I think this game is one of the best i've ever played, and should not be thought of as a bad game, just because it's called Mercenaries. VERY FUN!
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Mercenaries 2: World in Flames
(2008, Video Games - Third-person shooter, Rated T, Play it on: PlayStation 2, Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3)
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Common Sense says
An exciting and explosive open-world shooter.
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for Ages 14–16
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Mercenaries 2: World in Flames was written by Brett Molina
Parents need to know that this game is chock full of violence, and it encourages players to pull off outlandish stunts to take out enemies. Hundreds of weapons are at your disposal, as well as air strikes, tanks, and other items. The main character's motives aren't heroic either, as his main goal is to pad his bank accounts. However, the violence is neither bloody or gory. While players can kill civilians, they are penalized for the casualties. Players can also take the action online, a feature Common Sense Media doesn't recommend for kids under age 12.
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What’s the Story?
MERCENARIES 2: WORLD IN FLAMES is the equivalent of a summer action flick, with over-the-top explosions and outrageous stunts. The sequel to the original Mercenaries shifts from one hotspot, Korea, to another: Venezuela. Your main goal is to thwart the country's dictator who recently seized control in a government coup. To find this dictator, you must establish relationships with different factions and complete contract jobs to gather more information. You'll also earn cash to bolster your private military company.
To assist in this quest, you'll recruit a support staff to help you hone your shooting skills, drop off supplies, and transport you from dangerous spots. You can also purchase items from the myriad of groups, including an oil firm and a Venezuelan rebel faction. If the action proves too tough alone, you can engage in missions through online cooperative play, a first for the franchise. Not only is the environment open-world, but fully destructible. Let's say you need to take out a sniper perched in a tower. You can pull out an assault rifle and kill your foe, or grab C-4 explosives and blow the tower to bits.
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The visuals of a building crumbling to the ground as smoke seeps through the wreckage are incredible. The vibrant explosions pack a ton of punch. And managing the bevy of options and weapons is easily handled through your PDA. Here, you can choose your missions, navigate the landscape with GPS, and sort out your stockpile of support options. These vary from bombing runs to tank and supply drops. Beyond the main missions, you can partake in a series of side quests. These fall under two main categories: Destroy a specific target or capture a high-value official.
As exhilarating as the action is, the game exhibits some unusual quirks. Enemies don't act aggressive enough when in small groups. They will shoot for a couple seconds, then stop long enough for you to recover and finish them off. Your character seems to have a rough time moving between trees or other foliage, as if you're in quicksand. While lacking a bit of technical polish, Mercenaries 2 compensates by creating an invigorating battle environment.
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Released on 08/31/2008, price $59.99, not online enabled
ESRB rating: T (for Language, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco, Violence)
ESRB rating: T (for Language, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco, Violence)
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- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
- Safety isn't an issue
- Easy to play
Perfect for any kid who understands war.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
it think that this game is too violent but not for kids under 13
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Negative role models
Fine for kids over 11
Great game for kids about 11+. Yeah, you hear a few swear words every once in a while, but where do kids 11+ not hear swearing? School, TV, and video games are associated with "bad words", so just face it. Being a teen gamer myself, I would be comfortable having my mom watching me play the game, and my mom is VERY VERY strict. Overall, good game.
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Easy to play
4 stars
its good i really dont think its that bad compared a lot of other games
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it
Good
Cursing and violence are limited.
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