F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin

Monolith Productions

Rank: #4 / 9
Released: 2009
Studio: Monolith Productions
Genre: psychological horror fiction, first-person shooter

At a glance

F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin is a first-person shooter and psychological horror game developed by Monolith Productions. Players take the role of Special Forces Sergeant Michael Becket, whose routine mission becomes a fight to survive as Alma Wade’s power grows. Becket’s squad moves through an apocalyptic landscape searching for clues to stop her. Combat includes slow-motion reflexes, close-quarters encounters, environmental cover and obstacles, and enemies that use their surroundings. The game offers both single-player and multiplayer, including competition with friends. It launched in 2009 and is listed for Windows and PlayStation 3, while the Steam listing specifies Windows. Steam features include single-player, multiplayer and Family Sharing. The Steam release date is February 12, 2009; its listed Steam age rating is 17.

Who it is for

It suits players seeking a horror-tinged shooter with a story campaign and multiplayer competition. Windows players can find it on Steam; the broader platform listing also names PlayStation 3.

What is good

Story follows Sergeant Becket and Alma Wade
Slow-motion combat and environmental interaction
Single-player and multiplayer modes
Listed for Windows and PlayStation 3

What to know first

Steam platform listing specifies Windows only
Steam age rating is 17

Verdict

Project Origin combines a survival-focused story with shooter combat and multiplayer. Its Steam listing is Windows-only, though PlayStation 3 is also listed as a platform.