Crysis 2

 Xbox 360
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 72 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 66 out of 72
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 72
  3. Negative: 0 out of 72
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  1. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    Apr 20, 2011
    74
    A superb technical showcase, but the engine will be put to bolder use in time. [June 2011, p.85]
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  2. Gamekult
    Apr 1, 2011
    70
    Quotation forthcoming.
  3. Telegraph
    Mar 24, 2011
    70
    The AI is one of Crysis 2's biggest problems. It's utterly atrocious, to the point of parody at times.
  5. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Apr 25, 2011
    60
    Like playing through a slideshow of a friend's apocalyptic holiday snaps: beautiful at first, but you'll be tired of it by the end. [Issue#71, p.80]
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  6. GamerNode
    Apr 6, 2011
    60
    Crysis 2 does little to create new material in the genre, though it cobbles together disparate gameplay elements that do create a level of interest that another modern Middle East liberation sim can't.
  7. GameShark
    Apr 6, 2011
    50
    I don't mean to say that Crysis 2 isn't competent. It is. It's a perfectly bog-standard, uninspired, derivative, middle-of-the-road, ultimately incomprehensible, attractive enough, buy-it-used-if-you-must shooter that no one will remember by summer.

Awards & Rankings

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#27 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#19 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#44 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 605 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 404 out of 605
  2. Mixed: 137 out of 605
  3. Negative: 64 out of 605
  1. TwilightSonata
    Mar 22, 2011
    10
    Just like its predecessor, its visuals are top-notch, especially on the machine it's running on; the Xbox 360. As for the core game, however,Just like its predecessor, its visuals are top-notch, especially on the machine it's running on; the Xbox 360. As for the core game, however, I was initially disappointed about the nanosuit's power being reduced to stealth and armour. That quickly changed, however. Having a button for each made switching between the two far more fluid than Crysis 1. On top of this, it adds a lovely twist and breath of fresh air to what is essentially your typical combat multiplayer affair. That being said, it is a step down from the large scale frantic antics of the original. But it's this added layer of depth to the tried and tested 'CoD-style' multiplayer offering that lends it an advantage.

    But it was the single-player, like its predecessor, I bought it for. The original garnered some criticism to its rather basic plot, but having never seen it done so well, or in a videogame for that matter, it didn't hinder the experience one bit. Crysis 2, however, propels the Crysis universe onto a whole new level. It's obvious a hell of a lot more thought has been put into it. It's more complex, deeper and smart and makes for infinitely more compelling game. Couple this with the unique and shockingly-real depiction of an 'apocalyptic' New York and well... I can't even begin to explain how awesome it is.    … Full Review »
  2. HaVoK308
    Mar 22, 2011
    10
    So the nerd thing now is too give games you did not play low scores. Fanboys...how they are ruining Gaming more and more everyday. They did itSo the nerd thing now is too give games you did not play low scores. Fanboys...how they are ruining Gaming more and more everyday. They did it to Dragon Age 2, They tried to do it at Bulletstorm and others and now its Crysis 2's turn. Troll reviews is all they are and I would hope people have enough intelligence to ignore them.

    Metacritic is destroying the industry! Think different? You are indeed an ignorant fool.    … Full Review »
  3. Qwik
    Mar 22, 2011
    8
    I have never been a fan of 3D in games or home movies, but this game has changed my view on that entirely. The 3D implementation in this gameI have never been a fan of 3D in games or home movies, but this game has changed my view on that entirely. The 3D implementation in this game is absolutely amazing and must be seen to be believed. The games graphics remain top notch and they have simplified the switching/suit very well compare to Crysis 1. The combat is fun, exciting and in-line with today's best games. I had little hope for the game because of Crysis 1 but I'm super happy to see a console version of the game and give this top rating.… Full Review »
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