I must recognize it: this time, contrary to Crysis 1, they have produced one of the best looking games with minimal impact on performance. The game runs beautifully, high framerates with amazing graphics. I definitely consider Crysis 2 one of the best games of this year. I have preordered my limited edition, today the game has arrived. After I started to play the game, the first thing that popped up in my head was:"WOW o_O".

I don't need DirectX 11, I'm not disappointed for the lack of DirectX 11 (*). The only thing I want are games that runs "beautifully". And Crysis 2 surely has got the point. Tessellation is great, but seems to be hard to implement properly these days, and it can easily kill performance without giving back any tangible results (look, for example, at Dragon Age II: all that power required for minimal visual impacts. That game runs like s**t on a GTX 580 at 1920x1200.)

I don't need DirectX 11 games that have bad graphics, still they require SLI systems because they're badly optimized / engineered. I want games that look amazing and runs with human hardware. I have a GTX 580 and the game runs like it is supposed to do: 60 fps.

Thank you Crytek, I'm really happy for my purchase.

(*) Don't take me wrong. If you think DirectX 11 is the thing that really matters for "good graphics", you're wrong. Crysis 2 is an amazing game because it let you play NOW. If you're on a single headed machine and you are required to own more than a GTX 580, there is something wrong with the game, remember. In fact, many games require SLI configurations and still are worse than Crysis 2, graphically speaking.

are you absolutely sure you're not a console gamer? D:

I'm a PC gamer who like playing games, not making stupid assumptions about technologies. I have more than 50 genuine games on my shelf. There are some DirectX 11 games that are completely s*it compared to Crysis 2 (look at Dragon Age 2). That's enough. I have bought a GTX 580 expecting to play games at maximum speed. I was not waiting for a game that can be played in three years, like Crysis 1.
I wanted a game, not a benchmark. Graphically speaking, Crysis 2 can be reached by Crysis 1 only. There are few games in the market that can compete in this area with Crysis 2, still they run worse.

This is the first game of my 50+ games who has "wow" graphics with excellent performances.

I'm a PC gamer and I find Crysis 2 amazingly fun. Just finished it and I've got to say that was probably one of the best games I've ever played. The game is well-optimized, the graphics are amazing (if anyone wants, it's not the same as consoles; look it up on youtube... there are a ton of CryEngine 3 comparison videos) and I haven't had a single crash due to the game screwing with my computer. I've had a lot of those in Crysis 1 and that was with the same computer I'm using to play Crysis 2..... I didn't make a single upgrade.

DX11 would be a nice addition though. And the only gameplay complaints I really have are the messy leaning mechanic and the fact that weapon attachments are much more limited in this game.

console gamer or not , this thing looks absolutely stunning and very little impact on performance. I run 2x gtx480 in SLI and there's not even 1 hitch from this game, even in intense battles..opposed to Crysis 1 in which I also had the best cards upon release gtx8800 x2 SLI, and the game could not run maxed out without get all "stuttery John" when there was a big fire fight. I also thank Crytek for making yet another breakthrough in their unique gfx creation style. Pretty unmatched even by top dogs like Metro2033 ( full dx11 maxed out) and still doesn't look or play better than C2. Its simply amazing how they achieved this incredible accomplishment to be able to make it look good even on consoles. Check out this article at crytek.com on how they achieved this and download the included PDF fact sheet which explains so much. Be amazed.
http://www.crytek.com/news/achieved-with-cryengine-3

btw: PC GAMER all the way..will never give in to consoles + their inability to play First Person Shooters the way it SHOULD be played and that's SOLELY with mouse/keyboard.

console gamer or not , this thing looks absolutely stunning and very little impact on performance. I run 2x gtx480 in SLI and there's not even 1 hitch from this game, even in intense battles..opposed to Crysis 1 in which I also had the best cards upon release gtx8800 x2 SLI, and the game could not run maxed out without get all "stuttery John" when there was a big fire fight. I also thank Crytek for making yet another breakthrough in their unique gfx creation style. Pretty unmatched even by top dogs like Metro2033 ( full dx11 maxed out) and still doesn't look or play better than C2. Its simply amazing how they achieved this incredible accomplishment to be able to make it look good even on consoles. Check out this article at crytek.com on how they achieved this and download the included PDF fact sheet which explains so much. Be amazed.
http://www.crytek.com/news/achieved-with-cryengine-3

btw: PC GAMER all the way..will never give in to consoles + their inability to play First Person Shooters the way it SHOULD be played and that's SOLELY with mouse/keyboard.

Yeah, I must quote: I agree 100%
Metro 2033 is another bad example: a DirectX 11 game that cannot be maxed out with any hardware in the market, still it has worse graphics than Crysis 2.

That's the reason I don't care for DirectX 11 support. DirectX 11, excluding tessellation, is not that giant leap forward compared to DirectX 9/10. Still it has the potential to kill the performance without giving back any tangible results. So, I consider this crusade for DirectX 11 complete stupidity (or ignorance, you decide). And while people make all possible efforts to be stupid (or no effort to educate themselves), I'm enjoying a game that can be played NOW, not in three years like the first Crysis (and todays hardware is still struggling).

