Fight Night Round 2 PlayStation 2
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88 out of 100

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9.2 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 34 Ratings

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  • Summary: Fight Night Round 2 continues to deliver innovative gameplay via the analog Total Punch Control mechanic, allowing gamers to throw multiple punches, block, bob and weave with complete precision and control. Packing in more fearsome punches, players can now dominate the ring with the all-new EA SPORTS Haymaker allowing gamers to knock down their opponents with one devastating blow by adding extra power to each punch. Every hit counts in the game with powerful punches inflicting dynamic injuries on opponents, and thus reducing a fighter's ability to defend himself. Players also manage the boxers inside and out of the ring. Utilizing the new EA SPORTS Cutman, gamers can minimize damage on their fighters by helping them heal critical wounds between rounds. The game includes a new and unique create-a-player option, deep training and career mode, as well as online play for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox consoles. [Electronic Arts]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
  1. G4 TV
    100
    Round 2 has the substance to back it up its sense of style. The analog control has been refined to the point where it’s more responsive and more satisfying than mashing buttons and the new facial and body animations bring a level of authenticity to the ring that’s simply never been accomplished before.
  2. Computer Games Magazine
    100
    Remove every frill and dump the gorgeous 3D graphics for barely animated stick figures and Fight Night Round 2 would still be a classic. [June 2005, p.89]
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  3. 1UP
    85
    Significantly better than its predecessor, but like most EA Sports releases, sequels feel more like baby steps rather than giant leaps.
  4. Total Video Games
    70
    The most authentic videogame adaptation that we've ever seen... [but t]he Career mode whilst engaging doesn’t sustain your interest for long enough, and like many boxing titles will have all but the most hardened fan switching off long before the belt is won.

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  1. Positive: 19 out of 19
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  1. Simonj
    10
    This game is really great.the graphics are perfekt the gameplay too the training is more fun than in fight night 2004.you can choose what you want to train.you have got heavy bag weights and combo-dummy.the amateur carrera is cool.to be able to have three different titles in three different weight classes is great.the ea sports cutman is also fun. i recomend this game to every one.also if you dont like fighting games but youl love this game!!!!!… Expand
  2. PaulW.
    10
    I love this game. The commentary is much better than last time. Ricky Hatton is on the front cover, which as per the EA Sports curse means he will lose in 2005! Bad luck Ric!… Expand
  3. MustafaC.
    10
    I think this game is excellently designed by ea sports.
  4. KyleS.
    10
    This game is awsome. I love it it is so relistic graphics are excellent.

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