing and playing. It may have been 10 times longer than say a CoD campaign, but it was so good that I just wanted more.
  58. King_of_Nothing
    Oct 29, 2014
    6
    The game is more like a tech demo than anything else. The story is uninteresting, the main character is a typical edgy hipster non-conformist type (I guess that's cool these days). The game play is uninteresting and world is lifeless. Moving along
  59. dalegribble
    Oct 28, 2014
    0
    Worst game of the who series.... i dont really know what they were trying to do here to make it seem cool with this hipster trash but i was really mad with this game. not fun at all
  60. kujaligula
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    A rich, full of magic and movement, fantastic powers and mournful mucndo dark environments, you always want to see what else follows,It is a fantastic world filled where you can decide what to do and where to go, missions.
  61. DrZomboid
    Oct 22, 2014
    8
    Graphics are amazing and its open world, wow.
    New powers are bingo, story is bad and the fight is kinda boring.
    Much better than Infamous 2 but I would like to be able to drive a car and swim
  62. MiseryPS4
    Oct 20, 2014
    10
    Better to start with the fact that I was never a fan and generally the man who would go through any part of a series of inFamous. I played the demo for the ps3, and the game never managed to catch me. When I decided to still go through the Second Son for the next generation, I was initially quite skeptical tuned to the game. But what? Another InFamous but on ps4. Oh how I was wrong, andBetter to start with the fact that I was never a fan and generally the man who would go through any part of a series of inFamous. I played the demo for the ps3, and the game never managed to catch me. When I decided to still go through the Second Son for the next generation, I was initially quite skeptical tuned to the game. But what? Another InFamous but on ps4. Oh how I was wrong, and I'm glad I decided to test myself on this wrong. Firstly, the open world of the game is made of course not perfect, but very good. Run / jump and fly over it really brings aesthetic pleasure. A sort of a mixture of GTA, Prototype, past InFamous games and something else, which together made ​​the city great. Secondly, it is the main character. How I got tired of images "bald" Rambo in each game. Huge, with big muscles, a kind of carbon paper with different hairstyles in all games. Delsin Rowe - this is absolutely the first protagonist in games of this genre, which is awesome. It's actually a young man, I believe the developers that he is really a man who surprised that he can do some strange things! Well, finally, thirdly, the ending of this game is completely chopped me to pieces in the best sense of the word. I realized what influenced my choice "to be a hero" and what would be if I chose to be a "goat." I realized by design, and when we went to "titles" under the cover of Nirvana I was just 2-3 minutes without moving. Bottom line: the best of all InFamous definitely one of the best open world games, great ending. Of the minuses I note the lack of desire to play in the "Free-Roam", well, the logical end of the game there are enough already. And minus for me was the fact that at certain moments of the game, in some chapters, I briefly start dropping off, total the game has little trouble keeping the audience in suspense. Great action, do not pass by. Ranked # 8 of 10.… Expand
  63. MiseryBY
    Oct 13, 2014
    8
    Начать лучше с того, что я никогда не являлся поклонником, ценителем да и вообще человеком, который бы прошел какую-нибудь часть из серии inFamous. Я играл в демоверсии на прошлом поколении, и игре никогда не удалось зацепить меня просто ничем. Когда я решился таки пройти Второго Сына на новом поколении, я изначально был настроен довольно скептически к игре. Ну а что? Очередной инфеймос,Начать лучше с того, что я никогда не являлся поклонником, ценителем да и вообще человеком, который бы прошел какую-нибудь часть из серии inFamous. Я играл в демоверсии на прошлом поколении, и игре никогда не удалось зацепить меня просто ничем. Когда я решился таки пройти Второго Сына на новом поколении, я изначально был настроен довольно скептически к игре. Ну а что? Очередной инфеймос, только некстгеновый. Ох как же я был не прав, и я рад, что решился проверить себя на эту неправоту. Во-первых, открытый мир в игре сделан конечно не идеально, но очень хорошо. Бегать/прыгать и летать по нему действительно приносит эстетическое удовольствие. Этакая смесь ГТА, Прототипа, прошлых инфеймосов и чего-то ещё, что вместе сделало город отличным. Во-вторых, это главный герой. Как же я устал от образов "лысых" рэмбо в каждой игре. Огромных, с большими мускулами, этакие копирки с разными причёсками во всех играх. Делсин Роу - это абсолютно первый главный герой в играх такого жанра, который стал мне действительно симпатичен. Это на самом деле молодой парень, я верю разработчикам, что он действительно человек, который удивлён тому, что он умеет! Ну, и наконец в-третьих, концовка этой игры полностью порубила меня на части в хорошем смысле этого слова. Я понял, на что повлиял мой выбор "быть героем" и что было бы если бы я выбрал быть "козлом". Я понял замысел разработчиков, и когда пошли "титры" под кавер на песню Нирваны я сидел минут 2-3 просто без движений. Итог: лучшая из всех Инфеймосов однозначно, одна из лучших игр с открытым миром, замечательная концовка. Из минусов отмечу отсутствие желания играть во "фри-роам", ну логический конец игре есть, хватит уже. И минусом для меня явилось то, что в некоторые моменты игры, в некоторых главах, я ненадолго дропал игру, итого у игры есть небольшие проблемы с удержанием аудитории в напряжении. Отличный экшен, не проходите мимо. Оценка 8 из 10.… Expand
  64. Tharduz
    Oct 12, 2014
    8
    This is a really fun game, the gameplay is really entertaining and agile, this is a game that is also replayable and the graphics are amazing. nice game overall
  65. duffmanth
    Oct 12, 2014
    8
    Infamous Second Son is easily one of the top 2 or 3 games for the PS4. It follows closely with it's predecessors, with similar gameplay, powers, an open world setting, and side missions. The only real new things are a new character with new powers, and a new storyline. The graphics are great looking, with virtually no slowdown or glitches. The storyline missions are varied enough soInfamous Second Son is easily one of the top 2 or 3 games for the PS4. It follows closely with it's predecessors, with similar gameplay, powers, an open world setting, and side missions. The only real new things are a new character with new powers, and a new storyline. The graphics are great looking, with virtually no slowdown or glitches. The storyline missions are varied enough so they don't feel repetitive, the side missions not so much. A few of the boss fights can get quite frustrating, but challenging at the same time. The game is quite lengthy to, so you get your $$ worth. A solid 8/10.… Expand
