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JUL 2011 maximumpc.com
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CRYSIS 2
The level of
variation
in environ-
ments
elevates this
shooter's
showcase
potential
beyond
that of its
predeces-
sors. It also
supports
3D.
Red Faction:
Guerilla
Literally every-
thing in this 3D
shooter breaks,
making it a perfect
demonstration for
real-time physics.
FAR CRY 2
Heh heh, fi re. Far Cry 2’s
fi re effects are impressive
and lifelike and the best
we’ve seen in a while.
DEAD SPACE 2
A great game for
positional audio—the
screams, thunks, and
more form a haunting
aural landscape.
JUST CAUSE 2
The winner for best draw
distance eschews GPU-
protecting fog effects for
impressive visual effects.
METRO 2033
The game's locations teem
with tiny details—dust
fl ecks fl oating about,
makeshift clotheslines,
rotting bar tables, and
crowds of people.
TOTAL WAR:
SHOGUN 2
This series has always
been known for its ludicrously
large armies and real-time battles.
The latest game doesn't disappoint.
BULLETSTORM
Colorful, gorgeous, and
capable of stretching out your
GPU, Unreal Engine 3 throws
one heck of a party on your PC.
Great battlefi eld sound effects. If you
want to put your brand-new speakers
through their paces,
this is the
game.
BATTLEFIELD: BAD
COMPANY 2
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