Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis

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Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis is a single player puzzle game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Cryo Interactive and was released on April 17, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and negative reviews from players.

In Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis, play as Ten, a descendant of the original hero, Seth, as you embark on a Point&Click adventure across breathtaking destinations like Tibet, Ireland, China, and Yucatan. With 360° vision technology and ultra-realistic 3D characters, your quest leads you to fight your mortal twin and uncover the powers of light. This is a mobile adaptation of the PC version, offering a unique experience for players.

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29%

Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

story5 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game has a nostalgic charm with beautiful music and scenery that evokes fond childhood memories.
For those looking for a simple point-and-click experience, it can still provide some enjoyment despite its flaws.
The storyline and exploration of different cultures add an interesting element to the game.

Most of the original puzzles and cutscenes have been removed, making the game feel incomplete and overly simplified.
The graphics and interface have not been modernized, resulting in a clunky and outdated experience.
This version is a poor port from mobile, lacking the depth and challenge that made the original game enjoyable.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it vague and lacking substance, while others appreciate its supernatural elements and enjoyable narrative. Many feel that the absence of challenging puzzles detracts from the overall immersion, reducing the experience to a mere visual journey. Despite its flaws, some players still find the storyline and accompanying music appealing, though it may not meet the expectations set by its thematic inspirations.
- “The game has a nice storyline and the animation in between is interesting too.”
- “The game is old but has a very good story and the most beautiful music.”
- “Hopefully the other games in the series will also be released on Steam, especially the lost tales, which makes the story easier to understand if you're new to the series.”
- “Sadly, in the Steam version, the puzzles are too often solved for you, making the game just a travelogue through the decent graphics, storyline, and music for the time (2000).”
- “The storyline and setting have no peculiar charm that I would expect out of some sort of Atlantis-based story.”
- “Though the story overall remains, I wouldn't recommend.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis" are widely criticized for being outdated, resembling visuals from the late 90s without any options for resolution or customization. While some players find the graphics decent and enjoyable in the context of the game's nostalgic appeal, many agree that they fall short of modern standards, with complaints about low quality and missing animations. Overall, the visuals are seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis is a point & click fantasy adventure game using the Omni3D graphics engine, which had a few really good adventure games back in the late 90s.”
- “The story was very supernatural, full of puzzles and challenges. It may have old-school graphics, but it was fun and enjoyable.”
- “The graphics are not the best but still enjoyable.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- “Graphics are awful.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is frequently praised for its beauty and nostalgic value, with many players highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. However, some reviews note that the limited variety of music and the lack of immersive gameplay due to simplified puzzles detract from its impact. Overall, while the soundtrack remains a highlight, the game's execution leaves some players wanting more.
- “The music, scenery, and story are still nice, but without the puzzles, it's just not as immersive.”
- “My favorite thing about this game was the soundtrack.”
- “After 15 years, still one of the most beautiful games in scenery and music I have ever played.”
- “Sadly, in the Steam version, the puzzles are too often solved for you, making the game just a travelogue through the decent graphics, storyline, and music for the time (2000).”
- “Missing scenes, completely different menu/icon/dialogue design, different music, terrible camera controls, hints everywhere; it is so terrible.”
- “No graphical improvements, only one music in each stage.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received largely negative feedback, with many users criticizing its lack of compelling mechanics and poor animations. While some players find occasional enjoyment, the overall consensus is that the game fails to capture the spirit of its predecessor, resulting in a tedious experience that struggles to maintain player interest.
- “I have those and still enjoy the gameplay every once in a while.”
- “While some games can stand the test of time with great gameplay and interaction, this fails completely at holding attention.”
- “Most puzzles that were challenging are removed, the animations are poor, and the gameplay is horrible.”
- “Some games (like The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD, for example) have successfully streamlined unpopular mechanics and quests, but this project has effectively replaced the spirit of the original game with a brainless bastardization.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is positively received, with users highlighting its quality and the engaging puzzles that enhance the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and detailed environments create a captivating atmosphere.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with a unique ambiance that enhances the overall experience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to the lack of engaging cutscenes and the presence of pre-solved puzzles, which detract from the challenge. Additionally, certain tasks, like searching for stars in the island maze, are described as tedious and unenjoyable, contributing to an overall sense of monotony.
- “Searching for the stars on the island maze in Xibalba is frustrating, and the experience in China is just tedious.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is criticized for running in DOSBox with no support for widescreen aspect ratios or modern display resolutions, resulting in a locked 4:3 format. Additionally, it has not been updated to function smoothly on contemporary gaming PCs.

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Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis is a puzzle game with fantasy theme.

Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis.

Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis was released on April 17, 2015.

Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis was developed by Cryo Interactive.

Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Atlantis 2: Beyond Atlantis is a single player game.

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