Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2

 Xbox 360
User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 102 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 102
  2. Mixed: 31 out of 102
  3. Negative: 12 out of 102
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  1. Cinemachine
    Feb 17, 2013
    8
    I loved this game, it was just as good, if not better than the first. The story was great and the large roster of characters you could play as was awesome. Be for warned, if you pick it up now, it's a great game to play through, but if you are looking to fill those multiplayer achievements you are going to need a friend with the game because nobody is playing this on xbl anymore.
  2. AdamS
    Sep 16, 2009
    9
    MUA2 improves in so many ways! It tightens up the graphics, improves on the story (having to choose sides was harder than I thought it would be), and I think creates a better power upgrade system. In MUA1 I was always spending points on useless powers while waiting for the "real, higher level abilities". Now, in MUA2, it doesn't feel like there are any throw-away abilities. Each MUA2 improves in so many ways! It tightens up the graphics, improves on the story (having to choose sides was harder than I thought it would be), and I think creates a better power upgrade system. In MUA1 I was always spending points on useless powers while waiting for the "real, higher level abilities". Now, in MUA2, it doesn't feel like there are any throw-away abilities. Each ability tied to a character feels like something they might actually use in a fight. A few gripes include slowly unlocking characters as the game progresses. I felt like I couldn't really build the team that I really wanted to until about half-way through the game. My only other gripe is the replacement of "equipment" with medals/boosts for the whole team. I liked trying to find the right boost for each character in MUA1. Also, I'm hoping for some characters to be added via DLC, as well as more costumes (one alternate costume, really?) But gripes aside, this game improves in every way from the original. The combat is tighter, the fusions are fun to explore and execute, the camera is way better (usually), the graphics are finally up-to-snuff with HD gaming. I'd recommend this for anyone who's a comic fan or a top-down RPG-light fan!… Expand
  3. RavenWolfx
    Sep 17, 2009
    8
    For the most part, this is a pretty sweet game. It is fun with multiple people, the fusions are cool, and the story is interesting. The downsides, though, are a bit annoying. There aren't nearly as many characters to choose from nor as many powers. The game developers focused too much on the fusions and let the individual's powers slide. Also, there aren't nearly as many For the most part, this is a pretty sweet game. It is fun with multiple people, the fusions are cool, and the story is interesting. The downsides, though, are a bit annoying. There aren't nearly as many characters to choose from nor as many powers. The game developers focused too much on the fusions and let the individual's powers slide. Also, there aren't nearly as many simulation discs or costumes to find or unlock, which is disappointing. Overall, the game is fun, but it could have been much better.… Expand
  4. thinktankak69
    Jul 20, 2012
    8
    Good game, solid gameplay, lots of things to unlock and keep you playing. I enjoyed the story, the plot was right down my ally. Worth a play if your into some mindless action, there is a lot to read in game if your interested in the lore as well.
  5. Kaprawiec
    Aug 10, 2016
    8
    I review this years after playing, so ill rate it for what I remember: fun beat'em up with set of great heroes from Marvel universe. A bit too repetitive but definitely worth checking out for fans of Marvel. Especially fun when played in co-op. Just like the M:UA 1.
  6. Adubis27
    Mar 20, 2018
    8
    8.6/10, this game isn't as good as I remember it being, but still good nonetheless. Marvel fans will be able to find enjoyment in this game.
  7. Rubiales
    Apr 15, 2020
    8
    As a real fan from Marvel i totally love this hame, is a dream come true, play with many different characters from the Marvel Universe and the possibility of doing combos between them is something special. Highly recommended game specially for superhero fans.
  8. PatrykG
    Mar 20, 2013
    10
    This game is really special, because it's one of the few video-game sequels to beat the original.
    MUA2 is one of my favourite games of all time, the graphics are great, the story is the best thing about the game, it's boss battles are awesome and the characters are awesome. The fusion thing and the different outfits are awesome, the four powers each character can use. The soundtrack is    This game is really special, because it's one of the few video-game sequels to beat the original.
    MUA2 is one of my favourite games of all time, the graphics are great, the story is the best thing about the game, it's boss battles are awesome and the characters are awesome. The fusion thing and the different outfits are awesome, the four powers each character can use. The soundtrack is one of the best in a video-game. MUA2 is better than MUA1 and it gets 10/10.    … Expand
  9. JasonG
    Oct 8, 2009
    9
    Despite its mixed reviews... I really love this game. I have been a fan of this series (X-Men Legends, X-Men Legends 2 and Marvel Ultimate Alliance), I found this game to be an improvement I nearly every way. It looks better, plays better and has a mostly great story (the last Act is a bit weak). The only real complaint I have is there are a lot of characters that would be great in this Despite its mixed reviews... I really love this game. I have been a fan of this series (X-Men Legends, X-Men Legends 2 and Marvel Ultimate Alliance), I found this game to be an improvement I nearly every way. It looks better, plays better and has a mostly great story (the last Act is a bit weak). The only real complaint I have is there are a lot of characters that would be great in this title. Some who were in the first one and I miss (Dr. Strange, Hawkeye, Magneto, and Ghost Rider) and some who would be new to the Marvel Ultimate Alliance series (Punisher, War Machine, Cable, Omega Red, Archangel, Vision, Scarlet Witch and Beast). And they should have kept the 4 costumes for each character like Ultimate Alliance had.… Expand
  10. BatSasha52
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    One of the best childhood games. The costume designs are also very good. Cinematic level.

Awards & Rankings

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#91 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#37 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#30 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2009

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Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 75 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 75
  2. Mixed: 36 out of 75
  3. Negative: 0 out of 75
  1. GamingTrend
    88
    One could sum up my issues with Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 by the liberties that were taken with both the story and the characters. It's the only thing in my mind that keeps the game from being truly great, because the gameplay mechanics and leveling system are really top-notch.
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  2. 1UP
    67
    But ultimately, even though a lot of things about MUA2 aggravate me, the moment-to-moment gameplay of superheroes beating the crap out of robots/mutants/soldiers with fists, mystical hammers, repulsor rays, giant tongues, and what-have-you feels solid and enjoyable.
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  3. GameZone
    85
    While the combat is a bit too much on the button mashing side, the RPG elements are solidly implemented and the different stories make for a branching experience that hardcore Marvel fans should check out.
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