Soul Reaver 2

"...why on earth doesn’t this sequel stand up to its forefathers? Easy: because this is simply a "PlayStation Style" arcade!"

"Yet another Soul Reaver means yet another solid game. While some aspects of the game could use a bit more work, in the long run the game is definitely superior to predecessor in every way. Multiplayer would have helped add to the depth and longevity to the game but as it stands we’re stuck with a very pleasing single player experience."

"Blockbuster production values lend a professional gloss to Soul Reaver 2 but of course cannot give it any depth of play or heart. This is a fundamentally empty experience that is more of a time killer than anything else. Instead of simply giving us a game, the creators sought to tell us a story. An admirable objective, perhaps, but only if the tale can be told within the context of actual gameplay."

"Those players familiar with the original Soul Reaver should have a good idea of what to expect from the sequel and its innovative blend of action and puzzle-solving."

"The dichotomy between the spectral and material realms will be more pronounced in this sequel... Combat in the final product should prove brutally satisfying for all involved..."