This is one of the best action/adventure games to hit the ps2 and one of my favorite games
Graphics: 9/10
Pre-Rendered glory provides some of the best water around. Not to mention the slick character models, way-cool special effects, shadows, and lighting tricks
Gameplay: 9/10
The game is simply great with various weapon's,puzzles , playable charecters and an item trading system with an RPG spin on the traditional "talk to so-and-so" formula, the ability to buy items for use in bartering sessions with Non-Player Characters and supporting folk turns out to be quite entertaining, and just as valuable .
Sound: 8/10
If the terrible English-only voice acting didn't bog down the excellent soundtrack and flawless sound effects i would given this a perfect score(damnit capcom why didnt include an opiton to change to japaness voiceactors like in the orignal
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Storyline: 8.5/10
Set in 1573 (13 years after the events of the first game), Nobunaga has resurfaced and unleashed his demon army onto the populace of Japan. Slaughtering innocents one by one, the ruthless warlord is quickly ensnaring the country with his iron fist. One target in particular, the peaceful Yagyu village and home to Jubei, is where our story begins. Told via fantastic CGI cut scenes, the systematic extermination of the town's citizens is both brutally horrific and cinematically impressive.Jubei comes back to his home and find out what happend an thus he vows to take revenge and kill Nobunaga.
Playability: 7.5/10
There are several story-based optional paths that can be opened and traversed based on your actions and performances elsewhere. One of the keys to getting the most out of your game, these optional branches can range anywhere from insignificant plot point, to important special item. Or perhaps even an all-new outlook on one of your closest sub-character pals.
Rating: Mature 17+ - Contains Blood and Gore, Intense Violence
Overall: Critic Score: 8.9/10 - My Score 9.5/10
if u have a ps2 or 3 this is one of the best games u will come across and a must have go play it now.
Similar Games: God of War 1/2, Devil May Cry 1/2/3/4, , Prince of Persia 1/2/3, Heavenly Sword,Onimusha1/3/4.
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