Watch Dogs 2

 PlayStation 4
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2007 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,396 out of 2007
  2. Mixed: 371 out of 2007
  3. Negative: 240 out of 2007
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  1. predXator
    Dec 18, 2016
    8
    A great game with many ways to complete a story mission.( stealth, rampage, mechanically). Much better than the previous game. Amazing hacks and a very fun game. Based in San Fran and oakland.
  2. Pate
    Aug 19, 2017
    8
    Big improvement from the 1st. if I could give a full score it'd be a 8.4/10. Does just about everything better from the first and the world is more full and pretty. Some UI changes are meh from the 1st but still good. New world has more personality than the first and is definitely more unique. Gameplay is pretty much the same but feels more smoother. Personally the stealth is a lot betterBig improvement from the 1st. if I could give a full score it'd be a 8.4/10. Does just about everything better from the first and the world is more full and pretty. Some UI changes are meh from the 1st but still good. New world has more personality than the first and is definitely more unique. Gameplay is pretty much the same but feels more smoother. Personally the stealth is a lot better in this game than the 1st. Graphics are good, cast of characters are a little corny but good and fun, While I think Aiden Pierce was a badass Marcus is definitely more fun and loving. Story was good but it didn't really seem to have a goal for a good portion of the game. Multiplayer is really fun and especially with a friend or group of friends. Highly recommend.… Expand
  3. WagyuMeatloaf
    Jan 10, 2017
    8
    I skipped WD1 but I really enjoyed every moment of this one. The story and characters are about what I expected. Pros and cons below.

    + The main and side missions were longer than I expected and there's online stuff that I haven't gotten around to yet. + Graphics, sound, and environment are excellent. Exactly what you would expect from a AAA console title. + I generally dislike games    I skipped WD1 but I really enjoyed every moment of this one. The story and characters are about what I expected. Pros and cons below.

    + The main and side missions were longer than I expected and there's online stuff that I haven't gotten around to yet.
    + Graphics, sound, and environment are excellent. Exactly what you would expect from a AAA console title.
    + I generally dislike games with puzzles but these were well-done. They didn't feel like a chore at all.
    + Different play styles are viable. I had a blast hacking my way through everything but shooting and stealth are definitely doable too.

    - Money doesn't do anything except buy weapons and cosmetics but the weapons you pick up off dead enemies are generally good enough.
    - Hacking and tech makes it too easy but then again you don't have to play that way    … Expand
  4. carrot_reviews
    Feb 14, 2017
    8
    this game is good but not at all.
    story: if you compare the wd1 story versus the wd2 story, the wd2 story is a piece of sh....
    the drama has gone and is only a millenial story with no sense and a lot of stupid topics and you loose interest to continue playing because the story is very very bad compared with wd1. gameplay: the story missions are very good but just at the first half of    this game is good but not at all.
    story: if you compare the wd1 story versus the wd2 story, the wd2 story is a piece of sh....
    the drama has gone and is only a millenial story with no sense and a lot of stupid topics and you loose interest to continue playing because the story is very very bad compared with wd1.

    gameplay: the story missions are very good but just at the first half of the game bevause you can do the missions by a lot of ways but when yuu reach the half of the game the gameplay is so repetitive and boring sometimes because you know how to it.

    graphics: the graphics of this game are good but not the best graphics.

    bugs: of course we are talking about a ubisoft game so... this time this game doesn´t has a lot of bugs compared to the wd1 but the bugs that this game has are insignificant because the bugs on this game are only textures bugs, invicible walls, etc. but the bigs on this game doesn´t get to the point to restart the game or the level that you are playing.

    online: this game has one of the worst servers ever made, really. you can take like 20min and theres no matchmaking or if you have been invaded by another player the connection fails and you cant conclude the game invation.

    conclusion: if you like a great story this game is NOT for you.
    if you like doing the missions by your way this game is for you.
    if you liked the first wd story this game is not for you.
    if you hated the first wd this game maybe be for you. (it depends)    … Expand
  5. ByYuxiSs
    Mar 3, 2017
    8
    Is not a bad game but also a game, even so this game was able to create a good open world with many chances of hacking, without a doubt this second game of the franchise knew to do what the first could not.

    Great game 8/10
  6. 1080pony
    Apr 8, 2017
    8
    + A wonderful & living, well designed open world - Nice graphics - Driving is fun
    - Boring, confusing, horrible bad story - Annoying & boring characters - Screentearing on Standard PS4 from time to time, Gunplay is garbage
  7. samfisher069
    Mar 6, 2017
    8
    It has its own flaws and weak story-telling with a good story at heart. But when you start enjoying sneaking up to enemies and use your toys effectively, it becomes an immersive game. Level designing is pretty good but repetitive at times and you are sure that there will be alternate ways of going about one mission. Other than main story nothing great in side missions to get hooked on butIt has its own flaws and weak story-telling with a good story at heart. But when you start enjoying sneaking up to enemies and use your toys effectively, it becomes an immersive game. Level designing is pretty good but repetitive at times and you are sure that there will be alternate ways of going about one mission. Other than main story nothing great in side missions to get hooked on but that doesn't hinder your progress in Main story. Characters needed more development and their motivation to get through tough situations. Marcus seemed too capable for a normal hacker but that's how these games are. There should have been heavier punishment for confronting with enemies.

    Overall its a fun ride with hard mode and use of nice tools in kitty to use stealth for better experience.    … Expand
  8. mBoxlr
    Mar 15, 2017
    8
    Played Watch Dogs 1. I liked it, but it was too boring. I thought this game is gonna be better - and I were right.
    New style, some improvements in game play, new UI and other updates. Game is not too big and not too big, it's medium. I really enjoyed all missions, but they're short. Very short.
  9. RaFfr0
    Aug 29, 2017
    8
    If you can pass all the hipsters things of this game, then you will find it enjoyable and fun, it does improve some things from WD1, but it isn't a masterpiece and the story is forgettable.
  10. Maxttvd
    Jun 28, 2020
    8
    O mundo aberto vivo e as múltiplas possibilidades de abordagem que o game possibilita sao os principais aspectos positivos, entretanto o jogo se torna repetitivo nas missões.
  11. alkoka
    Jan 3, 2018
    8
    Nice game, I grinded out the Platinum trophy out of it. It wasn't too difficult, not even long to do it.
    The story was real fun, and the easter eggs made me laugh so many times.
    Like in the Grand Theft Auto Online, the multiplayer part was disgusting, maybe because it was a year after the release. I waited so much time to join sessions, spent much time grinding out the online trophies    Nice game, I grinded out the Platinum trophy out of it. It wasn't too difficult, not even long to do it.
    The story was real fun, and the easter eggs made me laugh so many times.
    Like in the Grand Theft Auto Online, the multiplayer part was disgusting, maybe because it was a year after the release. I waited so much time to join sessions, spent much time grinding out the online trophies because of other players leaving or messing around.

    I couldn't leave out the vehicle controls... that is the most awful part of the game. Ubisoft should get the example of GTA, since they got the open-world do-everything idea out of that series.

    Thanks for my friend for letting me play through it.

