Thinking about picking up the latest from Crytek but have some lingering questions? This article explains the basics of the game from multiplayer game types, length of single player, PC requirements and more.
What is Crysis 2?
Crysis 2 is a first person shooter that is being developed by Crytek Frankfurt for the PC, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. It is the next title in the Crysis franchise and will utilize the new, state-of-the-art CryEngine 3.
What were the reviews on a 10 point scale?
IGN: 9.0
GameTrailers: 9.1
GameSpot: 8.5
GameFAQs: 8.1
Any Notable Reviews?
Of course you can goto the big guys like IGN and GameSpot, but at times they come off as bias. We found a pretty good video by GamersArmada shown here
Will Crysis 2 Support Dedicated Servers for Multiplayer?
Yes
Multiplayer Game Types
| Team Instant Action In this game mode, the players are spilt into two teams. The rules are like any other team-death match. First team to 50 kills or highest amount of kills at the end of the match. |
| Instant Action Free for all death match. Kill enemies and score the most points within the time limit to win. |
| Crash Site Crash site is another team based multi player round. The is similar to King-of-the-Hill game modes. A Ceph airship flys around the level dropping pods. Your team must secure the drop pod, the longer your near the pod the more points you get. Pods are dropped in predetermined areas. Once you know the areas, you can make both offensive and defensive plans. |
| Capture The Relay Round-based mode. Capture the enemy relay and return it to your base to score. The team with the most capture points wins. |
| Assault Round-based mode. Nanosuit Operatives must upload data from the terminals defended by standard soldiers. 1 life only. |
| Extraction Round-based mode. Alien Bio-Ticks must be captured and delivered to extraction points. Successful extractions enhance Nanosuit powers. |
PC System Requirements?
| Required:
CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz, AMD Athlon 64 X2 2.0 GHz or better |
| Recommended:
CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66Ghz, AMD Athlon 64 x2 2.66Ghz or better |
| Optimum:
CPU: Intel Core i5 3.1Ghz, AMD Phenom II X6 1055T or better |
Single Player Play Time?
10-12 hours depending on difficulty
Is there a trailer or gameplay video?
Trailer (Unofficial)
Multiplayer Gameplay
Single player Gameplay
Where can I find info on maps, weapons, damage, and other goodies?
Right here on JoinAClan.com
Where can I purchase?
