Dead Island 2

 PlayStation 5
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 341 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 236 out of 341
  2. Mixed: 53 out of 341
  3. Negative: 52 out of 341
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  1. GTAman
    Apr 30, 2023
    10
    The most fun I've had playing a coop game in a long time. If you like zombie games and playing in coop with your friends, I highly recommend playing Dead Island 2. I loved the first games and this one is in many aspects much better. It runs super well on PS5 and looks fantastic.
  2. Steyraus
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Finally a game for dudes. A game made for the majority red blooded hetro majority that is gaming audiences. This is a game that prioritises Fun and being bad arse over all else, like games use to do before games had to be designed to keep the player playing and trying to draw money out their pockets. Combat is , visceral, varied and addictive . The map and progression keeps you engaged.
    LA    Finally a game for dudes. A game made for the majority red blooded hetro majority that is gaming audiences. This is a game that prioritises Fun and being bad arse over all else, like games use to do before games had to be designed to keep the player playing and trying to draw money out their pockets. Combat is , visceral, varied and addictive . The map and progression keeps you engaged.
    LA is a Gorgeous place for the mayhem and blood sheed Dead Island 2 encourages. Visually and artistically one of the most beutiful games I've seen thus gen..Had a blast messing around with elements and weopens to create the most insane zombie destruction possible.    … Expand
  3. Daimoz
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    If u like slashing zombie games u will be like at home ,but if u like deep story with some deeper combat mechanics u will not.
  4. 5cps
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Great gameplay, graphics everything. Snowflakes, stop complaining about your broken life and grow up, this is a GOOD game.
  5. sternone
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    I am really having a blast and the coop works great! loving the game and the maps it's just a lot of fun
  6. JacoBee93
    May 2, 2023
    10
    Best slasher in years. Head and shoulders above many top tier games in terms of fun
  7. waddon1
    Jun 19, 2023
    10
    An unexpectedly fun game. When I played Dead Island 2 I was not expecting to have as much fun as I did. I played Dambuster's previous game Homefront The Revolution and it was one of the worst games I have ever played. This on the other hand, is one of the most polished and fun zombie games around. I felt burned after playing Dying Light 2 which did not live up to the original. Whereas DeadAn unexpectedly fun game. When I played Dead Island 2 I was not expecting to have as much fun as I did. I played Dambuster's previous game Homefront The Revolution and it was one of the worst games I have ever played. This on the other hand, is one of the most polished and fun zombie games around. I felt burned after playing Dying Light 2 which did not live up to the original. Whereas Dead Island 2 far surpasses the others in the series. Overall I fully recommend it to anyone looking for a fun zombie game with a decent story, also very fun alone or with friends. My personal GOTY so far.… Expand
  8. RolandOG
    Apr 29, 2023
    10
    Love it- looks great and extremely entertaining. Could have been better without the last gen support and UE4, but there will be the next one. Played through as Jacob and found him to actually be funny, which is refreshing after a lot of boring, cringy characters in other recent games. The zombie gore is disgustingly detailed, and there’s no shortage of ways to take them on, either withLove it- looks great and extremely entertaining. Could have been better without the last gen support and UE4, but there will be the next one. Played through as Jacob and found him to actually be funny, which is refreshing after a lot of boring, cringy characters in other recent games. The zombie gore is disgustingly detailed, and there’s no shortage of ways to take them on, either with weapons or the world. Overall, I think this game is highly underrated. I decided to wait to look at reviews until after I played through, and I’m pretty shocked at the negativity. I was expecting an 80 at least. I know it sounds cliche, but I think reviews absolutely are rigged and bought. Just keep doing what you do and I’ll keep buying your games.… Expand
  9. Bashyboyy
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    This game was definitely worth the wait, its pure zombie killing fun with amazing gore mechanics and a really vibrant setting.
  10. LoganSowers
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Pays respect to Dead Island 1 and Dead Island Riptide without overstepping. It improves on the first 2 games in every aspect imaginable, to the phenomenal graphics, realistic gore, melee and gunplay. I will gladly be replaying this game.
  11. AndreCerk
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    Da um show em Dyng light 2, DY2 foi muito chato e repetitivo, ja DI2 e muito divertido, Di2 consegue ser tudo o que DY2 não conseguiu ser...
  12. Mrfafa
    May 9, 2023
    10
    10/10
  13. EstleJ26
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Not a thinker but lots of fun. Who doesn’t like chopping up zombies? If you’re unsure just wait for it to go on sale but it’s worth your time whenever you get it.
  14. PreVoLuTiioN
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    Wer den ersten Teil mochte wird auch diesen Lieben.
    Das kämpfen macht sehr spaß und auch die Haupt und Nebenquest sind sehr amüsant.
    Kann das Game jeden Zombie Fan empfehlen.
  15. Cyanic_gaming
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not understand how this game is sitting in the 70s right now! Anyone who doesn’t like this game or gave it a bad review has such a bad taste in video games! Dead island 2 is a 8.5/10 easy im just giving it a 10 because I don’t understand the hate! This is by far one of the best zombie games ever made and if I’m being honest one of the best coop games in years! From the fun combat, to the beautiful visuals to the crazy gore system and impressive performance across the board with no bugs, no glitches, no issues, this game is just a product of surprise! You have interesting and fun systems like the Fury mode which turns you into a zombie, the guns feel amazing, when you slice away flesh or break bones you see it and thanks to the ps5 you even feel it! Sure the story can be iffy but this game isn’t meant for story! This game is meant to be played with friends for fun and meant to be such a zombie paradise! No one should knock this game hard for having a goofy story when the game is literally meant to be nothing but goofy bloody fun! I’ll even say this game blows dying mid 2 out of the water story and gameplay wise! Even the upgrade system is wild, it allows you to drag loot you love for how ever long you want, upgrading it and keeping it relevant no matter your rank, meaning you never have to give up loot you love! Being able to put attributes on your guns like electric ammo with more crit damage, faster reload and tons of other attributes is amazing and gives this game such a rich gun gameplay element both dyinglight 1/2 and dead island 1/riptide were missing! Even the areas in this game were designed perfectly and feel refreshing to explore and loot, a lot of ppl say they wish this was open world, man not me….I am glad this game is linear, it feels a lot more fun and a lot more on edge when you have these tight areas to face zombies in! I can’t just stress how much I love and enjoy this game! All in all this is one of the best games in the market in 2023 to just kick back and play with your friends, it feels like a modern Xbox 360 experience in the best way possible and while this review was probably more of me just rambling I hope you support these devs, pay the 70$ or **** atleast buy it on sale and just enjoy it as much as I am! Happy surviving zombie slayers … Expand
  16. Sweetcheesus
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    It's honestly everything I hoped it would be and you can't fully realize how great this is compared to Dead Island unless you play it right after finishing the first one which is exactly what my wife and I did. The graphics (I'm on PS5) are fantastic, HDR lighting looks superb, and the game runs at a solid 60fps with a motion blur toggle which is a really big deal for those who get motionIt's honestly everything I hoped it would be and you can't fully realize how great this is compared to Dead Island unless you play it right after finishing the first one which is exactly what my wife and I did. The graphics (I'm on PS5) are fantastic, HDR lighting looks superb, and the game runs at a solid 60fps with a motion blur toggle which is a really big deal for those who get motion sickness from it.

