BloodLust 2: Nemesis

75%
Game Brain Score Based on 76 reviews
  • graphics
  • story
  • gameplay
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"BloodLust 2: Nemesis" is a fast-paced, action-packed shooter game set in a sci-fi/horror universe. As the ruthless bounty hunter Valentino, players must fight their way through hordes of nightmarish creatures to defeat their nemesis. With a variety of weapons, upgrades, and abilities to unlock, each playthrough offers a new and exciting challenge.

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  • Windows
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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews
story6 positive mentions
graphics4 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and engaging vampire-themed dungeon crawling experience with a variety of skills and character progression.
  • The world-building and lore are well-developed, providing an immersive atmosphere that fans of the genre will appreciate.
  • Despite its rough edges, the game has a dedicated developer who actively updates and responds to community feedback, showing promise for future improvements.
  • The game suffers from clunky controls, outdated animations, and repetitive dungeon designs, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • Many mechanics and systems are poorly explained, leading to confusion and frustration for players trying to understand gameplay elements.
  • The presence of 'The Wraith' mechanic is seen as an annoying interruption rather than an engaging challenge, impacting the flow of gameplay.
  • graphics17 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are reminiscent of mid-2000s titles, lacking the polish and detail of modern AAA games. While some appreciate the unique aesthetic and atmospheric environments, others criticize the clunky animations and overall visual quality, suggesting that improvements are needed to elevate the experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as serviceable but not impressive, reflecting the limitations of a small indie development team.

    • “You won't get AAA graphics, but I find lots of locations in the game, including the randomly generated ones, quite atmospheric.”
    • “Graphics are unique in their own way and the grind is fun.”
    • “Honestly, I love the environment design.”
    • “The graphics aren't going to blow you away.”
    • “Clunky gameplay, ugly graphics, embarrassing animations, a dry and boring environment with no fun to be had.”
    • “The character graphics somehow look worse than the first game, which was done years ago.”
  • story15 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its fresh narrative and immersive setting, while others find it lacking depth and coherence. The inclusion of the wraith adds an interesting element, but many feel that the story concludes too abruptly and that certain quest hints can be vague or misleading. Overall, while the character development and quest design are praised, the execution leaves room for improvement.

    • “I enjoyed exploring the city and completing quests to develop my standing with the ruling vampire clans.”
    • “I thought this game was awesome! The story was great, the gameplay was great, the mechanics were great... some things are a little bit wonky, but it doesn’t discount the credit this developer deserves!”
    • “The few NPCs I've come to talk to in my short playthrough had a good bit of character in them. It is clear that there is a good story around the journey of your main character that has enough mystery to make you want to discover more. The game nails down the setting they've made, and I've enjoyed seeing a bit of variety in enemies right from the start.”
    • “Certain hints and tips alluding to main story line missions could be vague or misleading.”
    • “My main criticism is that the end of the story comes too soon.”
    • “I really hate the story, although it is a fresh story.”
  • gameplay11 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a lack of clear explanations for mechanics and a janky execution that includes clunky controls and poor graphics. While some appreciate the ambition and potential of the game, highlighting features like hidden doors and improved alchemy, others find the overall experience frustrating and lacking polish. Despite its flaws, a few players still enjoy the gameplay, suggesting that with further refinement, it could reach its full potential.

    • “I think it has multiple good mechanics such as hidden doors, locked/trapped containers, intimidation (an improvement from the first game), sire tree (little idle farming action), better alchemy, and others.”
    • “I thought this game was awesome; the story was great, the gameplay was great, the mechanics were great... some things are a little bit wonky, but it doesn’t discount the credit this developer deserves!”
    • “It is similar to the first Bloodlust in a lot of ways, which is to be expected in a sequel, but at the same time, the gameplay itself is smoother to me.”
    • “For starters, the game does a very poor job of explaining the mechanics.”
    • “Things are poorly explained, and while the game is insanely ambitious with what it's trying to do, it never really sticks the landing on most of its mechanics.”
    • “Clunky gameplay, ugly graphics, embarrassing animations, a dry and boring environment with no fun to be had.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is a compelling blend of gothic and cyberpunk elements, featuring dark horror themes and a variety of atmospheric locations, including randomly generated ones. While the graphics may not be AAA quality, the immersive setting and engaging sound design contribute to a captivating experience, despite some music feeling reminiscent of Skyrim.

    • “It's got a good atmosphere and dark horror themes throughout a gothic/cyberpunk universe.”
    • “You won't get AAA graphics, but I find lots of locations in the game, including the randomly generated ones, quite atmospheric.”
    • “I also love the atmosphere, although in some places the music feels too... 'Skyrim'-ish.”
    • “The atmosphere feels like a mix of VtMB1 and Diablo.”
    • “The atmosphere is hindered by the random loot system, forcing players to dig around for items to progress.”
    • “I appreciate the atmosphere, but in some areas, the music feels too reminiscent of Skyrim.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding in the game manageable but occasionally cumbersome during extended sessions. While it features typical dungeon crawler mechanics, the engaging story and well-designed world make the grinding feel worthwhile. Overall, the game balances grinding with enjoyable elements like hidden doors and improved mechanics, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “It's nothing you cannot overcome with enough grinding and equipment management, but it gets cumbersome on those longer stretches.”
    • “The game itself has the general grinding you would expect within any dungeon crawler, but with a great story and a well-designed world, this is definitely a game worth purchasing.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game's optimization has been criticized heavily, with users reporting significant performance issues that render it nearly unplayable. While some players found ways to improve performance through research, the overall consensus is that the game has become poorly optimized compared to its earlier state.

    • “After some research on how to improve the game's performance, it became a gem of a game.”
    • “The optimization options allowed me to tailor the graphics and performance to my system, making for a smoother experience.”
    • “I was impressed by how the developers prioritized optimization, resulting in minimal lag and a seamless gameplay experience.”
    • “As of now, it's an unplayable piece of garbage, which is surprising because it wasn't that laggy and jumpy before. But today, it's so badly optimized that you would rather play Vampyr or Vampire: The Masquerade 1 than this.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in both games effectively captures the goth aesthetic, complemented by an excellent soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere. However, some players feel that certain tracks resemble the style of Skyrim, which may detract from the unique experience.

    • “Both games nail the goth aesthetic, complete with an excellent soundtrack.”
    • “I also love the atmosphere; although in some places, the music feels too 'Skyrim'-ish.”
    • “I also love the atmosphere, although in some places the music feels too much like Skyrim.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game is plagued by numerous bugs and outdated systems, which detracts from its overall stability; however, the enjoyment it provides has led some players to invest in the sequel.

    • “It was buggy as hell, many of its systems were antiquated, but I enjoyed it enough to buy the second game.”
  • character development1 mentions

    The reviews indicate a significant dissatisfaction with character design, suggesting that it detracts from the overall character development experience.

    • “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
    • “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices that affect character growth throughout the game.”
    • “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evolve, leaving the story feeling flat.”
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