Strengths: (1) Awesome game, even better than 1st God of War (2) Exciting pace, keeps your interest as you are moved from one memorable event to the next (3) Great graphics!
Weakness: (1) Violent content may turn off some
First off, if you have your PS2 (or PS3) hooked up through Progressive Scan enabling Component Cables, hold down the following combination of buttons before the game boots up to access a higher resolution mode: L1 + L2 + L3(Thumbstick button) + Square + Circle (simultaneously). You'll know if it works because the text that first pops up will be purple. Now, you will have a higher res image if you select Progressive Scan mode (better than normal Progressive Scan mode). It make a big difference and the game is much better looking although you have to deal with some "screen tearing". After a little while of playing you get used to it and don't even notice the tearing. The game is beautiful and the art direction is fantastic. The story is well integrated with the action and the fighting is much more interesting this time around. The puzzles are harder, too. A lot of them require you to think "outside of the box". Many solutions to the puzzles require you to think more about how you would "cheat" at the puzzle in real life, rather than what the nice clean solution would be in a regular video game. The choice of weapons are better in this game, however, you will still most likely rely on the Blades of Athena for 90% of the game - similarly to how the Blades dominated in the last game. Overall, this is an excellent, thrilling game.
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Strengths: Beautiful graphics, epic story, great soundtrack, voice acting is superb.
Weakness: None
God of War 2 is the likely to go down in history as the last great PS2 game. If you haven't played the first GOW, do yourself a favor and beat that one before you attack the sequel.
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It's safe to say that if you own a PS2, you need to own this game. It's the most fun you'll have in a single player game guaranteed. I don't know how they managed to squeeze every ounce of computing power out of the PS2 to make this game look so great, but somehow they did. As you play this game you feel as though you're in an amazing movie. The camera always moves around you to give you the most cinematic feel possible - and the soundtrack adds to that feeling as well.
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The game begins with a giant boss battle, which for most games would be at the very end of the game. This is NOT like every other game.
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GOW2 comes as a 2-disc set. One disc has the game, the second has bonus features like deleted levels and a making-of featurette that can be played on a regular DVD player adding to the already movie-like feel you get from the game.
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If I had to rate this game out of 10, it'd be a 10. It truly is a great game that is contuing the life of the PS2 and helping PS3 owners actually get some use of their system.
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Strengths: Improved graphics, new moves, more boss battles, more challenging gameplay, more unlockables
Weakness: Sometimes frustrating, although nothing different from the first God of War
What can I say that you probably don't already know? It's the sequel to one of the best games ever made on the PS2, let alone on any system. It picks up right where it left off from the first one, and it just never disappoints from beginning to end. The graphics, the voice acting, the cinematics, the score, it's all just as amazing as the first. If you're a fan of the original, the new one will not disappoint and definitely deserves to be in your PS2 game library.
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The last great PS2 game is here and it is God of War two, the game puts Kratos back battling against the Gods to get the respect he deserves. The story is very engrossing and visually it looks very good with 480p support as well. This game really has no flaws. I wish every console could have a send off like this.
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Strengths: Gameplay,Blood, violence, action, character is nearly naked(seriously that skirt is almost too sexy)
Weakness: Lack of boobs
In this epic sequel, we see Kratos as the new God of War, fighting the Colossus of Rhodes, engulfed in a Burocratic trade dipute with the "banana chiquita" transational.
This thriller action game takes you several epic scenarios such as the Sisters of fate temple, the Ruins of Cartago, the Central Market in Downtown Chepe and the Foridden swamps.
In this adventure you'll face minotaurs, skeletons, cyclops, teletubbies, yoshi's, and muppets.
The highlight of this game is when you finally defeat zeus and just before you gave him the final strike, athena gots in the way and you kill her. (don't read the above sentence if you haven't played the game yet.)
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Kratos is back and better then ever in the sequal to one of the best action games on the PS2. The graphics and gameplay are amazing and you quickly forget you arent playing a "next gen" system. The amazing combos and the ease at which you can pull them off is a real plus for me. I havent gotten to far into the story yet but from what I have played this is a must own game for all ps2 owners. Do not miss picking this up.
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Weakness: Nope!! Not here; go and look for it in one of those *other certain system's games!
You thought first one was good? You haven't seen anything yet because this sequel is just as excellent as the first one and then some!! Don't wait! It's a good time own a PS2 or even PS3 right now!
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This game is as good as the first. The graphics are even better than before. This game will provide hours of entertainment. If you havn't played this game then you better buy it soon, you are missing out big time. You will love everything about this game!
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This game is pretty good. It is easier than the first game from what I remember, and it is more of the same. The graphics and music are great. It is extremely bloody and I think it tries too hard to be mature. Otherwise, it is a solid gaming experience.
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God of War II is a worthy sequel to the successful God of War. It follows the epic story of Kratos as a mortal warrior to dethrone a god. The gameplay is awesome and engaging. It has the same control as the first GOW, having both regular battle system as well as context sensitive control.
The graphics is simply amazing. Rich environment and detailed texture. The soundtrack is great too as it really helps building up the atmosphere in the game.
The game comes with a DVD full of extras including making-of and various features.
