Buriedbornes2 -Dungeon RPG-

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Buriedbornes2 is a turn-based dungeon RPG that is easy to pick up and play. It features permadeath, procedurally generated dungeons, and various character classes with unique abilities. The game offers a challenging and engaging experience for both newcomers and seasoned RPG fans.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 407 reviews

gameplay15 positive mentions

monetization8 negative mentions

Buriedbornes 2 expands on the original with improved mechanics, deeper gameplay, and a more engaging experience overall.
The game features no intrusive ads, allowing for a more enjoyable and uninterrupted gaming experience.
Players appreciate the complexity and variety in character builds, making each run feel unique and rewarding.

The limited skill usage mechanic is frustrating, as it can lead to situations where players run out of options mid-combat.
The user interface can be overwhelming and cluttered, making it difficult for players to navigate and understand the mechanics.
Some players feel that the game lacks sufficient explanation and tutorials, leading to confusion about its many systems.

gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
62%
8%
The gameplay of Buriedbornes 2 is rich and complex, offering a variety of mechanics that encourage strategic adaptation and character customization, though it can be overwhelming for new players due to its steep learning curve and translation issues. While many players appreciate the depth and improvements over the original, some express frustration with certain mechanics, such as skill consumption and unclear explanations, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, the game is praised for its engaging turn-based RPG elements and replayability, making it a compelling sequel for fans of the genre.
- “It is incredibly dense with mechanics, and you will drown in the overwhelming detail while naively thinking you know what's going on, constantly looking at the help context menus to learn.”
- “Very deep gameplay, with many upgrades from the first game, and lots to do and discover.”
- “The gameplay itself is fast, fun, and very enjoyable.”
- “It is incredibly dense with mechanics and you will drown in the overwhelming detail while naively thinking you know what's going on, looking at the help context menus constantly to learn.”
- “Between translation errors, countless status effects/buffs/conditions flying about during battle, and unclear mechanics with limited explanation, it takes some getting used to.”
- “Running out of skill uses is a terrible, stupid mechanic and this game sucks because of it.”
monetization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
7%
57%
The monetization aspect of the game is highly praised, with users noting the absence of intrusive ads and a focus on providing a rewarding experience without aggressive monetization tactics. Players appreciate that ads are optional and primarily for small rewards, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay. Overall, the game is commended for prioritizing player enjoyment over monetization.
- “Great game and no ads unless you want some small rewards.”
- “Amazing and incredibly deep solo dev game with almost no monetization and no time gating.”
- “The first priority isn't monetization, it's simply making a great experience.”
- “No pay to win, endless advertisement breaks, just a great game for RPG nerds.”
- “Amazing and incredibly deep solo dev game with almost no monetization and no timegating.”
- “Just as fun as the first game and no annoying ads (yet).”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
9%
27%
The music in the game is generally praised for its beauty and enhancement of the overall experience, though some players find it repetitive compared to the original game's soundtrack. While the new music and sound effects are appreciated, there are calls for more variety, particularly in dungeons, and a desire for the return of classic tracks from the first game. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, but some players feel it falls short of the high bar set by its predecessor.
- “The soundtrack is beautiful and the artwork of the new events, enemies, and bosses are perfection; I would recommend it!”
- “Beautiful music, and if you're in a dungeon, turn your phone sideways as a little treat.”
- “Those music tracks are some of the best ever, including the boss ones and enemy encounters.”
- “Some of the different races/classes are less fun to use than others, and the music can be repetitive.”
- “The music and sound effects are underwhelming, and the UI is also a bit too big, in my opinion.”
- “Would you guys ever consider adding an option to have the old music play?”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with many praising the beautiful artwork, particularly for new events, enemies, and bosses, while others report frustrating graphical bugs and issues that hinder gameplay. Some players appreciate the retro dark fantasy aesthetic, but there are calls for improvements in overall graphic quality and more detailed location artwork. Despite these concerns, the visual elements are generally seen as an upgrade from the original game.
- “The soundtrack is beautiful and the artwork of the new events, enemies, and bosses are perfection; I would recommend it!”
- “I played the first game and have to say that the anticipation for the second one was not a letdown. I like the new effects and monster artworks along with the music.”
- “Its mournfully retro dark fantasy aesthetic has kept me spellbound as well.”
- “I get graphical bugs, and I made it into one of the parts when the dungeon kicked up the enemy spawn, and then essentially the dungeon map froze on me and wouldn't let me move. A little frustrating because I had seven treasure chests and the bunny guy was right there. But overall, this one is better than the original in my opinion, and I love it.”
