>>11862735
Completely spot on thread. The story of SH2 was written mostly by the SH2 fans, which distorted things, and hides that it didn't make that much of a splash upon release, and it's sales were subpar, leading to the decline of the series. And the lack of urgency, action, and slow start, leading to poor word of mouth, are a major aspect. The introduction of the game should have been shuffled around so it doesn't front load so many long boring talking and running scenes, and then two large confusing areas to explore. It just doesn't make a good impression.