Edge Review: FEAR 2

Edge writes: "If the horror genre has taught us anything beside? 'aim for the head' and 'there's no better hiding place than behind Kurt Russell', it's that everything happens for a reason. No matter how bizarre the events, there's always a method to the madness, a man behind the curtain, or a ghost in the machine. FEAR 2 should know: it has the lot."

[volcane]

Grabs the popcorn

[cayal]

I will summarise the entire gamer zone and open zone as will be known in a day or so:

- EDGE is bias.
- Better than Killzone 2. Edge is bias
- [username] has been Killzownd
- Killzone 2 is the best game ever.
- EDGE is in bed with Microsoft
- EDGE has a 360 bias
- PS3 is 3rd and doomed
- PS3 sold 20 million in 2 years vs 28 million in 3.
- 360 = RROD
- List of [PS3 Exclusives] vs 360 [exclusives]
- US is not worldwide
- UK is not Europe
- PS3 sucks
- 360 sucks

[Alcon]

I don't know why, but now you mentioned popcorns, I really want to eat some.
Think I'll buy some for tonight....

[staub91]

Edge is a joke and they wont ever be receiving hits from me.

Killzone 2 is without doubt better than FEAR 2.

[r3xmund1]

Why do I keep going back to read these 'obviously written to piss me off' reviews....

I loved F.E.A.R and the sequel looks fab but jeezus, I just finished KZ2 and I played some Bot matches and I cannot see how F.E.A.R 2 is better....

Gaaaah!

[vasilisk]

I've played both games and for anyone who thinks I'm lying just look at my comment history and you'll know I'm not.
FEAR should not be awarded more than a 7. I gave it a 6.5 and I was feeling generous. The game is repetitive as hell, same enemies, mediocre AI and I'm not even going to go into graphics (looks like a 2006 game), innovation (none) and gameplay (far worse then the original FEAR). Just shoot with a rifle in FEAR 2 and you'll know what I'm talking about. For the first two hours of this game I was wandering through the same corridors (EXACTLY the same - I thought I was running in circles) shooting at exactly the same enemies. If this is fun according to EDGE, then they must have a weird sense of what is entertaining and what's not. There were fun and interesting moments but for most of the game I found out that I had to force to finish the game, cause I was bored as hell. Popping in FEAR 2 after Killzone just made me laugh at the quality of the title.
And guess what? No co-op in FEAR and the multiplayer simply sucks. But today's gaming "journalists" keeps forgetting all those things when they review FEAR 2 and magically they remember them when they review Killzone 2.
Yes EDGE is a joke, always was, always will be. To even suggest that FEAR 2 is a better game is laughable, if just not sad.
I think this quote taken from the article says it all about EDGE and their attitude towards Killzone:
"As for you, Killzone, mind your manners and stop peering over at the score. It’s unfortunate timing that sees two quite similar triple-A games sitting shoulder-to-shoulder in the space of a week, but unfortunate for who ? Killzone 2 has the technology and spectacle ; FEAR 2 has class, direction and a most mischievous sense of humour – and technology and spectacle."

Why do they even feel the need to compare the 2? Because they know EXACTLY what they're doing and I'm sure anyone can understand what I'm talking about. Technology and spectacle in FEAR 2???? Are they trying to be funny or are they serious??? To call FEAR 2 a triple A title is just sad, everyone will know what I'm talking about in a few days...

[SL1M DADDY]

I agree with the score but rather would have gave the game an 8.5. However, this review shows just how pathetic Edge is in their bias since this is just as much a shooter as Killzone 2, only with lesser graphics and a simpler variety in weaponry. Sorry, but if this get's an 8 from Edge and KZ2 gets a 7, their credibility is certainly not there. Of course, this is not news since we all knew how pathetic Edge was and is.

[ActionBastard]

Their print mag is going the way of EGM, so why not ignore their site and reviews? Maybe it would give them more of a reason to review games as gamers and not the inept posers they appear to be.

[joydestroy]

if there was no proof before, there is now because FEAR 2 is no where near better than Killzone 2. FEAR 2 is a must rent. Killzone 2 is a must buy. simple as that.

[JeffGUNZ]

Why does everyone keep saying EDGE is bias and loves microsoft? Correct me if I am wrong, but didn't EDGE give Halo Wars a 7 and KZ2 a 7? I haven't played either, but I mean, I could see if they gave KZ2 a 7 and Halo Wars a 10, but they didn't. EDGE is doing two things. 1) Trying to fuel the fanboy war, and people are buying it and 2) Trying to make a name for themselves but posting medicore scores for great games.

