| 词条 | Mercenaries 2: World in Flames |
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| title = Mercenaries 2: World in Flames | image = Mercenaries 2 cover art.jpg | developer = Pandemic Studios{{efn|Ported to PlayStation 2 by Artificial Mind and Movement.}} | publisher = Electronic Arts | director = Cameron Brown | producer = | designer = Scott Warner | programmer = | artist = | writer = | composer = Chris Tilton | series = Mercenaries | engine = Zero | platforms = PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows | released = PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3 & Xbox 360{{vgrelease|NA|August 31, 2008|EU|September 5, 2008|AUS|September 11, 2008}}Microsoft Windows{{vgrelease|NA|September 3, 2008|EU|September 5, 2008|AUS|September 11, 2008}} | genre = Action-adventure | modes = Single-player, multiplayer }} Mercenaries 2: World in Flames is an action-adventure video game developed by Pandemic Studios and published by Electronic Arts for PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Microsoft Windows. It is the sequel to 2005's Playground of Destruction. The game is a third-person shooter with an open world, set in a fictionalized war-torn Venezuela, the game's primary objective is to kill the President of Venezuela whose betrayal of the protagonist mercenary acted as a stepping stone to his current position, Following the closure of Pandemic Studios, EA announced on November 24, 2009 that EA Los Angeles were working on a title known as Mercs Inc.[1] The game was eventually canceled following the closure of Danger Close Games in 2013. Characters and premiseThe player can pick one of three mercenaries: Mattias Nilsson, an ex-operative with a love of explosives, Chris Jacobs, an amoral ex-Delta Force member with a cynical attitude, and Jennifer Mui, a former-MI6 turned mercenary who cares about nothing but money. Helped in part via a contract with and subsequent betrayal of the mercenary, Ramon Solano becomes the Venezuelan President of an interim government following a military coup, and successfully builds the trust and support of the population via his "for the people" nationalization of the country's oil. The mercenary vows revenge on Solano, and must work their way towards this by performing contracts for various conflicting factions across Venzuela. Marketing and releaseIn preparation for the release of Mercenaries 2, Electronic Arts opened a commercial campaign in August 2008, with scenes of the plot of the game in a stylized world, featuring background music reminiscent of a "hip-hop musical" singing about how the protagonists are going to get revenge for being double crossed and getting no pay to boot. The song was written and performed by the Wojahn Brothers and was released as a single on September 23, 2008.{{citation needed|date=December 2017}} EA took over the Last Stop petrol station in Finsbury Park, North London, on the release day of the game in order to give away £20,000 worth of petrol for free, with each driver receiving a maximum of £40. The petrol station was transformed into a military bunker, with sandbags, oil barrels and jeeps. The area's member of parliament, Lynne Featherstone, described the campaign as an "ill thought-out media stunt" after it created unnecessary traffic congestion.[2] The demo of the game became available after-release on September 18 on the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live.{{Citation needed|date=May 2011}} Downloadable contentOn September 30, 2008, Pandemic Studios announced that they were working on a free patch, called "Total Payback", that would add six new playable characters, cross-region co-op, and cheats. It was scheduled to be released on October 13 on Xbox Live, but was delayed until October 23 and again until "early November."{{Citation needed|date=May 2011}} The patch was released on October 23 for PS3 and October 31 for 360 users. On December 12, 2008, the Mercenaries 2 DLC content pack "Blow It Up Again" was released for download on the PlayStation Store. Pandemic later stated that they are "working with Microsoft" to ensure that the Xbox 360 content pack is released promptly, to follow Sony's sudden release.{{Citation needed|date=May 2011}} The DLC had relatively little advertising and failed to even have an official announcement from Pandemic aside from a simple trailer available for download on the Xbox Live Marketplace. It has also been raised from free to $1.99. The "Total Payback" patch and "Blow It Up Again" content pack have not been released for the Windows version. Reception{{Video game reviews|PC = true |PS2 = true |PS3 = true |X360 = true |na = true |EuroG_X360 = 5/10[3] |Fam_PS2 = 23/40[4] |Fam_PS3 = 31/40[4] |Fam_X360 = 31/40[4] |GI_PS3 = 7.25/10[5] |GI_X360 = 7.25/10[5] |GamePro_X360 = {{Rating|3.5|5}}[6] |GameRev_PS2 = B+[7] |GameRev_PS3 = B+[7] |GameRev_X360 = B+[7] |GSpot_PS2 = 3.5/10[8] |GSpot_PS3 = 5/10[9] |GSpot_X360 = 5/10[9] |GSpy_PS3 = {{Rating|4|5}}[10] |GSpy_X360 = {{Rating|4|5}}[10] |GT_PS3 = 7.9/10[11] |GT_X360 = 7.9/10[11] |GameZone_PS2 = 5/10[12] |GameZone_PS3 = 8.3/10[13] |GameZone_X360 = 8.5/10[14] |GB_PS3 = {{Rating|3|5}}[15] |GB_X360 = {{Rating|3|5}}[15] |IGN_PC = 7.9/10[16] |IGN_PS2 = 3.9/10[17] |IGN_PS3 = (AU) 8/10[18] (US) 7.9/10[19] |IGN_X360 = (AU) 8/10[18] (US) 7.9/10[19] |OXM_X360 = 7.5/10[20] |PCGUS_PC = 69%[21] |PSM_PS3 = {{Rating|3|5}}[22] |rev1 = 411Mania |rev1_X360 = 5.2/10[23] |rev2 = Variety |rev2_PS3 = (favorable)[24] |MC_PC = 70/100[25] |MC_PS2 = 49/100[26] |MC_PS3 = 72/100[27] |MC_X360 = 72/100[28] }}Mercenaries 2: World in Flames received "average" reviews on all platforms except the PlayStation 2 version, which received "generally unfavorable reviews", according to the review aggregation website Metacritic.