Tom Clancy's The Division 2

75%
Game Brain Score Based on 15,566 reviews
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"Tom Clancy's The Division 2" is a third-person shooter set in a near-future Washington D.C., devastated by a viral pandemic. As an agent of the Division, players must work to restore order, build up their base, and investigate the source of the outbreak while battling hostile factions. The game features a vast open world, tactical combat, and a variety of customization options for both weapons and gear.

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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 15,566 reviews
story606 positive mentions
stability406 negative mentions
  • story2,660 mentions

    The story of "Tom Clancy's The Division 2" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it to be lackluster and forgettable compared to its predecessor. While some appreciate the engaging world-building and the variety of missions, others criticize the repetitive nature of the gameplay and the thin plot, which often feels like a backdrop for the looter-shooter mechanics rather than a compelling narrative. Overall, the game is seen as more focused on gameplay and loot collection than on delivering a strong, memorable story.

    • “The story and gameplay is great.”
    • “I love the story line as well.”
    • “The division's storyline shines brightest when experienced in co-op with friends.”
    • “The game's plot is quite frankly forgettable nonsense and the enemies can feel like complete bullet sponges at higher difficulties.”
    • “By the time I'm done with the campaign, I forgot all of the characters in the story; it is that forgettable.”
    • “The story is weak, like really weak, but gameplay has some awe-inspiring moments.”
  • gameplay1,296 mentions

    The gameplay of "The Division 2" is characterized by its dynamic and engaging mechanics, blending cover-based shooting with RPG elements, which many players find satisfying and enjoyable. While the game offers a solid progression system and a variety of missions, it is often criticized for its repetitive nature and occasional technical issues, such as crashes and lag. Overall, players appreciate the depth of customization and cooperative gameplay, though some feel it lacks the immersive atmosphere of its predecessor.

    • “Staying true to its repetitive nature, this game nonetheless delivers high-quality dynamic gameplay with gorgeous graphics and a diverse skill-building system.”
    • “The gameplay is somewhat intense, with each mission feeling like a mix of strategy and adrenaline-pumping action.”
    • “With its rich world, tight gameplay, and endless customization options, it’s a must-play for fans of the genre.”
    • “Worst gameplay ever.”
    • “The 'conflict' game mode, which is supposed to be PvP, is quite disappointing, with issues in matchmaking and overall gameplay.”
    • “It's a game that the developers seem to have never had a clear vision of what they wanted to achieve, so they just combined gameplay elements from many popular games, resulting in mediocre and overly complex gameplay mechanics.”
  • graphics774 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning detail and immersive environments, with many players noting the high-quality visuals that enhance the overall experience. However, some users have reported performance issues, including crashes and lag, particularly when running on lower-end hardware or with high graphical settings. Overall, while the graphics are often described as beautiful and engaging, optimization concerns remain a common theme in player feedback.

    • “Graphics are competently presented, with achingly beautiful, detail-rich environments, excellent weapon/armor sets and character designs.”
    • “The level of immersion is further enhanced by the game's stunning graphics and impressive attention to detail, which truly bring the world to life.”
    • “The graphics of the game are visually very eye-catching and thanks to the Snowdrop game engine, this game has high-level technical and artistic graphics.”
    • “The game doesn't remember the settings I select for my graphics/video, enemies constantly walk/shoot through obstacles, and the latency is so much worse than PS5.”
    • “Everything is degraded compared to the original game; even the graphics feel worse, cutscenes look worse, atmosphere barely keeps up, gunplay is nearly the same, and it disappoints me that even scopes still feel clunky after all these years of development.”
    • “This game is so poorly optimized; I'm using a 1660ti at low graphics and getting sub 60 frames with massive drops to sub 10 fps. Don't get this piece of hot garbage for your own sanity.”
  • stability466 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and various glitches that significantly disrupt gameplay. While some users have noted improvements over time, many still experience persistent issues, particularly on PC, leading to frustration and a recommendation to avoid the game until further fixes are implemented. Overall, the game is described as fun but plagued by stability problems that detract from the experience.

    • “Over the past 100 hours, I have crashed maybe 5 times; other than that, the game runs great.”
    • “I find the combat and exploration endlessly fun and enjoyable, and I dig the different gadgets you can employ. This game also runs great on the Steam Deck, at a mostly stable 60 fps on low settings, and it still looks very good, too.”
    • “Game runs great, limited fps to 60 and haven't had any crashes.”
    • “This game launched in a fairly content dry buggy state, as most games these days do apparently.”
    • “The actual gameplay is marred by screen freezes and persistent stalling, severely hampering the overall experience.”
    • “I really want to keep playing but the bugs and crashing are a real dealbreaker for me and since the devs pretty much said fixing the stability of the game and patching out bugs are on their backlog and they would rather focus on new content than fixing their buggy mess of a game which is infuriating.”
  • grinding412 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is a significant focus, with many players noting that it can be both enjoyable and tedious. While some appreciate the depth of gear optimization and the satisfaction of building powerful characters through extensive farming, others find the repetitive nature of grinding for loot and upgrades to be overwhelming and time-consuming. Overall, the game caters well to fans of grind-heavy looter shooters, but may not appeal to those who prefer a more streamlined experience.

