The new issue of OXM has now reached subscribers, revealing the first review of Crysis 2.
Crytek's debut on Xbox 360 became our latest cover star (after the previous occupant dropped out at the last minute) after seriously impressing us at review, bagging a mighty 9/10 score.
It was the multiplayer that tipped the balance; with sixteen super-powered Nanosuits battling it out, it makes for "some of the most exciting, angry and satisfying action you'll ever have."
The singleplayer impressed by sheer spectacle: "as you progress, streets rupture, buildings tilt and fall," and ploughing throught it all in the game's super-powered Nanosuit "is both massively empowering and intelligently balanced by the need to manage its energy levels." You can get a sample by watching some new Crysis 2 gameplay footage recently posted online.
For the full review, pick up the new issue of OXM on-sale Thursday - you'll also get an exclusive first look at Prototype 2, our review of Dragon Age 2 and an exclusive rundown of the new Radiant story system in Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. You can buy a single issue online with free delivery.
12 comments so far...
Bezza89 on 7 Mar '11 said:
When will we found out what the big surprise is? Next issue after the one you advertise in this article?
Stubee on 7 Mar '11 said:
"it was the multiplayer that tipped the balance"
Really? Seems surprising after the two MP demos that came out that most seemed to think was awful.
Jensonjet on 7 Mar '11 said:
(With reviews being useless to me) I've only one question...
Does it have online co-op campaign?
That's all I need to know. If no, I'm out.
EdDeRs1 on 7 Mar '11 said:
give us the f**king review then!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Coolicle121 on 7 Mar '11 said:
Nope it doesn't have Online Co-Op. I'm still getting it though this game looks really promising. I had a bash with my friends on it and we loved it so much we all vowed to get the game on the day. But i hope they do add Co-Op campaign online. That would be awesome.
Stewb on 7 Mar '11 said:
Wow. If this got 9/10 I would be amazed to find out what you would give the original. Gameplay and graphics have gone backwards in three years... I highly recommend the original
schwepterbrowser on 7 Mar '11 said:
Got my issue on Saturday, the majority of the reviews are 9/10!
TinnoUnited on 7 Mar '11 said:
Yes! I counted about 7 9/10 reviews! Thought I was just going mad..
ETboy on 7 Mar '11 said:
Thoroughly well-deserved, from what I've played. Great pacing, and the Nanosuit's voice gives me goosebumps.
Jensonjet on 8 Mar '11 said:
Cheers for the info. My days of buying shooters without co-op are over. Interesting that you suggest that it's a feature they might add. I know Crytek aren't your average developer, so I'll keep my eyes peeled for this in future. I hope you enjoy the game whenever it's out.
Coolicle121 on 8 Mar '11 said:
Yh you don't get online Co-Op these days except On Red Dead Redemption and Halo. There might be some kind of other story of the game about these two guys. Maybe like a prologue.
NichRezzed on 12 Mar '11 said:
I thought it was 6 vs 6?