Manhunt 2 hits different when it boots instantly in your browser. Released in 2007 on the Sony PSP, this stealth horror classic from Rockstar Games is ready the second you press start — no downloads, no setup.
Manhunt 2 is a 2007 stealth game by Rockstar Games. It is the sequel to 2003's Manhunt and was released in North America on 29 October 2007, and in PAL territories from 31 October 2008.
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| D-Pad Up | ↑ | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ↓ | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ← | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | → | D-Pad right |
| ✕ Cross | Z | Bottom face |
| ○ Circle | X | Right face |
| □ Square | A | Left face |
| △ Triangle | S | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | W | Right shoulder |
| Start | Space | Start |
| Select | V | Select |
| Analog Up | I | Analog up |
| Analog Down | K | Analog down |
| Analog Left | J | Analog left |
| Analog Right | L | Analog right |
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Analog Up | W | Analog up |
| Analog Down | S | Analog down |
| Analog Left | A | Analog left |
| Analog Right | D | Analog right |
| D-Pad Up | ArrowUp | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ArrowDown | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ArrowLeft | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | ArrowRight | D-Pad right |
| Cross | J | Bottom face |
| Circle | K | Right face |
| Square | U | Left face |
| Triangle | I | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | E | Right shoulder |
| Start | F | Start |
| Select | Shift | Select |
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The Story Behind Manhunt 2
Take-Two/Rockstar, anticipating the firestorm of criticism with the release of the murder simulator sequel, is lying to the public on both sides of the pond in stating this week that the game had nothing to do with the murder." On 10 March, Thompson said he planned to sue Take-Two/Rockstar in an effort to have both Manhunt 2 and Grand Theft Auto IV banned as "public nuisances". It was released in the US on 6 November 2009 with an AO rating. Kotaku posted an eyes-on-preview of Manhunt 2 featuring a recording of someone playing the game, which showed the first footage of direct gameplay.
The transcript of the court case makes it quite clear what really happened. Development on Manhunt 2 commenced shortly after the release of the first Manhunt. From Q1 to Q3 of 2005, German developer Rabcat Computer Graphics assisted them in the creation of 350+ 3D assets.
How Manhunt 2 Plays
The player is in control of which level they use; once the player has locked onto an enemy, the lock-on reticule changes color over time to indicate the level; white (level 1), yellow (level 2), and red (level 3). When the player is discovered by an enemy, they can either run, hide or attempt to fight back with hand-to-hand combat. Other forms of combat aside from stealth are incorporated.
Aside from the three levels of execution per weapon, players can use firearms for executions. A scoring system based on how brutal the executions was excluded from the console versions in order to obtain an M rating from ESRB, while the PC version retained this feature. Players can take cover from enemy fire, while individual body parts such as the head can be targeted.
Why Players Still Load It Up
Originally scheduled for a North American and European release in July 2007, the game was suspended by Rockstar's parent company Take-Two Interactive when it was refused classification in some countries and given an Adults Only (AO) rating in the United States. GameSpots Kevin VanOrd said the game was "not as shocking as you'd expect, but Manhunt 2 still satisfies your primal instincts", and that the game was better to play on the PSP platform. While we respect the authority of the classification board and will abide by the rules, we emphatically disagree with this particular decision.
The ESRB and Rockstar should end this game of secrecy by immediately unveiling what content has been changed to grant the new rating and what correspondence occurred between the ESRB and Rockstar to come to this conclusion. He and Leo then set out to unravel the secrets of Daniel's past, all the while pursued by bounty hunters and agents of a mysterious organization called "The Project". Clearly the ESRB has a conflict of interest in rating these games.
Manhunt 2 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who developed Manhunt 2?
Development was handled by Rockstar London, with Rockstar Games publishing the release.
Where can I buy the original Manhunt 2?
See the "Other Places You Can Get This Game" section below the article for legitimate places to buy real-world versions.
What console was Manhunt 2 released on?
Rockstar Games shipped Manhunt 2 for the Sony PSP back in 2007, and this page runs that release.
Can I save my progress in Manhunt 2?
Yes. Create a free account and the player unlocks save states — snapshot your progress at any moment and resume later on any device.