    Rated 8/10    … Expand
  12. Evgeny__N
    May 4, 2018
    8
    Кратко: Игра получилась лучше первой части. В игру интересно играть, но только на 1-3 прохождения.
    Плюсы:
    -Хорошее управление на DualShock. -Хорошая графика. -Улучшенные системы первой части. -Приятный геймплей (не всегда). -Убраны косяки первой части. Минусы: -Убогая физика. -Однообразный мир. -Убогое оружие. -Плохой Саундтрек.    Кратко: Игра получилась лучше первой части. В игру интересно играть, но только на 1-3 прохождения.
    Плюсы:
    -Хорошее управление на DualShock.
    -Хорошая графика.
    -Улучшенные системы первой части.
    -Приятный геймплей (не всегда).
    -Убраны косяки первой части.
    Минусы:
    -Убогая физика.
    -Однообразный мир.
    -Убогое оружие.
    -Плохой Саундтрек.
  13. buddy01238
    Jun 3, 2018
    8
    Watch dogs 2 improves on nearly all the bad mechanics of the first. Improved and fun hacking make this game extremely fun to mess around in. The story of the game is slightly weak bringing the game down a bit but all the missions are fun and unique and the story is reasonably long as well as many side missions. The graphics look so good and is a great representation of San Francisco ThisWatch dogs 2 improves on nearly all the bad mechanics of the first. Improved and fun hacking make this game extremely fun to mess around in. The story of the game is slightly weak bringing the game down a bit but all the missions are fun and unique and the story is reasonably long as well as many side missions. The graphics look so good and is a great representation of San Francisco This game is great to play and is a very good buy. A weak story and many glitches bring the overall score down but the fun gameplay, graphics and many hours into this game make it an solid 8/10.… Expand
  14. GODonyaONFiRE
    Jul 11, 2020
    8
    Esli tebe 12 let i ty chuvstvuesh sebya hakerom-eta igra dlya tebya. Igra horoshechnaya, platina izi ksati.
  15. Royale-Assassin
    Jul 4, 2018
    8
    This is really a very good game, not great, but very nice details and all the stuff you can do in missions, different approaches etc.. Just think outside the box and there you go! The shooting can still be improved, not bad, but it could have been better. Also the driving. It is not that great, but for me this is not that important as you play in SF and the map is nice, good views, and aThis is really a very good game, not great, but very nice details and all the stuff you can do in missions, different approaches etc.. Just think outside the box and there you go! The shooting can still be improved, not bad, but it could have been better. Also the driving. It is not that great, but for me this is not that important as you play in SF and the map is nice, good views, and a lot of fun things to do while playing and the missions are great! Ubisoft did a great job there.… Expand
  16. superpyro296
    May 15, 2020
    8
    Watch Dogs 2 is way better than its predecessor. I think they created a really interesting open world with a unique vibe. In some areas, San Francisco is gorgeous, especially the Silicon Valley area. The gameplay mechanics, in my opinion, are really well done. I like the way the different environmental puzzles are made. In terms of genre, WD 1 seemed more like a third-person shooter withWatch Dogs 2 is way better than its predecessor. I think they created a really interesting open world with a unique vibe. In some areas, San Francisco is gorgeous, especially the Silicon Valley area. The gameplay mechanics, in my opinion, are really well done. I like the way the different environmental puzzles are made. In terms of genre, WD 1 seemed more like a third-person shooter with hacking tricks but Watch Dogs 2 is more like a real stealth and hacking game where the levels can be seen as puzzles. That's why the game is not for everyone and that's why also some persons who enjoyed WD1 didn't like Watch Dogs 2.

    In fact, in order to enjoy this game, you have to play it stealthy. You can have access to different guns but I found the most of them completely useless. I tried to go gun-blazing but the experience was too frustrating.

    There is a general consensus that the story is weak and I completely agree (otherwise, I would have a 9 rating for this game). It's not that the story is really weak but it's more that there is not really a coherent story. This game is more structured in different missions who all have their unique setting and story. However, I found most of the characters funny.

    To conclude, I would add also that you can choose your own soundtrack which I appreciated. I would recommend their electronic soundtrack. Watch Dogs 2 is a modern open-world game with fun missions. I give it 8,4/10    … Expand
  17. aaridici
    Aug 20, 2018
    8
    If you enjoyed the first game, this is very similar to the first game. It sadly removes some of the good stuff but it also adds newer exciting stuff.

    With the exception of the very short prequel mission (is that the preorder bonus?), the game starts very slow. This is intentional as it wants to introduce you to side quests and chores (like SF Driver which is similar to being an    If you enjoyed the first game, this is very similar to the first game. It sadly removes some of the good stuff but it also adds newer exciting stuff.

    With the exception of the very short prequel mission (is that the preorder bonus?), the game starts very slow. This is intentional as it wants to introduce you to side quests and chores (like SF Driver which is similar to being an Uber/Lyft driver in game). This made me put the game down after months at this point. However, if you are willing to sit through the first 4-5 hours or so, then things get quite interesting.

    Most side quests are fun and the story actually is cohesive although early on it seems random. Main story line is a delight. The game play is well polished (minus a few minor hiccups here and there) but some of the decisions made are either handicapping the game or leaving you feeling not right. I would have liked to see Marcus make more money early on to allow purchasing expensive cars midway through the game instead of end game as I would have liked to spend more time driving the Lambo equivalent car a lot more. The downloadable performance car was the one I drove the entire time as the other cars were not affordable. Both the Lambo and the Ferrari (they have different names but you can tell which one is which :) are too expensive to unlock and by the time you do, there is just not much left to do in the game. Driving those cars is actually a lot of fun.