    • “The main game (levels 1-30) is fun enough and not too grindy.”
    • “However, replaying these missions isn't as tedious as it may seem.”
    • “Very fun to play, level up and gear up; the grind is actually fun and not tedious (for the most part).”
    • “I've been grinding for 2 weeks straight and I still can't get over it.”
    • “The only 'fun' I've found in the game was getting new and better gear, however that also felt like a waste of time not just because of the grinding, but also the fact I would buy a 'legendary' yellow weapon and think 'ok, now I have a good weapon' only for it to be replaced fairly soon.”
    • “This game leaves me frustrated and drained when I’m doing missions and grinding loot only to crash and not wanting to go back with the expectation in my mind that I’ll crash 20 or 40 minutes later after logging back on.”
  • optimization290 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting severe performance issues such as stuttering, freezing, and frequent crashes, even on high-end PCs. While some users have experienced smooth gameplay and commendable graphics, the overall consensus indicates that the game is poorly optimized, particularly for AMD hardware, leading to frustration among players. Despite some improvements noted in recent updates, significant optimization problems persist, making it difficult for many to recommend the game.

    • “My first impression on this game is it is very well optimized, which I'm very surprised; it runs better than Ghost Recon Wildlands, which is more popular on Steam.”
    • “The game is well optimized and in-app purchases are only cosmetic.”
    • “Diverse build variety and targeted loot to help the grind create a much more optimized experience.”
    • “Game is unplayable, stuttering and freezing on top of crashes.”
    • “The only major problem of this game is that it has very poor performance with constant freezing, stuttering and random crashes even on high-end PCs that meet recommended requirements.”
    • “This game is so poorly optimized, I'm using a 1660ti at low graphics and getting sub 60 frames with massive drops to sub 10 fps, don't get this piece of hot garbage for your own sanity.”
  • atmosphere164 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while it features impressive graphics, dynamic weather systems, and immersive sound design, it falls short compared to the original game's iconic snowy and post-apocalyptic setting. Several reviewers express a preference for the atmosphere of the first game, citing it as more engaging and memorable, while others appreciate the new environment of Washington D.C. as visually stunning but lacking the same emotional resonance. Overall, the game is recognized for its atmospheric qualities, but it is often viewed as a step down from its predecessor.

    • “The game has full weather systems and diurnal cycles, which only improves the already palpable atmosphere, and the ambient sound is icing on the cake.”
    • “The game's graphical fidelity, combined with its evocative sound design, creates an atmosphere that is both immersive and emotionally resonant.”
    • “Washington DC looks stunning; they really got that post-apocalyptic atmosphere right with nature recovering and reclaiming everything.”
    • “Everything is degraded compared to the original game; even the graphics feel worse, cutscenes look worse, and the atmosphere barely keeps up.”
    • “The main thing this game lacks from Division 1 is the atmosphere it had.”
    • “On the other hand, the game doesn’t have the same atmosphere that the first Division nailed with snowy post-apocalyptic New York.”
  • music106 mentions

    The music in the game has received high praise for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive soundtrack and its integration into combat and gameplay. While some noted occasional issues with sound consistency, the majority found the music to be a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's immersive experience. Overall, the soundtrack is described as both engaging and memorable, making it a key element of the game's appeal.

    • “Its presentation is sleek, and gun fights are tactical and exhilarating, and it is all complimented by a fantastic espionage synth soundtrack.”
    • “The soundtrack is surprisingly amazing and I absolutely love it; it starts off pretty chill but when those riffs kick in during your first proper mission, damn son.”
    • “The music deserves an honorable mention, as well as the graphic fidelity.”
    • “It took over an hour for the game to launch, graphics were horrible, sound kept cutting in and out (background sound would disappear but voices would still be going). Music was spotty. Controls would only work sometimes (sprinting was impossible to rely on). Honestly, this is the worst game experience I have ever had. If this is indicative of what Ubisoft is putting out these days, then the company needs to go down in flames.”
    • “The music, or for the most part lack thereof, is pretty weak, so plan to bump your own tunes.”
    • “I am missing the open world music deploying dynamically as you wander through the wasteland of a city, which Division 1 definitely had; this one does have this too, but it's not as constant hence less noticeable; it's only short little performances, just wish they were longer and a tad more present.”
  • replayability62 mentions

    The game boasts high replayability, with numerous missions, side activities, and dynamic gameplay that keeps players engaged. Many reviewers highlight the variety of rewards and build possibilities as strong incentives to replay, although some express concerns about the end-game content and technical issues on certain platforms. Overall, it is regarded as a game with substantial replay value, particularly for those who enjoy exploring its depth and mechanics.

