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Sanctum 2

Coffee Stain Studios · May 15, 2013

PC · Xbox 360

Teen

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Sanctum 2 is the sequel to the world’s first Tower Defense/FPS hybrid game. Pick from four unique character classes and embark on a mission to protect the oxygen-producing Cores from hordes of deadly aliens who are threatened by their existence. Outfit your character exactly the way you want through the new and extensive customization system. Choose your own loadout of towers, weapons and perks, but choose wisely because you are humanity’s last defense against the unrelenting hordes set out to destroy it.

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Scores by platform

PC

Critic 8.1 (12 critics) · Gamer 9.2

8.3

Xbox 360

Critic 7.8 (8 critics) · Gamer 5.5

7.2

Critic reviews

  • COGconnected

    Daniel Kozlowski · Jun 05, 2013

    7.3
    Sanctum 2 is a unique title offering a entertaining experience that can’t be found elsewhere, but it isn’t without its flaws. Most notably it hides way too much information from the player making it awkward to form strategies, which is odd considering the nature of the game. That being said Sanctum 2 combines two genres fairly well as a whole, and blasting aliens while building an intricate base is always exciting.
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    Robert VerBruggen · May 28, 2013

    8.4
    Simply put, Sanctum 2 is an incredibly clever, incredibly fun game. Setting up your towers is intellectually challenging, and mowing down enemies is a wonderful blend of mindless excitement and strategy. It's great to have all these elements together in one game.
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  • GameSpot

    Maxwell McGee · May 23, 2013

    8.0
    With a smart blend of action and strategy, Sanctum 2 successfully combines two disparate genres into one cohesive--and enjoyable--whole. Whether you're a fan of its predecessor or are new to the series, there's a lot to enjoy in this genre-bending hybrid. Every element from the original game has been expanded upon, creating a lengthy adventure that continues to feel fresh even after multiple completions.
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  • Destructoid

    Patrick Hancock · May 21, 2013

    7.0
    It isn't quite as much tower defense as fans of the first game would probably hope for, since more of the emphasis this time around is placed on the first-person shooting element. It also hides way too much information from the player, leading to a lot of guess-and-check strategies. The game remains a refreshing hybrid of genres, however, and many of the frustrations temporarily wash away as you lay witness to the last enemy in the last wave die, proving that your strategic planning and accurate shooting have paid off.
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  • The Escapist

    Joshua Vanderwall · May 21, 2013

    8.0
    All told, Sanctum 2 is a ton of fun to play, offering 4-player drop in/drop out online co-op, as well as a rich single player experience. In co-op, you'll have a shared tower limit, as well as the ability to grief your teammates by recycling their towers to build your own. The blend of FPS and tower defense is a stroke of genius, giving players on both sides of the strategy/twitch spectrum something to enjoy here.
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  • Game Informer

    Kimberley Wallace · May 16, 2013

    8.5
    Sanctum 2 shines brightest when it's forcing you to think and consider all the options it places in front of you, from tower choice to which enemies to gun down to what perks are the most advantageous. Being tested on and off the battlefield with my decisions kept me constantly picking my brain. For those who enjoy tapping into new creative ways for victory, Sanctum 2 doesn't disappoint.

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