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Jak II

Shooter

Jak II

Single Player

87

Critic · Metacritic

Critic score (0–100) · Metacritic

4.1

Users · RAWG

Average player rating out of 5, from RAWG.

2003

Released

October 14, 2003

1

Platform

PlayStation

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📅 Release Info

Release DateOctober 14, 2003

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ShooterPlatformAdventureAction

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PlayStation

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About this game

Jak II is an open-world platform, third-person shooter, and an action-adventure video game. It is the second game of the Jak and Daxter series and a sequel to Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Expanded scope adds shooting, vehicles, and a larger city.
Responsive movement makes platforming fluid and satisfying.
Platforming, shooting, driving, and exploration vary the campaign.
Atmospheric Haven City gives the game a distinct setting.
More serious story expands character relationships and world-building.

Cons

Uneven difficulty creates abrupt spikes requiring repeated attempts.
Strict timing and combat make several missions frustrating.
Awkward vehicle controls complicate driving through crowded streets.
Open-world layout complicates objective-finding and travel between missions.

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