  66. MeredithGamer
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    awesome game, the city is un-believe, but just in design and graphics, a really next gen game, really cool powers, nice story, delsin is great character, mission repetitive but really fun if you use all your power and do the gameplay variable, is just like DMC, if you dont how combine your skills and combos the game is boring, but if you combine all the powers of delsin in a fun way, theawesome game, the city is un-believe, but just in design and graphics, a really next gen game, really cool powers, nice story, delsin is great character, mission repetitive but really fun if you use all your power and do the gameplay variable, is just like DMC, if you dont how combine your skills and combos the game is boring, but if you combine all the powers of delsin in a fun way, the game is really fun.… Expand
  67. ToFewViews
    Oct 2, 2014
    7
    Second Sun is the third game in the Infamous series and is a PlayStation exclusive. This gives this game some big shoes to fill, and it does an OK job at doing it. This game doesn't really tie in with the first two but it still keeps the same feel of struggle within the city that the other two do. As an open world adventure game Infamous does that right, It feel flat in the combat. CombatSecond Sun is the third game in the Infamous series and is a PlayStation exclusive. This gives this game some big shoes to fill, and it does an OK job at doing it. This game doesn't really tie in with the first two but it still keeps the same feel of struggle within the city that the other two do. As an open world adventure game Infamous does that right, It feel flat in the combat. Combat is fun and after you unlock the later abilities It gets better, but it always feels like your mashing square and abusing the over powered abilities. The world is full of things to do like spray paint walls,attack/save protesters and destroy government equipment. The story does a alright job at keeping you interested but just like the combat, it feels like it just isn't enough. For this game being a Sony exclusive I expected more from it, but it's still a good rental when your looking for a reason to turn on your PS4.… Expand
  68. Carlitoxic
    Oct 2, 2014
    8
    This is the great first Playstation 4 game with hard graphics. Very beautiful visuals with really spectacular moments, interesting storyline and very enjoining and great sensation of freedom. I like it so much.
  69. IntelgentGamer
    Oct 2, 2014
    10
    BUY THIS GAME PEOPLE!!! One of the best games on PS4 and a must buy! If you have any spare money or any spare time; buy this game. Great graphics and great fun gaming, a PS4 exclusive and an amazing one at that.
  70. ShortReviews
    Oct 1, 2014
    8
    Beyond the visual experience, Infamous Second Son, offers interesting and likable characters that makes for an enjoyable gaming experience. Sucker Punch also did a great job at building up a Villain. After completing 2 playthroughs the game may become boring and repetitive. Worth a buy.
  71. Kyle2086
    Oct 1, 2014
    9
    I have to say I'm not a huge fan of superhero games, but Infamous gives you enough variety to keep it interesting from start to finish. The pacing is superb, the open world city is well designed, combat is fluid and polished, and the story is solid. I have to say while I find myself often satisfied by this game it's more rare to impress, and after you've beaten it, the end game doesn'tI have to say I'm not a huge fan of superhero games, but Infamous gives you enough variety to keep it interesting from start to finish. The pacing is superb, the open world city is well designed, combat is fluid and polished, and the story is solid. I have to say while I find myself often satisfied by this game it's more rare to impress, and after you've beaten it, the end game doesn't leave much to stick around for, however it's worth the price of admission, as it is very entertaining. If you recently picked up a ps4, you can probably pick this game up at a discount, which makes it more appealing, all in all it's a strong launch title that's held up well for the console's first year, do yourself a favor and pick it up.… Expand
  72. ForeverFalling
    Oct 1, 2014
    8
    It is extremely fun to play because of the awesome powers and the graphics are really gorgeous. But some of the repetitive missions, activities and the lacklustre story, do hold it back a bit. Worth checking out though.
  73. DoUEvnLft
    Sep 30, 2014
    7
    It's definitely not all that I was expecting, but inFamous: Second Son is still a very fun game with great characters, impressive visuals and a well-written story, complimented by some amazing voice acting.
  74. ps4misery
    Sep 24, 2014
    9
    Yes! Second Son is one of the best games i ever played in my life. I like all about this game. The best exclusive for now. I hope we can see something about InFamous in future.
  75. fabiolfpinto
    Sep 21, 2014
    9
    Ahhh, uau, I mean uau, this is the first Infamous game I have played on Next Gen and uau again. Being my first PS4 exclusive my expectations were very high and Second Son is amazing. I was not expecting the emotional content that it had in a certain part of the game, and everyone knows which part I'm referring to, but the game feels so good. The graphics are awesome, this is a realAhhh, uau, I mean uau, this is the first Infamous game I have played on Next Gen and uau again. Being my first PS4 exclusive my expectations were very high and Second Son is amazing. I was not expecting the emotional content that it had in a certain part of the game, and everyone knows which part I'm referring to, but the game feels so good. The graphics are awesome, this is a real Next-Gen game and it feels like it.
    Troy Baker, of course does an amazing job, as usually, and the voice acting in general is very good, the gameplay is very good too, and the story I think is the weakest link here, but its still very awesome. Everyone who has a PS4 has to play this game. 9/10    … Expand
  76. Mosh603
    Sep 18, 2014
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. PROS: Graphics and scenery are beautiful. That is basically it.

