- October 31, 2001
- Crystal Dynamics
- 1h median play time
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2
Online Extra Soul Reaver 2 plunges you into a dark world in which your character, Raziel, travels through time on a mission of revenge against Kain, the vampire that turned him into an undead warrior. The gothic realism of the background graphics is stunning, and the combat system is fluid. You'll
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"Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 2" is a single-player horror action game with an intriguing story and phenomenal visuals. As Raziel, pursue Kain through time, uncovering the mysteries of Nosgoth's ancient races and the corruption of the Pillars. With over 40 abilities, engage in devious puzzles and epic combat, but be aware of the bugs that may hinder your experience.









- The game features an engaging and complex storyline that continues the narrative from the first Soul Reaver, with excellent voice acting and character development.
- The puzzles are more intricate and challenging compared to the first game, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.
- The graphics and atmosphere have improved significantly, creating a visually appealing environment that enhances the overall experience.
- The PC port is plagued with technical issues, including frequent crashes, unresponsive controls, and problems with cutscenes not displaying correctly.
- The combat system feels clunky and unbalanced, making encounters frustrating, especially with the lack of proper boss fights.
- The game lacks the exploration elements of its predecessor, leading to a more linear experience that can feel repetitive.
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231 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story of "Soul Reaver 2" is widely praised for its depth, complexity, and engaging narrative, continuing the saga of Raziel and his quest for knowledge and vengeance. Many reviewers highlight the exceptional voice acting and well-crafted characters, making the storyline a standout feature despite the game's technical shortcomings and clunky gameplay. While newcomers may find it challenging to grasp the plot without prior knowledge of the series, the overall consensus is that the story is compelling enough to warrant playing or even watching through cutscenes.
“The story is the obvious standout; I simply couldn't stop playing because of how hooked I was on the plot.”
“This game has an amazing story, but gameplay-wise is unsure what it wants to be.”
“The storytelling, the dialogues, the concept are amazing, but the gameplay goes from medium to bad compared to other games from the same generation.”
“Man, this game is rough - if it wasn't for the story it would be a hard pass.”
“A heavily dumbed down experience that relies too much on its storytelling.”
“While the story in this game continues to be very engaging, the enemy variety is sadly quite small, and there's rarely a reason to fight unless you are barred in by invisible forcewalls.”
Soul Reaver 2
Online Extra Soul Reaver 2 plunges you into a dark world in which your character, Raziel, travels through time on a mission of revenge against Kain, the vampire that turned him into an undead warrior. The gothic realism of the background graphics is stunning, and the combat system is fluid. You'll
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