[25][26][27][28] Though praised for its colorful and destructive environments, many reviews have complained of "nagging annoyances" throughout the game that occasionally feel rushed and unfinished.[29] One of the major problems was the unintelligent AI of both friendly and enemy NPCs, and the issue was aggravated by voice acting and repetitive lines.[16][19] Some reviewers found several gameplay mechanisms questionable, such as the air supports and airstrikes being of limited value, over-powerful melee attacks, and simplistic faction dynamics.[8][9] The reactions from the new co-op mode were divided; while another player added to the fun, there were limitations, such as the tether between players and limited role of the passenger when in a vehicle. Edge gave the PlayStation 3 version a score of six out of ten and said that it "remains an absolute blast."[30] In Japan, where the game was ported for release on November 20, 2008,{{citation needed|date=December 2017}} Famitsu gave it a score of one eight, one nine, and two sevens for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions; and one six, one seven, and two fives for the PS2 version.[4] Mercenaries 2 was nominated for "Dubious Honors: Worst Game Everyone Played" by GameSpot in their 2008 video game awards, which was a category for games with large sales that had been panned by the critics.[31] In addition, it won "Dubious Honors: Most Disappointing Game" by GameSpot. Controversy and criticismThe game has been criticized by the Venezuelan government, accusing the U.S. government of trying to drum up support from the American public for a real-life invasion with the purpose of overthrowing Hugo Chávez.[32] Pandemic Studios had previously developed training aids for the U.S. Army. In response to the criticism, the official website of the game included the following disclaimer: {{quote|Pandemic Studios is in the business of entertainment. It has not been contacted by a U.S. government agency concerning the development of Mercenaries 2. All persons, storylines and events are purely fictional and bear no relation to real events. As with any number of games, movies and books, the decision to choose interesting events and locations is purely designed to tell a compelling story, as well as provide a fun and rich experience for the gamer.{{citation needed|date=December 2017}}}}Gunnar Gundersen, cofounder of the Venezuela Solidarity Network, dismissed arguments that it's "just a game", saying:[33] {{quote|We have to put it in the context of how it would feel if the reverse was done. Can you imagine if a wealthy Venezuelan game-designing company with links to the military and funding from a famous Latin American entertainer invented a game where you invade the US to assassinate the president and take over the economy?}}{{clear}}Notes{{Notelist}}References1. ^{{cite web | url=http://investors.ea.com/releasedetail.cfm?ReleaseID=426407 | title=Pandemic Studios Announces 'Mercs Inc' | publisher=Electronic Arts | date=November 24, 2009}} 2. ^{{cite web | url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/london/7599639.stm | title=Chaos at £20,000 petrol giveaway | publisher=BBC | date=September 5, 2008 | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 3. ^{{cite web | url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames-review | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames (Xbox 360) | last=Reed | first=Kristan | publisher=Eurogamer | date=September 1, 2008 | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 4. ^1 2 3 {{cite web | url=http://www.cng4u.com/2008/11/12/latest-review-score-from-famitsu-nov-12th/ | title=最新一期Famitsu杂志评分（11月12） | language=Japanese | publisher=CNG4u.com | date=November 12, 2008 | archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20090107183415/http://www.cng4u.com/2008/11/12/latest-review-score-from-famitsu-nov-12th/ | archivedate=January 7, 2009 | deadurl=yes | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 5. ^1 {{cite magazine | url=http://www.gameinformer.com/games/mercenaries_2_world_in_flames/b/ps3/archive/2009/09/22/review.aspx | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames (PS3, X360): Glitches and Frustrations Pile Up to Deflate this Venezuelan Romp | last=Bertz | first=Matt | magazine=Game Informer | issue=186 | date=October 2008 | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 6. ^{{cite web | url=http://www.gamepro.com/article/reviews/206974/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames/ | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames (X360) | last=Erickson | first=Tracy | publisher=GamePro | date=September 2, 2008 | archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20080905134313/http://www.gamepro.com/article/reviews/206974/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames/ | archivedate=September 5, 2008 | deadurl=yes | accessdate=December 17, 2017}} 7. ^1 2 {{cite web | url=http://www.gamerevolution.com/review/41696-mercenaries-2-world-in-flames-review | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames Review (PS2, PS3, X360) | last=Hudak | first=Chris | publisher=Game Revolution | date=August 31, 2008 | archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150127010319/http://www.gamerevolution.com/review/mercenaries-2 | archivedate=January 27, 2015 | deadurl=no | accessdate=December 17, 2017}} 8. ^1 {{cite web | url=https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames-review/1900-6198115/ | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames Review (PS2) | last=Thomas | first=Aaron | publisher=GameSpot | date=September 23, 2008 | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 9. ^1 2 {{cite web | url=https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames-review/1900-6197202/ | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames Review (PS3, X360) | last=Thomas | first=Aaron | publisher=GameSpot | date=September 4, 2008 | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 10. ^1 {{cite web | url=http://ps3.gamespy.com/playstation-3/mercenaries-2-rumor/907173p1.html | title=GameSpy: Mercenaries 2: World in Flames (PS3, X360) | last=Graziani | first=Gabe | publisher=GameSpy | date=September 2, 2008 | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 11. ^1 {{cite web | url=http://www.gametrailers.com/gamereview.php?id=2799 | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames Review (PS3, X360) | publisher=GameTrailers | date=September 9, 2008 | archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20080913082530/http://www.gametrailers.com/gamereview.php?id=2799 | archivedate=September 13, 2008 | deadurl=yes | accessdate=December 17, 2017}} 12. ^{{cite web | url=http://www.gamezone.com/reviews/mercenaries_2_world_in_flames_ps2_review | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames - PS2 - Review | last=Bedigian | first=Louis | publisher=GameZone | date=August 31, 2008 | archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20081013013613/http://ps2.gamezone.com/gzreviews/r29747.htm | archivedate=October 13, 2008 | deadurl=no | accessdate=December 17, 2017}} 13. ^{{cite web | url=http://www.gamezone.com/reviews/mercenaries_2_world_in_flames_ps3_review | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames - PS3 - Review | last=Lafferty | first=Michael | publisher=GameZone | date=August 30, 2008 | archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20081006174644/http://ps3.gamezone.com/gzreviews/r29747.htm | archivedate=October 6, 2008 | deadurl=no | accessdate=December 17, 2017}} 14. ^{{cite web | url=http://www.gamezone.com/reviews/mercenaries_2_world_in_flames_360_review | title=Mercenaries: World in Flames - 360 - Review | last=Hopper | first=Steven | publisher=GameZone | date=August 30, 2008 | archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20081013004903/http://xbox360.gamezone.com/gzreviews/r29747.htm | archivedate=October 13, 2008 | deadurl=no | accessdate=December 17, 2017}} 15. ^1 {{cite web | url=https://www.giantbomb.com/reviews/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames-review/1900-53/ | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames Review (PS3, X360) | last=Davis | first=Ryan | publisher=Giant Bomb | date=September 5, 2008 | accessdate=December 17, 2017}} 16. ^1 {{cite web | url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2008/09/11/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames-review-2 | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames Review (PC) | last=Goldstein | first=Hilary | publisher=IGN | date=September 11, 2008 | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 17. ^{{cite web | url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2008/09/02/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames-review-3 | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames Review (PS2) | last=Goldstein | first=Hilary | publisher=IGN | date=September 2, 2008 | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 18. ^1 {{cite web | 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2017}} 25. ^1 {{cite web | url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames for PC Reviews | publisher=Metacritic | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 26. ^1 {{cite web | url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-2/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames for PlayStation 2 Reviews | publisher=Metacritic | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 27. ^1 {{cite web | url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-3/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames for PlayStation 3 Reviews | publisher=Metacritic | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 28. ^1 {{cite web | url=http://www.metacritic.com/game/xbox-360/mercenaries-2-world-in-flames | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames for Xbox 360 Reviews | publisher=Metacritic | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} 29. ^{{cite web | url=http://www.1up.com/reviews/mercenaries-2-world-flames | title=Mercenaries 2: World in Flames Review (PS3, XBOX 360) | 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4, 2008}} 33. ^{{cite news | url=https://venezuelanalysis.com/news/2298 | title=Activists Ask Bono to Help Shoot Down Video Game About Venezuela | last=Flack | first=Khristopher | newspaper=The Boston Globe | date=March 25, 2007 | accessdate=December 16, 2017}} External links
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