    CONS: First off, the man character is corny and lame. He comes off as too giddy and fearless. The character development sucks. The storyline was so incredibly shallow, it was surprising. It was easy to see from a mile away that the Policeman brother will die. The powers were all cookie cutter. Each power had a rapid fire mode, an ammo-based power attack, and a super blast charge-up power. Also, the storyline was predictable and repetitive.

    Overall, very glad I borrowed this game from a friend and did not buy it.    … Expand
  77. DeakenBlack
    Sep 16, 2014
    7
    This is a very good early generation release. The controls are very tight, and the power are all fun, and the graphics are outstanding. The game however is a little short, and the character isn't very likable and the good or evil play through. And a lot of the side stuff is repetitive. Really worth checking out though.
    Graphics 9/10 (those dead eyes)
    Game play 10/10 Story 6/10 Sound    This is a very good early generation release. The controls are very tight, and the power are all fun, and the graphics are outstanding. The game however is a little short, and the character isn't very likable and the good or evil play through. And a lot of the side stuff is repetitive. Really worth checking out though.
    Graphics 9/10 (those dead eyes)
    Game play 10/10
    Story 6/10
    Sound 7/10
    Replay Value 4/10 (very easy to 100% in 20-25 hours and there's nothing to do after)    … Expand
  78. Shonsu
    Sep 16, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Infamous: Second Son. Great game, with a few minor problems.
    Some spoilers within.
    Ok, so this isn't really a "review" exactly, more like "good news, bad news"

    First the good. Graphics are, of course, amazing. Especially Neon powers. Absolutely gorgeous.
    I've heard complaints about the story, characters, and plot. Honestly, yes it's not perfect, but no game is. I really connected with Delsin and got into his head.
    The powers.... oh man the powers are, to use Delsin's words, The powers are awesome! Love them.
    And the destruction is fantastic. I love going around and tearing down what the D.U.P. has put up.
    The city... again I've heard complaints that it didn't feel alive. I can't understand that though, I love how the city interacts with you. How the citizens will stop and take pictures of out of the ordinary things. How they'll run away when things happen. And other such things. Felt really alive to me.

