Risen 2: Dark Waters

Critic reviews

• CCOGconnected

  Daniel Kozlowski · Aug 09, 2012

  4.9

  With serious technical issues afflicting the game, it would seem that Risen 2 performs better on its home turf, the PC. If the console version is the only you can play this game, and you’ve got an itch for an open-world pirate themed RPG, Risen 2 may satisfy you until something more polished sails into port.

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• GIGame Informer

  Adam Biessener · Aug 09, 2012

  5.5

  Everything that could go wrong in mapping controls to gamepads did. Worse, the much-needed dodging that was patched into the PC. The occasional amusing storyline or bit of dialogue aren’t near enough reason to suffer through the awful combat and constant technical problems.
• RSRPG Site

  Simon Chun · May 20, 2012

  6.0

  Risen 2 is an odd game filled with elements that don't really match with each other and often times conflict leaving the player wondering whether this was a well-conceptualized game. Odd choices in gameplay as well as a frustrating combat experience can leave you angry at times but the joy that can be had with its narrative and cinematic experience is something that can alleviate said annoyances. If pirates are your thing and you want to have a journey with a bit of hampered gameplay on the way then Risen 2 might be for you.

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• CCheatcc

  Robert VerBruggen · May 08, 2012

  6.0

  With more time to spend, the developers could probably have fixed the combat, cleared up the most annoying graphical glitches, and implemented a better navigation system. Instead, they released a half-completed game. It's possible that further patches will help matters—other reviewers have pointed out that The Witcher 2 had similar combat problems until a patch overhauled the system. But barring some serious improvements, Risen 2 is an obvious candidate for the "do not buy" list.

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• PGPC Gamer

  Rich McCormick · May 04, 2012

  6.1

  Risen 2 is as coarsely put together as the pirates it references throughout. Dig around and there's real gold to be found in the hours of game-time it offers, but the sheer hard work required to unearth them will be too much for all but the truly dedicated RPG plunderer.

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• GGameSpot

  Kevin VanOrd · May 03, 2012

  7.0

  Risen 2's slow-paced progression and clumsy combat require and reward patience, something Risen and Gothic veterans have in spades. If you are such a player, you might be surprised by how focused this sequel is when compared with its sprawling, unforgiving predecessors. But Risen 2: Dark Waters surpasses its foibles, offering up a joyous and occasionally profane odyssey through humid jungles, dank caves, and imposing temples.

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