I am so tired of this fanboy war. You have to realize that no one is ever going to say "You know something, you're right, I am going to throw out my 360 and buy a PS3". People have different preferances. Who CARES what system some kid you have no idea who he is in another state is playing. Start caring about what your playing and enjoy it as much as possible.

[TheTwelve]

Ok. Edge officially doesn't know what the heck they're talking about.

It isn't about bias. It's about their lack of consistency in reviews.

Goodbye Edge...join Gamespot as a review site that belongs in an armpit of the internet.

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[na2ru1]

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[Blademask]

Halo Wars is an RTS not an FPS. It isn't graded on the same merits as KZ2 vs other FPS's are. Look at the rest of Halo Wars scores. Edge wasn't alone giving it a 7.

The reason EDGE is clearly biased, is because of this very review for Fear2.

EDGE says all of the things that are negatives for KZ2, are positives for Fear2. I use fear2 because its the most recent example of how biased they are. If you are reviewing an FPS and complain about its lack of innovation, claim its an average FPS, knock it for no-co op, and dont bother mentioning the amazing online. You have to apply the same review standards to all FPSs. Which is what EDGE doesn't do.

They are clearly doing this for hits, which is why EDGE has given KZ2(the HIGHEST PROFILE PS3 GAME EVER) the lowest score of a 7. It always happens with the higher profile PS3 exclusive games that get bunk reviews that knock them for doing things that other games they reviewed got away with doing.

This isn't about other games, its about a specific game, KZ2. Which is an FPS. Watch when HALO:OSD comes out, and expect that 9 from edge.

[JeffGUNZ]

This article has NOTHING to do with KZ2. It has the same to do with KZ2 as it does Halo Wars. I don't care KZ and Fear2 are both FPS and Halo Wars isn't, this article is titled "EDGE Review; Fear 2". Not
"Why Fear 2 is better then KZ2". So, your logic can't be taken serious. My point with Halo is and KZ2 is showing there is no bias towards anyone. If EDGE loves micrsoft, then they would give Halo Wars A HIGH SCORE REGARDLESS of whether it deserves it or not. You can't be bias without 2 parites being involved, you have to be biased to one and not the other. This website is just posting these reviews, well, I mean the EDGE website, for HITS. I have a 360, and I will proudly say I don't have interest in Halo Wars or the other halo game. The fact is if they didn't like PS3, then they would boost xbox's score. Everyone cries when KZ2 is looked upon as not perfect. This site didn't like the game, big whoop. Everyone needs to stop looking for scapegoats and just understand people are entitled to their opinions. Just because someone doesn't like what you like, doesn't mean they are bias. Come on, so many people look ridiculous here.

[Nonsense 4 Gamers]

I almost have the F.A.I.L. 2 Platinum Trophy and I can honestly say that the KZ2 demo alone is more fun. I need 3 multiplayer trophies but the multiplayer sucks so much I might not get them.

F.A.I.L. 2 multiplayer = HUGE FAIL - Terrible setup is completely nonuser-friendly.

Trophies = FAIL - Single player trophies are way too easy and some of the multiplayer trophies are literally impossible to get without boosting. IE "Kill 3 people while blinded from a shock(flash) grenade in a ranked match. I got flashed 4 times and killed 1 person each time but did NOT get the trophy so I boosted with some friends and the ONLY way you can get the trophy is if 3 people gather in a corner, flash you and then you blow them up with 1 rocket. There's some other even more ridiculous multiplayer trophies that are almost impossible even if you boost!

Campaign = Average - I beat it on the hardest difficulty and it was like most games "normal". Way too easy.

Scary = LOL yeah right! - I played it alone at night with the lights off and I NEVER got scared. I got like startled like maybe twice. FEAR 1 was way scarier.

Longevity = Short -This game will not keep you occupied more than 2 weeks, although it came out 2 weeks before KZ2 so it's something to keep you busy plus there's trophies. It get really stale pretty quickly. I've played it for around 40-50 hours and I'm sooo sick of it.

Score = 8.0 - I give it a generous 8.0 because the single player is pretty long for shooter (about 12-13 hours on hardest difficulty) and at least it has some sort of (bad) multiplayer. I suggest you rent from GameFly

[Why o why]

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good score for F2

too bad edge are so pompous. They are just getting too old. Bloody uncle rico's

[hippo24]

Hmm if Fear is indeed better then both Killzone and Halo Wars then im going to have to rethink some future purchases.

[edhe]

Try reading the review, not looking at the score.

But tbh i think everyone should check out Monolith's games, makes you forget films as 'scary' in any way.

[hippo24]

Ohh I played FEAR 2 and it was quite a good game, It was incredibly atmospheric and a solid shooter there were not to many flaws in it and it was generally a valid purchase.