    Ok, the downsides....
    First... too damn short. More a nitpick than a complaint, but it really was too short.
    The powers.... while they were really awesome, seriously awesome. I was/am disappointed that you couldn't switch powers on the fly. I also would've liked a bit more variability in the powers.
    and the biggest "complaint"
    The last power you get, concrete, isn't fully fleshed out. I know it's basically a post game power, but they still should've filled in the last slots anyway.    … Expand
  79. senorcarbone
    Sep 15, 2014
    8
    I found the gameplay and abilities pretty interesting and the graphics pretty well made and optimised for ps4. No significant framerate issues and pretty nice art. The only downside was the dull story and the repetitive pace of the game, unlocking areas, clearing them out, progressing the story and repeat.
  80. TheMorbidMole
    Sep 13, 2014
    6
    Fun while it lasts but has an extremely low replay value. Also combat is overly reliant on projectile attacks, and its one of those games where you will find yourself being knocked down every 5 seconds (like force unleashed)
  81. Matodox
    Sep 13, 2014
    8
    InFamous: Second Son is a great game. There's a good selection of powers to use and upgrade, and exploring the city never feels tiring at all because you can do it both parkour style and use your newfound powers to get about more quickly and easily. Helping, or killing citizens, be good or be bad, that's what i love about the InFamous games, and this one takes it up the next level. TheInFamous: Second Son is a great game. There's a good selection of powers to use and upgrade, and exploring the city never feels tiring at all because you can do it both parkour style and use your newfound powers to get about more quickly and easily. Helping, or killing citizens, be good or be bad, that's what i love about the InFamous games, and this one takes it up the next level. The story's pretty decent, nothing special by any means. What i love second most about this game is the character portraits. Delsin Rowe is 10 times more likable than Cole ever was in the previous games. He's funny, and absolutely LOVES having superpowers and that's what's so cool about him, and i don't blame him when playing the game. All of the characters from his brother Reggie and the three conduits: Hank, Fetch and Eugene. You genuinely care for them, because they're so round and unique. Even Augustine the main villain, is one my favorite video game villains of all time. There's just something about her, that makes you feel she could really be some government evil military super **** like in the movies. The voice acting and her appearance all the way from her face and hair to the trench coat and boots, she's really believable and i think SuckerPunch really made an effort with her and all of the characters not to make them forgettable like most others from the previous titles. The boss battles are also super cool, especially the last one is epic. The only downside to this game is how short it is. You're definitely gonna see the end credits roll sooner than you'd like. There's not much to do outside of the main story either. There's only five side quests in total in each of the districts and that includes the district showdowns. There are a lot of drones and people to interact with to get your karma meter filling but it's too easy and too soon you've unlocked all of your powers and districts. Even if you play the game twice as both evil and good, it's just not enough to justify the length. I really hope that Delsin Rowe will return in the sequel, i really dig him. And it would just feel too boring and degrading to just have only one superpower again when you can have four in this one. Also in the next one, there's got to be more to do both the main missions and the side ones and more to do in the world and it should be a larger map.… Expand
  82. kyPRIME
    Sep 13, 2014
    10
    Infamous Second Son is the third installment in the Infamous franchise with mew lead character, new powers, new locations but the same univers, the history of the previous games is intact in this one. Now:
    1)Story: the story very simple and unoriginal, Delsin goes to save his family trough any means from the danger of a government anti Bio-Terrorists (a.k.a. Conduits) group lead by a    Infamous Second Son is the third installment in the Infamous franchise with mew lead character, new powers, new locations but the same univers, the history of the previous games is intact in this one. Now:
    1)Story: the story very simple and unoriginal, Delsin goes to save his family trough any means from the danger of a government anti Bio-Terrorists (a.k.a. Conduits) group lead by a ...Conduit. Don't misunderstand it, it's a good and fun story, it's just nothing new. And that it's not necessary a bad thing.
    2)The gameplay is very entertaining, even with the very limited number of powers you can have.
    3)The graphics of this game are setting a new level on ps4, truly a next-gen game.    … Expand
  83. TheLastofElves
    Sep 10, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. inFamous Second Son is by far the best PS4 title out right now! The visuals are beautiful and the acting of protagonist Delsin Rowe, starred by Troy Baker is great! I played through the game first time, as a goody two shoes and the story was great. The second play though I played as a bad *** and the story was definitely better and more fun as an evil character. The acting, to the powers was just way more entertaining. The only downfall of the game is, it feels very short and I was begging for more. The length of the game is still worthy of a 10.… Expand
  84. Artur95
    Sep 10, 2014
    8
    First time playing inFamous. It is a good game. Great graphics, music, gameplay with creative powers and an "ok" story. Story is not bad, it's average, but it missed some of emotions with the characters, more expressions by taking advantages with the facial graphics. After finishing the story mode there is not much to do on free roaming unless you didn't recollected everything during storyFirst time playing inFamous. It is a good game. Great graphics, music, gameplay with creative powers and an "ok" story. Story is not bad, it's average, but it missed some of emotions with the characters, more expressions by taking advantages with the facial graphics. After finishing the story mode there is not much to do on free roaming unless you didn't recollected everything during story mode, but anyways it will be the same stuff over and over… Expand
  85. loganwilcox
    Sep 10, 2014
    8
    Very good game and I for someone who hadn't play the other infamous games this was something new to me. I really liked the story and I liked how they actually made a non white male in his 30's as the main protagonist which is really nice. The only thing I really didn't like was how repetitive it can take back Seattle and the game seemed a little to short but other than that I though it wasVery good game and I for someone who hadn't play the other infamous games this was something new to me. I really liked the story and I liked how they actually made a non white male in his 30's as the main protagonist which is really nice. The only thing I really didn't like was how repetitive it can take back Seattle and the game seemed a little to short but other than that I though it was a very good game and I recommend this game to anyone who owns a PS4… Expand
