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Great Game. Good plot. Great Sound effects.

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 14, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I have beaten half of this game and have not been dissapointed. The graphics on HD are pretty good (even though it is only 720p). The plot is great and very surreal and full of suspense along with the cutscenes which thicken the plot. I would have enjoyed a few more cutscenes to give me more clues about the plot. The fighting system is surprisingly good for being basically a first-person fighting/shooting game. If you are in to games such as Silent Hill or Resident Evil you will really enjoy this.

An unmentioned absolute requirement is an HDTV I guess. Not really playable on regular TV.

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: May 06, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I played the first Condemned on PC and found it a lot of fun and enjoyed it immensely. I have a PS3 and when Bloodshot came out, I got it with high hopes. I guess it's a good game, but I can't judge. EVERY word on the screen during investigations is illegible. I've tried every TV I have (none HD) and the words are always illegible. I checked other games just to see if I had lost 90% of my vision overnight but the other games come in clear Just this one game is illegible. I completely takes me out of the game and ruins any continuity. I have to go online and look the GameFAQS guide just to get an idea of the answers I have to choose from. This game is nearly UNPLAYABLE on a regular TV. I gave it 2 stars because the game itself is fun, and I still get to hit crack heads with a 2x4 and nails, but if I want to achieve any goals or get a good performance rating without going online to find out what I'm supposed to be reading, it's going to cost me the price of an new HDtv.
edit - Other ppl's reviews mention an audio issue. I have not had any. I'm only using RCA plugs to a non-HDtv, though.

Confused for More Than 1 Reason

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 27, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I'm not quite sure what everyone is talking about with audio problems. I had no problem whatsoever with mine. And I played for about 8 hours straight the second day I had it. Anyway, with that out of the way, Condemned 2 adds nothing new like the first one did to FPS, however, it is a very well done different version of a genre that seems to be getting into the "s.o.s." problem. Guns are a much more prevalent in this one than the first one, but the overall majority is still with objects lying around to use as melee weapons (the bowling pin and gumball machine were nice additions). Also, the new combo system used for hand-to-hand is actually fairly decently done. yes, it can be very frustrating at times, which is where the melee weapons come in very handy. Thrashing some poor punk with a crowbar or 2 X 4 with nails can somehow seem very gratifying. The most confusing part of the game (and the reason fro 4 stars) is the story. The idea of Ethan beating his inner demons (later in the game, very literally) is a different twist and adds a lot of depth to the story, but beyond that is a definite WTF moment. The game itself is very dark and the sceneries definitely support the mood. If you didn't like the first (or didn't play it), you will most likely not enjoy this game. However, if you want something different out of an FPS than you might give it a shot.

What audio issues?

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: April 21, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Well, after reading all of these negative reviews, I was very skeptical about getting this game. After Amazon lowered it's price to $39.99, I had to jump on it. Now, after playing through nearly half of the game, I have not experienced any audio issues. No cut-outs, no crackling, just pure, horrific effects. I have tried various audio setups including HDMI, component, and composite. This may be an indication that this is a fixed version of the game.

The game rocks. Period.

Fun game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: April 14, 2008
Author: Amazon User

If you looking for a little scare with some fun then this is the game for you. It's really fun online. This game was worth the $60. No need to be skeptical about this game, just buy it.

FANTASTIC HOUSE!!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 3
Date: April 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This is an awesome, awesome, game!!!! I love this game, It scared the crap out of me!!! The graphics are really realistic. The game is really awesome (i can't stop using that word). It's a Must buy. That's how good it is!!!!! You'll be crazy to pass this game up. Try not to play it really late at night though. Will scare you to death!!

PLAY IT 4 URSELF.