    My main complaint, which leaves me baffled, is seeing Marcus use lethal force. It simply doesn't make sense for his character and this hacker collective. However, if you don't use lethal force, NPCs that were stunned wake up in couple of minutes way sooner than you can accomplish your mission. Also each time you spend significant time using your jumper from afar to complete your mission - which is the best way to complete these missions nonlethally - a random NPC suddenly spawns next to Marcus getting him detected and starting a gun fight. Gun play is very good and fun but it just doesn't fit the story at all where the hacker collective is the savior of the people while using lethal force on people doing their jobs...    … Expand
  18. PabloCHK
    Oct 15, 2018
    8
    Un juego divertido, una historia regular, mejor conducción que el primer juego, personajes carismáticos, un sistema de hackeo mas amplio, un multijugador divertido hasta cierto punto. Me gusto.
  19. coolwali
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    While the tone and story were not to my liking, the added options to hacking and world design make simply completing even basic missions fun
  20. Lanak
    Dec 6, 2018
    8
    Не плохо, если сравнивать с 1ой частью.
    -1 балл за физику (оружия и машин).
    -1 балл за сюжет.
    Итог: 8/10.
  21. cdtrix
    May 23, 2019
    8
    Cool script. Cool UI. Cool Soundtracks. Cool Graphic. Cool Gameplay. A lot of content. And then: **** car physics. **** shoot physics. **** imbalance chases. That`s all. Despite the disadvantages, the game deserves high praise, at least, because it is the only project of this scale in this setting
  22. Ruzaky
    Jul 31, 2020
    8
    After all controversies that surrounded Watch dogs 1 , this game had no expectations, and after finishing it can easily say its great open world game and even multiplayes is super fun
  23. ToshLichev
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    A gaming experience that just screams "FRESH'. Every aspect of W_D2 is just fresh, the amazing San Fran setting, the music, the characters, the fun, quirky story - everything feels like it was made with care and joy. Marcus is a massive upgrade from Aiden and the overall direction the series has decided to take shows that, when handled well, the Watch Dogs serioes can be a great one.
  24. GreenManGaming
    Apr 10, 2019
    8
    Watch Dogs 2’s distinctive hacking and puzzle mechanics do a great job of reminding you that you’re not playing just another Grand Theft Auto clone as you tear through its beautiful Bay Area map. Marcus is a bit too friendly of a guy to be believable as our instrument of mayhem, but the flexible missions let you get through mostly non-violently if you’re good enough at stealth. And when itWatch Dogs 2’s distinctive hacking and puzzle mechanics do a great job of reminding you that you’re not playing just another Grand Theft Auto clone as you tear through its beautiful Bay Area map. Marcus is a bit too friendly of a guy to be believable as our instrument of mayhem, but the flexible missions let you get through mostly non-violently if you’re good enough at stealth. And when it works, multiplayer is good unconventional cat-and-mouse fun, too.… Expand
  25. Scotty120
    Nov 14, 2019
    8
    I waited to get this game but i should have got it sooner. A great game far better then the first game.
  26. Pixel3a
    May 8, 2019
    8
    Watch Dogs 2’s distinctive hacking and puzzle mechanics do a great job of reminding you that you’re not playing just another Grand Theft Auto clone as you tear through its beautiful Bay Area map. Marcus is a bit too friendly of a guy to be believable as our instrument of mayhem, but the flexible missions let you get through mostly non-violently if you’re good enough at stealth. And when itWatch Dogs 2’s distinctive hacking and puzzle mechanics do a great job of reminding you that you’re not playing just another Grand Theft Auto clone as you tear through its beautiful Bay Area map. Marcus is a bit too friendly of a guy to be believable as our instrument of mayhem, but the flexible missions let you get through mostly non-violently if you’re good enough at stealth. And when it works, multiplayer is good unconventional cat-and-mouse fun, too.… Expand
  27. Pardoow
    Sep 22, 2019
    8
    Brings every good concept from the disappointing first game and makes it more enjoyable, online, fun, and ridiculously more interactive.
  28. MartinEzy225
    Aug 22, 2020
    8
    After playing GTA V and Watch_dogs, Watch_dogs 2 was a complete disappointment. What makes a good open-world game are 3 things: The story, the gameplay, and the setting/graphics. The story was an improvement from the previous installment but the setting of San Francisco did not feel as lively as Chicago. The gunplay and driving of WD2 felt worse and setting up a Getaway shootout scenarioAfter playing GTA V and Watch_dogs, Watch_dogs 2 was a complete disappointment. What makes a good open-world game are 3 things: The story, the gameplay, and the setting/graphics. The story was an improvement from the previous installment but the setting of San Francisco did not feel as lively as Chicago. The gunplay and driving of WD2 felt worse and setting up a Getaway shootout scenario didn't feel as fluid as WD. But due to the stealth component and the fluidity of movement and controls, my rating is the same as the Watch_dogs… Expand
  29. Pietrovish
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Un juego muy entretenido, la verdad es genial andar haciendo misiones y diabluras controlando las cosas electrónicas.
  30. ChesterField
    May 8, 2020
    8
    Much better than his predecesor. Lot of new mechanics but driving still awful. However, i like the direction this franchise is taking. Good game after all.
  31. yangfanhong
    Dec 22, 2021
    8
    This is a unique open world game featuring digital hacking and personal privacy issues. It is GTA-like but also shows distinguishable features.
  32. FidelGastro
    Aug 27, 2021
    8
    Watch Dogs 2 is a game that suffers from the bad reputation of the first game. However, I must say that the game was a very pleasant surprise, because I did not notice almost any bugs and glitches during my walktrough.

    Yes, as in every game, AI has its flies, if I tried hard, I would find imperfections in textures. But what I didn't like about the game was the very bad driving model.    Watch Dogs 2 is a game that suffers from the bad reputation of the first game. However, I must say that the game was a very pleasant surprise, because I did not notice almost any bugs and glitches during my walktrough.

    Yes, as in every game, AI has its flies, if I tried hard, I would find imperfections in textures.

    But what I didn't like about the game was the very bad driving model. It was really, really too arcade. I give a point down for that.

    The game offers so many possibilities of progress that you will not use all of them during one walktrough.

    As for the story, it seemed a bit chaotic to me and it took me a while to get my bearings. The main villain Dušan Němec looks insignificant. It often seemed to me during the game that the creators put too much humor on the dialogues. As a result, some dialogues are simply embarrassing. But everyone has a different kind of taste in humor, so if someone laughed, I don't mind.

    So, in addition to the already mentioned driving model, the game took all the good from the first part and further improved it (for example, the possibility of piloting a drone or a jumper). In the end, I rate a decent score of 8/10, because I really enjoyed the game and in the future I will definitely return to it, at least for a while.    … Expand
  33. Buzzkill17
    Sep 6, 2021
    8
    One of the best Ubisoft titles to come out in the last 8 years. Has one of the most fun open worlds I’ve played
  34. D3nver30
    Jun 30, 2022
    8
    I absolutely loved this game, The experience is still great even the main missions are finished unlike other games where it gets boring after finishing the Main missions. The story is good, The game soundtrack is good, The graphics surprisingly still holds up to this day, The exploration is great yet the combat mechanics were a little bit downgraded from the first game.
  35. krooney
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    My first impression was "Oh noooo! A Will.i.am simulator" - I hated the opening of the game after coming fresh from WD1. Once I got settled and changed my outfit (why can't I create my own character? It wouldn't affect anything at all + would also let my daughter play as a girl) it became my GTA San Andreas for this generation.
  36. ZzjimbozZ
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Story 8/10
    Gameplay 8/10
    Graphics 8/10

    WATCH DOGS 2 better than I expected, big improvement over the original
  37. JoKeR_AlexS
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    Este comentário é universal nas minhas reviews. Apenas quero dar nota aos jogos e caso queiram saber mais alguma coisa sobre o jogo, aconselho a ver outras reviews ou até mesmo a experimentar o jogo.
  38. Unomaster
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Basically everything wd1 wasn’t .

    You can hack transportation, construction equipment. Mechanics are great. Graphics are decent and story.
  39. Joaoogbriel
    Oct 25, 2020
    8
    Almost everything in this game is great, for real. Nice game Ubisoft, if you didn't had failed in the first game, this game would got the appreciation that he deserved.
  40. Ba-Ouai-Logic
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    I think I wanted to move to San Francisco after tens of hours I have spent with Marcus discovering this beautiful, well done open-world game.
  41. 420blxzxng
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think it's not that bad a story
    Admittedly Marcus may be to lighthearted if you kill loads of people. The characters may not be that fleshed out but they still seem funny and human    … Expand
  42. Fox45
    Aug 27, 2020
    8
    The story isn´t the best but the gameplay is f*cking awesome. There are a lot of things to do and the way to do it are amazing.
    It was one of the games that I had the most fun playing
  43. GlocktorSeuss
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Watch Dogs is the sort of game not necessarily driven by the story, but instead the open world. The space available to the player is the San Francisco Bay Area, including San Francisco, Oakland, and the Silicon Valley. While a lot of buildings and houses have unopenable doors, there a few visitable locations like pawn shops and restaurants. The game features several famous San FranciscoWatch Dogs is the sort of game not necessarily driven by the story, but instead the open world. The space available to the player is the San Francisco Bay Area, including San Francisco, Oakland, and the Silicon Valley. While a lot of buildings and houses have unopenable doors, there a few visitable locations like pawn shops and restaurants. The game features several famous San Francisco locations, and a great-looking environment on top of that. There’s a host of vehicles ranging from boats to supercars, and fast travel is available from HQ to HQ. (There’s one in San Francisco, one in Silicon Valley, and one in Oakland). There’s no essential problem with the characters or storyline, but the missions don’t feel nearly as fun as just driving around and doing whatever you want. The variety of the game provides many options for what you can do. You can become a thief, hacking people’s bank accounts and stealing their money, or a gang vigilante, clearing the area from crime. The game overall is great fun for many hours.… Expand
  44. chrisdan23
    Jun 8, 2022
    8
    Nach viel Kritik am ersten Teil des neuen Franchises, will Ubisoft mit dem Sequel nun alles besser machen, und in vieler Hinsicht gelingt dies auch. So ist San Francisco als neue Location deutlich lebendiger und bunter als das triste Chicago des Erstlingswerks.

