The new
Crysis 2
'Retaliation' Map Pack is out. While we haven't made up our minds what
we think about it yet, we wanted to help you decide. Below you'll find
the descriptions EA provided us for each map, along with some footage we
took ourselves. Let us know what you think about the levels in the
comments below -- just keep it clean, folks.
TRANSIT -- The Tidal wave that swept across the city brutally
exposed the subway system when a giant sinkhole opened up. This large
battlefield is a snipers dream with encircling high ground surrounding
the flooded landscape below. The subway tunnels provide opportunities
for more brutal close range fighting and a welcome respite from the high
powered scopes.
SHIPYARD -- With the battle against the Ceph still raging, the
Navy hastily put this ship in for repairs in this derelict shipyard,
until the evacuation took away all the labor. With the area now
abandoned, Marines and CELL now fight for the ships powerful weapons
systems. The ship itself provides an advantageous view point, use its
sheers size to get the drop on your enemies. Snipers have excellent
lines of sight, but the hull of the ship provides plenty of cover.
PARK AVENUE -- Park Avenue saw fierce fighting and the scars are
still all too evident. This once bustling area was eerily quiet until
now. Controlling the central bridge gives command over this battlefield
but leaves you vulnerable to attack from all sides. Stealthy players
can lurk at street level ready to ambush the unwary.
COMPOUND -- After the infection spread the last remaining
survivors were evacuated to the mainland, leaving this CryNet outpost
unmanned. On this large leafy night-time map be careful not to be
exposed by searchlights. The control tower offers a great view of the
surrounding area but the nano-glass walls prevent players from shooting
in or out. Descend below the surface and follow the sewers to gain
ground and assault enemies occupying fortified positions in the
compound.