What Im saying is that it didn't exactly blow my mind away, and Im being facetious.

[Panthers]

Confirmed better than KZ2, just like Wii Tap

[table]

wii tap sh*ts all over killzone2...

*shakes head at edge*

[hippo24]

FEAR 2>Halo Wars and Killzone 2

If that is indeed true this year isnt off to a flying start.

[Kleptic]

according to edge it is...according to the rest of the living planet...it isn't even close...well at least for killzone 2...the rest of the world actually finds the EDGE review of halo wars pretty accurate...

[hippo24]

yea....no they don't

[Foxgod]

Killzone killer confirmed.

[Why o why]

we must be able to laugh at funny things and ourselves.

yep... that made me chuckle

[mxdan]

it's multiplatform idiot.

Killzone is an exclusive.

[goflyakite]

There you have it folks.
FEAR 2 better than KZ2, EDGE says so.

[Bathyj]

This game must have co-op.

[Why o why]

and innovate

[ActionBastard]

The mechs are the innovation.

[deadie]

it must have greater immersion? co-op, gfx, better multiplayer, better sound, storyline, better integration of hud? Haha - this review is a joke!

[Rhythmattic]

It has 7.1 Surround. Unlike K2 that has 10.1 -3. So K2 loses points.

[DelbertGrady]

FEAR 2 is a great game. I'm enjoying it very much and thinks it deserves an 8/10. I can't say if it's better or worse than Killzone 2 though, since I haven't played that game.

[Ju]

Haven't played either. But played the Fear2 demo...once (as in 1 time ever). Have played the KZ2 demo once ... a day. I don't know, maybe that's an indicator.

[Sir Ken_Kutaragi]

Played the Demo of 'FEAR 2' same old CR*P...Deleted it...

Played 'KillZone 2' Demo...Played it again...Played it again...
Played it again...Played it again...Played it again...
Played it again...Played it again...Played it again...
Played it again...Played it again...Played it again...
Played it again...Played it again...Played it again...
Played it again...Played it again...Played it again...
Played it again...Played it again...Played it again...
;-P ;-P ;-P

[Foxgod]

You obviously arent as smart as Edge is.

[Graphics Whore]

One of the dumbest Xbox Fanboys on N4G shouldn't be talking about intelligence levels of other members.

[hippo24]

Your no beacon of hope yourself.

[Graphics Whore]

Yes and you are lol, haha, no one is on n4g that's the joke.

At least I can contemplate and construct intelligent arguments and conversations, instead of being a prick on N4G lol.

[hippo24]

Says the guy ridiculing another for being "unintelligent"

Yea your just soo much better then the rest aren't ya.

[Graphics Whore]

Have you seen half of what FoxGod writes? I'm starting to believe maybe average people like yourself are on his intelligence level.

[hippo24]

Yes Im fully aware of the bile Foxgod puts out, but I think your just as bad.

You both defend and attack consoles (or even people) without so much as a moment of pause and both refuse to believe that either both consoles could possibly be equal or that both might have their fair share of pluses and minuses.

You both go onto rants about how your preferred console is better and how anyone who disagrees is "dumb" or blind.

In my humble opinion you have very little room to criticize.

[Graphics Whore]

Right, form an opinionated idea and actually search my comment history. Go back to school preferably. Away, enough to do with a guy who's alias is hippo24, that just tells me a whole bunch about who you are.

[deadie]

Ok - they will have a hard time defending this.

Anyone (with a common sense) will know that fear 2 isnt half as good as kz2.

Talk about misleading review - fear 2 = worse graphics, worse ai, absolutely nothing new or inventive (wich was a big deal for the negative aspects of the kz2 reviews), and it hasnt got a multiplayer mode equal to kz2.
Oh yeah - it doesnt even have a splitscreen coop awwww. Shame shame.

But - there must be something fear 2 has... what could it be? Fun?
Yeah... its fun! Thats it. Cmon EDGE wtf are you chewing on?
Youre trying to tell us that Kz2 wasnt any fun? That is IT!
This is kindergarden journalism at its best.

The title for this review should have been : "Desperatly seeking attention - the way EDGE sees fit"

...and boy oh boy you will get it.

[hippo24]

Anyone with common sense doesn't claim a game is great until they've played it...

[deadie]

ive played it ^^

[hippo24]

yea I played the demo too, and it had like 19 min of gameplay.

Cant really make an accurate decision on the rest of the game based on that now can we.

Err...well I guess you did but I refuse to.

[edhe]

Well, to be honest monolith have made several great games and know how to.

Guerilla haven't.

[ActionBastard]

I'll forgive your ignorance this time.

