Battle Group 2
- June 13, 2014
- Bane Games
- 4h median play time
Get on Steam"Battle Group 2" is a tactical naval warfare game where players command a fleet to defend against alien invaders. With various ships, weapons, and upgrades, strategically engage and destroy enemy forces across diverse missions and challenges. Experience intense battles and protect the world in this immersive action-packed game.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
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Reviews
- The game is a fun arcade experience with engaging gameplay and a variety of ships to upgrade.
- It works well on various platforms, including Steam Deck and touch controls, making it accessible for casual play.
- The graphics and sound design are decent, providing an enjoyable atmosphere for short gaming sessions.
- The game is quite short, with many players finishing it in just a few hours, leading to a lack of replay value.
- There are issues with balancing, particularly in later levels where difficulty spikes can be frustrating.
- The game suffers from repetitive grinding for upgrades and has a simplistic design that may not appeal to those seeking depth.
- story42 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 83 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as simplistic and somewhat silly, lacking depth and a satisfying conclusion, which leaves players feeling that something is missing. While it may appeal to younger audiences with its arcade-style narrative, more mature players may find it lacking in substance and repetitiveness. Overall, the plot serves as a basic backdrop for gameplay rather than a compelling narrative experience.
“Started strong with some interesting mechanics, but then devolved into a repetitious formula during the fights, although a gripping story kept me going through.”
“The story is intentionally late 80's/early 90's coin-op arcade-simple.”
“It has a nice classic feel to the gameplay and even the 'story', though not so deep, may gain some light affection from older audiences.”
“The story is very basic and straightforward, with you dealing with a threat and that's really it.”
“The plot is bare-bones, having only you and your captain facing off against the 'Talon', suspiciously similar to another evil organization.”
“It is a bit short, and it feels a bit incomplete (the way the story ends… something is missing).”
- gameplay30 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as engaging and addictive, featuring simple mechanics reminiscent of classic shooters, with a focus on upgrades and unique ships. While it offers 3-4 hours of content across 31 levels, some players noted a repetitious nature in combat as the game progresses, though the gripping story helps maintain interest. Overall, it delivers a satisfying experience, especially for its low price, but players desire more content and variety.
“Such a sweet looking game with engaging and addicting gameplay.”
“The simple yet enjoyable gameplay is enhanced with a variety of unique ships, each with their own set of upgrades.”
“When it comes to games like these, all that really matters is gameplay, and in that aspect, Battle Group 2 delivers.”
“The gameplay is very simplistic.”
“The gameplay is very simple, consisting of clicking the mouse (you can't steer), and clicking on power-ups or special abilities.”
“Gameplay = missile command style shooter.”
- grinding22 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with players reporting that a significant portion of their playtime is spent on repetitive level grinding to earn currency, which detracts from overall enjoyment. While some players find the grind manageable for achieving completion, many agree that the drop rates and upgrade availability make the experience feel excessive and unchallenging. Overall, the game may appeal to those who enjoy grinding, but it is not recommended for casual players seeking a more balanced experience.
“Firstly, at the time of writing this, I have just under 8 hours of playtime: that equates to 2 hours of making progress and 6 hours of grinding levels over and over in order to earn currency (oil drums).”
“Basically, you can't beat this game without grinding like crazy, and that's not challenging.”
“But as it is, it's not unless you get a kick out of excessive repetitive grinding.”
- graphics22 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as decent to good, with many users appreciating the visuals, particularly the warships, and noting that they run smoothly. While not groundbreaking, the graphics are considered sufficient for the gameplay, contributing to an enjoyable experience. Overall, the visuals are a highlight, enhancing the fun factor of the game despite its simplicity.
“The game boasts some very nice graphics (especially the warships) and some interesting sound design (especially in the menus), and is overall a fun, small game.”
“Great graphics, amazing game.”
“Quick to get into, very nice FHD visuals and a good format.”
“Graphics are decent for a 2D sprite game, but the sound is a bit 'meh'.”
“Graphically, Battle Group 2 is better, but the levels are very short and are only made challenging by the volume of missile spam.”
“It really is a simple game with simple (yet sufficient) graphics and fast-paced, exciting gameplay.”
- replayability14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable for quick sessions and appreciate the progression and challenges, others note a lack of depth and limited replay value beyond achievements. Overall, it offers fun arcade gameplay but may not sustain long-term interest without additional features like a randomness slider.
“Great arcade game, tons of fun, replayable, lots of progression.”
“Replayability = yes (in challenges this game presents)”
“No replay value outside of trying to get achievements.”
“Zero replayability, but worth a quick blast for stress-busting relief.”
“Trying to unlock the more powerful ships added to the replay value.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as pleasant but insufficient, with users noting a lack of a comprehensive soundtrack. Additionally, the backstory is considered somewhat silly, which may detract from the overall experience.
“There is some nice music, but not enough of it.”
“There is a backstory that is a bit silly, and there is no soundtrack (a pity).”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is primarily delivered through some witty dialogue, but overall, the plot is minimal, reflecting the game's focus on arcade-style gameplay rather than narrative depth.
“Some humorous dialogue aside, there really isn’t much to the game’s plot, and with good reason. Battle Group embraces an old arcade style sensibility and is really all about the gameplay.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players have noted that the game's optimization is hindered by poor reload rates for ships, which significantly impacts performance. To remain competitive against escalating enemy challenges, players must prioritize upgrading clip sizes and reload rates early in the game, although the main gun's reload rate remains unchangeable.
“You're going to notice early on that your performance is hampered by the fact that all of your ships have a very poor reload rate. The only way to keep up with the increasing onslaughts from enemies is to upgrade your clip sizes and reload rates to the maximum as early as possible. When I say reload rate, I don't mean the reload rates for your main gun, which cannot be upgraded.”
“You're going to notice early on that your performance is kind of hamstrung by the fact that all of your ships have an absolutely abysmal reload rate. The only way you're going to remotely keep up with the increasing onslaughts that the enemies throw at you is to upgrade your clip sizes and reload rates to the max as early on as you can. And when I say reload rate, I don't mean the reload rates for your main gun, which you cannot upgrade by any means.”
“The optimization in this game is severely lacking. It feels like no matter how much you upgrade, the performance issues persist, making it frustrating to progress.”
“I find the optimization to be a major drawback. The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, especially during intense battles, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- stability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability on Linux, with multiple users reporting a smooth and reliable performance.
“Runs great on Linux.”
