Shooter · 2003
Unreal 2: The Awakening
You are John Dalton, an ex-Marine assigned to patrol the edge of human space as a Marshal for the Terran Colonial Authority. Unexpectedly, your monotonous life is shattered by a chilling distress signal, plunging you into an adventure beyond belief. Violent turmoil among the races has erupted on your watch.
Key facts
- Released
- 3 February 2003
- Genre
- Shooter · Action
- Length
- ≈ 12 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · Xbox
- Studio
- Epic Games
- Publisher
- Infogrames
- Critics
- Metacritic 75
- Steam reviews
- 68% positive (616 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- A 2003 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
- ≈ 12h to see the end
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Unreal 2: The Awakening?
Expect about 12 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Unreal 2: The Awakening with friends?
No, Unreal 2: The Awakening is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Unreal 2: The Awakening on?
Unreal 2: The Awakening is available on PC and Xbox.
Is Unreal 2: The Awakening a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 75. On Steam, 68% positive (616 reviews).
What games are like Unreal 2: The Awakening?
In the same spirit: Unreal Tournament 3 Black, Black Mesa and Half-Life.