Crysis 2 has amazing graphics, impressive performance and it does the thing it is supposed to do: it let you play NOW. For me it's enough.

Anyone who amkes a thread congratulating Crytek for Crysis 2 gets a +1 from me. I want to see more thank you threads and less moaning. I love this game!

Anyone who amkes a thread congratulating Crytek for Crysis 2 gets a +1 from me. I want to see more thank you threads and less moaning. I love this game!

I also agree, I think the game looks absolutely stunning. However I cannot play the multi-player at all. And there seem to be alot of other people who cannot play it, or can barely play it. So Congratulations for the excellent engine and the game from a graphical viewpoint.

But there is alot of moaning for a reason, although the DX11 moaning seems to be rather redundant and wierd because the game looks amazing without a monster rig to run it.

fix all the bugs and you'll have a perfict 10

Ok but they could have added higher res textures! seriously...that doesn't require anyd DX10/11 just a better graphics designer lol

+100 mjordan79 ,
you are the troll, DX11 will bring nothing more to share kill fps, crysis 2 is already technologically incredible DX11 you want because you are disgusted to have to buy a card like the gtx 580 for crysis 2, out you would have very graphic may change by cons you will lose 30 fps, you do not even realize the performance of crytek give us a game as graphically beautiful as many fps games do not happen to him was the ankle today.
it's easy to talk about fault, but when talking about quality??
go to the troll who want absolutely nothing for DX11!

I SEE WHATS GOING ON HERE!!!

Crytek's employees made a bunch of fake log in names so they can post of a bunch of crap on the forums! Well played Crytek, well played!

Yep, that has to be it. Almost had me you sneaky little basturds.

NO WORKING MULTI-PLAYER NUF SAID

I wouldn't say Metro2033 looks better, it just a different art style. I don't think an apocolyptic wasteland would look right with nice bloom in your face and shiny textures everywhere. It's gritty and raw whereas Crysis 2 is well.. just smothered in blur.

I agree. The game is absolutely amazing.
I mean I just started playing it and the graphics are as great as the original and it runs super great. I use Sapphire ATI Radeon HD 4890 OC and play the game at 1920x1200 resolution. I get 30+ fps with Crysis 2 I believe. Haven't checked the fps yet. But in the MP Beta I had 30+ fps when I checked. Compared to the original Crysis where I only had 24 fps.

I'm a PC gamer who like playing games, not making stupid assumptions about technologies. I have more than 50 genuine games on my shelf. There are some DirectX 11 games that are completely s*it compared to Crysis 2 (look at Dragon Age 2). That's enough. I have bought a GTX 580 expecting to play games at maximum speed. I was not waiting for a game that can be played in three years, like Crysis 1.
I wanted a game, not a benchmark. Graphically speaking, Crysis 2 can be reached by Crysis 1 only. There are few games in the market that can compete in this area with Crysis 2, still they run worse.

This is the first game of my 50+ games who has "wow" graphics with excellent performances.

This is the best post on these boards. I have 97 games on Steam, a few Dx titles and agree with your entire post.

I think its a pride thing. Ever since they said they would release a multiplat game the so called harcore community had a absolute **** about it. I also purchased a 580 for this game and im happy that i can actually play it on extreme on launch without any lag. Im having a ton of fun with the game, it looks great and I can understand why even the critics are giving it good scores.

I SEE WHATS GOING ON HERE!!!

Crytek's employees made a bunch of fake log in names so they can post of a bunch of crap on the forums! Well played Crytek, well played!

Oh yes, and their employees are also posting as critics giving it an average metacritic score of 88?

I am new in pc Gaming i was console gamer for my life ( i am now 33 old )

all i can say : one of the best games I've ever played .

Things like Dx10 and Dx11 will only have any real relevance when Dx9 gets killed off entirely, I still play Crysis (win 7, 9800GTX) in Dx9 rather than 10




Does Dragon age 2 in Dx11 look as good as that

I agree, Crysis 2 is awesome. Big thanks to all involved with development of Crysis 2 for the PC.

Crysis 2 is a top-notch game, 3D rocks man, well done Yerli brothers, well done Nathan, well done to those in the music production, the writing, every one involved in the making of Crysis2. Excellent game. Thanks NVIDIA for support too, this game plays super smooth maxed on nvidia's GTX 5000 series in 3D. I'm very impressed and a happy gamer.

You keep saying Dragon Age 2. How about Stalker COP or Metro 2033 those are two very beautiful Dx11 games. Crysis 2 should have been on their level graphically!

Yeah agree, game looks awesome

Yes yes a beautiful game made by noobs!
Congratulations to all crytec employees.

the money they have taken now that you think might make us play?

im rly dissapointed in the multi, BUT THE SINGLEPLAYER CAMPAIGN IS FOR THE PEOPLE ARROUND ME TO BE SACRIFICED TO.