[edhe]

I'll not forgive your ignorance, not that your opinion, nor mine, matters diddlysquat.

List 5 Good guerilla games beyond killzone 1.

I'll start monolith:
NOLF
Condemned
Fear
Blood
AVP2..

Don't be stupid and try to imply that objectivity is ignorance, god forbid i'm not swept away in the killzone torrent!

[Salta_nelas]

Edge is looking idiotic by the minute.
I take this one also has COop (now a demanded feature for fps...lol, innovates FPS and it's more immersive than KZ2 ;)

We all know KZ2 is a 9 or 10 game.

[marichuu]

I don't.

[JasonPC360PS3Wii]

Better score than Killzone and Halo Wars, only difference is fans wont be writing whine blogs about the Halo Wars score. Now if my copy of FEAR would hurry up and arive in the mail I will be happy.

[BMS84]

Because it's a multi , if it was a XBOX360 exclusive it would be a 9, **** EDGE

[JasonPC360PS3Wii]

Yeah because that 7 they gave Halo Wars was a mistake while most others gave it a 9. They are sooooo paid off by MS, so is Gametralers, TVG, CVG, IGN, 1up, Joystiq, KOTAKU, Digg, Time, Wallstreet Journal, People, Ebony Skin, Lawn and Garden, Hustler, and American Bride (rolls eyes)

[hippo24]

Halo wars got a 7 from edge....

Kinda throws your theory out the window.

[Alcon]

yeah thats true. It has nothing to do with pro or against M$/Sony. It's just that Edge's review have no consistency. It's like there is a new reviewer for each game, without having a basis. The basis depending on each genre might be rating the story, the gameplay,innovation,... and the final rating should be the average of all those.
They should have a fixed number of things they should rate a game by (for each game the same, variation can apply depending the genre, but a game within a genre should be reviewed by the same criteria as any other game from the same genre).
The problem is some reviewers take for example only originality, but not the gameplay, or the fun factor but not innovation,... and so on and so on...
If anyone reviews in the name of a magazine or site, he should not only make a personal review, but review depending the basis ( meaning the criteria for each genre), so it will remain personal, but all the reviewers will review depending the same criteria.

Well thats just my opinion of how things might work better (and thats not only for Edge but for all sites or magazines)

[stealthx]

this seems that edge like pc games more then 360 and ps3 games cause they have been bias to both consoles with halo wars and killzone 2

[Nihilism]

a f-ing men, finally one gaming site that even cares about the pc, one would think we were typing on our 360's/ps3 on this site with all these console war bullets flying around destroying any mention of the pc

[LightofDarkness]

Being in the position to play both FEAR 2 (on PC for the best possible experience) and KZ2, I suppose I'll make my own mind up. Haven't played FEAR 2 demo yet, but I have played KZ2's many times over and can safely say it's a damn good game. Judging from the demo, I still think Uncharted looks better, there's a lot of smoke and mirrors that make KZ2 look good (lots of lens flare and blur effects) and many inconsistencies in the quality of the in-game assets (mostly texturing gripes). I enjoyed FEAR quite a lot, so I'll see how FEAR 2 shapes up. Looks to be more of the same, which isn't a bad thing, but isn't great either.

[Nihilism]

i truly loved this game, i've bought many games recently and many new fps's but this one was special, all the little touches that a valve game would have that you cannot describe...like the opening train scene in hl2, this game is full of awesome scenery and battles, loved it,great combat, very solid gameplay all round, and mechs are SIIICCCKK

[Ronick]

I own both games and played them both. I dont comment much...but i just had to this time.

FEAR 2 is a good game but KZ2 is just so much better in so many ways. KZ2 isnt perfect, it has its issues but its easily a 9/10. I dont want to comment on anything releated to the 360. Im just saying that KZ2 is a much better game.

my kz2 after thoughts http://nikhasri.gametrailer...

[godkiller]

PEPS got own opinion,but giveing fear2 more than kill??????.
Something fishy going on at edge ,and im not talking about the nerds underpants.
Fact reviwers should not score multiplayer,until couple mounths have gone by,this goes for all games.they can say what multi is all about,but until been tested by gamers"mmm like kill2 beta has big time".
#Anyway only one shop were i live stocks edge,and manager told me there stopping that soon as mag hasnt sold 1 copy in 6 mounths ? OMG I WONDER WHY???? IS IT THERE CRAP REVIEWS,THAT DONT ADD UP???mmmm.
And put it this way 90 mags love killzone2,but DO WE REMEBER THERE NAMES??? NOPE BUT BECUASE WHAT EDGE DO EVERYBODY IS TALKING ABOUT THEM,PEOPLE SEEING THE BIGGER PICTURE HERE YET?????.