An improved sequel with more playable classes, deeper loot and refined mechanics. Co-op remains excellent and content is more generous. The definitive action RPG on PS2, surpassing the first entry in every respect.
Your verdict
Category
Action RPG4 players12+
Co-op
Description
A 2004 sequel developed by Black Isle that broadens the formula with five playable classes, deeper loot and a rune system for weapon customization. Couch co-op remains one of the standout draws of this isometric adventure.
Baldur's Gate - Dark Alliance II review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾2,2 GB📅20/01/2004
Published by Vivendi Universal Games
Baldur's Gate - Dark Alliance II (PS2) price, value & rarity
A direct sequel to the D&D hack and slash, fleshing out classes, skills and settings without upending the first's cooperative formula. Still common in the West, its interest lies in the continuity of a well-liked line rather than scarcity. An accessible piece for anyone wanting to extend the cooperative action-RPG adventure on the console.
Better with friends
A sequel to the two-player co-op dungeon, richer in classes, skills and gear to share. The cooperation deepens: combining powers and reviving each other becomes vital against craftier hordes. The shared adventure, punctuated by little spats over loot splitting, weaves a delightful camaraderie you gladly carry from session to session.
Is Baldur's Gate - Dark Alliance II still worth playing in 2026?
Released in 2004 on PS2, Black Isle's project extends the first Dark Alliance formula with a cast widened to five characters, richer skill trees and a more political narration. The Forgotten Realms art direction gains coherence and the dynamic lighting remains convincing. The split screen coop keeps all its effectiveness, and combat gains liveliness. The structure stays linear. Recommended today for Dungeons and Dragons fans, for Black Isle devotees curious about the studio's swan song and for PS2 collectors fond of strongly licensed hack and slash on Sony's second home console hardware globally.
