Killzone

An invading militaristic separatist faction called the Helghast has set out to decimate the ISA forces and colonize the planet. The only thing standing...
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PS2

Game Overview

An invading militaristic separatist faction called the Helghast has set out to decimate the ISA forces and colonize the planet. The only thing standing between the colony's survival and complete destruction is an elite squad of human ISA forces. Players can select between four ISA troops, each with special abilities and weaponry, and battle through 11 intricatelydetailed environments.

The Good

Unique storyline, Multiplayer is solid, though not original, Nice art design.

The Bad

Bland single-player gameplay, Weapons don't have the best feel, Tons of annoying graphics and sound problems, Anticlimactic ending.

The Bottom Line

Developed by Guerrilla Games, Killzone is a squad-based, first-person shooter, set in the near future during a period of planetary colonization. Drawing inspiration from classical military conflicts of the 20th century, Killzone sets out to capture the intense reality of warfare between the ISA Command and a ruthless, militaristic separatist faction called the Helghast. Featuring four playable characters and several gameplay modes including single-player, multiplayer and online play for up to 16 people, Killzone allows players to equip themselves with an armory of more than 27 different weapons including 21 first-person weapons, five emplaced weapons, and hand grenades. More than 45 levels, encompassing 11 intricately detailed environments showcase the harsh setting of a war-ridden planet, coupled with a unique graphical style designed to capture the grit and realism of intense military engagements.

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Expert Reviews

69/100

score

There's still some fun to be found here, but ultimately Killzone is a barely adequate game that probably won't hold your attention for very long.

78/100

score

The solid controls, good graphics, and solid gameplay make up a respectable game that PS2 owners should try out. But the repetitive sound effects, slow frame rate and occasionally texture problems with the game engine will have some gamers looking for som

75/100

score

A decent game presented in an intriguing universe and with a stunning sense of style. Ironically though, it's the audio and visual qualities (however faulted they may sometimes be) that save the actual underwhelming gameplay of this one from utter mediocr

Character Profiles

Emperor Scolar Visari
Emperor Scolar Visari is the leader of Helghast forces and ruler of Helghan planet in the Killzone franchise.

Rico Velasquez
Also known as: Sergeant Rico Velasquez Honorable, unsophisticated, vengeful, loyal and selfless, Rico Velasquez is a veteran of the ISA in the Killzone franchise.

Game Features

Sony Computer Entertainment Acquires Guerrilla Games - leading developer of Killzone franchise Guerrilla To Operate As Part of SCE Worldwide Studios network

Game Specs

Console Link
Ethernet Broadband

Controllers
Analog Control, Logitech PS2 USB Headsets, Vibration Function

Memory
64 kb

Modes
Campaign, Full Mission Single-Player, MultiPlayer Co-Op, Story, Survival, Team Battle

Online Features
Online Multiplayer

ESRB Game Ratings

This game is Rated: Mature
Content is most suitable for persons ages 17 and up. This game is likely to contain violence and blood, suggestive themes, or strong language.

Content Descriptors:

Blood, Strong Language, Violence

Game Info

Platform:	Sony Playstation 2
Release Date:	11/2/2004
Publisher:	Sony Computer Entertainment
Developer:	Guerrilla Games
Genre:	First Person
ESRB Rating:	M
Gamesite:	--

Recent Customer Reviews

Killzone is a time killer

As a budget title, I would pick this up ($15 or less dollars). Otherwise, there are a lot better... FPS out there for your enjoyment.
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Published 507 days ago by Bouv

Like covert, team based action and violence? Love Killzone