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MDK2 HD

52%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
stability, music
52% User Score Based on 172 reviews

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In MDK2 HD, play as hero Kurt Hectic and companions, battling aliens across strange worlds with inventive weaponry. This remastered version offers enhanced visuals, improved controls, and all original game content. With humor and fast-paced action, MDK2 HD is a satisfying third-person shooter experience.

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52%
Audience ScoreBased on 172 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
stability20 negative mentions
  • The game successfully captures the essence and nostalgia of the original, providing a fun and humorous experience.
  • The HD remaster features improved textures and models, making the game visually appealing compared to the original.
  • Despite some technical issues, the gameplay remains engaging and enjoyable, especially for fans of the series.
  • The HD version is plagued with numerous bugs, including graphical glitches, audio issues, and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
  • Many players report that the game does not work properly on AMD graphics cards, leading to a lack of support and compatibility issues.
  • The remaster feels lazy, with minimal updates beyond character models, and retains many elements from the original that could have been improved.
  • graphics
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the HD visuals and widescreen support, while others report significant issues, particularly with AMD graphics cards, leading to unplayable experiences due to glitches and stuttering. Many users express frustration over the game's optimization, noting that it fails to run smoothly on various systems, especially those not equipped with NVIDIA cards. Overall, the graphical performance is seen as inconsistent and problematic, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “Positive: the graphics look beautiful in HD and widescreen.”
    • “I still love the first MDK by Shiny Entertainment; I really enjoyed playing that game for its superb graphics and great story.”
    • “Launched the game via NVIDIA graphics, seems to be working.”
    • “Absolutely terrible, doesn't run on most graphics cards and when it does it's unoptimized. Buy the original version instead and avoid these developers as no patch will be released.”
    • “I would especially be careful if you have an AMD card as I had constant glaring graphical glitches which made the game almost unplayable.”
    • “This game is a broken graphical mess!”
  • stability
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of severe glitches and bugs that render it nearly unplayable, particularly for users with AMD graphics cards. Many reviewers express frustration over the lack of proper optimization and support from the developers, suggesting that the HD version's visual improvements do not compensate for its instability. Overall, players are advised to avoid the game due to its persistent technical issues.

    • “As an AMD CPU owner and an ATI HD6950 owner running the latest 14.11.2 beta driver, this game runs great!”
    • “It plays and runs great, and the core of the gameplay remains untouched if you don't choose the new easy/extra hard difficulties.”
    • “The amount of glitches this HD version has is absolutely unacceptable.”
    • “I would especially be careful if you have an AMD card as I had constant glaring graphical glitches which made the game almost unplayable.”
    • “Glitches galore and general feeling that only the bare minimum was done to ensure the game runs on modern systems.”
  • music
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is a nostalgic nod to 90's action, featuring a pumping techno soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. However, players report significant issues with sound bugs, including music not playing when it should, crackling sounds, and inconsistencies that detract from the overall atmosphere. Despite these flaws, the music remains a highlight for many, contributing to the game's old-school charm.

    • “Great old school action with very 90's vibes - the music especially.”
    • “Re-armed and reloaded in HD; MDK2 is a humorous and satirical throwback to 90's action/platform games where a fast trigger finger and fancy footwork around an alarming number of enemies will see you scraping through each relentless fight at the will of a pumping techno soundtrack that makes you feel like an unstoppable superhero - from start to finish.”
    • “Hell, I got so involved with this game series, I even downloaded a copy of the French music video about the protagonist Kurt.”
    • “A sound bug during the final fight, then there is no music at all.”
    • “No music very much hurts the atmosphere.”
    • “Sometimes music doesn't play when it should, sometimes music plays when it shouldn't, and sometimes the music just crackles.”
  • humor
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of jokes and gags, though some players feel it could be more abundant. Many reviewers appreciate the unique charm and comedic adventure of the characters, noting a blend of old-fashioned Bioware humor and a satirical take on 90s action/platform games. Overall, the game is described as funny, with engaging dialogue and a pervasive oddness that enhances the experience, despite showing signs of age.

    • “That said, I very much enjoyed the comical adventure that these three characters went on, and about a third of the way through I realized that this must be where the term 'old-fashioned Bioware humor' originated.”
    • “This game is hilarious, and mowing down the hordes with four machine guns is quite satisfying.”
    • “A game with great humor and just a pervasive oddness throughout.”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is a mixed experience, with some players finding it both enjoyable and frustrating. While the varied mechanics among the three main characters are well-designed and the game runs smoothly, some users expressed a need for clearer progression hints. Overall, the core gameplay remains engaging, though difficulty settings can impact the experience.

    • “The varied gameplay between the three main cast members was also well-tailored to every level.”
    • “The characters are great, the voice acting is good and the gameplay is lots of fun.”
    • “It plays and runs great, and the core of the gameplay remains untouched if you don't choose the new easy/extra hard difficulties.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as having a humorous tone with occasional jokes and gags, but many users feel that these elements are underutilized. While the narrative is enjoyable, it lacks the depth and engagement found in the first game of the series, leading to mixed feelings about its overall impact. Additionally, technical issues like audio cutting out have been noted, but they do not significantly detract from the experience.

    • “I still love the first MDK by Shiny Entertainment. I really enjoyed playing that game for its superb graphics and great story.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its originality, creating a unique experience upon release. However, the lack of music and certain sound bugs detract significantly from the overall ambiance, with some players finding these issues somewhat forgivable despite their impact.

    • “I loved the atmosphere and originality this game brought when it came out.”
    • “No music very much hurts the atmosphere.”
    • “Some bugs could be 'forgivable' to an extent, like sound bugs (although they ruin the atmosphere quite a bit).”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is severely lacking, with users reporting significant stuttering even on high-end hardware like an i7 processor and a 1070 graphics card. Many recommend avoiding this version altogether in favor of the original, as there are no expectations for future patches to address these issues.

    • “Absolutely terrible, doesn't run on most graphics cards and when it does it's unoptimized. Buy the original version instead and avoid these developers as no patch will be released.”
    • “Stuttering on an i7 processor and 1070 graphics card.”
    • “Absolutely terrible, doesn't run on most graphics cards and when it does it's unoptimized. Buy the original version instead and avoid these developers as no patch will be released.”

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