F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin

FEAR 2: Project Origin

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Release Date: February 10, 2009

Action, FPP, FPS, Horror, Co-op, Shooters, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet, LAN

A direct sequel to F.E.A.R.: First Encounter Assault Recon – the warmly received combination of first-person shooter and survival horror, developed by Monolith Productions. This time you don’t play as the Point Man, the protagonist of the first game, but as Michael Becket, a member of the anti-terrorist squad called Delta. His main objective is to arrest the head of Armacham Technology Corporation.

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F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin is a first-person perspective action game designed by American development studio Monolith Productions and released on PC, PS3 and X360. This title is a full-fledged sequel to the 2005’s shooter F.E.A.R.: First Encounter Assault Recon.

Plot

The plot in F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin for PC, PS3 and X360 starts in the Auburn district, half an hour before the end of the story of the previous game. This time you play not as the Point Man, but as Michael Becket, a member of the anti-terrorist squad called Delta. His main objective is to arrest Genevieve Aristide, the head of Armacham Technology Corporation, engaged in destroying evidence of her involvement in illegal bioengineering research. As you play, however, the explosion that we witnessed in F.E.A.R.: Firs Encounter Assault Recon disturbs your mission, after which the protagonist wakes up in a hospital. This is far from salvation, though, and it soon turns out that his main goal becomes survival.

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The atmosphere in F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin is heavily inspired by the Japanese school of horror movies, which often feature a little creepy girl with paranormal abilities. In F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin this role is played by Alma Wade, known from the first F.E.A.R. Her abilities are now greater than in the previous game – she can not only control human minds, but also greatly influence physics and the shape of locations. Alma has also became more mature – this time she appears as a young woman.

Mechanics

The foundation of gameplay in F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin for PC, PS3 and X360 is combat, which mostly relies on shooting. Skirmishes take place in both insides of buildings and on the outside, across a devastated city. The developers put especially much attention to the level design of the latter. Another novelty is the presence of battle mechs, which can be used by both the player and enemies, thus resulting in a new type of experience in the series.

F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin gives you a lot of freedom when it comes to eliminating enemies. You can make use of the bullet-time mechanics as well as high-level interaction with the environment (you can destroy lamps and TV sets or move large pieces of furniture and use them as covers). Another noteworthy thing is the wide array of weapons. Apart from the guns present in the first game, the arsenal includes several futuristic rifles (e.g. pulse rifle) or a flamethrower.

Technical aspects

Monolith Productions’ game is based on a modified version of Lithtech Jupiter Ex engine, which gained acclaim among the industry specialists after its impressive performance in F.E.A.R.: First Encounter Assault Recon and Condemned: Criminal Origins. While using this tool the creators of F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin for PC, PS3 and X360 focused on the frequently used blur effect and atmospheric lighting. The engine’s flexibility also proved useful for the new multiplayer mode, which allows players to take a break from the grim single player campaign and play online.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Xbox 360

PlayStation 3

Developer: Monolith Productions

Publisher: Warner Bros. Games

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Game Series

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F.E.A.R. Game Series

Created by Monolith Productions studio, a series of first-person shooters (FPS) in the convention of psychological horror. Currently, the brand is owned by Warner Bros. and its development is handled by the Day 1 Studios development team.

F.E.A.R. Game Series

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Guide

Last update: February 4, 2009

F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin Game Guide & Walkthrough

This guide consists mainly of a very detailed walkthrough of all seven chapters (fourteen levels) of the singleplayer campaign of the game.

F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin Game Guide & Walkthrough

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System Requirements

System Requirements for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin Video Game:

PC / Windows

Recommended System Requirements:
Core 2 Duo 2.2 GHz, 1.5 GB RAM, graphic card 256 MB (GeForce 8600 or better), 12 GB HDD, Windows XP SP3/Vista SP1.

Xbox 360

Supports:
Xbox Live

Add-Ons and DLCs

List of Game Add-Ons and DLCs for Video Game:

DLC Reborn September 3, 2009
DLC Armored Front Map Pack June 12, 2009
DLC Toy Soldiers Map Pack April 16, 2009

Ratings

Game Ratings for F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin Video Game.

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STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (8,969)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Engaging Gameplay: Many users found the initial gameplay to be fun, with a good balance of combat and horror, particularly in the earlier parts of the game.
Strong Story Continuity: The narrative continues from the first game, providing a sense of continuity that fans appreciated.
Varied Arsenal: Players enjoyed the diverse range of weapons and the ability to use melee attacks effectively.
Psychological Horror Elements: The game features a mix of psychological horror and jump scares, with some users noting specific moments, like the Elementary School level, as highlights.
Visual and Audio Design: Improved graphics and sound design were noted as positive aspects, enhancing the overall atmosphere.

The main cons of the game

Inconsistent Quality: The final 30% of the game was criticized for becoming tedious and bland, shifting to a more run-and-gun style that detracted from the horror experience.
Gameplay Mechanics Issues: Some users pointed out frustrating mechanics, such as the inability to lean or quick save, as well as issues with sprinting and overall movement feeling stiff.
Weapon Effectiveness: Many felt that weapons lacked impact and that some were underwhelming compared to the original game.
AI Problems: The enemy AI was described as less intelligent and engaging than in the first installment, leading to less satisfying combat encounters.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Leaning Mechanics: The absence of the ability to lean around corners was a significant drawback for many players.
Quick Saving: Users expressed a desire for the ability to save at any point, rather than relying on scene-based saves.
Tighter Combat Mechanics: Some players noted that the shooting mechanics felt less refined compared to the original game, impacting the overall experience.
Greater Horror Elements: Several reviews mentioned that the game leans more towards action than horror, indicating a desire for a return to the terrifying atmosphere of the first game.

Summary

Overall, while F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin has its enjoyable moments and maintains a connection to its predecessor, it falls short in several areas, particularly in its latter stages and gameplay mechanics.

Summary generated on: October 8, 2025

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