    The gameplay feels really good, combat is super crunchy and impactful, and exploration is most definitely rewarded. The gore system is unbelievably grotesque and detailed. Playing this with friends definitely makes the experience even more fun. I've been playing the past couple days with my wife and buddy and it's been a really great time. The open world has been reduced to somewhat open hub areas that have quite a bit of content.

    Overall, I absolutely love what the game offers. It's the most optimized third party title I've played at launch in a very long time which is refreshing. If you like zombies, action, copious amounts of gore, and being able to play with friends, then this is the perfect game. LOVE IT.    … Expand
  17. Francyz
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    The best zombie game of the last 5 years. Fun gameplay and story complements the game.
  18. CarloMoretti
    Jun 8, 2023
    10
    Great Story with an open ending but nice gore effects. Love it! Salute to the developers who did a great job, running the game smooth on the console!
  19. MetaViljo
    May 3, 2023
    10
    Super well made zombie game, fun to play everyway. Thunderous audio and look incredible on qd oled very sharp and detailed.
  20. Play5E
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    El mejor juego de zombies que existe en este momento.
    Muy recomendable y divertido, novel de gráficos un 10. Eso sí la mejor versión es en playstation 5.
  21. MirdanHammer
    Apr 30, 2023
    10
    Amazing game that builds on the original ideas from Dead Island 1 and Riptide. Highly recommend!
  22. NintendoIsEA
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Absolutely flawless, unlike Dying Light 2. Dying Light 2 was BORING as hell. Dead Island continues the cartoony action feel and delivers on a stunning yet goofy experience. The combat is punishing and can catch you off guard at any point. The world building is nearly perfect. Dambuster has always been top tier world builders.

    This is not meant to be a huge open world game filled with    Absolutely flawless, unlike Dying Light 2. Dying Light 2 was BORING as hell. Dead Island continues the cartoony action feel and delivers on a stunning yet goofy experience. The combat is punishing and can catch you off guard at any point. The world building is nearly perfect. Dambuster has always been top tier world builders.

    This is not meant to be a huge open world game filled with nonsense filler (like Dying Light 2) but more a linear game like Dead Island 1.