  86. Hobojo153
    Sep 10, 2014
    7
    Infamous Second Son is the third installment in the infamous series, however this game seems to be the start of the new storyline in the series. Previous main character Cole Macgrath is gone however if, like me you got the limited edition you can a small dlc which is meant to be the bridge for the two games and when you complete it you get his jacket to wear.
    Gameplay is a little bit    Infamous Second Son is the third installment in the infamous series, however this game seems to be the start of the new storyline in the series. Previous main character Cole Macgrath is gone however if, like me you got the limited edition you can a small dlc which is meant to be the bridge for the two games and when you complete it you get his jacket to wear.
    Gameplay is a little bit downgraded from infamous 1 and 2 and plays more like FoB. Delsin Rowe unlike Cole can fly around the city and run straight up walls, however this comes later in the game as in this new Infamous game we get 4 powers to play with. Sadly they all feel the same mostly, ya there are differences between them but for the most part they are the same. Oh and the last power concrete you get for the final boss and post-story so you are left with a new toy and nothing to do with it.
    Graphically this game is amazing. There are incredible particle effects for each power and the draw distance is great. Honestly Infamous Second Son is probably the best looking game on ps4 as of writing.
    And the story is pretty good but a bit predictable, I can't guarantee you will like it but I sure did. And really I think all the people who say the characters are bland and 1 dimensional just glanced at them. They all have good backstories and the facial expressions a great.
    But I have one big complaint and that is that the moral choice has next to no effect. It doesn't affect the story much and all you get for maxing out one way is a new jacket to wear. The only thing it determines is a few different missions and what ending you get. And that ending may sound good but it happends on what you pick at the start of the game, so no the morals in this game aren't very good.    … Expand
  87. SilentINU
    Sep 9, 2014
    7
    I decided to give Infamous Second Son the same classification i gave Infamous and Infamous 2 because i don't feel that this game beat the other two story wise, but has a better gameplay and city.
    There is some improvement from Infamous 2, not enough for Infamous SS to really shine in comparison with the previous titles. The game is too short, the story is too previsible and exploring the    I decided to give Infamous Second Son the same classification i gave Infamous and Infamous 2 because i don't feel that this game beat the other two story wise, but has a better gameplay and city.
    There is some improvement from Infamous 2, not enough for Infamous SS to really shine in comparison with the previous titles. The game is too short, the story is too previsible and exploring the whole town to get the platinum doing every event around can be boring and repetitive. The graphics are amazing as expected, the game has some really nice songs, especially the credits one. This is a solid title for the PS4 and a must have if you like action games!    … Expand
  88. Brainstorm123
    Sep 8, 2014
    10
    inFamous Second Son may be the greatest superhero game of all time. It offers beautiful graphics, an interesting story, with some very emotional writing, and amazing gameplay. The different powers are all brilliant, and you can never walk into a mission the same way. The characters are well written, and they seem to fit in naturally with the story. The karma decisions are fair, and theinFamous Second Son may be the greatest superhero game of all time. It offers beautiful graphics, an interesting story, with some very emotional writing, and amazing gameplay. The different powers are all brilliant, and you can never walk into a mission the same way. The characters are well written, and they seem to fit in naturally with the story. The karma decisions are fair, and the endings end well, with no open plot holes. The gameplay is also very fun, with a deep upgrade system, and the combat flows very well. Overall, inFamous is worth every penny of its price tag, and more.… Expand
  89. TheDarkKnight22
    Sep 5, 2014
    7
    I think it is better than the first infamous in many ways and the combat feels better than infamous 2 but i honestly think that it is in between those games. I don't think it is the best infamous game but it is a great game anyway. It has slight frame-rate issues whenever there are many things going on screen. the game is beautiful. It possibly has the best open world graphics so far. itI think it is better than the first infamous in many ways and the combat feels better than infamous 2 but i honestly think that it is in between those games. I don't think it is the best infamous game but it is a great game anyway. It has slight frame-rate issues whenever there are many things going on screen. the game is beautiful. It possibly has the best open world graphics so far. it may not look as good as some pc games maxed out but it shows that the ps4 is a fairly powerful console.… Expand
  90. marcos1414
    Sep 2, 2014
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nice graphics, very stupid and awkward story. VERY repetitive game. After a few days you get used to the graphics and gamplay and becomes really boring and repetitive.… Expand
  91. BentleyTurtle
    Aug 31, 2014
    8
    This game was super fun. The graphics was superb. The story was kind of thin, but it's not bad at all. The main character is cool. The game was kind of short, and I had already won it two times, one on normal and one on hard difficulty, and got the platinum trophy in the first weekend. After I got the platinum trophy, the game wasn't that fun anymore. But it was a fantastic fun experience.
  92. andyhern900
    Aug 29, 2014
    10
    This game is amazing. The graphics in the characters, the city of Seattle are amazing. The story is engaging due to the amazing acting that makes it feel like you're playing a movie. The game play is fun and engrossing and the powers you get are unique enough and have their own unique strategy. I cannot speak highly enough about this game. It truly shows off the power of the PS4. Good andThis game is amazing. The graphics in the characters, the city of Seattle are amazing. The story is engaging due to the amazing acting that makes it feel like you're playing a movie. The game play is fun and engrossing and the powers you get are unique enough and have their own unique strategy. I cannot speak highly enough about this game. It truly shows off the power of the PS4. Good and Bad story lines are varied enough to give you a unique experience both times through. Must own for any PS4 owner. (Also I bought my PS4 at a gamestop and on the receipt was a code for this game and 3 months of PS+ for free so look into that)… Expand
  93. Murredly
    Aug 26, 2014
    8
    This is an excellent game in terms of graphics and story. There is plenty of side missions to be done, thought they can become tedious, and the paper trail promotion added some free ingame content that I didn't really expect.

