Chivalry 2

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"Chivalry II" is a multiplayer medieval battlefield game with epic, film-inspired action. Experience massive 64-player battles, lay siege to castles, and engage in mounted combat. A new subclass system adds variety to your arsenal, allowing for a more tailored and immersive experience in this sequel to the original Chivalry game.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 13,720 reviews

gameplay390 positive mentions

stability206 negative mentions

gameplay
1,047 mentions
37 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Chivalry 2 is characterized by its chaotic and visceral melee combat, which is generally easy to pick up but offers depth for skilled players to master. While many players appreciate the fun and engaging mechanics, they also note issues such as inconsistent hit registration, frustrating team dynamics, and a lack of balance in gameplay, particularly in terms of class effectiveness and server performance. Overall, the game provides an enjoyable experience for casual players, though it may frustrate those seeking a more competitive or polished environment.
- “The mechanics not only reward patience and game sense in both 1v1 and 1vx situations, but also help to create a chaotic atmosphere of medieval warfare.”
- “The gameplay loop is good, it's fun and different enough to be playable for long stretches.”
- “The core gameplay loop of this game is solid, but there are several issues that detract from the overall experience.”
- “There are a lot of ridiculous mechanics in the game.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive but in a bad way.”
- “The mechanics are so inconsistent that it's basically impossible to try to do anything other than spam attacks.”
humor
400 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in "Chivalry II" is widely praised for its slapstick and absurdity, with players frequently finding themselves in hilariously chaotic situations that blend gore with comedic elements. The game features over-the-top voice lines, funny interactions, and a variety of absurd weapons and items, such as chickens and chairs, that contribute to its lighthearted atmosphere. While some players note that the humor can become repetitive or overshadow serious gameplay, the overall consensus is that the game provides a consistently entertaining and funny experience, especially when played with friends.
- “Chivalry II is a slapstick love letter to medieval warfare – hilarious, absurd, and a reminder that chivalry is, indeed, not dead.”
- “The game also injects a sense of humor and absurdity into the proceedings, with over-the-top voice lines and scenarios that lighten the mood amidst the carnage.”
- “It's a fantastic mix of good combat, great music, hilarious wit, and incredible graphics.”
- “The community is generally the foulest, unfunny plankton since the MW2 era, although even that had its moments.”
- “This is Mordhau's twin, with the same toxic community made by those who abuse game mechanics and the typical unfunny trolls.”
graphics
352 mentions
57 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics in Chivalry 2 are widely praised for their impressive detail and immersive medieval atmosphere, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many players note that the visuals are particularly stunning on higher settings, although some have experienced performance issues on lower-end systems. Overall, the game's graphics contribute significantly to its appeal, making it a standout in the medieval combat genre.
- “From sieges to duels, Chivalry 2 nails the medieval atmosphere with impressive graphics and immersive sound design.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and the maps are stunning.”
- “The graphics, art direction, and voice acting are supremely nice compared to other games in its genre.”
- “The graphics have been barely improved, there are no updates, there is a poor choice of weapons and armors.”
- “Absolutely horrid, I have never ever had such a displeasure in my entire life towards any video game and this one in specific takes the cake, their recent update has made this game absolutely unplayable on Steam because you get a stutter no matter what you try via graphical settings.”
- “While the combat is relatively fluid and the graphics don't make me wish to jam pencils into my irises, the visuals are a bit queer.”
stability
216 mentions
4 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is widely criticized, with numerous reports of frequent bugs, crashes, and freezes, even on well-spec'd PCs. Players note that while the gameplay can be enjoyable, the persistent technical issues, including broken mechanics and unreliable servers, significantly detract from the overall experience. Many reviewers express frustration over the lack of timely updates and fixes from the developers, leading to a perception of the game as an unfinished product.
- “The game is so smooth, no crashes; of course, there are some minor visual glitches and bugs, but it's optimized. You don't get that nowadays in games.”
- “Looks good, runs great, minimal issues, feature complete, and while it has microtransactions, that's only to skip the level requirements of buying cool-looking armor.”
- “Great graphics, the game runs great, and there's a decent unlock cosmetic system.”
