Creeper World 2 Anniversary Edition

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Deceptively simple... amazingly deep. Creeper World 2 thrusts you into the 14th millennium fighting and enemy that flows and oozes through the terrain. Employ advanced weapons,gravity manipulating repulsors, wormhole like rifts, and your own wit against this never yielding enemy. Excavate terrain, unearth techs, crystals, remnants and other artifacts. Face a new mechanical enemy that employs gravi…

Play Modes

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

Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 293 reviews

story25 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Creeper World 2 introduces a unique side-view perspective that adds depth to the gameplay, allowing for new strategies and mechanics.
The game features a variety of challenging missions and player-made levels, providing significant replay value and opportunities for creative problem-solving.
The fluid mechanics and resource management create an engaging experience, with a satisfying sense of progression as players build defenses and push back against the creeper.

The difficulty spikes significantly in the later levels, particularly level 13, which can lead to frustration and require excessive trial and error.
Some players feel that the game lacks the depth and logistical complexity of its predecessors, making it less engaging for fans of the series.
The graphics and user interface may feel dated compared to modern standards, which could detract from the overall experience for some players.

story
116 mentions
22 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The story in this game is generally considered engaging, with a more robust narrative and character development compared to its predecessor, though some players find it less compelling than the third installment. While early missions are manageable and enjoyable, many reviewers note a significant difficulty spike in the later stages, particularly in mission 13, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, the game is praised for its unique mechanics and the depth it adds to the lore, making it a worthwhile addition to the series for fans of the genre.
- “The story is also far more robust with new characters and a lot more expansion into the lore of the game world and what we're dealing with.”
- “The music, atmosphere, story, and gameplay all present a game that keeps me coming back.”
- “I still think that this game was a necessary addition to the Creeper World series, because of the compelling story it has.”
- “The plot is dumber than in the first game, not as interesting mechanically, arguably worse presentation.”
- “Creeper World 2 is a different game, even though it continues the story of before and uses the same fluid dynamics for enemy creation.”
- “Unfortunately, I will not be getting the backstory as the second last level is either broken or far beyond my capability to complete.”
gameplay
69 mentions
33 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Creeper World 2 offers a fresh perspective and introduces new mechanics while maintaining the core elements of the series, such as resource management and strategic defense against the creeping threat. Players appreciate the deeper strategic possibilities and the engaging, fast-paced gameplay, although some find certain levels frustratingly difficult or gimmicky. Overall, the game is seen as a satisfying evolution of its predecessors, with a mix of familiar and innovative gameplay elements that keep players invested.
- “Amazing tower defense game with a great story and mechanics.”
- “Overall, the gameplay is extremely satisfying, and the potential for strategy is even deeper than the first game.”
- “The classic Knucklecracker gameplay depth is there, with multiple systems to manage, gravity, depth, a variety of weapons and systems, and levels that end up being more like puzzles.”
- “What I hate the most is levels with gimmicky mechanics and railroaded solutions which just waste your time with trial-and-error until you get them just right - no save/load functionality by the way, you made a misstep after a long setup - consider your time wasted.”
- “Creeper World 2 is much harder to master, but still follows the same mechanics.”
- “As with the first game, gameplay is repetitive, and multiplayer is non-existent which harms an RTS's longevity.”
graphics
18 mentions
17 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players finding them simplistic and tedious, while others appreciate the nostalgic pixel art style and improved visuals in the anniversary edition. Despite being an older title, the game maintains a smooth performance and offers a pleasant aesthetic, though occasional glitches detract from the experience. Overall, while the graphics may not impress everyone, many agree that the focus on gameplay and strategic depth compensates for any visual shortcomings.
- “The anniversary edition includes new and brighter unit graphics, increased resolution background images, as well as a great deal of strategic depth and complexity.”
- “The game offers some nice graphics and environments; although there are some ugly glitches here and there, it is pleasant all the same and has a really great aesthetic.”
- “Its focus on simple graphics but compelling gameplay gives you hours of challenge.”
- “I'm not opposed to the change in perspective, I just find the visuals a bit tedious.”
- “I wasn't impressed by CW2's mechanics or graphics.”
- “The graphics are not great, even for when it was new.”
music
16 mentions
56 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience, with many noting that the new tracks surpass those from the previous version. While some users mention a limited number of songs, the overall atmosphere created by the soundtrack is described as engaging and relaxing. However, a few critiques highlight that the music settings could be improved, and some tracks may not resonate with all players.
- “The music, atmosphere, story, and gameplay all present a game that keeps me coming back.”
- “The music is quite good, with new tracks made for the game compared to the flash version, and somehow I find myself not using my own music player to listen to something else.”
- “You’ll quickly get comfortable with the gameplay and the music is top-notch good stuff!”
- “You won't find many songs to listen to, but I did find them much better background noise compared to the droning in the first game.”
- “The music settings are as bad as the first part and the music is bad at times.”
- “It certainly passes the indie game with a decent enough music threshold I have.”
replayability
5 mentions
80 % positive mentions
-40 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Players find the game to have strong replayability due to its engaging mechanics, including gravity effects and tactical gameplay elements that enhance the experience. The inclusion of a random map creator further boosts replay value, allowing players to continually challenge themselves and improve their performance. Overall, the game is described as addictive and enjoyable, encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “Its a fun little game that has pretty good replay value.”
- “Good replay value as you try to beat your best times.”
- “There is a random map creator in both games, so the replayability is there, as long as you like it :)”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The random map creator is a nice feature, but it doesn't significantly enhance replayability.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in Creeper Saga is highlighted as both interesting and funny, with players enjoying the comedic elements that arise from gameplay surprises and the use of experimental equipment. While it can lead to some frustrating moments, the overall experience is described as hilariously fun, especially for fans of the series.
- “If you like any other parts of Creeper Saga, it must be a buy for you. I recommend it as an interesting and funny strategy game.”
- “I won't ruin the surprise on that, though, as it leads to some funny moments and some really, really annoying situations.”
- “There's so much you can do, and if you use the experimental equipment, you can become really overpowered, which is hilarious fun.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, often feeling forced to engage in busywork even after achieving victory. Additionally, some levels are criticized for their clunky unit movement and lack of fluidity in combat, contributing to a frustrating experience.
- “The only knocks are that often you get to a point where you've definitely won, but you have to do a lot of busywork, and a couple of the levels are a bit tedious to finish because moving your units is clunky and they don't fire as they move.”
- “I'm not opposed to the change in perspective; I just find the visuals a bit tedious.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users noting that the combination of music, story, and gameplay creates an engaging experience that encourages repeated play.
- “The music, atmosphere, story, and gameplay all create an experience that keeps me coming back.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in and makes you feel like you're part of the world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I love how the developers have fine-tuned the performance settings, making it easy to customize for the best experience.”
- “The game runs flawlessly after the latest optimization patch, significantly improving frame rates and loading times.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I constantly experience frame drops and stuttering, which ruins the immersion.”
- “The optimization is so bad that loading times are excessively long, making it hard to stay engaged.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
While the game features appealing graphics and environments, players have reported occasional glitches that detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the aesthetic remains enjoyable.
- “The game has a lot of potential, but frequent crashes make it nearly unplayable.”
- “I love the concept, but the constant lag and bugs ruin the experience.”
- “The graphics are impressive, but the game is plagued by stability issues that detract from the overall enjoyment.”