I was fortunate enough to receive Killzone 2 yesterday.
I'd like to take a minute to share with you guys my opinions on the game.
Killzone 2 is a game that has been in development for the PS3 for close to 5 year and it shows. It shows in the
visuals, which I'm sure most if not all of you have seen with your own eyes. The lighting engine and gameplay engine
that is used in killzone 2 is one that will certainly revolutionize the way 1st party titles are developed for the ps3 and well it should. The amount of activity and visceral immersion that this title thrusts you in is amazing. What is even more amazing is the lack of any framedrop while it's all happening. That feat takes some serious tech.
Now on to the gameplay. There will be people that find the controls to feel a little off. I'm not quite sure that is a good way to describe it. Guerilla Games went for a 'realistic' sort of control scheme and in my opinion nailed it. I'm sure some of you have played FPS games that feel like your character is a camera on a tripod free to swing up, down, left and right with ease. Not so with Killzone 2 you actually feel like a character in a game. There is weight behind your movements. It takes a little more skill to aim and shoot effectively. This is not a twitch shooter. The only complaint I have is not GG's fault. It's going to take some time for me to get used to this control scheme because I'm so used to playing those twitch shooters.
The environment in Killzone 2 will take your breath away. There are certain locations and set pieces that will
literally make your jaw hit the floor. I wouldn't dare spoil them for you. Things you just have to see to believe.
Offline bots is a HUGE plus for this game. Honestly I think every shooting game that has multiplayer should also have an offline bot mode. It is very fun to and educational to be able to play anytime you want on any map you want without the fear of being called a newb and constantly getting owned while trying to learn the maps.The only gripe I have is not being able to choose specific modes like just death match or only Search and destroy. While playing the offline mode called "Skirmish" you have to play all of the game modes one after another until the round ends. It's really hard to say that is a legitimate 'gripe' though because offline bot mode is such a great idea for shooters.
Online Multiplayer is where this game will truely stand out for most people. Though the online servers are not up yet I had the opportunity to participate in the MP Beta. I don't want to give a 'review' since it was a 'beta' but I will say this. I spent roughly 15 hours playing this beta. Take a guess if I liked it or not. (haha) While in the beta I was able to unlock just a couple of the 6 classes.
Killzone 2 is a flagship title and it shows. If you even have a slight interest in FPS games you owe it to yourself, your PS3, and Guerilla Games to go buy it on the 27th of Feb.
Trust me you won't be disappointed.
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