Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II - The Sith Lords

1. Sonruyz

   Jun 9, 2022

   10

   To put it simply, this is the greatest story ever told in the Star Wars universe. Also it has the best written character in Star Wars history.To put it simply, this is the greatest story ever told in the Star Wars universe. Also it has the best written character in Star Wars history. While the gameplay might not hold up to modern standards, the dialogue, atmosphere, and storytelling are beyond anything we see nowadays. Do yourself a favor and play this on a device that has access to the Restored Content mod.
   
   Every time I replay this game I learn something new, and I've played through the game at least 30 times now. Hands down my favorite game of all time… Expand

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2. n55david

   Jun 12, 2022

   9

   Best story ever. Not a perfect port from pc but still a solid game. Worth a shot.

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4. Brannon44

   Jun 22, 2022

   8

   The best Star Wars game/story and it's disappointing that this is a poorly done port. Luckily the cut content will be added.

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5. ReclusiveGamer

   Apr 23, 2023

   4

   After finishing this bitter-sweet title, I knew I simply had to write a review on it, despite the fact that it's quite aged. Even though I wasAfter finishing this bitter-sweet title, I knew I simply had to write a review on it, despite the fact that it's quite aged. Even though I was inspired by KOTOR 1, with its grand storytelling and very nicely timed sequences and fun characters, I found the sequel severely lacking in all the areas that should matter or need to matter.
   
   The story starts off well enough with some interesting characters and plot threads, but what it does well in the beginning increasingly gives way to overly swift and illogical execution, shoehorned and copy-pasted companions, and a general lack explanation, development, and closure overall, especially with the final act. Characters are wasted (good characters mind you); some you never hear from again, and you are left with a feeling of sheer violation by the end that may cause you to question why you spent at least 40 hours of your life on essentially a 'nothingburger' of a game.
   
   Now, to its credit, it does manage to achieve some modicum of charm in certain parts of the story. Some dialogue is good, great at times even, and there are some very nice additions to the gameplay like saber styles and a nice crafting system. Combat is still fun and you will get your traditional dose of KOTOR action as before. Swoop racing is also given a bump in difficulty, however, for some reason it doesn't feel as impactful as it did in KOTOR 1, like it's just marking a checkbox. For all these new do-das however, it cannot carry the burden of its core failures, which become most evident about half-way through the game.
   
   I'd like to say a couple things about the companions as well, many of whom seem superfluous, especially in light of the fact that they aren't given any real closure or depth. Some however do hold significance to the Exile and can be interesting at times, although a majority of them didn't need to be companions at all, as Kreia so keenly points out in the game herself, comically enough.
   
   In the end, this title reveals itself as half-baked and rushed in the narrative department, and ultimately leads to a bitter and hollow end, literally severing the plot points that made characters like Visas interesting. And I apologize if this is a spoiler, but I have to point attention to the fact that there was no confrontation between Visas and Kreia at the end, no real redemption arc or defining moment of truth which was hinted at prior in the story, and no end sequence where you get to converse with your companions about the outcome of events and the future. There is just... nothing. A backstabbing of *roll-credits* after the most rushed and fairly predictable ending. In a word, it is an atrocity.
   
   It's such a poor enactment or lack of proper storytelling that I must pass my judgment on this game. I cannot wholly condemn it for its few qualities, but there is no way I can give this a favorable score either.
   
   In light of all I've said I must give this a 4/10, as much as it pains me to do so, not because the gameplay is bad, but because the story is so crushingly disappointing.
   
   That said, are you a huge fan of KOTOR 1? Are you wondering about playing the sequel? Is KOTOR II: The Sith Lords worth your time? Well.. I would say it is not an unforgivable sin if you played the sequel in light of all I said. But do not do so hoping to receive the same blessings conferred by its predecessor. This is an inferior product and will undoubtedly soil your view of KOTOR as a whole. If you cannot resist the lure of the dark side however, well then you must see the truth for yourself and feel the pain of its sting. Your destiny is in your own hands.
   
   That is all.… Expand

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6. Zealousjustice

   Jun 13, 2022

   1

   Was a good game until I got stuck with constant crashes on Onderon. 50 hours down the drain I guess. Broken port. Crashes regularly aboutWas a good game until I got stuck with constant crashes on Onderon. 50 hours down the drain I guess. Broken port. Crashes regularly about every 6-8 hours on a loading screen. Some dialog randomly skips ahead or has no volume. Sometimes the action button will be on attack, but pressing A will make you unequip your weapon mid combat. How did anyone finish this version? Clearly rushed and unpolished like most games today.… Expand

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7. Fumancheese420

   Jan 4, 2023

   1

   Broken buggy mess, with nothing but lies as dlc. Aspyr needs to be shut down

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8. Lazyboy4320

   Oct 1, 2022

   0

   KOTOR 2 itself is great Aspyr is the one I’m reviewing here still no freaking dlc and q3 is over least they could do is say something alreadyKOTOR 2 itself is great Aspyr is the one I’m reviewing here still no freaking dlc and q3 is over least they could do is say something already even if it’s delayed… Expand

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