- “The only complaints I have are the steep learning curve, mostly through experience, okayish graphics, and messy translations.”
- “I want to play, but all the graphic icons/images are all rectangles and blue. It's unplayable, please fix.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The story in Buried Bornes 2 has received mixed feedback, with players appreciating the improved narrative and art but expressing a desire for more depth and expansion, particularly regarding faction quests. While some find the gameplay engaging, others feel that the storyline lacks clarity and depth, suggesting that additional plot elements would enhance the overall experience.
- “I love the new skills, and the improved story, but the gameplay is like a less enjoyable version of the original... what I really enjoyed about BB1 was the endless progression, getting stronger with each dungeon floor.”
- “Art and music and story are all good too.”
- “The game is great, but I really wish they expanded the story with things like how certain factions have a main quest. Overall, Buried Bornes 2 is one of the best games I have played in a while.”
- “When I saw it at first, I was like, 'Eww, nope, I can't play this,' but when I played it for 5 minutes, I got captivated. No bugs, smooth interface, but I don't know if there is a storyline or if it's just endless adventures.”
- “A bit more (any) plot would be nice.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express mixed feelings about grinding in the game, noting that while the second installment offers a larger world and more diverse content to unlock through grinding, it can still feel excessive and repetitive, especially when compared to the first game. The need to grind for one-time-use items and the trial-and-error nature of some tasks detracts from the overall enjoyment, despite improvements in versatility and structure.
- “In this game, grinding for faction to only purchase items that have a one-time use does not feel rewarding.”
- “Just a lot of grinding and trial and error.”
- “Some things are better, but the corpse part grinding is significantly worse.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits notable stability issues, including frequent glitches and bugs that can disrupt gameplay, such as invincibility buffs during boss fights and freezing when entering certain areas. While these problems can often be resolved by reloading the game, they remain a frustrating aspect for players. Despite these stability concerns, many reviewers still consider it an improvement over its predecessor.
- “As a slight negative, I am finding some glitches and bugs that are pretty annoying. For instance, the gluttony fight in the temple will glitch out sometimes, and the boss's invincibility buffs will stay permanently on it, making it completely impossible to damage. Reloading the game will fix this, but sometimes you have to reload the game multiple times during the fight to get it to work correctly.”
- “Game freezes every time I enter the 10th floor boss in the temple dungeon.”
- “Buggy at the moment, but a good follow-up to a sleeper hit roguelike with a ton of depth and content.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The game offers extensive character build and optimization options, but this often requires significant grinding due to the lab parts being tied to specific races and classes. However, players on lower-end Android devices, particularly those using Android 9, report severe performance issues, including missing graphics and frequent crashes, indicating a need for better optimization and bug fixes.
- “Fun game, but needs performance optimization and bug fixes; it crashed repeatedly, and I had to reset the game data.”
- “I'm very excited about the game; however, I think it's facing optimization problems on lower Android devices. I'm using Android 9, and images for skills, equipment, and room contents are just blue squares, and now it's just a black screen. I'm really disappointed and have been rooting for the game for so long.”
- “There's a lot of build and optimization you can do to your character, but this also means a lot of grind since lab parts are tied to each race/class.”
- “I'm very excited about the game; however, I think it's facing optimization problems on lower Android devices. I'm using Android 9, and images for skills, equipment, and room contents are just blue squares. Now it's just a black screen. I'm really disappointed, having rooted for the game for so long, and I just don't know what to do. Should I reinstall or change devices?”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's atmosphere has significantly improved from its predecessor, creating a unique and immersive experience. Players appreciate the dark tone, making it a compelling choice for fans of turn-based dungeon crawlers.
- “Overall, this game has made some great changes in tone and atmosphere from the first.”
- “The atmosphere is a thing of its own.”
- “If you like turn-based dungeon crawlers with a dark atmosphere, it's worth a shot!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently highlight the game's exceptional replayability, noting that its engaging gameplay encourages multiple playthroughs. Many reviewers emphasize that the game offers a high level of replay value, making it enjoyable to revisit.
- “Great gameplay and replayability.”
- “Has insane replayability.”
- “Lots of replayability as well.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development is praised for its engaging design, diverse skill selection, and the variety of monsters encountered, all of which contribute to an entertaining gameplay experience.
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to truly shape their heroes' abilities and personalities.”
- “I love how the choices I make during the game impact my character's growth and relationships with others.”
- “The variety of skills and customization options makes each character feel unique and tailored to my playstyle.”