Platforms
- PCApr 21, 2023NAplayscore7.227 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 5Apr 21, 20238.0playscore7.665 Critics8.89.22K Players
- Xbox Series X|SApr 21, 20237.8playscore7.536 Critics8.32.43K Players
- PlayStation 4Apr 21, 20237.8playscore7.49 Critics8.88.50K Players
- Xbox OneApr 21, 20237.6playscore7.39 Critics8.22.20K Players
106 critic reviews · 6 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- It’s not even what I would call a great zombie game — there are many that do story or even gameplay better. But Dead Island 2 is solid. It is competent, and it is fun. If you want some uncomplicated zombie-slaying antics in a beautiful setting, Dead Island 2 will scratch that itch. But I don’t expect anyone to still be talking about it this time next year.
Rachel Kaser · May 12, 2023 Reviewed on PC, PS5, Series X|S, PS4, XB1Read full review - Dead Island 2, regardless of bouncing between developers, has risen like a phoenix. The punchy combat and campy dialogue coalesce to give birth to an addictive and joyous romp. The humor tickles my fancy, giving me a warm feeling in the tum tum. One downfall is some ridiculous yet funny scenarios are missable.
FerniWrites · May 01, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Dead Island 2 is a remarkably solid game, one that doesn't make any attempt to reinvent the wheel, but nevertheless is a more than satisfying mindless casual zombie-killing gorefest. It won't be a game held up in years to come as the go-to model for open-world zombie games but given its decade-long tenure in development hell, it's nothing short of a miracle it ever managed to crawl across the finish line as anything less than a complete mess.
Dan Lenois · Apr 28, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Aside from the winning combat formula, however, Dead Island 2 doesn’t push the envelope in any other noteworthy ways. It’s a very safe game, which was perhaps the wisest decision made by Dambuster Studios and Deep Silver, given the development hell that the game has been through since its 2014 reveal. I’d count that a win, all things considered!
Mack Ashworth · Apr 24, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - The bottom line is that Dead Island 2 has moments of pure fun offset by its vivid but boring contents. It’s unfortunately held back by dated design, a generic storyline, and underbaked character progression. It’s a game that you can sink your teeth into, but it leaves a bland aftertaste.
Sam Robins · Apr 23, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - It looks stunning graphically, the story – although surreal – is gripping enough and the skill card level progression is refreshing. The combat is the feature that feels familiar and could have been quite dull over time, but Dambuster has introduced many things (such as curveballs) to keep things interesting. Fun solo, but even more enjoyable with a few friends, this long-awaited zombie slasher comes recommended.
Graham Cameron · Apr 21, 2023 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - Dead Island 2 surely went through a few levels of development hell, so anyone following its path would reasonably suspect that the game might have issues. I can't say that it does anything exceptionally well, but it has enough life in it to avoid major stumbles.
Tony "OUberLord" Mitera · Apr 20, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Dead Island 2 is a fun FPS action romp that succeeds at making you feel like a zombie-slaying god. It’s not going to set the gaming world on fire, and yes, there are some issues, but slaughtering my way across LA never got old.
Jason Dailey · Apr 19, 2023 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - Dead Island 2 is a hilarious gore-fest and a competent zombie-slaying adventure, but lacks creativity outside of its great sense of humor.
Travis Northup · Apr 18, 2023 Reviewed on PC, PS5Read full review - Dead Island 2 fronts with style and irreverence, but never actually does or says anything with that energy. And with all the oscillating tone and focus in the story, the way the game ends is so vague and anticlimactic it feels both appropriate and frustrating at the same time.
Lucas White · Apr 18, 2023 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review
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Community Reviews
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
The much-loved zombie saga is back with a unique formula of horror, dark humor and over the top zombie-slaying, spanning an epic pulp adventure. Dead Island 2 is thrilling First-Person Action RPG, stylish, vibrant and flooded with zombie infection. Explore iconic, gore-drenched Los Angeles. Meet larger-than-life characters. Slay countless foes in exquisitely bloody detail. And evolve to become the ultimate Zombie Slayer! Pre-order now and get the Memories of Banoi pack, featuring two unique weapons, a special weapon perk and skill card. Welcome to HELL-A A deadly virus is spreading across Los Angeles, turning its inhabitants into zombies. Bitten, infected, but more than just immune, uncover the truth behind the outbreak and discover who - or what - you are. Survive, evolve and save the world!
Developer: Dambuster Studios