    Zudem fokussiert die Story stärker auch die Möglichkeiten, die das Hacking Setting in gesellschaftskritischer Perspektive    Nach viel Kritik am ersten Teil des neuen Franchises, will Ubisoft mit dem Sequel nun alles besser machen, und in vieler Hinsicht gelingt dies auch. So ist San Francisco als neue Location deutlich lebendiger und bunter als das triste Chicago des Erstlingswerks.

    Zudem fokussiert die Story stärker auch die Möglichkeiten, die das Hacking Setting in gesellschaftskritischer Perspektive hergibt. Auch viele Spielmechaniken wurden verändert und die typische Ubisoft Formel so weitgehend abgeschüttelt. So verzichtet Watchdogs 2 beispielsweise auf das Freischalten von Funktürmen. Auch viele Nebenaufgaben gestalten sich nun deutlich weniger repetitiv und wurden organischer in das generelle Setting eingebunden.

    Viel kritisiert wurde am ersten Teil auch die laue Geschichte um den depressiven Racheengel Aiden. Insbesondere hier wollte man nun alles anders machen, schafft es nun aber gekonnt krachend auf der anderen Seite vom Pferd zu fallen. Denn die Hipster Hacker Gruppe um Marcus ist so übertrieben und stereotyp dargestellt, dass es stellenweise wirklich schon peinlich wird. Um Watchdogs 2, angelehnt an ein GTA 5, vorwiegend als Satire zu spielen, dafür nimmt sich der Titel am Ende dann leider zu ernst.

    Leider wurde auch das Gameplay eher etwas "verschlimmbessert". Vielleicht hat Ubisoft die Kritik am ersten Teil doch etwas zu ernst genommen und deshalb letztlich zu viele Spielmechaniken nochmal in die Hand genommen, eben auch solche, die eigentlich bereits sehr rund und motivierend funktionierten. So wirkt Watchdogs 2 im Vergleich zum ersten Teil durchaus etwas überfrachtet und vom Pacing nicht gut ausbalanciert. Die neuen Gimmicks, wie etwa die Drohnen, mit denen sich nun nochmals mehr Möglichkeiten eröffnen in Missionen auch völlig unentdeckt ans Ziel zu kommen, sind schon eine coole Idee, sie machen aber die Kamerahacks, die das Gameplay des ersten Teils noch so innovativ gemacht hatten, eigentlich völlig überflüssig. Durch die vielen verschiedene Möglichkeiten, die Watchdogs 2 uns bietet, spielt es sich sehr abwechslungsreich, aber auch deutlich weniger übersichtlich und wirkt irgendwie überfrachtet, was ein gezieltes, taktisches Vorgehen, also ein Abwägen der effektivsten Vorgehensweise, oftmals konterkariert.

    Auch die Fahrphysik der Autos wurde komplett überarbeitet und wird nun deutlich effektvoller umgesetzt, nur in Folge dessen eben leider auch unberechenbarer. So sind, bei all der Action, vor allem die Hacking Tricks um Polizeiwagen abzuhängen oder Helikopter auszuschalten nun kaum mehr gezielt einsetzbar und das Ganze artet meist im reinen Chaos aus. Ob ein Entkommen mit dem Auto gelingt oder nicht, entscheidet so oft mehr der Zufall als das fahrerische sowie hackerische Geschick. Da kann manchmal schon regelrecht Frust aufkommen. Defacto flieht man in Watchdogs 2 meist effektiver zu Fuß, was meines Erachtens aber weniger zum Spielgefühl passt.

    Alles in allem macht auch Watch Dogs 2 dennoch eine Menge Spaß. Nicht zuletzt aufgrund der tollen Inszenierung und der wirklich fantastischen Open World, die einem GTA 5 kaum nachsteht und das Chicago des Erstlingswerks der Entwickler sicherlich bei weitem überflügelt. Hoffen wir, dass sich Ubisoft für einen dritten Teil mehr Zeit nimmt, um das Gameplay weiter zu perfektionieren und vielleicht auch wieder ein wenig zu entfrachten.    … Expand
  45. alank8704
    Sep 1, 2020
    8
    I think this game did exactly what it should have after the first game. The first did best at just being a fun game but it tried to take it self seriously which watch dogs 2 fixed by being more goofy. This is a big improvement over the first game although I give it the same score as the first game because at the time I played both of these games I for some reason enjoyed the first more.I think this game did exactly what it should have after the first game. The first did best at just being a fun game but it tried to take it self seriously which watch dogs 2 fixed by being more goofy. This is a big improvement over the first game although I give it the same score as the first game because at the time I played both of these games I for some reason enjoyed the first more. But I can see this is better than the first. Cant wait for legion and I hope they make a watch dogs 3 which is just as goofy as watch dogs 2… Expand
  46. Wwilliams23
    Nov 4, 2020
    8
    Watch Dogs 2 is much better than the first game. It features a bright, colorful open-world, a fun cast of characters, a solid lead in Markus, a good story and fun gameplay. I actually got the Platinum trophy for this game, which tells you I put in many hours. It was just that entertaining and enjoyable. I love the quirky and funny vibe the game gives off. It's too bad with the more recentWatch Dogs 2 is much better than the first game. It features a bright, colorful open-world, a fun cast of characters, a solid lead in Markus, a good story and fun gameplay. I actually got the Platinum trophy for this game, which tells you I put in many hours. It was just that entertaining and enjoyable. I love the quirky and funny vibe the game gives off. It's too bad with the more recent "Legion" that Ubisoft has abandoned story for the sake of a new gameplay feature, but oh well. Here's to hoping the fourth entry will be more like WD2, because it is by far the best in the series.… Expand
  47. Neoeagile
    Nov 10, 2020
    8
    Much better than its predecessor, but it is not without faults. The game's optimization needs attention 6/10, graphics can be better especially as we played games like days gone they have proven it can be better so 7.5/10, It has a good storyline close to current reality 9/10, playtime or longevity is good 8/10, user-friendly (trophies and gameplay ) 9/10.Total of 7.9/10
  48. Elite_Soldier
    Nov 21, 2020
    8
    Almost a great game, the multiplayer is very fun and so are the story missions, I always skipped the cutscenes because I found the group a little too hippy and cringe, But a promising direction for the Watch Dogs franchise.
  49. Shpepich
    Sep 10, 2020
    8
    Well, what can I say about WD2? I went through the whole game with great pleasure. There is plenty of content, the visual component is excellent even in 2020, the gameplay is very diverse and interesting. The plot is quite simple in general, but sometimes there were specific moments when I was a little confused about what was happening (well, maybe I'm just a little dumb). There were minorWell, what can I say about WD2? I went through the whole game with great pleasure. There is plenty of content, the visual component is excellent even in 2020, the gameplay is very diverse and interesting. The plot is quite simple in general, but sometimes there were specific moments when I was a little confused about what was happening (well, maybe I'm just a little dumb). There were minor flaws, but against the background of all this action, I will not focus on them, they are not worth it. I definitely advise you to go through. This is not something like AC: Oddyssey :D… Expand
  50. Dedcoronet
    Sep 11, 2020
    8
    Once you are done with the story, you can constantly bump into other players online hack each other vice versa
  51. hector_bcn98
    Nov 16, 2022
    8
    Algo que hizo muy bien esta secuela fue ir de cara y no hacer promesas estúpidas que luego no se cumplirían. Mejora en todo al original aunque la historia no sea nada del otro mundo. Muy entretenido como alternativa a GTA.
  52. Dananjoyoman
    Nov 1, 2020
    8
    Yesss!! This game is very good and had a good parkour also the combat. The graphic is very good for ps4 games and xbox one games and the fps is kindaaaaa good I guess. The mission is kinda fun too! But you cant ride helicopter and do slow mo like in watch dog 1 they should add it back!!! (Sorry if my english is bad)
  53. Axelle_1
    Sep 6, 2021
    8
    хорошая музыка, кринжовенький сюжет и персонажи, и солнечный Лос-Анжелес вот что мне было нужно
  54. Lattely
    Nov 30, 2020
    8
    If only the first Watch Dogs was like this it could be my favourite series of games by Ubisoft (except first parts of assassin's creed).
  55. gotterpotter56
    Feb 13, 2021
    8
    Watch dogs 2 неплохая игра, по крайней мере выглядит по бодрее чем первая часть.
  56. xounas
    Apr 2, 2021
    8
    A great game with many ways to complete a story mission(stealth, rampage, mechanically). Much better than the previous game. Amazing hacks and a very fun game. Based in San Fran and Oakland
  57. datoneguy246
    May 14, 2021
    8
    This isn't a masterpiece, but it's a pretty fun game that left me satisfied. Compared to the other games in the series, this is clearly the best one. I would recommend it.
  58. nanakobagu53
    Sep 20, 2021
    8
    Good game, gameplay is kinda repetitive and it’s usual UBI open world, but this game has interesting characters that are more likable than the first game.
  59. KIKE680
    Oct 23, 2021
    8
    this game is pretty good the best is the gameplay the story this more or less well but in general quite good
  60. Retiort
    Nov 21, 2021
    8
    What Amazing game ,I Really love This game , amazing LOD of San Francisco
    but unfortunately The City feels dead
  61. LMaoTse-tung
    Jul 18, 2022
    8
    Ottimo gioco con una trama simpatica ma profonda che esplora temi profondi, i personaggi sono memorabili e tutto ciò unito ad un ottimo game play e mai noioso mi ha portato a dare un 8, e a completarlo al 100% MA il gioco non è esente da difetti infatti l’IA dei nemici non è così brillante e i bug sono molti anche se parecchi non sono invalidanti nella partita.
  62. LeviAkerman
    Mar 19, 2022
    8
    best best best the good of the gold game in world and legendary of histore the time
  63. KrowKrof
    May 13, 2023
    8
    ........................................................................yes
  64. LittleSticker
    Aug 26, 2022
    8
    I've wanted wrench's mask ever since this game was revealed so if you wanna help a bro out you most definitely can ;)
  65. Epicmonster5600
    Dec 5, 2022
    8
    Okay this game is severely underrated and I wish more people would play this game because its a pure banger.
  66. FarNine
    Feb 12, 2023
    8
    Good story, epic city, great graphics and good gameplay. Highly recommend if you like open world games.
  67. Skiingguything
    Feb 2, 2023
    8
    Good game. Best in the trilogy. I don't have anything else to say. I wish there wasn't a 75 character minimum.
  68. Harthik69
    Jul 9, 2023
    8
    Very Good game. Can spend some time to play and exeprience it again. Download and give it a try again in future
  69. Mustkill
    Aug 6, 2023
    8
    Es el mejor en ambientación de los 3, la ciudad se siente viva! Con npcs haciendo cada uno una cosa diferente, gráficos que a día de hoy 2023, han envejecido bastante bien, su historia es algo floja y las físicas de conducción son horrendas pero todo lo demás, es fenomenal!
  70. tbouniverse
    Feb 27, 2018
    7
    I liked the first Watch Dogs and got this one a year after it came out. I enjoyed this game as I was able to hack the environment around enemies for a lot of fun and gameplay was fun. I wasn't really into some side quests like kart racing or collectibles but I liked ones like ATM hacking.