    The acting is a bit corny and there is some inconsistencies in the characters but overall it doesn't take away from the story. The main story can be completed in    This is an excellent game in terms of graphics and story. There is plenty of side missions to be done, thought they can become tedious, and the paper trail promotion added some free ingame content that I didn't really expect.

    The acting is a bit corny and there is some inconsistencies in the characters but overall it doesn't take away from the story. The main story can be completed in under 10 hours and the "hard" level isn't really overly hard, but expect a cheap death or two when you are swarmed.

    Trophies are fun to achieve but the overall meta is pretty simple.

    Definitely recommend this game for anyone looking for a few weeks to a month of game play - can do at least two play throughs to see the story from both good and evil side - especially if the price drops.

    I do expect this game to be the first triple A game to be released via PSN but not for atleast a year.    … Expand
  94. Troll13
    Aug 21, 2014
    10
    If you are looking for a game with amazing characters, amazing graphics, amazing voice acting, amazing story, and amazing powers then this is the game for you!
  95. EzioA88
    Aug 17, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Infamous: Second Son has been heavily hyped as the reason to buy a PS4. This is in no small part due to the fact that it is a sequel to a popular Playstation series, has a unique set of gameplay altering abilities and (probably its most important hype grabber) is absolutely beautiful. So, is Second Son the essential purchase that everyone has made it out to be? In short, yes. In long, here's why.

    First and foremost, the story is utterly gripping. The first two games had an alright protagonist in the form of Cole. He was likeable enough and began to get better in the sequel, but most of the time he had the personality of a wet sponge. Delsin Rowe is easily better, yet this isn't highly apparent as you begin the game. He seems to be a bit of a hipster and the way he talks to himself and drops one-liners reminded me of Jason from Far Cry 3- he was the only thing I didn't like about that game. However you will soon warm to him, as he begins to understand how serious his situation really is. This is helped by Troy Baker's excellent voice acting (he seems to be in everything these days). Delsin is part of a Native American tribe and his adventure begins when he absorbs the powers of an escaped Conduit. With his tribe members sickened by evil DUP leader Brooke Augustine, Delsin needs tto travel to Seattle and absorb more powers if he is going to have any hope of defeating Augustine and her loyal band of soldiers. The story is more relatable than the original games' whole Beast "thing" and Travis Willingham does a fine job alongside Baker as Delsin's kind- hearted brother, Reggie Rowe. The story only gets better as you get deeper, meeting more conduits and absorbing more powers (of which there are four). This is a nice sep up for the series.