- “Horrifically mismanaged game with buggy, inconsistent base mechanics.”
- “The developers couldn't care less about their own product; the release of buggy patches happens constantly.”
- “Extremely buggy game, nowhere near a finished product.”
optimization
154 mentions
23 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues such as stuttering, lag, and low frame rates, even on high-end systems. While some users note that the game runs smoothly under certain conditions, the overall sentiment indicates that recent updates have exacerbated these problems, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience. Many players express disappointment in the developers' lack of responsiveness to these ongoing optimization concerns.
- “Game runs with no performance loss on an RTX 3060.”
- “Good optimization, very fun with friends.”
- “Visually the game is a huge step up, the music and audio in this game is fantastic, the story is not there but there is a little lore sprinkled here and there, as for the performance the game runs really well with plenty of options to adjust to best suit your setup.”
- “For a game that's been out for years, I'd expect better performance at this point.”
- “Very little improvements or bug fixing for months and months; promised features never materializing. There has been a stuttering bug that has ruined the game for me for about three months.”
- “The new maps are so unoptimized that you can barely fight; framerates are terrible on high-end rigs, and it's so bad that they even had to put off the newest content due to it straight up failing to work after launch.”
story
113 mentions
15 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely considered minimal and optional, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed single-player campaign. While some appreciate the natural storytelling that emerges from gameplay and the lore present in the environment, others criticize the lack of a cohesive narrative and call for more engaging story modes. Overall, the focus remains on multiplayer combat rather than a rich, immersive storyline.
- “The game's focus is on delivering an authentic medieval warfare experience, where each battle tells its own story of bravery, strategy, and, of course, chaos.”
- “The story feels immersive, the gameplay is addicting, and you can throw your sword at somebody's head.”
- “The story behind the battles is very interesting as well, giving the fights a sense of purpose.”
- “What this game and games of this same genre really deserve is a proper single-player campaign with a full-on story.”
- “They should have spent less time on cosmetics and some of the maps and combined a lot of the maps to have a real campaign for the game, that way players can get a real feel for the story and the game before facing level 900 ranked players.”
- “The efforts, however, fall flat and not even the most veteran of its base know the lore, which is sad; it could be a game that has a mix of hack and slash and story, but fails on both.”
music
84 mentions
42 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the soundtrack as epic and immersive, enhancing the cinematic feel of battles. Some players appreciate the dynamic sound effects and period-appropriate music that heightens the intensity during pivotal moments, while others find the in-game music lacking or forgettable, suggesting that players might enjoy the experience more by playing their own music. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its ability to elevate the gameplay, though opinions vary on its execution and presence during matches.
- “The sound design, voice acting, and soundtrack are top notch.”
- “The OST of this game is perfect, epic, and will keep your blood pumping until your last dying breath!”
- “Battles are climactic and cinematic, the music is intense and fits well with the battles.”
- “The music is non-existent, the gameplay is stale, and I honestly don't think it will last.”
- “The music is lackluster and is never present long enough to enhance the nature of the moment or make the combat feel more visceral.”
- “It's like they hired a pack of howler monkeys and told them to bang on pots and pans to create the soundtrack.”
grinding
61 mentions
5 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
66 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game is generally perceived as excessively grindy, with many players feeling that the time investment required to unlock cosmetics and level up is tedious and disproportionate to the enjoyment of gameplay. While some appreciate the lack of pay-to-win mechanics and find the cooperative content engaging, the overwhelming sentiment is that the grinding detracts from the overall experience, making it feel repetitive and time-consuming.
- “Not too grindy.”
- “Grinding isn't necessary to progress.”
- “There's no grinding - just hours of solid fun for solo sessions or with a party of friends.”
- “They fixed up a bit, but still grindy and obnoxious.”
- “A game with great potential, but squandered by shallow customization, a lack of ranked matchmaking, and grindiness.”