    I liked the cast of eccentric but likeable characters and the reimagining of SF was amazing in my    I liked the first Watch Dogs and got this one a year after it came out. I enjoyed this game as I was able to hack the environment around enemies for a lot of fun and gameplay was fun. I wasn't really into some side quests like kart racing or collectibles but I liked ones like ATM hacking.

    I liked the cast of eccentric but likeable characters and the reimagining of SF was amazing in my opinion. The driving was pretty bad and the story felt quite cliched and conversations didn't feel genuine.

    I brought this game on a massive Black Friday discount, so in a sense, I got more than I spent.    … Expand
  71. renao
    Dec 22, 2016
    7
    It is what the first one should have been. Three years ago.

    The drone is a nice implementation and the overall game is a much better experience than the first one, but driving is still horrible, radio is irrelevant and changing stations muddles the gameplay as it covers the map (pretty stupid design, imo), guns don't really fit the narrative and online is good, but not too far from what    It is what the first one should have been. Three years ago.

    The drone is a nice implementation and the overall game is a much better experience than the first one, but driving is still horrible, radio is irrelevant and changing stations muddles the gameplay as it covers the map (pretty stupid design, imo), guns don't really fit the narrative and online is good, but not too far from what we had in the first Watch Dogs and Saints Row 2.

    Characters and dialogues make me cringe most of the time and graphics are nothing to write home about. Ubisoft finally got rid of the damn towers in the game, but the gameplay is still somewhat repetitive after just a few hours.

    There is also a lot of loading. They are not long, but they are quite a few. It's an interesting purchase if you enjoy the open world type of gaming like myself, but I wouldn't get it for a full price.    … Expand
  72. jack2059
    Nov 19, 2016
    7
    If you found Watch Dogs 1 a bit boring but a good idea, chances are you will like this.
    It takes a VERY light hearted turn, the characters and missions will come across very cliche and cringey to a lot of people. Things like a character wearing a mask with electronic eyes on. Its marmite.
    The negatives, the game is buggy. The driving is horrific, comical physics, cars that go from    If you found Watch Dogs 1 a bit boring but a good idea, chances are you will like this.
    It takes a VERY light hearted turn, the characters and missions will come across very cliche and cringey to a lot of people. Things like a character wearing a mask with electronic eyes on. Its marmite.
    The negatives, the game is buggy. The driving is horrific, comical physics, cars that go from 100-0mph in half a second. The pacing of conversations and style of cut scenes is just plain bad at times.    … Expand
  73. PictoPirate
    Dec 22, 2020
    7
    Watchdogs 2 hits a better tone than the first game, making you part of a hacking crew rather than being a random angry loner. This gives the whole game a much more fun and lighthearted vibe that I really loved. The cast of characters is diverse and interesting, and the story is pretty decent, and I had a lot of fun with it.

    Surprisingly for an Ubisoft game, it is not chock full of    Watchdogs 2 hits a better tone than the first game, making you part of a hacking crew rather than being a random angry loner. This gives the whole game a much more fun and lighthearted vibe that I really loved. The cast of characters is diverse and interesting, and the story is pretty decent, and I had a lot of fun with it.

    Surprisingly for an Ubisoft game, it is not chock full of repetitive busywork, and the developers did a good job of making the side missions fun and varied, at least from a story perspective. That said I did have a couple of gripes.

    Man, the security guards, are nuts! There are no warnings stand in the wrong place, even if you're not doing anything wrong and they will blast you in the face with a shotgun. You also feel a little underpowered compared to the first game. Getting away from the police is much harder and if you get a chopper on your tail good luck!

    *Note I turned off the multiplayer because being invaded when you're just trying to get from one end of the city to the other and being forced to play a game of hide and seek is never, ever fun.    … Expand
  74. chr1so
    Dec 27, 2017
    7
    The graphics aren't great and the controls are a bit clunky, but I found myself just wanting to keep playing. You really have to use your brain in some areas, and I do like the whole hacking based plot. Decent game, definitely worth playing.
  75. Avodeskorm
    Nov 18, 2016
    7
    Watch Dogs 2 is better then Grand Theft Auto and Saints Row.
    +Gives you better incentives for exploring the world that has effects on the gameplay. Something that most developers tend to forget about.
    +Requires you to think and observe rather then just shoot every enemy you see. (If you don't like puzzles/platforming/stealth, this game might just be irrelevant to you.) +Self-aware    Watch Dogs 2 is better then Grand Theft Auto and Saints Row.
    +Gives you better incentives for exploring the world that has effects on the gameplay. Something that most developers tend to forget about.
    +Requires you to think and observe rather then just shoot every enemy you see. (If you don't like puzzles/platforming/stealth, this game might just be irrelevant to you.)
    +Self-aware script and dialogue
    +Grounded enough to be speculative satire.
    +Unconventional characters not typically used by most developers.