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: April 10, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I just beat the game like two days ago, and I must say I came away very satsfied with the game. I never played the first one because i didnt have an XBOX360, mostly because i hate the system. So i heard it was coming out for PS3 and bought it because im a huge fan of horror games. First off this game is scary as hell lol. Mostly the whole game is dark and without ur flashlight u cant even see. It works tho because it makes things even scarier. The graphics are good, with great levels and good character design. The best thing about this game is probably the fighting system. You can throw punch combos with finisherd and their so many weapons at your disposal. This game is pretty violent too, with a good amount of humor too. My favorite part is the investigations. They let you examine bodies, determain the identity, cause of death, the weapon used etc. You can not really compare this to any other game. Maybe a mix of manhunt and indingo prophecy. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Holy Mother of God

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: April 04, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I know that no matter what I type I will probably get bombarded with comments like, "You know nothing about gaming"! And this and that so if that's what you want to say you're right I know nothing about gaming. It's not my life and it's not what I typically do so I apologize in advance but I love this game!! I'm sorry but any game where you can drink Jager and then beat someone to death with a toilet seat sounds like fun to me! I haven't noticed audio problems or any of that but once again what do I know? I love the game play it seems solid I never played the first game but the story line to me (which seems important to most gamers) seems to be interesting, well thought out and acted. In my personal opinion I think if you took this games mechanics and mixed it with the stealth aspect of Man Hunt you would have one of the greatest video games the horror genre has ever seen.

creepy and challenging

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: April 02, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Condemned 2 reminds me of a next generation game that combines elements of Manhunt and Silent Hill. Great graphics with a cast of bad guys ranging from street thugs, monsters, and demented possessed homeless people, there's no shortage of adversaries waiting in the darkness. The eerie settings make you hesitate to take another step around each dark corner in fear of what lies ahead. Game play is seen through a fist person view with smooth controls and good camera angles. We've all seen games that had such bad camera angles and clumsy controls that it ruined the game ( The Getaway 2 anyone? ) As you engage in hand to hand combat, you will learn a variety of combos to finish off your opponents. Although learning how to accurately put these combos together to make them work was one of the only difficult parts of the game that I never seemed to master.

You play as renegade special agent Ethan Thomas. A tough angst ridden guy with a thirst for a drink anytime he can have one and a short fuse to say the least. Along your travels you will pick up a variety of weapons to use that never seems to get boring. You will find weapons ranging from light to heavy. Rummage through junk to find 2x4's ( with nails of course ), conduit pieces, or a bowling ball. Pick up a heavier weapon like a shovel, axe, gumball machine or even a prosthetic arm. Each weapon will give a rating as to it's damage, speed, reach and condition it's in. This making it easier to decide what to grab when fighting for you life. You can also throw these objects at enemies as well. Guns are also available throughout the game. Pistols, shotguns and rifles make it easier to blast through enemies but watch your ammo. Taking a swig of any alcohol you may come across to improve your aim tremendously.

In addition to fighting, the game also adds great forensics challenges as well. Gather clues to send back to the lab for analysis. You are eventually equipped with a spectrometer, camera, UV light and a GPS navigation system. Gathering the right clues and answering your partners questions correctly will lead to greater rewards and help solve crimes quicker. These challenges make the game much more interesting than just fighting bad guys level after level.

Condemned 2 is a great horror survival game that has everything you could ask for. However, there are a few cons. The first is the on screen text. I played this game on a standard TV that has always looked great for games. But the text in Condemned 2 is so small, it can be almost impossible to read at times. This can be extremely frustrating when trying to accurately gather evidence and solve a crime. I've read that people with larger HDTV's even had a difficult time reading the text as well. Also, Ethan has limited ability to move. He cant really jump onto things ( unless at certain points in a level where an on screen prompt tells him to ) and he can't duck and hide in the shadows too well. It would have been nice to see a bit more stealth added to the game like in Manhunt. There have been reports of major audio problems ( snapping and popping ) in this game but I've never heard any. Could be with the online portion of the game or use of high definition equipment.

Overall I highly recommend this game. It was fun and challenging. The combination of combat and puzzle solving added a lot of variety to Condemned 2. As any game you really enjoy, it could have been a bit longer. The end was a bit anti climatic as well, but getting there was enjoyable the whole way through.

You guys are generous...

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 2 / 7
Date: March 30, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I'm surprised to see all the 3-star reviews. The audio problems, for me, made the game completely unplayable. Sega should be chastised for releasing a game with significant audio problems affecting a huge number of users. That, coupled with their apparent lack of customer support, should not be tolerated.

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