Dishonored 2

 Xbox One
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 803 Ratings

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  1. sityoazzdown
    Feb 26, 2021
    8
    Good game. A legit stealth game with different options to accomplish any mission. Fun power abilities, and exploration are generally satisfying with collectibles and powerups. Story has an interesting lore, but is overall a pretty straightforward one. I personally found the combat to be clunky, and underwhelming overall, in general just dreaded situations where combat was involved, andGood game. A legit stealth game with different options to accomplish any mission. Fun power abilities, and exploration are generally satisfying with collectibles and powerups. Story has an interesting lore, but is overall a pretty straightforward one. I personally found the combat to be clunky, and underwhelming overall, in general just dreaded situations where combat was involved, and would just save cheese and continue my low chaos gameplay. Overall gameplay is fine, but can still feel clunky, and controls sometimes feel imprecise. Game can also feel repetitive, but I think it's the nature of the genre, i also just wished the bonecharms that you get from exploring would've been more than just really minor passive bonuses. In the end, this is a decent- good game, where you'll enjoy it's stealth and magic elements, but I think people will find equal amounts of pro and con's throughout every game element in dishonored 2.
    -8.0/10    … Expand
  2. Nataraja
    May 21, 2018
    9
    I was fortunate enough to wait to play this game until all of the bugs (or at least the worst, game breaking ones) were removed. My biggest complaint lies with Bethesda and Zenimax as the publisher and their continual pushing of product out when it's clearly not ready. This half baked launch ethic really hurts games like Dishonored 2 - and I have taken the approach that I will wait atI was fortunate enough to wait to play this game until all of the bugs (or at least the worst, game breaking ones) were removed. My biggest complaint lies with Bethesda and Zenimax as the publisher and their continual pushing of product out when it's clearly not ready. This half baked launch ethic really hurts games like Dishonored 2 - and I have taken the approach that I will wait at least several months if not a year post release before playing a game published by them . With that being said, Arkane continues to build incredible games and wonderful worlds.

    TL;DNR

    Great stealth action title with options to play in a variety of ways, excellent gameplay mechanics, good sound with a few issues, excellent musical score, great art direction and a solid story within a well developed world with well developed characters. The big take away is, however, that Bethesda and Zenimax continue as publishers to push out product in an unfinished state and hurt their games BADLY by doing so and damage their development team's reputation. Arkane is a great developer and should be afforded the time to get it right on launch.

    Game Play

    Dishonored 2 plays very similarly to Dishonored and the gameplay is spot on for stealth action. While it is possible to play a more assault oriented style, it is, IMHO, more difficult than playing through in a stealth style - with the caveat that the ghost style - no detection and no deaths - is extremely difficult. I seem to default to an assault-non-lethal style of play (bodies get spotted, I get spotted, I just let you live...)

    Sound

    I have one big issue with the game and that is the occasional sound problem - and it happens at the worst time - being a distortion of source to reception volume. On occasion an enemy will sound like they are right next to you - when in fact they are some distance and even floors above or below you and this can be deceiving. While never coaxing me to my death (thank god for vision abilities) it does take away immersion and game flow. Besides those few times this cropped up the sound and music are phenomenal.

    Graphics

    Great graphical fidelity. I happen to really like its steampunk aesthetic and the world is very detailed and enjoyable to interact with and just look at.

    Story

    The story is well told. The writing is fantastic, with a lot of deep lore should you choose to read the myriad of books and notes found throughout the world.

    Voice

    The voice actors do a tremendous job and deliver great performances.    … Expand
  3. Nightlock
    Dec 27, 2017
    9
    Awesome sequel to an already awesome game, a very well developed story line with excellent game mechanics. This is one game that actually discourages violence if the player wants to have the best ending, at the same time give them a sense of accomplishment with finishing an levels without single casualty.
    Not to mention that they have created a very unique universe with great narrative.    Awesome sequel to an already awesome game, a very well developed story line with excellent game mechanics. This is one game that actually discourages violence if the player wants to have the best ending, at the same time give them a sense of accomplishment with finishing an levels without single casualty.
    Not to mention that they have created a very unique universe with great narrative. Well done Arkane studios.    … Expand
  4. Cedoch
    Jan 24, 2021
    10
    Très bon jeu ! Combats a l’épée intéressants. Beaucoup d’infiltration ! Vraiment un super jeu qui dure au moins 20h !
  5. Rubiales
    Apr 15, 2020
    8
    The sequel of one of the most surprising games from the past generation of consoles. A complete game that bring us the possibility to play with the protagonist of the first game, Corvo Attano, and with Emily Kaldwin, that will try to regain the throne that is usurped from her. A special game that is different from most of the games that you can find.
  6. The_Outsider
    Feb 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mini Spoiler Potentially?