    Downgrades from Watch_Dogs 1 (that I noticed)
    -Explosions are basically immediate kills to yourself whereas in the original it causes a staggering animation. (This may make multiplayer less fun unless this only applies to Single-player)
    -Animations are pretty much downgraded from the first game, mobility doesn't seem as realistic in the sequel.
    -Much more convoluted controls, harder to focus on certain aspects as you gain new abilities. (Such as Equipping tools and accessing NPC's profiles.)

    Overall, this might just be one of the best open-world sandbox games out there, depending on what you're looking for. To get the most out of it, you should be prepared to explore and do the side-quests, otherwise you're looking at a pretty short game.    … Expand
  76. pablo2008jedi
    Feb 15, 2017
    7
    Very enjoyable game that is better than the original! Take the story as if its the 1990 in the world of "Hackers", don't take it too seriously. The gameplay mechanics are much improved, the city feels alive.

    I like to play for between 1-2 hours before switching to another game, it's not a game I would play non-stop as it is a bit repetitive
  77. Doorlslams
    Nov 17, 2016
    7
    The game looks great and I'm fine with the characters. Doesn't run that well and the driving is horrible. In a game based in an open world SF you NEED good driving. I also like how they encourage non violence (sort of) I have plenty of game where i kill everything and its a nice change of pace. With the stuttery frame rate and bad driving I can barely bring myself to play it. MafiaThe game looks great and I'm fine with the characters. Doesn't run that well and the driving is horrible. In a game based in an open world SF you NEED good driving. I also like how they encourage non violence (sort of) I have plenty of game where i kill everything and its a nice change of pace. With the stuttery frame rate and bad driving I can barely bring myself to play it. Mafia has better frame rates, story, driving, music, and atmosphere. I know everyone gives that game **** but I honestly think its much better than this. Also I really just don't care about whats going on in this game....its like trying to have the social commentary of GTAV but falls flat or it covers things that GTA already covered. Shame cause I really wanted an open world Co-Op game and when its not in motion it looks really good. I just feels sorts cheap. Oh well, I bought it digitally so if they patch in some fixes and maybe fix the driving I will def jump back in.… Expand
  78. GoGSWarriors
    Mar 28, 2020
    7
    I just finished the main campaign and I can say this is a fun but frustrating game. The basic hacking skills like spamming someones phone or ear piece work well and are a bit OP. The more complicated hacking skills like changing street lights etc are completely useless. I didn't use those skills even 1 time because there wasn't a need and they just weren't as well done as the original gameI just finished the main campaign and I can say this is a fun but frustrating game. The basic hacking skills like spamming someones phone or ear piece work well and are a bit OP. The more complicated hacking skills like changing street lights etc are completely useless. I didn't use those skills even 1 time because there wasn't a need and they just weren't as well done as the original game strangely. Graphicly this game is gorgeous. As someone who lived in the Bay Area most of my life Ubisoft did an amazing job highlighting the key parts of the various cities. I felt like I was running and driving around home! On my laptop it ran pretty smoothly most of the time with hiccups in FPS here or there that minorly hampered the experience. At one point it glitched out during the mission complete cut scene and made me repeat a pretty long mission which was annoying. Mission types are pretty much rinse and repeat the same few types of mission and aren't nearly as creative at GTA 5. However, the characters were very likable and 100X better than Aiden Pearce. As a group they seemed like a real-world group of friends. The story was nothing to write home about. The villain was like a watered down Bond Villain in that he's intelligent, capable and taken seriously from start to finish rather than being made a full of like in some games. However, overall the game doesn't take itself too seriously with a lot of light hearted humor. Top to bottom this is an average-good game. Fun to knock out over a weekend and never touch again.… Expand
  79. tsakiym
    Dec 12, 2016
    7
    defiantly better than the first one. the story falls a little bit short, uninterested and the vibe doesn't feel so movie or something. i like the city and i loved the so many different ways you can approach any mission. from the other hand the missions are repetitive. music, clothing, guns, cars atc. i think are uninspired. not the strong suite of ubisoft. still a good game but nothing more.
  80. simon1854
    Dec 29, 2016
    7
    Enjoyed the first one and enjoyed this. The biggest problem is that its not GTA5 but not many games are, I would say its GTA5-lite so if you're into that then you should enjoy it. GFX are good but running animation is a bit pants.

    Games have to be fun and this in the main is mostly. you can dip in and out of online games and there is enough there to pick up for 5 minutes or for an hour.    Enjoyed the first one and enjoyed this. The biggest problem is that its not GTA5 but not many games are, I would say its GTA5-lite so if you're into that then you should enjoy it. GFX are good but running animation is a bit pants.

    Games have to be fun and this in the main is mostly. you can dip in and out of online games and there is enough there to pick up for 5 minutes or for an hour.

    Using the radio controlled toys are good too.

    Downside is that police do get aggravated too easily which is a bug bear when they ram you too much despite turning them inside out they will always be there in a chase, i generally give up now rather than go through the laborious process of the chase.

    Also the missions are a little easy and you don't really have to use hacks, but for more enjoyment try and avoid reverting to guns.

    I was expecting a bit more mini-games on the hacking side.    … Expand
  81. IONOSGAMES
    May 11, 2017
    7
    Es un juego mejorable, sigue teniendo los mismos bugs que la parte original. Mejora mucho la primera parte, con una estetica mas colorida y una ciudad mucho mas viva. Un protagonista mas vivo y carismatico con una historia algo mas interesante. Los fallos graficos abundan en este juego, consigue de alguna forma lo que queria, asemejarse un poco mas al GTA.
  82. KayVen17
    Jan 11, 2017
    7
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 74/100
    Mein User Score = 7/10    … Expand
  83. blackninja314
    Apr 8, 2018
    7
    Watch Dogs 2 is good as an open world game, but not so good or rewarding as a stealth game. I will admit that this game is way better than the previous game, that's not saying much. The story is really good, but has a pretty disappointing ending. Main character is cool and very awesome, but his backstory is unfortunately not so great. They barely mention his past and don't do anything withWatch Dogs 2 is good as an open world game, but not so good or rewarding as a stealth game. I will admit that this game is way better than the previous game, that's not saying much. The story is really good, but has a pretty disappointing ending. Main character is cool and very awesome, but his backstory is unfortunately not so great. They barely mention his past and don't do anything with it or give me a reason to care. Their motives is also just fine. Not bad, but not good either. It's just okay. Open world is beautiful and there is a lot to do, don't expect it to be as immersive or have a lot of content compared to other open world games. It's very fun and I really enjoyed it. Missions are also a lot more fun than Watch Dogs 1. However, I strongly dislike the enemy AI, mainly because of how difficult and questionable they are. Antagonist is also kinda forgettable. Music is pretty good and in a way, it's better than before. Overall, it's great, but could be better.… Expand
  84. RossumEcho
    Nov 16, 2016
    7
    I got this game early after pre-ordering (like 5 days early....) and while it's definitely an improvement from Watch Dogs 1, its definitely not perfect. The other reviews barely touch on the main issues of the game, they only give it the rating with out really going into why (ugh).

