Battle High 2 A+
- December 14, 2017
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Battle High 2 A+" is a 2D anime-style fighting game where players compete as high school students with unique abilities. Matches take place in various school locations, with a range of game modes including story, arcade, and multiplayer. The game features a robust combo system and a variety of special moves to master.
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Reviews
- The combo and meter system is creative and flexible, allowing for fun and engaging gameplay.
- The game offers a diverse cast of characters, each with unique movesets and story endings, enhancing replayability.
- At its low price point, the game provides a decent amount of content and is enjoyable for both casual and experienced players.
- The technical implementation is poor, with clunky controls, low-quality graphics, and a lack of polish that detracts from the overall experience.
- There is no online multiplayer mode, limiting the game's appeal for those looking to play with friends remotely.
- Audio issues and inconsistent volume levels during matches, along with a lack of training options, hinder the gameplay experience.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it janky and unsatisfying due to poor handling and responsiveness, while others appreciate its smooth execution and unique mechanics that allow for creative combos. Despite some balance issues and a lack of polish, many agree that the gameplay can be enjoyable and engaging, particularly for those who appreciate a fighting game with both easy and challenging elements.
“Really fun fighting game with easy execution but hard combos are still there and unique system mechanics.”
“Other than that, the gameplay is actually very smooth.”
“With an open combo system and some neat mechanics, you can get some neat juggle and link combos done that are satisfying to pull off.”
“It's janky and unsatisfying to play... and any experienced gamer will tell you, the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
“Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing.”
“Gameplay consists of button mashing to pull off combos (weakly).”
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users criticizing the low-quality artwork that combines retro pixel art with amateurish designs reminiscent of MS Paint. While some appreciate the unique art style, the overall visual presentation is deemed subpar, lacking polish and professionalism, which detracts from the gaming experience.
“I like the art style they chose here, both for the pixel art and the still/panel art.”
“The art style is unique, the combat feels good, and you cannot beat the price.”
“Lastly, while stage artwork appears smooth, the sprites are roughly pixelated.”
“The artwork here is terrible; it's a blend of old retro pixel art used as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics, and some of the most amateurish MS Paint style drawings I've ever seen.”
“It's unclear if this is due to a lack of budget to hire someone who can do graphics properly, or a lack of talent. Regardless, the overall visual quality of the game is extremely low as a result of these decisions.”
“Graphics and presentation: oh no... oh no, this game looks awful!”
- story8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game features a diverse cast of 15 fighters, each with unique movesets and individual storylines that are revealed through arcade mode and ending scenes. While the characters' backstories add depth to their appearances, the overall narrative is described as somewhat messy, lacking cohesion despite the distinctiveness of each character's journey.
“A cast of 15 diverse fighters, all with their own unique movesets, story endings, and color swaps.”
“While the characters likely won't be your favorite fighters ever, they are all distinct from flair to craziness, and their backstories help further flesh out their appearances in many situations.”
“Story: as a fighting game, each character has their own story in arcade mode, but it's kind of messy.”
“Every character has story elements sprinkled throughout their playthrough and ending scenes when you beat their final opponent.”
- music8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally perceived as underwhelming and forgettable, with players noting a lack of memorable tracks and low volume during gameplay. While there are two music tracks for each character, the overall sound design feels basic, leading to a muted audio experience that fails to enhance the game's atmosphere.
“Another standout point is there are two music tracks for each of the 15 characters.”
“The audio seems fine in the menu, pause screen, etc., but during matches, the music volume plummets.”
“Sound and soundtrack: wow, talk about basic.”
“The music is so mute and forgettable it felt like there was none.”
“I have my music volume set to twice the value of the voices and sound effects, yet I can hardly hear the music during matches.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users generally find the game's replayability lacking, citing a significant absence of engaging content or activities to encourage multiple playthroughs.
“Replayability: there is nothing to do.”
“The game lacks any meaningful choices that would encourage multiple playthroughs.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a stable experience with no crashes, bugs, or glitches, indicating strong performance and compatibility across platforms.
“I also never had a crash or ran into any bugs, stuttering, sound problems, or visual glitches.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is highly optimized, with players reporting smooth performance and no issues such as crashes, bugs, stuttering, or visual glitches during gameplay.
“During my playtime, I experienced no issues with performance.”
“The game runs smoothly on my system, showcasing excellent optimization.”
“I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate even in intense scenarios.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the pixel art and character designs are praised for their quality and variety, the reviews suggest that the character development may be lacking, particularly in relation to the game's stages.
“The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with anyone in the story.”
“I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; there was no real growth or transformation.”
“Despite the interesting premise, the characters remain one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the game.”
