OcPrices.com have just released a review of Max Payne 2 for the PC.
Sequels are always very difficult thing to get right. A sequel has to somehow be just as exciting, fresh and innovative as the first one, yet still be a logical jump from the first instalment without spoiling it. Add to little and people complain that's its no different than the first, add too much and people will say you've spoilt the atmosphere, style and look the first one had. Creating a good sequel is by walking a very thin line successfully, so it's not surprising that many sequels in games and films never live up to everyone's expectations. Max Payne 2 nevertheless manages to walk that line extremely well...Read more