Parasite Eve II

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 165 Ratings

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  • Summary: Aya Brea is back. The Neo Mitochondrion Creature infestation has resurfaced and taken on a sinister twist. The outcome of this battle will determine earth's dominant species. Horrifying CG cinemas and sharper graphics bring the shocking new storyline to life as Aya hunts for the source ofAya Brea is back. The Neo Mitochondrion Creature infestation has resurfaced and taken on a sinister twist. The outcome of this battle will determine earth's dominant species. Horrifying CG cinemas and sharper graphics bring the shocking new storyline to life as Aya hunts for the source of the outbreak. Fully-upgradable weapons, customizable armor, and a new, real-time battle system will aid in the conflict, along with powerful new Parasite Energy abilities. Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    90
    Leave it to Square to find a way to combine survival-horror and RPG elements into a gripping adventure. [Nov 2001, p.50]
  2. Spank!
    90
    A cracking title, that's so finely tuned and crafted as well as addictive and compelling.
  3. Antagonist
    90
    If you enjoyed "Parasite Eve," be prepared for something different -- better in gameplay, but maybe not as classy in story.
  4. 80
    A challenging game that tells a good story (if you get the best ending that is). Lots of replay value and let's not forget huge full screen bosses.
  5. With an engaging story to complement the gameplay, it is only the game's problematic control and disjointed pace that keep it from scoring higher.
  6. A good sequel that would have been great if the story had more substance.
  7. More work should have been put into the plot and storytelling of the game.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 24
  2. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Dec 7, 2016
    10
    Just gonna copy and paste my comment in the Parasite Eve page. It really beats me how the Parasite Eve came to an abrupt end. The rest of thisJust gonna copy and paste my comment in the Parasite Eve page. It really beats me how the Parasite Eve came to an abrupt end. The rest of this review is just to complete the 150 characters minimum. Expand
  2. Apr 3, 2023
    10
    simply one of the best jrpg games with action or underwear of all time To watch two is very top right There are several a huge sign of weaponssimply one of the best jrpg games with action or underwear of all time To watch two is very top right There are several a huge sign of weapons in the game is very good difficulty very good right for veterans I recommend young man played one of the best games in the world Playstation is undoubtedly much better than today's youth Expand
  3. Dec 9, 2016
    10
    An original mix of survival horror and RPG! This is a game from the time were huge games were made, despite the limited technology. One of myAn original mix of survival horror and RPG! This is a game from the time were huge games were made, despite the limited technology. One of my favourite games, if not my favourite, and one of the best there ever was. Expand
  4. Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Like a precious gem, PE2 shines brilliantly--its pristine simplicity belying the powerful forces of nature which led to its production. FromLike a precious gem, PE2 shines brilliantly--its pristine simplicity belying the powerful forces of nature which led to its production. From Aya Brea herself, the love child of Hironobu Sakaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, to the haunting, grotesquely fascinating scenario of writer/director Kenichi Iwao (of Resident Evil fame), the game comes together to form something beautiful the likes of which only nature and, in rare cases, humans are known to produce.

    But Parasite Eve 2 is from the development team at Square which, to those familiar, should therefore come as no surprise.

    I won't bother with the details--you either have played it or you should. It's one of my favorite games of all time, and there might never be another game like it.

    Video games are part art, science, and to some degree a product of the time and circumstances under which they're developed. We can never go back to the time that produced great games of the past, and given the opportunity we might screw up the attempt anyway. Parasite Eve 2 was created by passionate individuals using whatever was available to them at the time. You can nitpick over features or technology, but beauty and greatness transcend such shallow metrics. It also transcends my, or anyone else's ability to articulate.

    If you haven't, give this one a try.
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  5. May 14, 2013
    9
    I remember playing this game when it first came out back in 2000 and ever since then the experience has stuck with me and has permanentlyI remember playing this game when it first came out back in 2000 and ever since then the experience has stuck with me and has permanently become one of my favourite games of all time. The game is available for purchase over the Playstation Network for the PS3.

    Having not played the first Parasite Eve, you will not be left out of the loop. The game gives a brief overview of the events of Parasite Eve that setup the main character's backstory going into the game's second installment. From there, the game plays very similarly to early Resident Evil titles such as Nemesis but is unique enough that it does feel like a copy. Parasite Eve II has it's own engaging story and cast of characters that sets it apart from anything else out there. There are multiple endings depending on your choices throughout the game. There are also multiple difficulty levels that unlock after you beat the game including a new game plus. While the backgrounds are primarily pre-rendered they still look beautiful and really help to bring you into the game environment. There are numerous guns you can find and purchase throughout the game, some of them being customizable. Aya also has access to a number of powers that can be used to set enemies on fire or regenerate lost health. Playing as a female protagonist is also a refreshing change compared to the typically male dominated player characters.

    All in all, Parasite Eve II is an underrated game that deserves a playthrough if you are a fan of the early Resident Evil style of gameplay and survival horror.
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  6. Sep 9, 2014
    8
    A very good resident evil clone instead of a true Parasite Eve II. Even the tank like controls were added. Compared to Parasite Eve it is aA very good resident evil clone instead of a true Parasite Eve II. Even the tank like controls were added. Compared to Parasite Eve it is a weaker game but still above average. The rpg elements were reduced. The story and characters are fine and there are multiple endings. Overall this sounds negative but it is still a good game and it was worth my time. Expand
  7. Feb 17, 2013
    5
    Playing like a slightly more action orientated version of the PSone Resident Evil titles I tried on a number of occasions to play throughPlaying like a slightly more action orientated version of the PSone Resident Evil titles I tried on a number of occasions to play through Parasite Eve II and, while I enjoyed it on occasions, I never did muster the enthusiasm to see it all the way to the end. Expand

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