Crysis 2 Remastered
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About Crysis 2 Remastered
Crysis 2 Remastered brings the iconic nanosuit action of 2011 to modern systems on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Released on October 15, 2021 by developer Crytek, this edition updates the original New York City setting with improved visuals while keeping the same single-player narrative intact. The game follows a Marine named Alcatraz as he fights an alien invasion in a ruined Manhattan. It is a straightforward first-person shooter that relies on its upgraded engine to handle lighting and textures better than the 2011 version. Players can access the campaign immediately after launch without needing to patch anything manually.
Gameplay
You control Alcatraz through linear mission paths where you switch between standard shooting and using your nanosuit powers. The core loop involves finding cover, aiming down sights, and activating strength or speed modes to dash past enemies or lift heavy objects. Combat feels weighty because the suit lets you tank multiple hits before dying. You will spend most of your time moving through ruined buildings and open streets while scanning for weak points on alien forces. The game offers no multiplayer modes so every session focuses entirely on finishing the story. Controls remain standard with a focus on cover mechanics and quick ability activation during firefights.
What Players Think
The PlayPile data shows mixed feelings about this release. IGDB lists an average score of 74.4 out of 100 based on 23 user ratings, suggesting a decent but not perfect experience. Average completion rates hover around the mid-range for its genre, with players spending significant time trying to unlock achievements. Only 35 achievements exist in the full roster, and the community unlocks them at an average rate of 35.6%. The rarest achievement "Speeding Ticket" appears only 6.40% of the time, indicating some missions are quite difficult or require specific hidden actions. Most users seem to appreciate the remaster quality but feel the original campaign pacing limits replay value for many.
PlayPile's Take
This title is worth buying if you want a solid shooter with better graphics than the original 2011 build. The cheapest price sits at $10.95 on GameBillet, matching its historical low. You will need to grind for the rarest achievements since only a small fraction of players have unlocked "Speeding Ticket." The lack of multiplayer modes means you get exactly one campaign experience. It is not a perfect game but serves as a competent upgrade for veterans or newcomers who missed it years ago. Skip this if you expect constant action without story pauses.
Game Modes
Single player
IGDB Rating
71.9
RAWG Rating
3.7
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