Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2

Next-gen sniping with Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2 makes it a totally immersive experience on the PlayStation 5!

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"Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2 - Deluxe Arsenal Edition" offers an enhanced sniping experience with a variety of powerful weapons and skins. The game now includes the major expansion 'Butcher’s Banquet', adding a new region with additional contracts and challenges. Engage in intense long-range combat across diverse landscapes in this immersive sniping simulation.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,493 reviews

story191 positive mentions

stability122 negative mentions

The game features satisfying sniping mechanics with realistic bullet physics, making long-range shots feel rewarding.
The graphics are impressive, providing beautiful environments and detailed character models that enhance immersion.
The game offers multiple approaches to missions, allowing players to choose between stealthy tactics or going in guns blazing.

The AI can be inconsistent, often spotting players from unrealistic distances or failing to react appropriately to nearby gunfire.
The lack of a manual save option can lead to frustrating experiences, as players may lose significant progress due to unexpected deaths.
Some bugs and glitches, such as getting stuck in terrain or issues with enemy detection, detract from the overall gameplay experience.

story
1,025 mentions
19 % positive mentions
76 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The story in "Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2" is generally considered simplistic and lacks depth, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a compelling narrative. Players noted that while the missions are varied and allow for multiple approaches, the overarching plot is often forgettable, with many describing it as a standard "good vs. bad" trope. Despite the engaging mechanics and mission design, many reviewers expressed a desire for a more substantial storyline and additional missions to enhance the overall experience.
- “The story revolves around a series of assassination contracts aimed at destabilizing the regime of President Bibi Rashida, a brutal dictator.”
- “While the plot may not be groundbreaking, it effectively sets the stage for the diverse and challenging scenarios players face.”
- “The missions are well-designed and offer multiple approaches, allowing players to choose the best strategy to achieve their goals.”
- “The story is too monotonous and there's a huge bug: I can't change weapons in the last mission.”
- “The story, while serviceable, takes a backseat to the gameplay, with forgettable villains and a predictable plot.”
- “The story is very short and levels will have to be replayed to get more than 10-12 hours of gameplay, which is a shame.”
gameplay
571 mentions
45 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2" is characterized by its engaging and satisfying sniping mechanics, which many players find rewarding and addictive. However, the game suffers from repetitive elements and inconsistent stealth mechanics, leading to mixed feelings about its overall execution. While the graphics and immersive environments enhance the experience, some players note technical issues and a lack of depth in mission design that detracts from the gameplay's potential.
- “Sniper Ghost Warrior 2 deserves a rating of 8/10 due to its realistic shooting mechanics that offer players a precise and engaging sniping experience.”
- “The sniping mechanics are top-notch: ballistics, wind, and other factors demand a deep understanding of your weapon.”
- “The gameplay itself is simple and easy to pick up, but manages to be very fun.”
- “Rather it has been kind of rushed, the outcome being repetitive gameplay.”
- “The mechanics of the game are horrible.”
- “The ideas were quite good overall, effectively merging some Crysis-esque gameplay with sniping and stealth, but they were so poorly executed that it made a lot of them worthless.”
graphics
392 mentions
68 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2" have received widespread acclaim for their stunning realism and attention to detail, particularly in the depiction of environments and dynamic lighting. Many players noted that the game runs smoothly on high settings, showcasing impressive visuals that enhance the immersive experience, although some minor graphical glitches and performance issues were reported. Overall, the graphics are considered a significant improvement over previous titles in the series, contributing to a visually engaging gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are stunning, and the story is really good.”
- “The game’s visuals capture the arid, rugged landscapes of the Middle East, with detailed textures and dynamic lighting enhancing the immersive experience.”
- “The graphics are absolutely beautiful.”
- “The graphics are also nowhere near as shown in promotions; it looks like a PS2 game even on my 3090.”
- “The graphics are aliased when still, and the motion blur you can't turn off smears them away until you stop moving the camera again.”
- “However, some cons are that the movement feels janky and unpolished, the blood graphics bugs out and ends up looking like a Roblox game.”
stability
129 mentions