God of Wars II is a worthy game in everyone's PS2 collection. Do yourself a favor and pick it up.
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Strengths: Great game, awesome graphics, excellent gameplay, story.
Weakness: N/A
First off... if you haven't played the first God of War, you have no business playing this game. So before continuing, make sure you've played the original. That being said-
God of War II is yet another great game. It is just a continuation of the first game with only very minor changes. The gameplay and graphics are the same as the prvious installment. The storyline continues right where the first game left off. There are bigger and badder boss fights, new weapons, and cool new moves. If you haven't played the God of War series, you're doing yourself a great disservice. This series justifies the purchase of a PS2.
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Strengths: epic story, cinematics, and enough blood and gore to satisfy those who don't care about the former two...
Weakness: like all good things, this game will come to an end... (or will it ? :)
I remember during my last year of graduate school I rented and beat a PS2 game (prince of persia 2) in 3 days time, just to prove to myself that although I'm no longer at my peak playing video games, I still had what it takes. PS2 is far from its peak too, but before it cedes the throne to PS3, it will show you with GOW II (a PS2 exclusive!) that it still got what it takes too.
GOW II is arguably the biggest (think vast environments, epic boss battles) and baddest (think blood, guts, and nudes) game to come to ps2 with fantastic, fun, smooth gameplay.
Now lest I raise your expectations too high, I will confess that playing this game feels more like an expansion pack to the fist rather than an original masterpiece. Some may see it as I fault, I'm happy just the way it is. You decide.
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God of war 2 is a great game. It is a little longer than the original and improves on the gameplay a bit. It's more of the same and that's a good thing. Overall, a great game, but overhyped.
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This game is rated one of the highest on my expectations for graphics and game play. I would definitely recommend this game to a friend. This would be a game not suitable for children.
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Strengths: Graphics, gameplay, hours of entertainment. Two Disc Set.
Weakness: NONE
This is by far the best game I ever played on any console( Including Xbox 360). Kratos is back and meaner than ever. The enemies are plentiful, as well as puzzles. Awesome Boss battles and beautiful graphic and detail. The kills are incredible and bloody. If you still have a PS2 or a PS3 this is a game you must have and play. I can't wait till GOW 3 comes out on the PS3 in 2008.
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Strengths: Takes everything from #1 and improves upon it
Weakness: camera angle at times
God of War II picks up the story exactly where #1 left off. The gameplay and controls are exactly the same, but they have added a few new weapons for Kratos to use. On top of that, there are bigger, better, and badder boss battles for you to enjoy (and more of them as well). The animation and graphics are amazing and the gameplay just doesn't get better than this. The only semi-annoying thing that I encountered in this game is that the camera angle tends to get hung up around certain corners, making seeing certain ledges, etc. somewhat difficult at times. Other than that, I thought the game was perfect. Definitely a game for everybody 10 and up.
This is arguably the best game for PS2, most likely the last good game for the system. It takes the 1st GOW and improves on everything. MOve attacks, weapons, enemies, puzzles. It is the most fun game I've played in a long time.
Strengths: Gorgeous graphics (for the PS2 era), fantastic action oriented gameplay, perfect responsive controls, an engaging storyline, fewer frustrating moments than the first game.
Weakness: Button mashing gets kind of old, but theres always something new to see to keep you moving on.
God of War II keeps you glued to your seat from start to finish with white knuckle action. The first game had its fair share of awe inspiring moments and tricky puzzles, but this one ups the ante. Its one fantastic adventure after another with jaw dropping situations and towering bosses. Those that love action oriented games such as Devil May Cry will be in heaven here. No doubt that this will be remembered as one of the PS2's finest shining moments.
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The sequel to the original God of War that garnered many game of the year accolades. God of War 2 improves and polishes the action adventure gameplay defined in the original while continuing the story of Kratos rise and fall as the God of War. The franchise is heavily steeped in Greek Mythology letting you battle and interact with many of the famous characters and gods such as Zeus, and the...
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God of War II (PS2)
Strengths: (1) Awesome game, even better than 1st God of War (2) Exciting pace, keeps your interest as you are moved from one memorable event to the next (3) Great graphics!
Weakness: (1) Violent content may turn off some
First off, if you have your PS2 (or PS3) hooked up through Progressive Scan enabling Component Cables, hold down the following combination of buttons before the game boots up to access a higher resolution mode: L1 + L2 + L3(Thumbstick button) + Square + Circle (simultaneously). You'll know if it works because the text that first pops up will be purple. Now, you will have a higher res image if you select Progressive Scan mode (better than normal Progressive Scan mode). It make a big difference and the game is much better looking although you have to deal with some "screen tearing". After a little while of playing you get used to it and don't even notice the tearing. The game is beautiful and the art direction is fantastic. The story is well integrated with the action and the fighting is much more interesting this time around. The puzzles are harder, too. A lot of them require you to think "outside of the box". Many solutions to the puzzles require you to think more about how you would "cheat" at the puzzle in real life, rather than what the nice clean solution would be in a regular video game. The choice of weapons are better in this game, however, you will still most likely rely on the Blades of Athena for 90% of the game - similarly to how the Blades dominated in the last game. Overall, this is an excellent, thrilling game.
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