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Strider 2 psx Game Reviews
Strider 2
Critic Score
Metascore: 69 Metascore out of 100
User Score  
8.3 out of 10
based on 15 reviews
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PUBLISHER: Capcom
DEVELOPER: Capcom
GENRE(S): Action
PLAYERS: 1
ESRB RATING: E (Everyone)
RELEASE DATE: July 27, 2000

What The Critics Said

All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...

89
Game Fan
All the bosses in "Strider 2" look awesome, and hopefully, will inspire younger players to realize what a real side-scrolling action game should be like.
85
IGN
It's enormously fun -- and isn't that what really matters in the end?
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83
Core Magazine
If you're looking for a deliciously shallow, unquestionably mindless action platformer (the kind they don't make like they did back in the proverbial day), "Strider 2" is a perfect shelter from the storm of "Tomb Raider" clones diluting the market.
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80
Hot Games
Not only is it a fun, clean, and interesting platform game, but it includes the original game as well -- two games for one low price.
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80
GameSpot
The double set of "Strider 1" and "2" is an excellent starter kit for the uninitiated, but for veterans of the series, it's like dinner without the dessert.
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75
PSX Nation
Even with "Strider 1" as a bonus game, it shouldn't take more than 2-3 hours to complete both games, and there isn't much to make you want to play the games again.
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72
Da Gameboyz
Despite any downsides this game might have, "Strider 2" delivers what it was meant to -- sheer fun.
70
Happy Puppy
A good three to four hours of fast-paced fun if you take the time to find the secrets, thus making it perfect for a weekend rental.
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70
GamePro
You can easily beat the game in one sitting -- pretty disappointing, especially for "Strider" veterans.
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70
CNET Gamecenter
A solid retro title -- it's over quickly, and the graphics are rough, but the gameplay triumphs.
70
All Game Guide
Hacking enemies to pieces never seems to get old. That said, the sequel offers little challenge and doesn't take very long to complete.
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50
Daily Radar
The difference is purely in level design, which is creative and interesting in the first game ("Strider") and pure crap in the second.
50
Game Revolution
The sound is forgettable (which I nearly did), the graphics are sub-par, yet the gameplay is simple...and I like it.
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50
Adrenaline Vault
Only dedicated fans of side scrollers should tackle this title, as even those enamored with the titular character will be disappointed by the lack of new developments for the Strider franchise, especially after such an extended wait.
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30
CheckOut
Unfortunately, actually playing "Strider 2" also drove me to tears, but not the joyous tears of teenage nostalgia, oh no: the bitter tears of disappointment. And boredom.

What Our Users Said

Vote Now! The average user rating for this game is 8.3 (out of 10) based on 3 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

AldonStudios B. gave it a 10:
Is it just me...or is there no way to die in this game? Great graphics, amazing gameplay...you can race through this one in about an hour, although I haven't heard that two games are included...when I bought it I only got the sequel. Definitely pick this one up, but grab it if you see it 'cause they're hard to come by.

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