5 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting a variety of bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including game-breaking issues that require reloading saves, AI malfunctions, and graphical errors. While some users experienced minimal problems and found the game enjoyable, the overall consensus indicates that the game is plagued by significant stability issues that detract from the experience. Many players express frustration over the lack of polish and the frequency of glitches, suggesting that the game could benefit from further updates and fixes.
- “On a positive note, the game is relatively bug free; the couple I did experience were fixed by going to the main menu and back.”
- “Uses the Crytek engine, which runs great on my rig.”
- “Runs great.”
- “The game is very buggy; be warned that the second mission is extremely glitchy.”
- “This is a buggy disaster.”
- “The sheer amount of glitches is staggering.”
replayability
89 mentions
30 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the variety of challenges and approaches available for each mission, which enhances replay value. However, some reviewers feel that the linear mission structure and limited content reduce long-term replayability, suggesting that additional features like random mission generators or more diverse maps could improve the experience. Overall, while there are opportunities for replay through challenges and different tactics, the game's short length and repetitive elements may leave some players wanting more.
- “This open-ended structure enhances replayability, as players can experiment with different tactics and routes.”
- “The maps are huge and there's a lot of replayability in how you approach each contract or even each area.”
- “The variety of approaches plus ability to level up makes this game highly replayable.”
- “Progression felt wrong; you start with nothing, you get exponentially more money as you go on, so by the end you can have most things, but the game isn't really replayable for me, so I won't get to use half of the guns/items at least.”
- “Just a poorly made game I finished in under 10 hours; there is no replay value as the game just restarts the same maps with the same positioning of the enemy.”
- “Anyways, if I had to say anything about this game overall, I'd say it has good sniping mechanics if that's what you like, but there are only so many ways you can snipe the enemy in the few fixed missions before it gets boring, and at that point, the idea of 'replay value' feels forced after playing through missions.”
music
65 mentions
46 % positive mentions
49 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The game's music is widely praised for its ability to enhance the gameplay experience, effectively transitioning between tense combat and quieter exploration phases. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as phenomenal, with some suggesting it deserves to be featured in higher-caliber titles, while others note occasional repetitiveness and volume issues. Overall, the music is considered a strong asset, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere and immersion.
- “The game’s soundtrack complements the tense, stealthy gameplay, with music that ramps up during intense moments and fades into the background during exploration and planning phases.”
- “The soundtrack is phenomenal and honestly, despite Contracts 2 being a fine video game, the music deserves to be in a much higher caliber work.”
- “Music is mediocre at best.”
- “Same soundtrack over and over and over while exploring.”
- “The combat music is what I can only describe as an upbeat military séance, which sounds weird but is oddly appropriate for the situation.”
optimization
57 mentions
40 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The optimization of "Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its performance on high-end PCs and next-gen consoles, reporting smooth gameplay and minimal load times. However, some users experienced significant issues, including micro-stuttering, poor performance at 4K resolution, and inconsistent frame rates, particularly on lower-end hardware. Overall, while the game shows strong optimization in certain setups, it still has notable performance concerns that affect the experience for some players.
- “On next-gen consoles and high-end PCs, 'Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2' runs smoothly, offering high frame rates and detailed visuals.”
- “Load times are minimal, and the game features various graphical settings to optimize performance on different hardware.”
- “The game engine is well optimized and it plays on Linux without any difference compared to Windows.”
- “The game had more like a 50% chance to launch without micro stuttering, no matter what settings I eventually tried.”
- “Poor game performance; I have above recommended system requirements, but it was so laggy with auto-detect settings (1920x1080 with very high graphics).”
- “Just like Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 1, SGWC2 is another poorly optimized console port with terrible frame rate issues.”
humor
34 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its janky physics and absurd scenarios, often leading to unintentionally funny moments, such as enemies meeting their demise in comical ways. Players appreciate the entertaining NPC dialogue and the absurdity of certain mechanics, which contribute to a lighthearted experience despite the game's darker themes. However, some critiques point to a lack of depth in the humor, with a mix of enjoyable banter and flat writing that can detract from the overall comedic impact.
