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Killzone 2 [PlayStation 3]

Killzone 2 (2009)

FPS

Developer	Guerrilla
Publisher	SCEA
Series	Killzone

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Description

Throughout the campaign, players will encounter lifelike and adaptable artificial intelligence (A.I.) from enemies as well as fellow soldiers, destructible environments, and stunningly detailed scenery. Additionally, players will be tasked with utilizing a host of new weapons and vehicles in the war to stop the Helghast. Featuring an extensive single-player campaign and thrilling multi-player mode, Killzone 2 delivers a host of new gameplay elements and an intense storyline that will once again drive gamers to join the ranks of the ISA and fight the Helghast…this time on the enemy's home planet.

Two years after the Helghast assault on Vekta, the ISA is taking the fight to the enemy's home world of Helghan. The ISA goal is direct: capture the Helghast leader, Emperor Visari, and bring the Helghast war machine to a halt. Assuming the role of Sev, a battle-hardened veteran and a member of the special forces unit known as the Legion, players will lead a group of highly trained soldiers on a mission to take out the Helghast threat. For Sev and his squad, the invasion of Helghan is just the beginning. Tasked with securing Pyrrhus, the Capital City, the team quickly discovers that the Helghast are a formidable enemy on their home planet. Not only have they adjusted to the planet's hostile conditions, they have also harnessed a source of power they can now use against the ISA. Sev discovers his squad isn't just fighting enemy forces – their fiercest opponent may be the planet itself.

Experience realistic, highly atmospheric environments that respond dynamically to the violent conditions on the planet Helghan.

Witness the devastating effects of Helghan's climate as it forces you and your enemies to adapt to new tactics.

Control an arsenal of new and unique weapons and vehicles, in addition to trusty Killzone classics like the M82-G and the StA-52 LA.

Face off against fearsome enemies who have learned to wield the hostility of Helghan itself against their opponents.

Between Killzone 2's unique visual style, the power of PS3, the use of EDGE tools, and the proprietary technology developed by Guerrilla, the game promises to impress players with its benchmark visuals, smooth character animation, detailed, effect-laden environments, and realtime cutscenes.

Experience a beautifully lit world brought to life by deferred rendering technology. Multiple shadows casting light sources bring out the highly detailed environments and character animations.

With true next-gen audio the player is further immersed in the world, supporting 7.1 surround and location-specific audio with wave tracing. Players will not only notice the difference between indoor and outdoor but also experience sound and music that are dynamic and contextual.

Studio grade special effects will provide unprecedented visual fidelity. With full screen anti-aliasing, motion blur, internal lens reflections, and depth-based color grading, players will experience a picture that is sharp, smooth, and full of detail.

Reviews on Killzone 2 [PlayStation 3]

Tex Visser on Killzone 2 [PlayStation 3], 18-03-2009

"Well, to start off: Killzone 2 is amazing!

I finished the campaign in six and half hours: it's a like a long rollercoaster ride.
As soon as you think you have murdered them all, you realize that was just the first mission.
You'll be send over the entire Helghan planet. Even on you're own fleet ship heavy battles will break loose.

The controls work really well and you can button map them yourself. This game is awesome online. Even if you can't go online, the campaign is very good. But keep in mind this game was made for online. If you don't pay attention for 2 seconds, you're going down soon. Online is one big chaos, but that doesn't mean it's not tactical. You can try to go guns blazing into enemy camp, but by the time you get there you won't have any ammo left.

Because of above mentioned "problem" they made badges and each of them has his own speciality. Let's take a look at them:

* Soldier: You can customise him all you want. With other guns, etc
* Medic: Can revive mortally wounded teammates and drop healthpacks
* Engineer: Can place sentry bots in a level and repair broken ammo depots and mounted weapons.
* Tacticien: He can place extra spawn points you're team mates can use. Besides that, he can call in air support.
* Assault: The big and tough soldier. He has twice as much armor and has a boost ability, so he can run extra fast.
* Saboteur: Can change into a player of the other team and place sticky proximity mines.
* Scout: He has a cloak ability which makes him near to invisible and he can tag enemy players which makes them visible on the map of youre team.

All together Killzone 2 is a must buy for everyone with a Playstation 3. If you don't have a PS3 Killzone 2 is worth buying one."