Condemned 2: Bloodshot - Playstation 3

by Sega

• Face horrifying enemies and endless heart-stopping surprises in the shadows of a strange and sinister world
• New set of high-tech forensic tools; new vicious combo attacks and over-the-top finishing moves
• Gritty environments with secondary objectives and multiple path solutions
• Smart and devious enemies featuring realistic AI behavior--befriend them and they might fight on your side
• Powerful projectile-based weapons; online gaming for up to 8 players with 3 unique modes

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000XJK40O
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches ; 4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: March 18, 2008
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (74 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,715 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Platform: PlayStation 3

Condemned 2: Bloodshot returns with an all-new fighting system and for the first time, online multiplayer modes. As Ethan Thomas, the unstable and disgraced Serial Crimes Unit investigator, players will face horrifying enemies and endless heart-stopping surprises in the shadows of a strange and sinister world. Players utilize a new set of high-tech forensic tools and fight off violent enemies on the perilous hunt for Ethan's missing partner. Ethan will need to use anything and everything in the environment to survive as he unravels the mysteries shrouding the city in darkness.

Features:

• New vicious combo attacks and over-the-top finishing moves including bare-fisted combat, grappling, bone breaking and neck snapping
• Online gaming for up to eight players with three unique modes for both Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3
• The arsenal is expanded to include items taken straight from the environment like tire irons, bricks, toilet seats, antlers, foos ball sticks, flaming 2x4s, mannequin arms and mop buckets
• Massive gunplay is made possible by powerful projectile-based weapons like the sub-gun, crossbow, shotgun, oozie, 9MM, and .45 caliber pistol
• Gritty environments with secondary objectives and multiple path solutions
• Smart and devious enemies featuring realistic AI behavior...befriend them and they might fight on your side

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars creepy and challenging April 2, 2008

By Will Blandin

Platform for Display:PlayStation 3

Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

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. Read more ›

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars 3 1/2 Stars Game June 12, 2009

By C. Palma

Platform for Display:PlayStation 3

Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

I bought this game with some skepticism in mind, reading good and bad reviews about it, I thought I would give my own mixed review.

To begin, I am currently playing this game on Hard, your experience may be otherwise different with the game if you played it in other level of difficulty, that is obvious. All you have heard about this game being a MUST to play at night, all true. The game keeps you on your toes, full of suspense and the random bad guy popping every now and then will definitely make you jump a bit. The array of weapons have thus far been varied, you will find 9 mms and shotguns scattered around, but their clips are limited, even though having a powerful weapon would defeat the purpose of what the creators had in mind (a challenging, strategy/weapon based game) I would have opted for a little more fire power. That being said, it is all about strategy and combos, they might get a little repetitive and to be honest, rushing, attacking and then backing off to read the enemy's timing is the best way to defeat them. So far I have only encountered one boss and it was quite challenging to try and bring down, since she would rush and use her heavy weapon on me, 3 hits and I was out, so playing on hard will definitely require more strategic moves.

Now to the bad side of the game. I had read that some people experienced sound problems, some others did not. Sadly, I was one of those affected by the sound, but it was not as annoying as described by others. Some random popping and that was about it. Other people said the game was too dark, well, this game is obviously designed to be played at night, all lights turned off and full attention on it. Adjusting the game's brightness will definitely get rid of this problem.

Problems about the game itself, I have only found a handful. The inability to jump and duck sets back the game a little. I have found that the smallest box will impede your process if you want to go through a door, which could easily be solved by a quick jump, instead you have to hit it out of the way with your weapon, which might end up weakening the condition of it. Lack of true firepower might be a bit annoying, this game comes at you full force and I would definitely love to pack a shotgun with me for when you are surrounded or the enemy can take plenty of damage. The camera might be a little choppy at times but not too bad, (SPOILER) the true setback is when you are wearing your mask, that takes away a good 25% of the already weakened visibility.

That being said, this game does pack some good fun, especially on a desolated night and like I always say, you should rent before you buy. If you truly consider this to be a good game to buy then get it. Read more ›

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars PLAY IT 4 URSELF. April 10, 2008

By R. Lowry

Platform for Display:PlayStation 3

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

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!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Game. Good plot. Great Sound effects. May 13, 2008

By goose2731

Platform for Display:PlayStation 3

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

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.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent! February 1, 2011

By Jess

Platform for Display:PlayStation 3|Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I am so pleased with this purchase! It came quickly and was in perfect condition. Definitely worth buying! Excellent game, especially when you play in the dark!