    • “This is a deep and interesting game with tons of replayability.”
    • “Replayability is high, with lots of missions and side activities to keep you busy.”
    • “Replayability: 9.5/10, targeted loot and nigh-unlimited build possibilities creates amazing incentive for replay.”
    • “I don't get the purpose of replayable main and side missions; the game simply does not tell you the benefit besides loot rewards and XP. It's marked blue on the map and looks like something I've not completed, yet certain other missions do not get the same treatment being marked as 'completed' as it should be while the ability to replay should always exist.”
    • “But unfortunately, it suffers from a lack of end game replayability.”
    • “I mean, Cyberpunk was 200 times more playable than this.”
  • monetization52 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while microtransactions exist, they are primarily cosmetic and not overly intrusive. However, some users feel that the presence of these transactions, along with certain DLCs, detracts from the overall experience, labeling them as cash grabs. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, the monetization approach has sparked criticism for feeling excessive and commercialized.

    • “This game is really fun in ways it's a remake of the previous game; it has similar features but heavily refined compared to the previous game. Thus far, it has a good story and the in-game purchases aren't intrusive (mostly cosmetic anyway). Either way, good game.”
    • “It's like Destiny 2, but you don't get bombarded with microtransactions, and the only DLC that there is isn't 100 bucks.”
    • “The game is well optimized and in-app purchases are only cosmetic.”
    • “There's no reason this game couldn't function perfectly fine offline (albeit with slightly reduced functionality), which means it's online-only for microtransactions.”
    • “Microtransactions are always poor for a game that you have to pay for anyway.”
    • “I used to like this game but now I'm disappointed with the obvious cash grab that is The Division 2.”
  • humor44 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding amusement in glitches, ragdoll physics, and the absurdity of certain gameplay mechanics, such as overpowering weapons and matchmaking dynamics. While some moments are genuinely funny and lead to enjoyable group experiences, others describe the game as dull or frustrating, highlighting a blend of humor and annoyance. Overall, the game's comedic elements seem to stem from its technical issues and the social interactions among players.

    • “Countdown is its own hilarious experience...it's endgame, 8 player matchmaking, 15 min mission, that involves running around completing objectives and killing hunters, who are normally quite challenging...but with 8 people, many of whom are watch lvl 1000+, it's like playing on autopilot.”
    • “There were also some times where ragdolls would t-pose in the sky when killed with a grenade, which was actually really funny.”
    • “On a humorous note, my friends keep making fun of me because my trinket bag reads like Andrew Tate's basement closet [spoiler] too many kids' items in the loot table.”
  • emotional18 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its detailed visuals and sound design that create an immersive atmosphere, while others criticize the lack of character investment and imaginative storytelling. Despite some emotional moments and well-timed comedic elements, the overall emotional engagement varies significantly among players, with some expressing strong feelings and others feeling disconnected.

    • “The visuals are detailed and the colors of the environments are expertly fused to really push the emotional impressions that are possible.”
    • “The game's graphical fidelity, combined with its evocative sound design, creates an atmosphere that is both immersive and emotionally resonant.”
    • “The plot was actually decent and had a few emotional tugs.”
  • character development16 mentions

    Character development in the game is widely criticized, with many reviewers noting that the character designs are lackluster and fail to engage players emotionally. The voice acting is also deemed subpar, contributing to a general sense of disconnection from the characters. While the game excels in graphics and combat mechanics, the overall storytelling and character depth are seen as significant shortcomings.

    • “While the game has its flaws, particularly in character development, the excellent combat system and the rewarding feeling of impacting settlements keep me playing.”
    • “First of all, it's a game from Ubisoft, so the design of the open world map set in Washington (including sub-maps) and the character design itself are excellent.”
    • “Some of the character designs were just… lame to say the least, so it kept me from caring too much about them in the .2 seconds I saw them.”
    • “My main complaint story-wise is the voice acting and character design.”
    • “Games are fun at times even though the story is lame and the character design is terrible (seriously, one of the main characters looks like Dora the Explorer).”
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Play time

18hMedian play time
79hAverage play time
26hMain story
95hCompletionist
6-60hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 188 analyzed playthroughs

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