Crackdown 2 is a sandbox-style third-person shooter video game developed by Ruffian Games and published by Microsoft Game Studios. It was released on Xbox 360 in July 2010 and is a direct sequel to the 2007 video game Crackdown.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play Crackdown 2 on PC, Mac or Linux?
Nothing covers Windows, macOS and Linux yet.
What's the best way to play Crackdown 2 today?
Start with Crackdown 2 Recomp. It's still in progress.
Is Crackdown 2 Recomp still being worked on?
It's slowed down. The last commit landed in August 2026.
Who's behind Crackdown 2 Recomp?
Crackdown 2 Recomp is made by Matthew.
Do I need the original game?
You need your own copy of Crackdown 2. Projects rebuild the game's code, not its art, audio or levels, so they read those from the copy you already own.