    The visuals are of the best we've seen in a game this year. The audio is incredible. The Presentation is flawless.

    The game is pretty much bug free. I have beaten it now 3 times on 3 different characters and have no once encountered a bug in any form. The Characters are all unique and full of personality, much like Dead Island 1. The replay ability is above average strictly due to the interesting and unique characters.

    The Flesh system brings the absolute best gore mechanics ever seen in a game. It's truly the most innovative gore system we've ever seen in a game. Dambuster absolutely deserves the recognition for this part regardless of how you feel about this game.

    Dambuster has proven themselves a viable studio for big games for years to come. I CAN'T WAIT FOR TIMESPLITTERS 4    … Expand
  23. maxpodolski
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    best gameplay and story, combat system very good! Awesome art-graphic and lights
  24. ankancr
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    A classic zombie game who was really fun to play with friends. Very nice graphic also.
  25. enesco18
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    dead island 2 best game and very very nice game dead island 2 better than dying light 2 action style is very very best
  26. TheReichster
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    People have been complaining about this game and I don't get it. First of all the graphics are truly next gen looking. The new gore system is super crunchy/juicy, love how you can disable enemies by taking out their legs !!!
    Devs added a few new moves to use in combat which I appreciate.
    I get some people want devs to reinvent the wheel with every entry but to that I say play a different    People have been complaining about this game and I don't get it. First of all the graphics are truly next gen looking. The new gore system is super crunchy/juicy, love how you can disable enemies by taking out their legs !!!
    Devs added a few new moves to use in combat which I appreciate.

    I get some people want devs to reinvent the wheel with every entry but to that I say play a different series, dead island 2 plays and feels like a dead island game. I wanted beautiful scenery, gore, cheesy acting to go along with kicking in zombie skulls and this game gives you just that.    … Expand
  27. Dusterberg
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    I've played just under 56 hours and it's just unbelievably awesome. The technology makes a solid impression and nothing stutters.
  28. EzHere
    Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Even though I’m rating the game a 10 out of 10, it’s still an exceptional game to be rated after spending 8-9 years in Development Heck/Hell
    I may have some things to criticize about Dead Island 2, but feels good to be played after years of being announced and delayed due to development teams changing
  29. Tomas95
    May 18, 2023
    10
    This game ist the best zombie Game Ever and my Favorit of the game of the year 2023
  30. HonestReviews66
    Jul 16, 2023
    10
    I thought this was a blast! 'Hell-A' is depicted in a brilliantly dark and cynical light. The graphics are gorgeous, the musical score is great. Yes the gameplay loop is somewhat monotonous, but what is does, it does very well. Slaying zombies has never felt better, with the weapons feeling weighty and satisfying. The guns could do with a little more kick to them, and maybe someI thought this was a blast! 'Hell-A' is depicted in a brilliantly dark and cynical light. The graphics are gorgeous, the musical score is great. Yes the gameplay loop is somewhat monotonous, but what is does, it does very well. Slaying zombies has never felt better, with the weapons feeling weighty and satisfying. The guns could do with a little more kick to them, and maybe some aim-assistance, though. The progression system is simple but sufficient, allowing you to focus on what really matters. You can easily stick to the main story, or venture out and complete optional side missions. Everything is nicely balanced. There are six characters to choose from and each one has their own entire dialogue recorded. Skills cards allow you to customise your approach. There are a couple of annoyances, such as med-kits not replenishing when you die and restart a check-point. Enemy variety is good, and the environment provides different ways to use elemental damage to your advantage, providing a tactical and strategic component to an otherwise straightforward, brutal gore-fest. I understand that this may not 're-invent the wheel,' but I personally feel it's almost perfect in what it does, and deserves extra credit given the development hell it's been through, having changed studios during production so many times. This game could have easily not existed. But I'm so glad it does. An absolute treat. Must play.… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 87 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 87
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 87
  3. Negative: 1 out of 87
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 23, 2024
    80
    Many will argue that there aren't enough enemy types, or that the weapon upgrades that underpin it all seem as if they came out of a decades-old game. And they'd be right. This is a game that follows a simple template. But it does so in a confessed way, and in the end the authors didn't promise anything beyond mindless and fun zombie slaughter. [Issue#327]
  2. PLAY
    Sep 16, 2023
    50
    Neat zombie bashing mechanics are woefully under-served as it loses its way more with each hour, making the shiny hyper-violence yawnworthy by the end. [Issue#27, p.68]
  3. Pocket-lint
    Jun 23, 2023
    80
    We've had a pretty great time messing up some zombies in Hell-A. Dead Island 2 doesn't shoot for the stars, and therefore ends up neither overpromising nor under-delivering, so if you liked the first game you're pretty certain to have a fun time here.
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