Condemned 2: Bloodshot

Condemned 2: Bloodshot, the sequel to 2005's Condemned: Criminal Origins, is an action/survival horror video game for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. The game reprises the character of Ethan Thomas who has been recruited back into the FBI after his descent into a life of alcoholism and homelessness following the events of the first game.

Fast Facts:

Developer: Monolith Productions
Publisher: Sega
Platforms: Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
Genre: Action / Survival-Horror
Mode: Single-Player
Release Date (US): March 11, 2008Gamespot:Condemned 2 Bloodshot Achievements
ESRB Rating: Mature 17+

Gameplay

In addition to revamping the forensics and combat system, Monolith is also introducing a variety of multiplayer modes including Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, a cops vs. thugs variation of Team Deathmatch known as Bum Rush, and Crime Scene, which involves one team utilizing special tools in order to search for a hidden box while the other hides and defends it.

Taking note of the criticism they received for the original game, the developers have decided to give players more choices in terms of how they want to progress. Those who prefer to bypass the forensic investigations may do so at their discretion, but will miss out on player upgrade points, which can be used to acquire body armor or increase Ethan’s maximum health. Combos and new finishing moves have also been implemented, but what makes the latter particularly interesting is the fact that players can observe their surroundings and now use the environment to kill their stunned enemies.