Red Faction II takes place long after the events of the original game, where a new group has taken over and seeks revenge against Chancellor Sopot, who created the Red Faction soldiers using nano technology. The player's goal is to take back freedom and escape alive.
The gameplay in Red Faction II focuses on destruction and exploration. Using Geo-Mod, the game builds a dynamic environment that can be destroyed with various weapons. This allows players to blast through walls, delete security keys, and destroy enemies by removing the floor they stand on. Vehicles are also available for transportation and combat.
The game features multiplayer modes for up to four players and a collection of bots, although it's worth noting that the PC version lacks online multiplayer capabilities.