Condemned 2: Bloodshot
Xbox 360 version
Condemned 2
The Good
- Everything in regard on how this game looks and sounds, it's one of the most unique titles of 360/PS3 era.
- Combat has been greatly improved, new attacks, lots of combos, environmental kills, etc.
- Level design - big improvement. We're still wandering in abandoned buildings, but now they vary both visually and gameplay-wise, many have their own unique enemies and weapons.
- Investigation system is still very underutilized but unlike previous installment, actually requires to use your brain to some extent.
- Bloodshot Fight Club, which consists of different game modes to kill time. Some have interesting mechanincs. I would really prefer if they were integrated into the main campaign.
The Bad
- Story hasn't been improved in any way. This time it just goes batshit instantly, but still tries to take itself seriously at times.
- Despite level design improvements, about half of them have some kind of annoying flaw attached. Some levels are incredibly short and serve as exposition dumps. Some - focuses on gunfight, which isn't particularly fun. Some have pacing issues.
- One of those console-exclusives of the 360/PS3 era, which isn't sold anymore. Just use Xenia, it's perfectly playable there.
The Bottom Line
Recommended. At least give it a shot. A blood shot, wu-ha-ha.
by SanfordMorgan on March 1, 2023