    Dishonored is a great franchise. I love the lore, exploring all of the areas and finding the collectibles. The powers are awesome and the new game plus feature makes subsequent play throughs an absolute blast as you’re able to use your previously obtained runes to obtain all of the powers. Definitely worth playing.    … Expand
  7. irai16
    Dec 6, 2020
    8
    As a big fan of the first game, I would say this one is overall quite good, but a slight disappointment. The gameplay I'd probably say is a straight improvement, with the most appreciated additions being greater options for nonlethal play with Emily's powers; you don't feel like you're limiting yourself as much in a low chaos run. Overall though the gameplay additions are small, and moreAs a big fan of the first game, I would say this one is overall quite good, but a slight disappointment. The gameplay I'd probably say is a straight improvement, with the most appreciated additions being greater options for nonlethal play with Emily's powers; you don't feel like you're limiting yourself as much in a low chaos run. Overall though the gameplay additions are small, and more new stuff would have been nice. The setting is great, however; Karnaca is a lot more colorful and less depressing than Dunwall, with some particular standout levels like the Dust District/Manor level. Yet I found myself disappointed with the story; it just kinda fell flat by the end, with a really lame montage to wrap things up that doesn't even tie up all the loose ends. They basically made the same mistakes as they did with Dishonored 1's ending, which really confuses me. I think there's definitely lost potential here, but overall, it's a really fun game with excellent and refined gameplay, and remains at the top of the stealth genre.… Expand
  8. Stanley96
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    Jogo perfeito, Dishonored é aquele jogo que você zera com equele gostinho de querer uma sequência do jogo, super recomendo.
  9. Ostoza11
    Apr 19, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un gran juego, con una historia interesante, bien desarrollada y un gameplay agradable y bastante divertido. Poder escoger entre dos modos de juego, sigilo o ataque frontal, le da dinamismo al juego. Recomendable y divertido.… Expand
  10. AdrikD
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    I really like this game. There are many tools and ways to kill and enjoy the process.
  11. Dedztrok
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    One of the best games of stealth or if you decide "a first person shooter". You take the choice, how to proceed. Like the first game, but better. Brillant, for me, i love it. Play it, you have to.
  12. Donkz199
    Jul 17, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game with fantastic level design. Very imaginative. Story is good and the combat/stealth aspect of is top notch.
  13. Ravex788
    Jul 19, 2021
    10
    More of Dishonored with enough changes and tweaks to keep it new and interesting. The story continues from the first game and DLCs and is still amazing.
  14. Adgr1ma
    Sep 14, 2021
    10
    Amazing game, Just as good as the first one! Problem is that it runs on a bad engine.
  15. Deux67xues
    Dec 7, 2021
    10
    One of the most underrated games I've ever played. really good game, really good sequel to the amazing first game.
  16. Jumpjamp1
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    Great story and playthrough overall. You have different options in terms of completing objectives. In my case, I am more of an aggressive type causing alot of chaos in the game.
  17. CanerExodus
    Jan 18, 2022
    10
    Just the best game 2016 ! It's so mervellous full HD, with just amazing graphic, strong story, and strong univers. Best game ever realised ! And Collector edition are just amazing !! with corvo mask and emilyn ring !
  18. Achicken4
    Apr 26, 2022
    10
    Excellent game. I play Dishonored for the stealth mode, not the fight more, and I can't imagine otherwise.
  19. Hot_dude_bro451
    Apr 26, 2022
    10
    d1 & d2 will always have a special place in my heart. Sick game my brooooos.
  20. Lil0ngmusk
    Apr 26, 2022
    10
    very nice game, although the clockwork mansion is a challenge everything else is 10/10. almost every object you see in this game is interactive. def reccomend.
  21. Amishrbot0
    Jun 2, 2022
    10
    Very funny game. Art direction never fails. Story leaves you yearning for more. Take it however you like, I'm sure you'll be left wanting more.
  22. cchenders40
    Jul 27, 2022
    10
    The GOAT Stealth Game

    This game is flawless in world building, level design, combat freedom, story telling, character arcs, atmosphere, of course stealth, player freedom and agency, moral choices and rpg elements. It has it all. I cannot recommend this game enough and if you have game pass you can play it for free with your subscription which makes it an unbeatable deal.
  23. Ganonk9
    Jun 2, 2022
    10
    Great sequel. It really refines the gameplay and has some of the best level design in the series (Clockwork Mansion, Crack in the Slab).
  24. Nastloili5
    Jun 2, 2022
    10
    A true masterpiece. A work of genius. Also, flawless when it comes to its technical side. One of the most amazing and best quality games I have played in my forty three years :)
  25. Xarsh0v
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    Improves on all aspects that it's predecessor had produced and is truly fantastic.
  26. BDam0gus
    Jun 18, 2022
    10
    Level designs are absolutely top notch allowing for both powered & unpowered traversal of the map, densely packed with alternate routes and hidden treasures. Without getting into spoilers, some of the levels are absolutely fascinating with their unique aspects (shifting level design, multiple factions, natural phenomena that influence perception).
  27. Rerach74
    Jul 22, 2022
    10
    A great, flexible game with a lot of replayability. Do you want to be a vicious murderer killing everyone in your path? Or do you want to be a silent rogue, sneaking through levels without touching a single enemy? Very fun.
  28. Bigturd5
    Jul 22, 2022
    10
    This one is the best game of all the Dishonored games, it´s pretty cool and this game will likely stay printed in your mind for years since it´s so nostalgic and amazing
  29. Upurazz10
    Jul 22, 2022
    10
    The best game I've ever played so far. What a masterpiece.The best game I've ever played so far. What a masterpiece.The best game I've ever played so far. What a masterpiece.
  30. Ginchain250
    Jul 22, 2022
    10
    If you played and enjoyed Dishonored 1, this game is a must play. Sick game.
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#7 Best Xbox One Game of 2016
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#11 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2016
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 25
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  1. Vgames
    Mar 8, 2017
    85
    Dishonored 2 is a great game for those who never played the first game and for returning gamers who enjoyed Dishonored. Its challenging gameplay, collectibles and the ability to experience the game’s story from two different points of view are more than enough to keep you interested.
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  2. TrueGaming
    Jan 15, 2017
    90
    Dishonored 2's world is big and very detailed with multiple paths and ways to go about it. There are many secrets to discover and puzzles to solve. If you are a fan of the original, then this is the perfect sequel. A great game with the right amount of new techniques and ideas to provide new gamers and fans of the original with a great experience.
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  3. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Jan 1, 2017
    90
    A game with a beautiful world, meticulously crafted missions, and superb stealth. [Jan 2017, p.77]
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