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12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull

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gameplay, story
grinding, stability
89% User Score Based on 814 reviews

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12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull is a single player casual strategy game with fantasy, comedy and kids themes. It was developed by Jetdogs Studios and was released on June 4, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

In "12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull," players help Hercules tame the great bull wreaking havoc in Crete, while meeting gods, fighting beasts, and building wonders. The game features stunning HD graphics, new wonders to unlock, and extra bonus levels. This is a fun and engaging sequel that will appeal to fans of the first game and newcomers alike.

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 814 reviews
gameplay29 positive mentions
grinding10 negative mentions
  • Engaging and relaxing gameplay that offers hours of fun.
  • Cute graphics and a charming soundtrack enhance the overall experience.
  • New mechanics like hidden puzzle pieces and thieves add variety to the gameplay.
  • Repetitive gameplay can become tedious over time.
  • Some achievements, particularly beating developer scores, can be frustratingly difficult.
  • The story is minimal and lacks depth, making it feel more like a casual mobile game.
  • gameplay
    120 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull" is largely similar to its predecessor, featuring straightforward time management mechanics that involve directing workers to gather resources and complete tasks. While some new elements, such as resource thieves and additional challenges, have been introduced, many players find these changes to be more annoying than innovative, leading to a mixed reception regarding the overall enjoyment and replay value. Overall, the game is considered accessible and casual, appealing to fans of simple strategy games, but may become repetitive over time.

    • “Very enjoyable gameplay, nice art, and a slew of achievements.”
    • “The sequel of 12 labours of hercules brings more levels, increased challenge, and additional game mechanics to this enjoyable time management game.”
    • “It's a fun casual family-friendly game that offers hours of fun gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is boring in the long run; it hasn't changed from the prequel, and it won't for the sequels either.”
    • “They introduced new mechanics that are stupid and annoying, like thieves.”
    • “The gameplay consists of you, the player, directing multiple workers to remove obstacles, collect resources, and construct buildings for additional resources in order to complete the level's goal.”
  • story
    89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in this game is generally considered weak and simplistic, often serving merely as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a central focus. While it draws on Greek mythology and features Hercules on a quest, many players find the narrative confusing, linear, and lacking depth, with some even describing it as an excuse for the game's mechanics. Overall, the story is seen as light and humorous, but not particularly engaging or memorable.

    • “The story is connected with the Cretan bull, providing a light and amusing narrative that complements the gameplay.”
    • “Journey alongside Hercules on a quest after his Cretan bull, while constructing your way effectively level after level.”
    • “I really enjoyed this game; it has beautiful graphics, a beautiful soundtrack, and a nice story.”
    • “The story can be confusing.”
    • “Moreover, the story seems to be all over the place.”
    • “The story in this game is pretty weak and not the central driving force, nor did I find it as interesting as the story in the first title.”
  • graphics
    75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are generally described as cute, colorful, and cartoonish, with a consistent comic art style that appeals to a wide audience. While some reviewers note that the visuals are not groundbreaking and reflect the game's mobile origins, many appreciate the bright and clean aesthetic, as well as the improved HD graphics compared to the previous installment. Overall, the graphics are considered enjoyable and well-suited for the casual gameplay experience.

    • “It has cute and colorful 2.5D graphics and a lovely entertaining soundtrack.”
    • “The artwork from the game is greatly satisfying as it's friendly for all ages.”
    • “Bright and colorful artwork with the same music from the previous game.”
    • “Despite passable graphics, the game's mobile roots show.”
    • “The graphics are exactly the same as the previous one with no apparent advance or additional investment from the artist.”
    • “Otherwise the gameplay has not changed remarkably and the graphics quality is still the same.”
  • music
    69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, described as cute, relaxing, and fitting for the casual gameplay, with some tracks reminiscent of Greek melodies. However, many reviewers noted that the soundtrack largely recycles music from the previous installment, leading to some repetitiveness over extended play. Overall, while the music enhances the game's charm, it may not offer enough variety for players seeking a fresh auditory experience.

    • “The music is just as good as the first game and plays nicely in the background.”
    • “Absolutely great soundtrack, easily the best thing about this game.”
    • “The music is so lovely and relaxing, and for the sales price of around $0.50, I clearly recommend it.”
    • “The music of the game is repetitive, sadly.”
    • “The graphics and music are pretty much the same from the first game, the only change being the narrator is female.”
    • “The story is incredibly bareboned and the musical score is pretty forgettable (I turned it off after a few levels).”
  • replayability
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players finding it highly engaging due to challenges and the pursuit of high scores, while others feel it lacks significant replay value after initial completion. Features like expert modes and collectible challenges enhance replayability for some, but many users report growing bored with the gameplay, leading to a general consensus of low to medium replay value overall.