    You CAN play the game in lethal mod, but its honestly way too easy when I tried it. If i did, I think    I got this game early after pre-ordering (like 5 days early....) and while it's definitely an improvement from Watch Dogs 1, its definitely not perfect. The other reviews barely touch on the main issues of the game, they only give it the rating with out really going into why (ugh).

    You CAN play the game in lethal mod, but its honestly way too easy when I tried it. If i did, I think I'd have a different take on it. As far as I can see, there's no real consequences from playing stealth vs non-stealth. I'm not entirely finished the game as I am trying to go through all the sidequests, but the more I play it, the more I become bored, but at the same time the more I want to explore.

    Things I love:
    - The premise and setting of the game. It's very much targeted towards up and coming tech, like being able to 3D print weapons, having control of a drone and RC jumper in missions which is so cool to use. The city is beautiful and feels so alive.

    - The availability of weapons and ways to play through the missions. It IS in fact possible to do the majority of missions with out even stepping into the danger zone and you have a huge arsenal at your disposal.

    - The references in the plot to our tech culture and pop culture references, like taking revenge on WD2 version of Martin Shrikelli, Silicon Valley references, and so on.

    - Its harder. They've centralized hacking to be more puzzle like, and then made the puzzles are harder. Collecting and finding things are harder. It's actually a challenge, whereas in WD1 its "go rambo mode, press a button here, complete mission." I think the game is only a challenge if you go stealth.

    Things I dont love:

    - Some of the side-mission plots, or hell even some of the main plots don't make a whole lot of sense. Some mission are really fun and run parallel to our world (like say, having a Scientology-like church exist) and are really satisfying to do, but others are questionable and its like "why is this hacker group doing this again?"

    - There are STILL "go to this point here, collect this thing" kind of stuff. No more of Ubisofts "do this to reveal section of the map" but ugh. Some of it is hidden as well, where you have to take a picture of the landmark. In some ways its cool as in "oh hey cool look at this SF landmark they put into the game" but when you're in a car chase or you accidentally drive by it, now its like "ugh I have to find a way back here somehow to collect this thingy".

    Bit of Both:
    - No consequences from playing stealth vs non-stealth. No changes in plot, no changes in XP ("followers") amount. You can play either or style. In some ways this is good because it really gives you the freedom to really do whatever you want. But considering how freaking overpowered you get, non-stealth would be super easy mode.

    - Most of the missions are all essentially the same. Get into building - hack the things - get out. It gets extremely repetitive. Main mission and side missions are all the same thing.

    So, I DID get it during amazons E3 sale, so I didn't buy it at full price. While I didn't regret my purchase, I would probably be more upset if this had costed me more.    … Expand
  85. Z0mbG
    Nov 17, 2016
    7
    It's good but its no GTA. I've played less than 10 hours of it but I can already see repetition emerging and I'm wondering if I'll bother finishing missions like the graffiti one. You drive somewhere climb a building, hold triangle for a couple of seconds then repeat over and over. Another issue is the driving, its far too forgiving, you can crash a motorbike into a truck on the highwayIt's good but its no GTA. I've played less than 10 hours of it but I can already see repetition emerging and I'm wondering if I'll bother finishing missions like the graffiti one. You drive somewhere climb a building, hold triangle for a couple of seconds then repeat over and over. Another issue is the driving, its far too forgiving, you can crash a motorbike into a truck on the highway and stay on the bike, it takes a lot of effort to actually fall off the thing.

    I quite like the story so far and the main characters seem well written at this point. The missions seem to be the problem, there doesn't seem to be a whole lot of depth. Even the missions that have a bit of puzzle solving to them are kind of easy and repetitive. In some cases it seems like a telltale games type story where you just have to press a button and watch the cut scene. It seems to be lacking a sense that the gamer is capable of performing complex tasks and it takes that away from you by getting you to press triangle and the system performs the action.

    There is plenty of novelty value in the game and the knight rider inspired mission was a really good set piece if a little uncomplicated. San Francisco looks great and its fun to explore, you do get a sense of scale without it taking ages to get from A-to-B. The police seem a bit oblivious, I saw a guy was being pulled over on his bike, I took the bike and no one chased me even though there were about 3 or 4 police cars around.

    There is one final thing that bugs me, the cars you steal disappear! I parked up went in a went through a cut scene came back out and the car was gone. This has happened many times and is really annoying when you have to spend the next couple of minutes trying to hijack another vehicle.

    As its early in the game there is a chance the missions will get more difficult but I'm not sure. Overall I like the game but if I didn't have it I'd certainly wait till it comes down in the sales. I have a feeling it might fall in price quickly.    … Expand
  86. jp2c
    Nov 17, 2016
    7
    i bought the game because i liked the first one. played it for a few hours now and i think the score given by ign is too generous. driving is awfull. the car sounds like an arcade game from the 80's. you can't even jump with the character. wtf?!?!you can jump over objects by moving forward and pressing R2. there is no button for jumping independently. I find myself stuck infront of a pilei bought the game because i liked the first one. played it for a few hours now and i think the score given by ign is too generous. driving is awfull. the car sounds like an arcade game from the 80's. you can't even jump with the character. wtf?!?!you can jump over objects by moving forward and pressing R2. there is no button for jumping independently. I find myself stuck infront of a pile of rocks, trying to climb, but could'nt. i had to walk around. as for the driving, i compared the wd1 to gta 4. back then it was a nice game. comparing wd2 to gtav, as i said, it is awfull. i know wd2 is not a racing game and not a shooting game. i'm still working on figuring out what kind of game is it. after a few hours , i just went back to gta v online to blow of some steam :)… Expand
  87. Bones93
    Nov 20, 2016
    7
    Amazing open world, great mission design, in depth characters and most importantly FUN. Watch dogs 2 is everything the 1st (which i didn't like) should have been. Simply put game of the year.
  88. Kasperthegod
    Nov 30, 2016
    7
    Entertaining game overall had some good fun with it! The world is a little boring and repetitive after awhile though and I wish there was more customisation to the cars like they did with the clothes. My other issue with the game is that the feel of driving is below average and doesn't even feel that great driving a high end sports car. The game does have some cool missions and charactersEntertaining game overall had some good fun with it! The world is a little boring and repetitive after awhile though and I wish there was more customisation to the cars like they did with the clothes. My other issue with the game is that the feel of driving is below average and doesn't even feel that great driving a high end sports car. The game does have some cool missions and characters and the invasion multiplayer mode can be a ton of fun. Overall I would recommend this game if you wanted something kind of similar to gtav with its own twist. Just don't expect it to be as polished and exhilarating as GTAV was the first time you played it.… Expand
  89. Panzidane
    Mar 21, 2017
    7
    Sim, o jogo evoluiu. Mas só isso, mesmo, só isso. O jogo continua limitado e feio. Sua movimentação é estranha e as leis da física são completamente refutadas pela Ubisoft. A trama é mais fraca do que a do primeiro jogo, que já era genericamente ruim. O jogo conseguiu certo destaque devido ao fraco ano de 2016. Recomendo caso já tenha jogado tudo que há de bom de 2017 e 2016. O jogo não éSim, o jogo evoluiu. Mas só isso, mesmo, só isso. O jogo continua limitado e feio. Sua movimentação é estranha e as leis da física são completamente refutadas pela Ubisoft. A trama é mais fraca do que a do primeiro jogo, que já era genericamente ruim. O jogo conseguiu certo destaque devido ao fraco ano de 2016. Recomendo caso já tenha jogado tudo que há de bom de 2017 e 2016. O jogo não é a redenção e sim uma pequena evolução. Vamos ver a sequencia se finalmente teremos algo útil ou só mais um jogo genérico e de qualidade questionável da parte da Ubisoft.… Expand
  90. davidplays3
    Mar 22, 2017
    7
    The game was kind of fun at the beggining but then it was really repetitive got bored really quick of this game after completing it not much to do really after you complete it unless you trying to get the platinum trophy
  91. Marxowski
    Oct 7, 2017
    7
    Marcus is an interesting and fun to use character, the overall game is good and I adore the gameplay, but the replay value is non-existing and the DLC’ were boring. But I can still recommend it.
  92. Dalray3s
    Jun 6, 2018
    7
    Puntos positivos:
    -El personaje tiene algo más de carisma
    -está lleno de posibilidades y siempre tienes muchas cosas que hacer -Gráficamente es una bestia -posibilidades de personalización -Los puzzles son ingeniosos aunque algo fáciles Puntos negativos: -variedad de armas -variedad de vehículos -una historia cogida con pinzas -falta de profundidad en el protagonista Es un    Puntos positivos:
    -El personaje tiene algo más de carisma
    -está lleno de posibilidades y siempre tienes muchas cosas que hacer
    -Gráficamente es una bestia
    -posibilidades de personalización
    -Los puzzles son ingeniosos aunque algo fáciles

