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Dead Rising 2

83%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
stability
83% User Score Based on 100 reviews

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Dead Rising 2 is an action-packed game that offers a thrilling experience in a zombie-infested Fortune City. As Chuck Greene, you have 72 hours to find Zombrex and protect your daughter from the horde. With multiplayer and co-op options for up to two players, the game boasts pretty visuals and intense gameplay. The race against time to save your daughter and survive the zombie onslaught forms the crux of this sequel to Dead Rising.

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews
story6 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Dead Rising 2 offers an engaging and fun zombie-killing experience with improved AI and weapon customization.
  • The game features a variety of environments and a rich content experience, making it enjoyable for both veterans and newcomers.
  • The multiplayer mode adds an entertaining layer to the gameplay, with various mini-games that enhance the overall fun.
  • The time constraints can hinder exploration and make the game feel rushed, limiting the enjoyment of side missions.
  • Loading times are lengthy, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay and detract from the overall experience.
  • Some players find the controls and combat mechanics to be clunky, especially when dealing with non-zombie enemies.
  • story
    43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in Dead Rising 2 revolves around fighting zombies, rescuing survivors, and uncovering the mystery behind the outbreak, set against a backdrop of time-sensitive missions that can feel restrictive. While some players find the narrative engaging with surprising twists, others criticize it as thin and overshadowed by the gameplay, which allows for extensive zombie-killing fun. Overall, the story is considered decent but often takes a backseat to the chaotic action and creative weapon crafting.

    • “The story is okay to follow or just stick with zombie killing fun.”
    • “It has a good plot and it's very fun killing hordes of zombies.”
    • “It is wonderful with good gameplay, fun bosses, and a wonderful story with intricate details.”
    • “Although the story is kinda lame, the real fun is in killing zombies in ever-expanding creative ways.”
    • “The play in it is quite fun for a good little while--but then, you realize that the storyline is paper-thin in campaign mode.”
    • “Some missions in the main storyline have to be done back to back or within such a tight time-frame that you find yourself rushing to just 'continue' along in the main plot.”
  • graphics
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics in the game are consistently praised as impressive and a significant improvement over previous titles, with many users highlighting the ability to display thousands of zombies on screen without performance issues. While some players noted that the graphics can appear distant, the general consensus is that they enhance the gameplay experience, making it visually appealing and worth multiple playthroughs.

    • “Great graphics and gameplay with few complaints!”
    • “I have waited 4 years and I am very satisfied; the graphics are way better, improved sound effects, multiplayer with 9 games (Terror is Reality), two-player co-op, and single player—what else do you need!?”
    • “Amazing graphics and features”
    • “The graphics are distant and the gameplay is a little difficult from my point of view.”
    • “I have waited 4 years and I am very satisfied; the graphics are way better, improved sound effects, multiplayer with 9 games (Terror is Reality), two-player co-op, and single-player. What else do you need!?”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in Dead Rising 2 is praised for its engaging mechanics, allowing players to creatively combine weapons and tackle hordes of zombies in a vibrant new setting, "fortune city." While the experience is generally fun and replayable, some players find the time constraints and difficulty level challenging. Overall, it retains the enjoyable elements of its predecessor while introducing new features that enhance the gameplay experience.

    • “In Dead Rising 2, you play as a character with a mechanical background, so your special ability is to combine things to form new weapons.”
    • “Fun: (5/5) gameplay: (5/5) replayability: (4/5) graphics: (4/5) value: (4/5) pros: *thousands of zombies on screen at once with no issues *tons of weapons as well as combo cards which allow you to fuse two weapons together to create a mega-weapon.”
    • “The graphics are distant and the gameplay is a little difficult from my point of view.”
    • “The location is changed from a large shopping mall to 'Fortune City', a Vegas-like strip full of casinos, movie theaters, and restaurants, but the basic gameplay is the same: use whatever you can to defeat zombies and save your fellow humans.”
    • “Also, the time mechanic is not so bad.”
  • replayability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the replayability of the game is considered strong, with players noting that while it can be completed relatively quickly, the abundance of weapons, achievements, and time-based gameplay encourages multiple playthroughs. The desire to explore different strategies and unlock all content adds to its replay value, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate achievement hunting and varied gameplay experiences.

    • “The replay value is huge, it's fun, and there are tons of zombies to kill in all kinds of crazy ways.”
    • “Since the game is played on a time-based system, eventually you will have to disregard several objectives and/or exploration, but wanting to try to delve into everything provides plenty of replay value.”
    • “This is a type of game that has good replayability due to the fact that if you are an achievement-oriented player, you have to play the game a couple of times to unlock certain achievements and to max out your PP level.”
    • “In DR2, it's pretty easy to beat it on the first or second try, which cuts down on replay value.”
    • “Since the game is time-based, you will eventually have to disregard several objectives and/or exploration, which limits the replay value.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is consistently highlighted as a strong point, with players enjoying the comedic elements like the automatic teddy bear shooting zombies and the electric wheelchair. While the game offers plenty of fun and engaging content, some feel that time constraints limit opportunities for exploration and humor. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the gameplay experience.

    • “It was funny to watch items like the automatic teddy bear with guns shooting zombies and the electric wheelchair in action.”
    • “It's super realistic and super hilarious.”
    • “Lots of areas and survivors to explore and encounter; plenty to do; fun, fun, and fun; humor is always there.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is marred by significant issues, particularly in co-op mode, where saving can disconnect players and glitches hinder inviting others. Additionally, tracking achievements is problematic, leading to confusion about progress across multiple campaign playthroughs, making it unsuitable for those seeking a reliable multiplayer experience.

    • “In co-op mode, saving your game can kick the other player from the session, which is incredibly frustrating.”
    • “The game frequently experiences glitches that prevent you from inviting others to join your co-op game.”
    • “Achievements are hard to track, and it's unclear if the tasks you complete for an achievement carry over through multiple campaign playthroughs.”

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