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Infamous 2 vs Just Cause 2

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Infamous 2
Infamous 2Unleash electric powers in a sprawling open‑world adventure.
Just Cause 2
Just Cause 2Explode, grapple, and soar across a massive open world
Overview
Description

Infamous 2 puts players back in the shoes of Cole MacGrath, a conduit with the ability to control electricity. Set in the vibrant, post‑apocalyptic city of New Marais, the game blends high‑octane combat with parkour traversal. Explore a massive open world, make moral choices that shape the story, and master a deep skill tree that lets you electrify enemies, power up allies, and manipulate the environment. The single‑player experience delivers a mix of puzzle solving, beat‑'em‑up action, and narrative-driven adventure.

Just Cause 2 puts you in the shoes of Rico Rodriguez, a charismatic operative tasked with toppling a corrupt dictator in the fictional Southeast Asian island nation of Panau. Using an arsenal of weapons, a signature grappling hook, and a parachute, you can create chaos in a sandbox that encourages creative destruction. The game blends high‑octane action with a sprawling open world, offering countless opportunities for stunts, vehicular combat, and explosive set‑pieces, all while delivering a single‑player narrative driven by daring missions and side activities.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Open-World Adventure
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Action‑adventure gamers
Action‑adventure enthusiasts
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$59.99
$29.9950%
release date
2011-06-07
2010-03-23
Specifications
developer
Sucker Punch Productions
Avalanche Studios
publisher
Sony Computer Entertainment
Eidos Interactive
age rating
ESRB T, PEGI 16
PEGI 18, ESRB M+13%
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
85/100
85/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging electric combat system
  • Rich, open‑world environment
  • Meaningful moral choice system
  • Varied skill customization
  • Massive, detailed open world
  • Innovative grappling and parachute mechanics
  • High replayability with mission editor
  • Thrilling vehicular combat
Cons
  • Linear mission structure at times
  • Occasional performance drops on PS3
  • Limited replay value after story completion
  • Occasional frame‑rate drops on older hardware
  • Repetitive mission objectives at times
  • Story can feel thin compared to gameplay
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Just Cause 2 offers a larger, more replayable sandbox at half the price, while Infamous 2 delivers a story‑driven, power‑customization experience at a higher cost.

Key differences

  • World size & traversal: 1,000+ km map with grappling/parachute vs. city‑scale New Marais.
  • Combat style: chaotic vehicular destruction vs. electricity‑based powers and parkour.
  • Replay value: mission editor and vast map vs. limited after story completion.
  • Moral system: none vs. hero/villain choices affecting abilities and ending.
  • Price: $29.99 vs. $59.99.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Both score 85/100; each excels in different playstyles—sandbox chaos vs. power‑based combat.

Tie

Platform availability

Both are single‑player titles; platforms not specified, so no advantage.

Tie

Price & value

Just Cause 2 costs $29.99, half the $59.99 price of Infamous 2.

Just Cause 2

Multiplayer / co‑op

Both are single‑player only.

Tie

Content & replayability

Just Cause 2 includes a mission editor and a 1,000 km map, offering more post‑game content.

Just Cause 2

Difficulty & accessibility

No specific difficulty or accessibility data provided for either game.

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Graphics & performance

Infamous 2 highlights high‑definition graphics and cinematic soundtrack; Just Cause 2 notes occasional frame‑rate drops.

Infamous 2

Choose Infamous 2 if…

Players who value story, moral choices, and polished graphics over sandbox size.

Choose Just Cause 2 if…

Players who want massive open‑world chaos, vehicle variety, and lower cost.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Just Cause 2 costs $29.99, while Infamous 2 costs $59.99.

Which offers more replayability?

Just Cause 2, thanks to its mission editor and 1,000 km map.

Do either games have moral choices?

Only Infamous 2 features hero/villain paths that affect abilities and story outcomes.