    Content wise, you can get around 25 hours out of the game, with both sides taking around 12.5 hours to 100%. The campaign consists of 20 missions and after that you must clear out all of the 13 Seattle districts from DUP control. The activities required to do this are repeated and the side mission structure of the previous games is pretty well gone. However, I didn't mind the new approach. The control centres are hard to beat and the collectibles are all marked out. The various secret agent and camera activities test your reactions and the graffiti minigames are surprisingly fun and are a good showcase of the controller's new abilities. In fact, the controller gets a bit of a showcase, with the touchpad used for draining and switching powers, the triggers used for shooting and the back light used for the representation of the morality you have chosen.

    The open world itself isn't massive, but it is dense, realistic and very, very beautiful. The particle effects are absolutely stunning and while the game rarely takes you into interiors, sometimes you can even see into certain buildings. This gives a sense of a three dimensional space and is more effective than the 2D fronts or the empty lighted windows. Seattle probably isn't the most exceptional open world of all time, but it is technically stunning.

    Gameplay wise, the game is fine tuned and an absolute blast to play. Delsin's power is to take other powers (kind of like Rogue but without all the comas and sickness). You get four powersets across the course of the game, with smoke being the first one. It's similar to Cole's electricity and is like the assault rifle/ shotgun combo of Delsin's powers. It's good enough, but it is neon where things get really good. It plays out like the sniper class and while it may not have the best Karmic streak attack (these are clearout moves and smoke is the best btw), it is a beautiful power and when fully upgraded, will enable you to get around in no time due to the Quicksilver like super running. Video is still the best power though, due to its SMG qualities. The summoning of angels and demons is crazy, but cool and the quick move option is enjoyable. As for the rocket attack- it's deadly and instead of grenades, you get to turn invisible. The final power is given when you defeat the final boss. Concrete is a rehash of the previous powers and is fairly disappointing. The traversal isn't as smooth as what we had with Cole, but the quick move options with the powers make up for this and the melee is finally sorted out, making you feel like a Conduit Kratos.

    Many feel that the game has a dated morality system. After the Witcher's "grey' style this is a little true, but being good is still a stragically fun experience as you try to avoid casualties and being bad is a blast! As for the choices- they're pretty harrowing and will certainly make you feel sorry for Delsin when h only has too options. The new karmic opportunities are also cool and the powers slightly change depending on your allegiance.

    Second Son isn't groundbreaking, but it is a beautiful, enjoyable adventure that provides a cool protagonist, a great story and amazing gameplay. Now I eagerly await the fourth game.    … Expand
  96. BlueMedz
    Aug 14, 2014
    9
    InFAMOUS Second Son shows that good graphics and a solid frame rate does not have to get in the way of overall gameplay. The graphics of inFAMOUS Second Son are the best graphics of all of console history. Combine that with a mostly solid 60 frames per second and you will get a game that will be very pleasing to the human eye.

    Now, on to the gameplay. Even though the story is pretty    InFAMOUS Second Son shows that good graphics and a solid frame rate does not have to get in the way of overall gameplay. The graphics of inFAMOUS Second Son are the best graphics of all of console history. Combine that with a mostly solid 60 frames per second and you will get a game that will be very pleasing to the human eye.

    Now, on to the gameplay. Even though the story is pretty short, it kept me intrigued through the whole game. It was not too serious of a story like the last two inFAMOUS games, which I kinda liked since it was set in a modern city in which the civilians in it weren't too drastically in danger than the other games. The character development was also very well done with each different character in the game feeling widely different in terms of skill and personality. The combat in Second Son is the best I have seen in a video game. It is just so fast paced and smooth, and if you can master a power good enough, you can see yourself wiping away through enemies with a grin on your face. All 4 powers in the game varies very differently, changing up your combat procedures frequently. Was using smoke to take out a bunch of enemies but ran out of juice? Drain some neon and take a more tactical and slow approach to wipe out your enemies. The karma system in the game did not offer as much as I expected it too in terms of power, but the story did change a lot from good to evil.

    When you beat the rather short but very fun story in Second Son, you are left with the open world of Seattle to roam around and finish all the side quests. The side quests of the game are very repetitive and aren't actually quests, but rather small mini games like finding the hidden enemy in a crowd of civilians or spray painting a good/evil image on a wall. These can be done fast and when the whole open world is completed of objectives, you don't really have anything to do, sadly. There is the free "Paper Trail" DLC that allows you to do some really cool detective work on a computer and hunt down the criminals in game, which I found very hard (a good thing) but a cool idea at its own pace.

