88
One could sum up my issues with Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 by the liberties that were taken with both the story and the characters. It's the only thing in my mind that keeps the game from being truly great, because the gameplay mechanics and leveling system are really top-notch.
67
But ultimately, even though a lot of things about MUA2 aggravate me, the moment-to-moment gameplay of superheroes beating the crap out of robots/mutants/soldiers with fists, mystical hammers, repulsor rays, giant tongues, and what-have-you feels solid and enjoyable.
85
While the combat is a bit too much on the button mashing side, the RPG elements are solidly implemented and the different stories make for a branching experience that hardcore Marvel fans should check out.
7
It was fun but the game play and the story were a let down and for beating the story you get that on robot nick fury it was a let down make it like gost rider or something
4
While it sounds like it would be incredibly entertaining to create your own team of dynamic superheroes from the Marvel universe, the lack of nuance mixed with the over-simplified combat means that teams blend together and have a shocking lack of actual variety.
2
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Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2
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Sep 15, 2009
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73
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Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 doesn't try to reinvent the wheel, it just tightens a few of the lug nuts.
82
Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 combines both action and RPG elements together pushed by the wind of innovation and the ever so strong appeal of the Marvel universe. Complex but easy to play, it guarantees hours and hours on end of real fun.
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54% Positive
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Aug 1, 2021
10
One of the best childhood games. The costume designs are also very good. Cinematic level.
Mar 20, 2013
10
This game is really special, because it's one of the few video-game sequels to beat the original. MUA2 is one of my favourite games of all time, the graphics are great, the story is the best thing about the game, it's boss battles are awesome and the characters are awesome. The fusion thing and the different outfits are awesome, the four powers each character can use. The soundtrack is one of the best in a video-game. MUA2 is better than MUA1 and it gets 10/10.
78
For me, the game didn’t really take off until the whole Pro-Reg, Anti-Reg debate kicked in, but even then I kept lapsing into these daydreaming ruts of gaming. It was really hard to focus on the story or any driving force behind all the mindless button mashing.
75
The core action is top-notch, and the roster rocks, but the Fusion attacks and half-hearted story hurt the experience, turning a once great play into a punchless grind.
70
This is clearly a game for the comic fans and the beat-em-up lovers. If you appreciate both, then this game might be up your alley. Extensive list of characters, different storylines and co-op make this a game with high replay value. The average beat-em-up lover however, will probably think the amount of characters and the hectic, monotonous (and easy)fights are a bit much.
67
So the story is so-so and the RPG section watered down with limited development choices, weak voice acting and script writing.
50
Activision somehow finds a way to dumb down what was already an absurdly shallow action role-player.
Apr 15, 2020
8
As a real fan from Marvel i totally love this hame, is a dream come true, play with many different characters from the Marvel Universe and the possibility of doing combos between them is something special. Highly recommended game specially for superhero fans.
Apr 5, 2026
7
It was fun but the game play and the story were a let down and for beating the story you get that on robot nick fury it was a let down make it like gost rider or something
Aug 20, 2021
7
Fun game before the MCU took over the world. Nothing major about it. It is a cut, clear and straight to the point.
Nov 29, 2024
4
While it sounds like it would be incredibly entertaining to create your own team of dynamic superheroes from the Marvel universe, the lack of nuance mixed with the over-simplified combat means that teams blend together and have a shocking lack of actual variety.
Jan 17, 2012
3
Really nothing interesting here if you ask me. The gameplay is boring and stiff and got me tired very quickly, the environments look bland and there are few powers to use compared to the first game. This review is very short because i couldn't stomach myself to play even the second mission. In short there is nothing here to have a long interest in. There are way better super hero games out there.
SummaryThe "greatest Super Hero action/RPG of all time" is back with the world’s largest army of heroes and villains in Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2. Incorporating elements of the acclaimed Marvel Civil War storyline, the game allows players to choose their side and team up with revered heroes and villains, including Spider-Man, Wolverine, Hulk,... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
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- Xbox 360
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Initial Release Date:Sep 15, 2009
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