inFamous: Second Son Reviews

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100 / 100
Mar 20, 2014

I truly can't say enough good things about inFAMOUS: Second Son. A winning combination of great gameplay, challenging combat, solid acting, gorgeous visuals and more makes it one of the PlayStation 4's absolute must own titles.

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10 / 10.0
Aug 30, 2017

Visual splendor and gameplay brilliance frame a memorable story with expressive characters. inFAMOUS: Second Son is a PS4 masterpiece.

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5 / 5.0
Mar 21, 2014

Here's to PlayStation, Sucker Punch, Delsin, and the future of gaming..

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9.5 / 10.0
Mar 20, 2014

Second Son is by far the best inFamous yet. If you're a fan of the series, then checking this one out is a no-brainer, and if you're not, consider jumping in with Delsin. You don't need any prior knowledge of the franchise to do so, and if you have any appreciation of open-world superhero games, you'll enjoy it.

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9.5 / 10.0
Mar 21, 2014

inFAMOUS: Second Son is easily the best game I've played on the PlayStation 4 and the best example out there of how amazing the current gen can and will be.

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Alan Bell
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Mar 24, 2014

It's never dull, not even for a moment, and while technically repetitive (there are so many drug dealers and enemy bases) the variety afforded by both your abilities and the environment ensure that it never feels like a chore to play.

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9.5 / 10.0
Mar 25, 2014

InFamous: Second Son is a spectacularly good time, and a great reason to pick up a PS4.

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94 / 100
Mar 19, 2014

Infamous: Second Son is a phenomenal game, and a must-play for any PlayStation 4 owner. If you don't own a PS4, it's worth buying one just to play Second Son — that's how good it is. If you're looking for an open-world game with lots of side quests, a satisfying story told through groundbreaking animation, and an arsenal of one-of-a-kind superpowers, Infamous: Second Son has it all.

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4.7 / 5.0
Mar 20, 2014

inFAMOUS: Second Son is a title you need to own. It exemplifies what is to come from next-gen while keeping the game rooted in pure simple fun. I have played several games throughout my career, some have been glorious train wrecks, and then there are a few which scratch the surface of extraordinary. Second Son doesn't scratch the surface, it blows a damn hole through it, and you will enjoy every time a new hole is made. If you have a PS4 you have no reason to not get this game, if you don't have a PS4 what the hell are you waiting for? Second Son paves the path for next-gen capabilities by being the best there is at what it does.

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4.6 / 5.0
Mar 30, 2014

Infamous Second Son is easily the best game in the franchise that not only contains superior gaming mechanics but it has some spectacular graphics and special effects that makes the perfect superhero game. The franchise has also flawlessly made the transition to the PS4 that definitely makes this a must have game for the console due to the powerful story and fluid gaming mechanics in this fun open-world superhero title.

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9 / 10
Mar 20, 2014

While the narrative might not have the same impact as previous games, it's somewhat more of a down-to-earth tale of an ordinary man with extraordinary powers, and that's an exciting new direction for the series to take.

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EGM
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Mar 20, 2014

This new-gen installment of the inFAMOUS franchise offers a new hero, a new city, and tons of new powers. But this is still inFAMOUS at heart, and it's filled with familiar—if refined—open-world gameplay. Protagonist Delsin Rowe's story is more interesting than former leading man Cole MacGrath's, and his powers are more fun to use, too. As far as I'm concerned, this is the first must-play PS4 title.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 20, 2014

Infamous: Second Son wears its rebellious heart on its sleeve. Brimming with attitude, unrelenting and massive to take in, the game never forgets the most important aspect of game design however, and remains consistently fun.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 24, 2014

nfamous has clearly been taking lessons from that surprise super-hero game of 2013, Saints Row 4.

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Cubed3
Top Critic
9 / 10
Jun 28, 2014

Sucker Punch has struck gold once again with Second Son, putting the PlayStation 4's power to good use and providing gamers with a rich, satisfying experience. Slow start and samey missions aside, the spectacle of the main character's arsenal alone is reason enough for new PS4 owners to put this at the top of their shopping list.

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GameSkinny
Delta Squad Reaper
Top Critic
Mar 25, 2014

InFAMOUS: Second Son is both flashy and brilliant. Delsin Rowe can be either hero or villain depending on how you play him. This game is one of my favorite next-gen titles and the gameplay speaks for itself, as well as the awards it has acquired. Sucker Punch Productions has created a game that will staple the PlayStation 4 as an amazing console for years to come.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 24, 2014

All we know is that from Gameplay to Graphics, inFamous: Second Son is simply outstanding. The only thing for the series to improve on would be a little better writing for it’s next entry, and Sucker Punch are more than capable.

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8.8 / 10.0
Mar 19, 2014

InFamous: Second Son is visually stunning with rocking dynamic music to boot, but with its repetitive side-tasks, the finely crafted Seattle streets feel a bit lacking in things to do. Nevertheless, the game's characters and core story arc holds strong. The varied and eccentric powers give you a lot to experiment with, and you truly feel like a super-hero with the city at your fingertips.

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8.8 / 10.0
Mar 25, 2014

inFamous: Second Son is a blast. It shoots from the hip and revels in its spontaneous, visceral display of power vs. power.

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IGN
Top Critic
8.7 / 10.0
Mar 20, 2014

Second Son is a departure in tone for the Infamous series, but its superpowered action lives up to expectations.

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