- “Their strength has always been unintentionally funny games with janky physics that somehow make the game unique in a good way.”
- “You never know when you'll stumble upon something absurdly funny, like a goat launching itself into the stratosphere after a stray bullet tickles its backside.”
- “The best part of the game is the small talk the soldiers have; it's hilarious.”
grinding
28 mentions
4 % positive mentions
32 % neutral mentions
64 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often requiring multiple playthroughs to complete challenges that feel uninspired and unrewarding. Many reviews highlight issues with buggy gameplay, clunky mechanics, and a lack of variety in side objectives, making the overall experience feel laborious and frustrating. The need for extensive grinding detracts from the enjoyment, with some players comparing it unfavorably to previous titles in the series.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Challenges and achievements are very tedious but not very rewarding since there are only 5 or 6 guns and equipment you need to buy while the rest are completely useless.”
- “The challenges at first seem fun but quickly grow tedious as you're forced to spam load save and try to get around janky AI and sometimes incredibly poorly built levels.”
- “Playing your tedious, laborious, and uninspired tutorial left me bored and repeatedly saying 'omg hurry up'.”
atmosphere
12 mentions
58 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its impressive graphics, realistic sound design, and immersive environments, which collectively enhance the tactical experience. Players appreciate the detailed visuals and ambient sounds that create a believable setting, particularly in the context of a middle eastern backdrop. However, some critiques mention that certain gameplay elements, like enemy AI, can detract from the overall atmosphere.
- “The ambient sounds, such as the wind and wildlife, contribute to the immersive atmosphere.”
- “Immersive graphics and sound: high-quality visuals and realistic sound design contribute to an engaging and atmospheric experience.”
- “The game creates a tactical and immersive atmosphere that is essential to the sniper experience.”
- “It ruined the atmosphere.”
- “Good visuals/graphics, sniping feels good, cool atmosphere, kinda dumb and bad enemy AI though.”
- “Whether it's the overemphasized *clunk-ching* of an ejecting bullet casing or the thick environmental atmosphere, it all delivers.”
monetization
9 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with players criticizing the inclusion of DLCs shortly after launch, which they perceive as cash grabs, and expressing disappointment over the game's short length and lack of content. While some find the base game worth its price, many feel that additional weapons and features should have been included from the start, leading to a sentiment that the game is not a good value overall. Additionally, the aggressive advertising tactics have drawn negative attention, further souring the perception of the game's monetization strategy.
- “If you're buying this game for sniper gameplay, save your money. If you want to play Call of Duty without actually playing it, this is the game for you, but do not let the advertisement fool you. The last decent sniper game they made was Sniper Ghost Warrior 2, and that was released in 2013.”
- “Cash grab not worth 40 dollars. The gameplay is basic; they added 3 weapon DLCs 1 week after launch. All those weapons should be in the game. The game is extremely short; within 2 hours, I had the game beaten and all guns unlocked. This game isn't bad, but I caught myself getting bored often. This game should have co-op; I don't know why it doesn't.”
- “All the advertisement from pros is quite annoying, but I understand wanting to make sure your game gets out there.”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, particularly through the engaging use of gadgets and the supportive AI companion that enhances the immersive experience. However, some feel let down by the game's brevity and lack of replay value, which diminishes the overall emotional satisfaction. Despite these criticisms, moments of camaraderie and tension during missions evoke a sense of attachment and investment in the gameplay.
- “Have just completed Contracts 2, with 22.9 hours of game time. I remember times when Contracts 2 made me feel, 'I love this game.'”
- “He feels like the spotter you don’t have when he clenches alongside you during mission 2, gives a heads up during mission 3, or when he becomes wholesome during mission 6… or when he berates you for killing the informant (which you totally deserve, by the way).”
- “That's it, I'm never touching this filth again.”
character development
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-300 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted as a crucial element that enhances replayability, as players can explore different gear and customizations across various difficulty levels, leading to a deeper understanding of their characters' growth and capabilities.
- “It is definitely a game you will play many times under different difficulties once you get to know your gear, how customizations affect them, and how character development can be crucial.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful choices that impact the story.”
- “I was disappointed by the limited options for character growth; it feels like a missed opportunity.”
- “The progression system is confusing and doesn't provide a satisfying sense of development for my character.”