inFAMOUS™ Second Son

inFAMOUS™ Second Son

July 28, 2014
Sony Interactive Entertainment
4.6/5.0(134,727 reviews)

Genres

ActionAdventure

Themes

superheromodernurbanexplorationdarkpolitical

Mechanics

open-worldreal-timeexplorationparkourplatformingcombatranged-combatmelee-combatskill-treeslevelingcollectibleshidden-secretschoice-basedmultiple-endingsstory-driven

About This Game

Sucker Punch's open world casts a conduit loose in a near-future Seattle, where the hook is power itself: each ability you absorb, smoke, neon, and more, transforms traversal and combat, and a karma system nudges the city's response to how you use them. Movement across rooftops is the game's real joy.

Critical reception was warm rather than rapturous, praising the traversal, the visual polish, and the sense of feeling genuinely superpowered, while flagging a short runtime and open-world activities that repeat. It also serves as an accessible entry to the inFAMOUS series, needing no knowledge of the earlier games. Teen-rated and accessible, it is the pick for power fantasy over scale, best for players who want a compact, stylish open world they can breeze through. Rated Teen.

Highlights

  • Engaging open-world gameplay with a dynamic environment
  • Unique powers that can be upgraded and personalized
  • A compelling narrative with strong moral choices
  • Stunning graphics showcasing the beauty of Seattle
  • Diverse range of enemies and challenges
  • Thought-provoking themes around governance and rebellion
  • Interactive NPCs that react to player decisions
  • Immersive sound design and soundtrack enhancing the atmosphere

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person

Time to Beat

Main story:16h
Completionist:22h

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

inFAMOUS Second Son - PS5 Gameplay | 4K 60FPS HDR

DLC & Editions

Infamous: Second Son - Cole's Legacy
Infamous: Second Son - Cole's Legacydlc
Infamous: Second Son - Paper Trail
Infamous: Second Son - Paper Traildlc

inFAMOUS™ Second Son — Frequently Asked Questions

Is inFAMOUS™ Second Son worth playing?
inFAMOUS™ Second Son is well received by players, holding an average score of 4.6 out of 5 across 134,727 reviews.
How long does it take to beat inFAMOUS™ Second Son?
inFAMOUS™ Second Son takes around 16 hours for the main story and about 22 hours to fully complete.
Is inFAMOUS™ Second Son single-player or multiplayer?
inFAMOUS™ Second Son supports single player.
What platforms is inFAMOUS™ Second Son available on?
inFAMOUS™ Second Son is available on PS4.
When did inFAMOUS™ Second Son release?
inFAMOUS™ Second Son released on July 28, 2014.
What is inFAMOUS™ Second Son's age rating?
inFAMOUS™ Second Son carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.