    • “The fact that it has challenges just adds to the replayability value.”
    • “Levels are replayable, so even if you miss out on something, it could be easily acquired.”
    • “They added thieves, obelisks, puzzle pieces, and birds to hunt, all with the intention of replayability.”
    • “Doesn't have replay value.”
    • “This game has virtually no replayability outside of leaderboards.”
    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
  • humor
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely praised for its humor, described as light-hearted and amusing, with a silly take on Greek mythology. Players find the gameplay entertainingly easy and enjoy the comedic elements, particularly the quirky portrayal of Hercules. While the plot is minimal, the overall sense of humor contributes to a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

    • “It's an easy to play, funny little game.”
    • “The Greek mythology-lite story is pretty dumb, and clearing the levels is hilariously and mockably easy.”
    • “Their isn't much plot, but the game does have a good sense of humor.”
  • grinding
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience. While some enjoy the initial fun and mindless gameplay, many criticize the later stages for becoming tedious and overly reliant on repetitive tasks to unlock achievements or complete objectives. The grind can lead to frustration, with some players ultimately abandoning the game due to its excessive demands.

    • “Contrary to appearances, the game is not tedious and boring if we play at a slightly higher level.”
    • “The sequel forsakes enjoyable mechanics for tedious clicking, transforming once-fun elements into burdens.”
    • “Honestly for the first 3/4 of the game it was some mindless fun and a nice way to pass some time, but the last quarter becomes a bit tedious and elongated as you slowly wait for your resources to trickle in and pool enough to complete the objectives.”
    • “About 10-15 hours of gameplay after which you're likely just grinding to get the last achievement.”
  • emotional
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report a deeply emotional experience with the game, often expressing feelings of joy and sadness, leading to tears and laughter. The narrative and character interactions create a surprising emotional attachment, making it both a source of entertainment and emotional impact. Overall, it is described as an "emotional damage simulator" that resonates strongly with players.

    • “I laughed, I cried, I alt-tabbed.”
    • “But I'm invested emotionally.”
    • “Made me cry all the way through, not for the faint of heart.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is highly praised for its optimization, running smoothly and efficiently, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the opportunity to strategize and optimize their approach to levels, making it particularly appealing for those who enjoy fine-tuning their gameplay.

    • “Good for optimization freaks.”
    • “As with the first 12 Labours of Hercules game, the game is well crafted and runs smoothly.”
    • “I got the most out of my experience when I decided to strategize before each level and optimized my pathing.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game experiences occasional freezing at launch and some bugs during the queueing process, but overall, it is considered stable and bug-free by many users. Despite minor issues, it is praised for its polished presentation and engaging gameplay.

    • “Bug free, as far as I could tell.”
    • “It's competent, bug free, polished, with cute art, entertaining heroic music, decent level design, and a bit of strategy and challenge if you're trying to get all the time-related trophies.”
    • “Again, the game still freezes for half a minute at launch.”
    • “The queueing process is sometimes buggy, but I like this kind of game to spend extra casual time.”
  • monetization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for its intrusive advertising, which resembles tactics commonly found in mobile games, such as fear-of-missing-out promotions. However, players have noted the absence of microtransactions, leading to mixed feelings about the overall monetization approach.

    • “I haven't seen any microtransactions yet either!”
    • “Again, there's advertising on the menu, and it's blatant fear-of-missing-out rubbish like 'get your reward' for some other game.”
    • “Same cow clicker as the last one but now with ads -_- thank jebus for Steam refunds ^_^”
    • “Kinda like some of those mobile game ads.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users noting that it effectively mirrors the game's themes and settings, contributing to an immersive experience. Overall, it has received a positive rating of 74%.

    • “However, what they do is mirror the atmosphere within the game perfectly.”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is praised for its charming and cute designs, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable experience for players.

    • “The character designs are incredibly cute, and I found the overall experience to be very relaxing and enjoyable.”
    • “The depth of character development really adds to the immersive experience of the game.”
    • “I love how each character evolves throughout the story, making their journeys feel meaningful and engaging.”
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12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull is a casual strategy game with fantasy, comedy and kids themes.

12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Phone and others.

On average players spend around 9 hours playing 12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull.

12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull was released on June 4, 2015.

12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull was developed by Jetdogs Studios.

12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

12 Labours of Hercules II: The Cretan Bull is a single player game.

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