Computer Player, December 1996
(Vol 3, No 7, Page 68)
Marathon 2: Durandal
Rating: 7/10
Reviewed by Jason D'Aprile
If it had been released much earlier in the year, Marathon 2 would have seemed as impressive a PC title as it was when it was released on the Mac. But it now suffers because there's so much competition and ever advancing 3D engines. Duke still has more playability, but Marathon 2 has a more intense atmosphere, a better story and environmental effects that Duke totally lacks. I also enjoyed many of the weapons, found the monsters engaging and thought many of the levels extremely difficult. Marathon 2 may not be top-rung, but anyone who's looking for a new first-person shooter will find it challenging and fun.
Sources:
http://marathon.bungie.org/story/newnov-dec00.html
http://www.thecomputershow.com/computershow/reviews/marathon2durandal.htm
