first-person shooter
Zeno Clash II
By ACE Team, released 1 Jan 2013
- Microsoft Windows
- PlayStation 3
- fighting game
What it is
Zeno Clash II is a first-person brawler from ACE Team, set in the surreal world of Zenozoik. It continues Ghat’s story, bringing him together with former foe Rimat to confront hostile inhabitants and stop their plans. The game is designed to welcome newcomers while offering returning players links to the first adventure through its settings and story. Combat includes precision punch targeting, blocking, high-impact attacks and a lock-on function. RPG mechanics let Ghat and Rimat improve their offense and defense, and recruit stronger allies. The listed features include single-player, multiplayer and online co-op, along with achievements, controller support, Steam Cloud, trading cards, leaderboards and Family Sharing. Zeno Clash II was developed by ACE Team and published by SEGA. It released on Windows on April 30, 2013, and is also listed for PlayStation 3.
What players like, and what they don't
- Single-player and online co-op are listed.
- Combat includes blocking and precision punch targeting.
- RPG mechanics improve attacks, defense and allies.
- Full controller support and Steam Cloud are listed.
- The Steam platform listing is Windows only.
- PlayStation 3 is also listed as a platform.
Who it suits
It suits players looking for a story-led first-person brawler, either solo or in co-op. Returning players may appreciate its connections to the first game, while newcomers are also welcomed into the setting.
Zeno Clash II combines close-quarters combat and RPG progression in a surreal setting, with solo and co-op options. Its listed Steam release is for Windows, while PlayStation 3 is also listed.