- “You will be farmed by other players who are level 400 plus, and the teams always end up with a bunch of no-lifers farming out the noobs.”
atmosphere
55 mentions
53 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
Chivalry 2 excels in creating an immersive medieval atmosphere, characterized by impressive graphics, detailed sound design, and chaotic yet engaging combat. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke the feeling of historical battles, enhanced by vibrant maps and a variety of interactive elements. However, some users note that the competitive environment can be marred by toxic behavior, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “From sieges to duels, Chivalry 2 nails the medieval atmosphere with impressive graphics and immersive sound design.”
- “The visuals are not only impressive but also contribute to the overall immersion, creating an atmosphere that truly feels like a battlefield ripped from the pages of history.”
- “The atmosphere of the game is what really makes it feel so good, from the massive amount of ordinary objects you can pick up and fight with (candlesticks, bread, branding irons, brooms, logs) to the insane amount of voice lines that can be heard by everyone around you.”
- “They can't be bothered to fix their game and they can't be bothered to enforce anti-cheat measures or reports and continue to cultivate one of the worst atmospheres in competitive gaming.”
- “A few maps do not have the right atmosphere with those spawn points and timers, leading to an incredibly frustrating experience.”
- “It's one thing to run past idle characters not playing the point, that's fine and it happens in a game like this... but if a player is actively sabotaging the game's atmosphere by being a toxic weirdo?”
monetization
36 mentions
8 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
39 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players feeling that the developers prioritize profit over player experience, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. While some microtransactions are cosmetic and can be earned through gameplay, the aggressive monetization tactics and the presence of premium currencies have left players frustrated, especially given the game's existing bugs and stability issues. Overall, the focus on monetization has overshadowed the game's potential, leading to disappointment among the community.
- “Most of this faction's customization is tied to gameplay and not monetization.”
- “Microtransactions are purely for cosmetics.”
- “Good graphics, supports ultrawide, very optimized, lots of customization, lots of weapons, lots of gameplay mechanics, lots of fun, no pay-to-win, barely any microtransactions.”
- “Hope the devs are happy with their cash grab from a game that they could abandon as soon as possible because it was dead on arrival.”
- “The company does not care about you; they only care about getting money. They postpone player-wanted updates to push out cash grab seasonal updates.”
- “That they haven't managed to fix any of these issues over the course of the last year and that there are now speedhacks and other cheats proliferating, but they're choosing to implement the most aggressive, intrusive, and annoying form of monetization, cribbed directly from Call of Duty, is incredibly disappointing.”
replayability
24 mentions
42 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The game is generally regarded as highly replayable, with many players noting its extensive gameplay options, diverse classes, and engaging mechanics that encourage repeated play, especially with friends. While some users express concerns about limited map variety affecting long-term replayability, the overall consensus highlights a fun and addictive experience that can rival other popular multiplayer games. The combination of humor, skill progression, and community dynamics further enhances its replay value.
- “This game has at least 1000 hours of replayability; the gameplay is fantastic, and I've heard its community is less toxic compared to a similar game named Mordhau.”
- “Great game if you enjoy melee FPS style games like Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II, Mordhau, etc. There are pros and cons to each class, and the progression system increases replayability because you unlock sub-classes as you progress.”
- “It warrants highly enjoyable replayability due to the sheer entertainment out of an epic 64-player match.”
- “They ruin the replayability.”
- “Doesn't have much replayability.”
- “I also recommend getting it on a sale, while replayable the relatively small amount of maps doesn't justify the price.”
emotional
23 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players describe the emotional aspect of the game as a mix of wholesome fun and chaotic interactions, often evoking nostalgia and laughter despite moments of frustration. The experience ranges from feeling like a powerful warrior to facing emotional setbacks in competitive scenarios, creating a rollercoaster of feelings that can be both enjoyable and overwhelming. Overall, the game fosters a sense of camaraderie and lightheartedness, even amidst its chaotic gameplay and community challenges.
- “Chivalry 2 is the perfect game for those who have always wanted to live out their medieval battle fantasies, but without the threat of actual injury... unless you count the emotional scars from losing a joust to your best friend.”
- “Goofy, wacky, and even emotional at times.”
- “If the emotional rubber banding between feeling like a death-dealing god among men and getting absolutely brained in insane mosh pits sounds fun, then this is the game for you.”