    Puntos negativos:
    -variedad de armas
    -variedad de vehículos
    -una historia cogida con pinzas
    -falta de profundidad en el protagonista

    Es un juego para disfrutar aún con sus lagunas, una gran mejora respecto al original.    … Expand
  93. alexslork
    Nov 3, 2019
    7
    Не плохо. Но в конце нет желания продолжения. Обычная. ПОстная.
  94. Luahanseng
    Jul 18, 2021
    7
    Game Completed on PS5
    Date Completed : July 18, 2021
    Playing Hours : 25 hrs When you play it for the first time, The whole experience may feel like an upgrade from GTAV but everything will change after playing half way through the game you will realize this isn't vast at all in fact it is small and limited you will realize this from how not good the physics is, The vehicles    Game Completed on PS5
    Date Completed : July 18, 2021
    Playing Hours : 25 hrs

    When you play it for the first time, The whole experience may feel like an upgrade from GTAV but everything will change after playing half way through the game you will realize this isn't vast at all in fact it is small and limited you will realize this from how not good the physics is, The vehicles available in the world it is actually very limited, And the world is not as dynamic as it seems. After couple of hours, It is not a GTA5 experience, its an RPG with an attempt to be an open world game. If you are looking for an RPG with a little twist of GTA5, then this is your game. But if you are expecting new GTA5 experience, this is not it. Going to the most i hate, The radio track is so bad and dumb. very lazy attempt. What i do like about the game is RPG side, The hacker feel is very immersive and surprisingly its not at all repetitive.

    Story/Narrative : 8/10
    Gameplay : 8/10
    Sound/Music : 5/10
    Fun Factor : 8/10
    Graphics : 8/10
    Replayability : 5/10
    Progression System : 7/10    … Expand
  95. BradMorgan
    Sep 9, 2019
    7
    I liked WD2 way more than the first one. The concept of a hacker group felt right in the sunny world of San Fransico. The missions were fun but sometimes repetitive. Huge negative point were the driving mechanics. It was so bad yet a crucial part of the gameplay. The story was a little thin and characters needed a bit more background but after all a nice experience.
  96. InCoPoEx
    Jan 20, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played it for the story which was pretty decent. The characters were move alive than Aiden Pierce from the first game but I just found them annoying, except Ray he was pretty decent. Driving was fun but very sluggish, GTA 5 feels more refined in that aspect. Sneaking and gunfights is where I hated this game, it seems like with or without Autoaim i could not get this down, it really failed, again GTA 5 was much more refined in the way it performed combat. Soundtrack was killer and was the different types of hacks you could do. I loved controlling cars to create chaos. All in all it was worth a play and an easy platinum.… Expand
  97. _JeanMarcos_
    Jun 20, 2020
    7
    the game is ultra repetitive, all missions look the same, but it's a good game after all
  98. Rianj99
    Jul 1, 2020
    7
    Really, the 2 game in the Watch Dogs franchise from UBISOFT, manages to far surpass the 1, in graphic questions, evolution and choice and even very well made combinations of the characters, which manage to amuse the player, and entertain with the story in a way "light" and relaxed, so even though I expected more from the graphics, I had a lot of fun playing Watch Dogs 2, making it a goodReally, the 2 game in the Watch Dogs franchise from UBISOFT, manages to far surpass the 1, in graphic questions, evolution and choice and even very well made combinations of the characters, which manage to amuse the player, and entertain with the story in a way "light" and relaxed, so even though I expected more from the graphics, I had a lot of fun playing Watch Dogs 2, making it a good game, but one that lacks the physics and bugs that hinder gameplay and the game itself.… Expand
  99. martinho_99
    Mar 11, 2022
    7
    Quite okay but I don't like the "fresh and colorful" new look. I wish they kept the dark tone of the first game.
  100. Agslynx
    Jul 18, 2020
    7
    Avant tout propos je tiens à féliciter les développeurs pour l’originalité de la licence et le courage pour aborder un thème aussi important. Franchement je suis un grand fan d’Ubisoft et particulièrement de celle licence (surtout le pour le côté infiltration et code). J’ai beaucoup aimé le 1er opus pour sa maturité et son histoire mais bien évidemment j’avais pris soin de ne pasAvant tout propos je tiens à féliciter les développeurs pour l’originalité de la licence et le courage pour aborder un thème aussi important. Franchement je suis un grand fan d’Ubisoft et particulièrement de celle licence (surtout le pour le côté infiltration et code). J’ai beaucoup aimé le 1er opus pour sa maturité et son histoire mais bien évidemment j’avais pris soin de ne pas m’approcher des missions secondaires assez épuisantes.

    Parlons de Watch dogs 2... On ne peut refaire la roue, mais je crois qu’il fallait garder Aiden (même le faire mourir ) et introduire Marcus. On aurait eu plus d’émotions et une belle continuité. Avec Marcus on a gagné en agilité mais on a perdu l’histoire et la belle maturité.

    Les points positifs :
    +Une orientation plus infiltration
    +Une belle Map
    +la customisation (vêtements + voiture)

    Les points faibles
    -Les missions secondaires mal embarquées et donc moins intéressantes
    -L’interface avec les applications bien pensé mais mal exploité
    - Le gros point noir c’est l’histoire. C’est en fait la faiblesse d’Ubisoft à mon avis contrairement aux jeux produits par Naughty dog et Rockstar. L’histoire n’est pas mauvaise mais à aucun moment on est transporté. On ne s’identifie pas au personnage ... L’histoire est plate. Je m’attendais à plus de tension notamment avec le PDG de Blulme mais je suis resté sur ma fin. quel dommage !!!    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 95 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 89 out of 95
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 95
  3. Negative: 0 out of 95
  1. BaziCenter
    Feb 14, 2017
    80
    Despite a few flaws, Watch Dogs 2 delivers where the original game failed. The game has improved on every aspect and provides a vibrant city with lots of hacking fun. The story is dull without any special moments but the immersive open world with lots of quests will keep you entertained.
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  2. TrueGaming
    Jan 15, 2017
    85
    Watch Dogs 2 brilliantly solves the main issue the first game had while providing a world full of enjoyable missions. We faced some problems with the camera, especially during the car race. We also faced some issues with connectivity and online play. In the end, Watch Dogs 2 is a game that delivers in most aspects and provides hours of enjoyable content.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Jan 8, 2017
    70
    Despite the MP issues, Watch Dogs 2 hacks this series back on track with its gorgeous locales, and silly emergent fun. Marcus isn’t *quite* our cup of tea, but he sure beats the hell out of the last guy. [January 2016, p71]
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