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Where Watch Dogs 2 leads the field is in closing the thematic gap between our world and the open world, and in offering players more ways to hit their targets than those delivered down the barrel of a gun. [Recommended]
Despite a few flaws, Watch Dogs 2 delivers where the original game failed. The game has improved on every aspect and provides a vibrant city with lots of hacking fun. The story is dull without any special moments but the immersive open world with lots of quests will keep you entertained.
Watch Dogs 2 brilliantly solves the main issue the first game had while providing a world full of enjoyable missions. We faced some problems with the camera, especially during the car race. We also faced some issues with connectivity and online play. In the end, Watch Dogs 2 is a game that delivers in most aspects and provides hours of enjoyable content.
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SOOges10
In terms of tone of the game, this ones a 180 compared to the first game. Way more fun to play (combat wise and hacking wise). The story is rebellious but having fun this time which i fw alot, makes it more fun and haha hehe type ****.
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LSDMASTERPIECE
mas “não o suficiente pra greenlight”. Projetos cancelados (incluindo battle royale). Legion matou tudo – vendas fracas (metade de WD2), recepção mista (74 MC vs 82 WD2), abandonado em 2022 (sem updates).   
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notagoose025
at points the writing can be very cheesy internet reddit humor but game play is fun and at points i found my self actually invested into the story it breaks the overly formulaic issues with the first and legitimizes the name watchdogs2 because that's what is a greater better sequel to watch dogs improved in almost every aspects

Watch Dogs 2

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Nov 15, 2016
Metascore
Generally Favorable
82
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Generally Favorable
7.5
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
94% Positive
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6% Mixed
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Nov 14, 2016
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Cheat Code Central
The UI is wonderful. You have so much information immediately available to you. Nudle Maps always has a mini-map in the lower left corner, giving you a good look at the area. Bringing up information on people gives you a crisp, clear window. Hacking offers a menu with easily recognizable icons, so you always know what your button presses will do.
Nov 14, 2016
90
Twinfinite
They managed to retain that core ambition that they had the first time around, but adjusted quite well to the criticisms levied against their project. What resulted is a game that is the same at heart, but is alive with variety and a hero we could actually stand behind without question. Watch Dogs 2 is what a sequel should be in every sense. A bigger, better, bolder take on what the first entry only treads.
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Generally Favorable
65% Positive
1736 Ratings
24% Mixed
655 Ratings
11% Negative
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Jan 26, 2026
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Luvadegl
Para mim esse jogo não tem erro simplesmente um jogo com gráficos história boa e os puzzles são bons esse é uns dos poucos jogos que você passa bastante tempo fazendo as coisas segundaria
May 24, 2025
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Mvp5
excellent jeu en tout point graphiquement et techniquement impeccable gamplay plaisant ost et doublage de qualité bonne durée de vie et scénario intéressant
Nov 19, 2016
85
Merlin'in Kazanı (Turkey)
Watch Dogs 2 really adds up to its predecessor and comes up as a solid, entertaining product. It has a really nice set of gameplay mechanics and this time the city feels very alive. It truly is a great experience this time.
Dec 29, 2016
80
The Sydney Morning Herald
In practice the hacking works intuitively and — assuming you suspend your disbelief that you can use the same network to steer a car or explode a sewerage pipe from a phone — it's a huge amount of fun.
Nov 17, 2016
80
Meristation
Watch Dogs 2 shows us how Ubisoft can right its wrongs and create a powerful and fantastic Open world full of possibilities.
Nov 14, 2016
80
Attack of the Fanboy
The game’s protagonist and accompanying cast of characters are fun to watch, and the hacking mechanics are better than ever. It’s just too bad that the overall story is forgettable, as it never really sucks you in despite its best efforts. Even so, those looking for an open-world experience mixed with fantastic hacking mechanics likely won’t be disappointed with what Watch Dogs 2 has to offer.
Nov 17, 2016
60
Time
For now, what looks at first like a few hopeful steps forward for this fledgling franchise turns out to be too much shuffling sideways. The protagonist is more interesting, the writing and voice acting vastly improved, and the tactical components more intricate and differentiated. But it’s too easy and tempting to exploit the most powerful among the latter, to play ants off ants ad nauseam, or just go in guns-a-blazin’, a blithe and hypocritical madman.
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May 17, 2025
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Jay466
Remember playing it when it was released best in the series fr wish they would've continue with Marcus good memories fr well is what it is
Mar 5, 2026
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LSDMASTERPIECE
mas “não o suficiente pra greenlight”. Projetos cancelados (incluindo battle royale). Legion matou tudo – vendas fracas (metade de WD2), recepção mista (74 MC vs 82 WD2), abandonado em 2022 (sem updates).   
Sep 18, 2025
7
Matteofanta
Watch Dogs 2 è un buon sequel del primo capitolo. Nonostante l'evoluzione tecnica e il maggior numero di attività presenti, la narrazione è meno convincente rispetto al primo capitolo. Marcus si dimostra spesso un ragazzino acerbo e anche i **** secondari non sono affatto memorabili.
Aug 28, 2022
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Nameyyer122
Играл в первый Watch Dogs очень понравилось, а в 2 часть не советую играть игра очень такая себе, концовка слишком простая и унылая, и финал ощущается как обычная миссия
Jun 4, 2022
4
ebru
Before we talk about gameplay, let's talk about technical issues. If you have a PS4 Fat or PS4 Slim l, save your money because this game has a lot of Screen Tearing, you can't drive a car fast like GTA V because there will be a lot of Screen Tearing happening in many places, for example in the middle of San Francisco in buildings with a garden on the roof. "Does Screen Tearing happen while walking?" The answer is yes, for example at Nudies place, when you want to see the view, turn your camera and Boom Screen Tearing occurs. It's a shame considering the world is so beautiful. Save your money but if you are curious and still want to buy, I suggest waiting for a discount like I did for 7$ in my country (Indonesia). For the best choice, buy XB Series S or Series X because there you will get a Booster until the game runs smoothly at 60fps. It's a shame that PS5 can't play this game at 60fps instead of 30 fps (Series S can be 60fps with specifications below PS5). If Sony doesn't repent, we can already see the winner of the next "specs" niche console battle
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SummaryCheck out the birthplace of the tech revolution as Marcus Holloway, a brilliant young hacker who has fallen victim to ctOS 2.0's predictive algorithms and accused of a crime he did not commit. In Marcus' mission to shut down ctOS 2.0 for good, hacking is his ultimate weapon. Players not only can hack into the San Francisco Bay Area's in... Read More
Rated Mfor Mature
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  • PC
Nov 15, 2016
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