    This game is one of the most enjoyable of next-gen so far and all PlayStation 4 owners must own the game! I give this game a 9/10.    … Expand
  97. Matty2012
    Aug 13, 2014
    7
    If you're anything like me and are looking for a game to show off what your PS4 can do while you're waiting for all the good games to come out this Christmas, then Infamous Second Son is that game. The graphics will blow you away in some places. And everything runs silky smooth. The gameplay itself is pretty solid but can tend to get a bit repetitive. You probably won't play through itIf you're anything like me and are looking for a game to show off what your PS4 can do while you're waiting for all the good games to come out this Christmas, then Infamous Second Son is that game. The graphics will blow you away in some places. And everything runs silky smooth. The gameplay itself is pretty solid but can tend to get a bit repetitive. You probably won't play through it anymore than once or twice, but you get your moneys worth. The story itself is nothing special.… Expand
  98. Shishka
    Aug 12, 2014
    4
    This game is just... nothing. It has nothing to do with the first two chapters, having a story that doesn't follow the main storyline.
    From my point of view it has only good graphics, but the amount of powers is highly reduced -yes, you have different kinds of powers, but they all do the same things in a slightly different way, come on, some bring some variety!
    The game is very short and    This game is just... nothing. It has nothing to do with the first two chapters, having a story that doesn't follow the main storyline.
    From my point of view it has only good graphics, but the amount of powers is highly reduced -yes, you have different kinds of powers, but they all do the same things in a slightly different way, come on, some bring some variety!
    The game is very short and the story is not catching, it's just... Nothing special.    … Expand
  99. hodgesb
    Aug 10, 2014
    8
    I had a lot of fun playing Infamous: Second Son on the PS4. The game-play mechanics worked smoothly and the story was compelling enough to keep me playing. Unlocking new abilities kept the game flowing from one area to the next. I played though both good and evil sides on hard mode, but it still felt a bit too easy. The main character, Delsin Rowe, wasn't very likable but at the same timeI had a lot of fun playing Infamous: Second Son on the PS4. The game-play mechanics worked smoothly and the story was compelling enough to keep me playing. Unlocking new abilities kept the game flowing from one area to the next. I played though both good and evil sides on hard mode, but it still felt a bit too easy. The main character, Delsin Rowe, wasn't very likable but at the same time he wasn't as boring as Aiden Pearce (Watch Dogs). Overall, I enjoyed the game. Keep up the good work Sucker Punch.… Expand
  100. WhiteTieReview
    Aug 8, 2014
    8
    Second Son is the third game in the Infamous series from developer Sucker Punch. Second Son is set in the same universe as the first two games but there is a new main character so it is unnecessary for players to know what transpired in the first two installments. The story revolves around Delsin Rowe and his battle against the Department of Unified Protection. Along the way Delsin gainsSecond Son is the third game in the Infamous series from developer Sucker Punch. Second Son is set in the same universe as the first two games but there is a new main character so it is unnecessary for players to know what transpired in the first two installments. The story revolves around Delsin Rowe and his battle against the Department of Unified Protection. Along the way Delsin gains various powers that are as enjoyable to watch as they are to use. The Karma system plays an important part in deciding what kind of play through is achieved. The choices between good and evil are left to the player and its effects will radiate through the story and the powers that can be obtained. Seattle is an absolutely gorgeous open world setting and while it lacks the abundance of large buildings that the previous games had being able to climb up the iconic Space Needle more than makes up for it. The controls feel fast and fluid with some clever uses of the new touch pad on the PlayStation 4 controller. A comprehensive power tree and added difficulty levels will keep the most dedicated players glued to their seats for hours. Overall Infamous Second Son is a very strong addition to the series and a must own for PlayStation 4 owners who want to show off what their new piece of hardware can do.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 90 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 69 out of 90
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 90
  3. Negative: 1 out of 90
  1. CD-Action
    Jun 28, 2014
    80
    It definitely isn’t one of those games you talk about years after its release, but it showcases PS4’s capabilities well and in contrast to Killzone: Shadow Fall also does something else – guarantees fun from the beginning till the end. [CD-Action 05/2014, p.58]
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    May 16, 2014
    80
    Fun romp, beautifully rendered and executed. Fantastic superpowers make up for the lack of depth. [Issue#241]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    May 11, 2014
    87
    inFamous: Second Son is not a bad sandbox game at all! Serves as an interlude while waiting the heavy hitters to arrive. [Apr 2014]
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