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Time Crisis II ps2 Game Reviews
Time Crisis II
Critic Score
Metascore: 81 Metascore out of 100
User Score  
8.5 out of 10
based on 21 reviews
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Two-player light gun action is here. Namco brings the arcade hit home, complete with GunCon2 for added excitement. Two player split-screen or link mode or One player double-gun mode. Includes extra game features for additional challenges. [Namco]

PUBLISHER: Namco
DEVELOPER: Namco
GENRE(S): Action, Light Gun
PLAYERS: 2
ESRB RATING: T (Teen)
RELEASE DATE: October 2, 2001

What The Critics Said

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95
Cloudchaser
An intense and fun romp to play through again and again.
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90
TotalGames.net
How much fun you can have just hosing down iron with bullets is something for you to decide, since we’ve gone beyond that and are only truly happy with precision. But that’s the whole Time Crisis point, ain’t it?
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90
GameShark
The best parts of this game are its controls and all of the added crap they threw in there.
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90
GamePro
Granted, it’s a very short game that certainly won’t mesmerize you for weeks, but the value of its multiplayer side as a killer party game makes it a very worthy addition to your PS2 library.
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90
GamePen
I’m not sure what it is but this game is just so much fun, maybe it’s the lack of shooting games available nowadays or the inclusion of the foot pedal, but this game is just so much fun.
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90
Thunderbolt
A slam-bang action ride that never lets you off the edge of your seat.
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87
IGN
Yeah this game is short, but you know what? It's a great, addictive shooting game.
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83
Game Informer
The thrills don't last long, but they still place Time Crisis 2 at the top of the console gun game food chain, especially with the Guncon 2.
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83
Gaming Age
If developers can figure out how to add some RPG elements into lightgun titles, then maybe they could earn an "A"...Overall, TC2 is a great arcade to home conversion, as well an excellent action-packed lightgun game that no one should miss.
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80
Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
It simply looks and works great on the PS2. [Oct 2001, p.134]
80
GamerWeb Sony
Haven't had more fun with a light gun on a console since the original Time Crisis.
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80
GameSpy
It's fun, easy to get into, and quick to master...While it is smooth and the overall graphic effect is done very well the game lacks a lot of substance and is hard to replay.
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80
PSX Nation
'Best Damn Shooter on a Console.'
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80
Maxim Online
Even though it feels more like babysitting than crime fighting, it’s still an NRA member’s dream come true.
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80
Total Video Games
A solid, action filled game, with lots of options, plenty of guns and Holywood Style shooting scenes.
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75
Core Magazine
The same flaw that haunts every other light gun game on the market. After an hour or so of practice, most gamers will be able to complete the game in just under twenty minutes.
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75
Game Revolution
It's got everything you're looking for in an arcade shooter and more. Just don't expect it to last forever.
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75
Electronic Gaming Monthly
Forget about doing this game with the CPU. Grab a friend and play this disc the way it’s meant to be played. [Oct 2001, p.146]
72
GameSpot
All things considered, Time Crisis II is a whole lot more fun than a console port of a three-year-old arcade game should be. Fans of the arcade version will not be disappointed.
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70
All Game Guide
A good -- if not stunning -- looking title. Character models are sufficiently detailed, while the world is populated with crisp textures throughout. Time Crisis 2 ranks as one of the better light gun games released to the home market.
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60
Yahoo! Games
The only way to avoid relegating this to the ‘I’ve got nothing better to do for the next twenty minutes’ league is to persuade your friends to buy a light gun and bring over their console and a spare TV and act like John Woo for an evening – great fun!
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What Our Users Said

Vote Now! The average user rating for this game is 8.5 (out of 10) based on 8 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Des L. gave it a10:
What really makes this game is the Crisis Mission mode that is unlocked when you finish the arcade levels. The scenarios are far more challenging and offer much better variety, often requiring you to avoid hitting hostages, or giving you limited ammunition and time to complete your goals. This is still my favorite gun game, as it concentrates on the basics and does not get overly fancy. Skeet shooting rules too!

Aldrich C. gave it a 10:
I love this game.I love to play it in stores.I am planning on buying it sooner or later.

Chuck m gave it a 5:
the gun breaks about after 2 days of play. sad.

[Anonymous] gave it a 10:
If you love shooting virtual people on your TV screen, fast paced action and a good multiplayer mode, this game is for you.

BoffinbraiN gave it an 8:
I completed it in 17 minutes! I'm totally addicted to the Time Crisis games, but they sure do lack length. I wish they would make more of them and put them together.

Reid L. gave it a 10:
AWSOME GAME!! If you buy this, get GunCon2 w/ it!

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