Game details
- Game:
- Killzone 2
- AKA
- KZ2
- Genre:
- Shooter
- Sub Genre:
- First Person
- Release Date (US):
- February 27th, 2009
- Release Date (UK):
- February 25th, 2009
- Players:
- 1
- Online Players:
- 2-32
- Developers:
- Guerilla Games
- Publisher:
- SCE
- Rating:
- M [Mature]
- PSU Rank:
- 1 of 1184 Games
- PSU Rank on PS3:
- 1 of 536 Games
- Additional Information:
- Only on PS3
About Killzone 2
Killzone 2 is Guerrilla Games' next gen sequel to Killzone. This is one of the biggest PlayStation 3 developments with a budget of approximately $60 million to make. Many gamers see this as the Halo killer title.
Review
- PSU Review Score
- 9.5
- Avg. user review score:
- 9.4
Summary
Dictionary Definition, 'Epic': Heroic and impressive in quality; surpassing the usual or ordinary; majestic; impressively great; Killzone 2.
We like
- The flowing and aggressive gameplay
- The look and feel of the weapons
- The amazing visuals and outstanding audio
We dislike
- The weak storyline
See PSU's review on Metacritic & GameRankings
‘Epic’ is a word that is loosely banded around the videogame industry. In practically every press release pimping the latest game that comes fluttering into our inbox, we find that very noun used nonchalantly by publishers trying to convince us that its game will be the next big thing. There are very few games that I’d personally describe as epic, only a handful in fact; Oblivion, Shadow of the Colossus, Meta...
- Posted Feb 2nd 2009
- 181 Comments
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Killzone 2 News
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Killzone 3 rumors emerge once again
According to the folks at Eurogamer.de (via VG247), Guerrilla Games’ Jan-Bart Van Beek recently let slip on a Dutch TV that the firm is working on a successor to Killzone 2 and is targeting a 2011 release for the project. Van Beek apparently claimed that the game might be released in 2010, ...
- Posted Nov 9th 2009
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Rumor: Killzone 3 in works for 2010 release
According to Internet gossip, the latest issue of PlayStation: The Official Magazine alleges that Killzone 3 is currently "deep in development" over at Guerrilla Games, with the sequel apparently due out some time in 2010. In addition, the magazine also states that Resistance 3 is in th...
- Posted Oct 19th 2009
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Guerrilla Games taking a break from Killzone 2
Guerrilla Games’ Seb Downie has said that the celebrated developer is ready to take a breather from all things Killzone 2, having just polished off another batch of downloadable content for the critically acclaimed shooter in the form of yesterday's Napalm & Cordite Pack. “Right n...
- Posted Jul 24th 2009
- 24 Comments
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Killzone 2 DLC and map bundle coming tomorrow
Killzone 2 is getting its third DLC tomorrow, Napalm & Cordite, which includes new maps and two new weapons. If you feel inclined to light someone’s fire, you can tryout the all new flamethrower. The DLC also includes the boltgun for anyone wanting to really nail someone. In addition, G...
- Posted Jul 23rd 2009
- 27 Comments
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Killzone 2 patch 1.29 announced, will fix Visari Palace
If you’ve experienced problems with Killzone 2 since installing the latest patch 1.28, you’ll get your fix this Thursday as patch 1.29 is set for release. The main issues involve crashes, graphical glitches, and general progressions issues with the Visari Palace mission. In a post on ...
- Posted Jul 22nd 2009
- 28 Comments
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Third Killzone 2 map pack incoming, next patch detailed
The third Killzone 2 map pack, Napalm & Cordite, has been announced on the PlayStation Blog. "It has flames and bolts [and] will fulfill the wishes of many of our weirdest fans," writes Guerrilla Games producer Seb Downie. No release date for "Napalm & Cordite" has ...
- Posted Jul 11th 2009
- 31 Comments
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Killzone 2 patch 1.27 now available, details inside
A new Killzone patch is being rolled out today that will add a number of enhancements, including tweaks to the friend's search engine and amendments to Skirmish mode, as well as smaller changes that will improve the overall balance of the game. Revealed via the official U.S. Killzone forums , Gu...
- Posted Jun 4th 2009
- 18 Comments
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Killzone 2 patch 1.27 pushed back
Killzone 2's upcoming patch has been pushed back. It will not be available during this week, as was previously believed. The info comes from a Killzone.com tweet, which reads, "Just got official confirmation - the patch has been delayed and will not be released this week." Patch 1.27...
- Posted May 29th 2009
- 16 Comments
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New Killzone 2 patch 1.27 details
Guerrilla Games has been excellent at supporting Killzone with both free and paid content after the game's February launch. That much appreciated tradition will continue tomorrow with the release of the title's next online patch. In an interview with Videogamer.com, Killzone 2 Lead Multiplayer Desig...
- Posted May 27th 2009
- 34 Comments
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[UPDATE] Killzone 2 'Flash and Thunder' pack announced, dated
Killzone 2's 'Flash and Thunder' map pack, previously referred to as the 'Retro' downloadable content, has been revealed by Sony. The pack will contain two re-made maps from the original Killzone: Beach Head and The Southern Hills. In Beach Head, the ISA must resist a Helghast landing force on a ...
- Posted May 20th 2009
- 46 Comments
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Killzone 2 Features
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PSU Exclusive: Killzone 2 Interview
This February will be a critical month for the PlayStation 3 as Killzone 2 will finally reach the hands of anxious gamers world wide. To learn more before the title's upcoming release, we interviewed Guerrilla Games game director Mathijs de Jonge. - - - - - - - - - PSU: With review copies of Ki...
- Posted Jan 13th 2009
- 44 Comments
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Killzone 2 Evolution - E3 07 vs Dec 08
Following a fresh onslaught of Killzone 2 updates this month, PSU has decided to mark the occasion by showing off some of the visual differences and upgrades Guerrilla Games has applied to the hotly anticipated FPS over the past 18 months. The screenshot comparison we are providing is comparing t...
- Posted Dec 8th 2008
- 55 Comments
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PS3 Theme of the Week: Killzone 2
With the release of firmware 2.4, many themes have yet to be updated to implement 2.4 icons. Designed by REDNAVE, this new Killzone 2 theme is one of the first of its kind to showcase custom designed firmware 2.4 icons, including the Trophy icon. The theme also includes over 15 custom wallpapers s...
- Posted Jul 28th 2008
- 16 Comments
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PSU Feature: The Guns of Killzone 2
It will have been over four years since the release of the original Killzone when Killzone 2 hits retail shelves in February 2009. In that stretch of time, PlayStation owners have endured delay after delay in hopes of one day finally getting the opportunity to sit down with the highly anticipated ti...
- Posted May 13th 2008
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More Details From Guerrilla Games
Guerrilla Games has slowly been pulling back the shroud surrounding their upcoming game Killzone 2, a Playstation 3 exclusive title which has been noted for its impressive visuals and animations. Going into a little more depth than before, Game Director Mathijs De Jonge and Producer Steven Ter Heide...
- Posted Aug 24th 2007
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Killzone 2 Interview - Dirk Boer, Technical Artist
Guerrilla Games is still giving us information on their heavily anticipated Killzone 2. Here’s a new interview up with Killzone 2 technical Artist, Dirk Boer from Killzone.com Dirk describes his very demanding job as a Technical Artist. He describes how his job description fits in the betwe...
- Posted Aug 21st 2007
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