Cursed 2

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Cursed 2 is a single player shooter game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Disaster Squad Productions and was released on April 22, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Search a desolate town for traces of your childhood friend. A point&click adventure with action combat.

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Audience ScoreBased on 164 reviews

story18 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Unique and charming retro art style with a strong nostalgic 90s/Flash era vibe.
Engaging story that expands the lore from the first game with interesting twists and well-designed characters and enemies.
Fun and challenging combat system blending point-and-click adventure with Punch-Out-like mechanics, plus an RPG leveling system that rewards player skill.

Tedious and repetitive combat encounters that can lead to frustration, especially without frequent save points.
Clunky or confusing gameplay elements such as the driving mechanic, small inventory size, and some convoluted puzzles causing pacing issues.
Lack of quality-of-life features like an options menu, adjustable audio, and achievements; occasional bugs and softlocks may hinder progress.

story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Cursed 2 is widely praised for its intriguing, well-written narrative that continues and expands the original game's plot, blending horror themes with a unique, somewhat tongue-in-cheek tone. While some find the character development could be deeper, the story's atmosphere, multiple endings, and integration with exploration and gameplay make it a compelling continuation and standout in its genre. Overall, the story is considered a strong, memorable aspect that complements the game's distinctive style and mood.
- “This game is just awesome, a hidden gem from any other horror game, it does not take itself too seriously, but at the same time it has great story in its trilogy. Truly recommend it, the music is great, the bosses and enemies are memorable and the ending was just great.”
- “The story is like an old Hitchcock movie, and it's just a game that stands out from the rest because of such.”
- “It is a masterpiece that combines a chilling atmosphere, an engaging story, and challenging gameplay.”
- “Cursed 2 is a real mixed bag of a game and it's both a good and at the same time not good sequel to the first game, but anyway the story.”
- “Then I played Cursed 2, which does have some good atmosphere and exploration like the other games, but the combat and inventory management are such absolute cancer that I quit playing and just skimmed a YouTube playthrough for the story elements.”
- “Without giving spoilers, if you make a mistake involving something important for the progression of the story, you will lose the true ending.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its unique, engaging blend of point-and-click adventure and RPG combat mechanics, with challenging puzzles and leveling systems adding depth. However, some find the frequent random encounters and driving mechanics frustrating, especially toward the game's end. Overall, it offers a rewarding and fun experience that stands out within its genre despite occasional pacing issues.
- “The gameplay is a mixed bag: it does more than the previous game and expands on combat and puzzles, although sometimes to its own detriment.”
- “Good RPG mechanics and some very solid combat.”
- “Though screenshots may belie its true quality, the gameplay is addictive, fun, and diverse.”
- “The gameplay just feels like a slog fest, especially in the final part of the game, to the point where I was like, 'Oh come on, just end already.' This is mainly due to the random enemy encounters, which are even more frequent than in the first game, and the new combat mechanic of dodging takes some getting used to.”
- “Getting to the levels can be frustrating because of the driving mechanic. Many of the levels and backgrounds look the same except for some twists and turns in the road, making navigation annoying even with a map.”
- “Battle mechanics, to me, are terrible.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are highly praised for their unique, retro, and hand-drawn pixel art style that evokes a nostalgic yet unsettling atmosphere reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures. While simple and occasionally cheesy, this aesthetic effectively enhances the game's charm and horror elements, making it a memorable visual experience that fans of retro horror will appreciate.
- “The graphics are good and still just as good like the first game. I love the retro aesthetic; in fact, I feel like in certain ways it improved a bit while still keeping that classic Newgrounds charm.”
- “Its art style is phenomenal, like the rest of the franchise.”
- “The music is awesome and the graphics are very nostalgic yet unnerving to look at.”
- “If you like point and click mystery games and don't mind archaic graphics, yes, I recommend it.”
- “The simple art for graphics had its charm.”
- “Graphic is MS Paint but got its own charm!”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its eerie, immersive, and mood-setting quality, often enhancing the horror atmosphere and making bosses and enemies more memorable. While some note occasional repetitiveness or borrowed tracks, the soundtrack is generally considered a standout feature that greatly contributes to the overall experience.
- “The music is good with plenty of great tracks that really set the mood; in fact, it's even better than the music in the first game to the point I wish there was a soundtrack DLC.”
- “With a great choice of music and very immersive atmosphere, it is a fun, horror-ridden little game that comes at the great price of absolutely free.”
- “The music is eerie and really builds the ambience.”
- “The music is actual earrape, but the story is actually not that bad.”
- “I'm pretty sure some sounds and music were copied and pasted from other games (Splatterhouse especially), but I don't mind at all and they work really well.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
22%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive, chilling, and engaging quality, enhanced by pixelated art and a fitting soundtrack that complements the horror theme. While some find the repetitive combat tedious, the overall mood and exploration provide a compelling and memorable experience. The atmosphere is noted as a standout feature that successfully supports both story and gameplay.
- “It is a masterpiece that combines a chilling atmosphere, an engaging story, and challenging gameplay.”
- “Pretty cool atmosphere and soundtrack, perfect for a Halloween night.”
- “With a great choice of music and very immersive atmosphere, it is a fun, horror-ridden little game that comes at the great price of absolutely free.”
- “The atmosphere in Cursed 2 isn't scary; it's a fear based on having to do tedious repetitive battles on the way to an encounter.”
- “The art may look like it was drawn in MS Paint, but it barely affects the general atmosphere that the game presents.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in the game is described as tedious and repetitive, making battles feel more like a chore than fun. Players often need to spend extended time farming experience to overcome difficult boss phases, significantly increasing the game's length compared to its predecessor.
- “The atmosphere in Cursed 2 isn't scary; the fear comes from having to do tedious, repetitive battles on the way to an encounter.”
- “This is the first game to make fighting zombies not fun; it's just incredibly tedious.”
- “Please tone down the 2nd phase of the knight; I had to play multiple sessions of just grinding to win.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a variety of funny gags and unique, humorous monsters that add charm and challenge to the experience. Players particularly enjoy the amusing chase sequences and unexpected comedic surprises throughout, enhancing the overall spooky atmosphere with lots of laughter.
- “So you can see a bunch of funny gags and stuff.”
- “The game works well, I like the inventory mechanic. The monsters are all funny and unique, and they are all challenging to fight. I also like the driving and map mechanic, and the guy that chases your car as you drive is always funny to me.”
- “Great game, very spooky, insanely funny, heaps of cool surprises, really enjoying it!”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional experience is mixed, with some frustration due to frequent random encounters and challenging combat mechanics that can make the gameplay feel tedious, especially towards the end. However, players also express nostalgia and appreciation for the solo developer, highlighting a rewarding and enjoyable connection reminiscent of childhood gaming memories.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers an enjoyable and immersive experience with fun combat and helpful hints, but its replayability is limited once the endings are completed, though some variation in playstyle can extend interest. Overall, it's a worthwhile and engaging survival game.