Demon Gaze II

  • November 14, 2017
71%
Game Brain Score Based on 28 reviews
  • gameplay
  • story
  • humor
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Demon Gaze II improves on the original in a lot of ways and is another excellent dungeon RPG from Experience Inc. that is worth your time.

Magnastar has spellbound the people of Asteria into obeying him. As the Revolutionist Party attempts to overthrow him, it is up to you, the Demon Gazer, to wield the power of demons, liberate Asteria's citizens, and shine the light of revolution! Demon Synergy As the Demon Gazer, turn foes to allies and power them up using the Trance Demon Mode, or fuse with them using the Demon's Cross! Dungeon…

  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Play​Station
  • Play​station Vita
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Reviews

71%
Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Demon Gaze II features engaging gameplay with a unique demon-capture mechanic and humorous dialogue, making it a fun dungeon crawler.
  • The game offers a good balance of accessibility for newcomers while providing challenging content for veterans, making it suitable for a wide audience.
  • Beautiful graphics and a charming character design enhance the overall experience, alongside a captivating story premise.
  • The sequel lacks some of the depth and customization options of the original game, making it feel more limited.
  • The story is considered uninspired and the game world feels more sterilized compared to its predecessor.
  • Some players may find the game grindy at times, and the presentation, including music and voice acting, is lacking.
  • gameplay11 mentions

    "Demon Gaze II" offers enjoyable gameplay with its unique betting mechanic and breezy combat, allowing for greater flexibility in battle strategies. However, it is criticized for being less engaging than its predecessor, with more limited mechanics and uninteresting dungeon designs. Despite these drawbacks, the game retains a fun experience with a charming cast and rewarding character growth.

    • “Demon Gaze II is the sequel to Experience's Demon Gaze, a JRPG dungeon crawler I loved for its humor, cute character design, bits of fan service, and great gameplay.”
    • “Both games are great and deliver a very fun dungeon crawling experience with the unique mechanic of placing your bets of tokens on control circles in the hopes of getting better gear.”
    • “Breezy combat with room for a challenge, strong humor, interesting demon-capture mechanic, and beautiful 2D art.”
    • “This sequel is more limited and feels less fun than the original. The story is worse, the mechanics are worse; in general, it's a regular game. You must play the original instead of this.”
    • “The lack of innovative gameplay additions makes the game feel more sterilized.”
    • “The simplified mechanics do not retain the signature experience.”
  • story7 mentions

    The story in the sequel is generally viewed as inferior to the original, with some reviewers finding it uninspired and lacking complexity. In contrast, "Demon Gaze II" is praised for its engaging narrative, strong character development, and a blend of comedy and exploration that keeps players invested. Overall, while some games offer a decent story, others provide a more captivating and enjoyable experience.

    • “Demon Gaze II has comedy, combat, exploration (dungeon crawler), a good story, and of course, waifus.”
    • “[Addictive dungeon crawling campaign, great cast of characters, and a fantastic story premise that will keep you hooked, rewarding character growth mechanics].”
    • “The story is uninspired.”
    • “The storyline isn't particularly complex or thrilling, but it's at least adequate.”
  • humor5 mentions

    "Demon Gaze II" is praised for its strong humor, featuring a mix of funny and absurd dating scenes that highlight the unique personalities of the demons. The game balances its comedic elements with charming and heartwarming moments, contributing to an engaging overall experience.

    • “Demon Gaze II is the sequel to Experience's Demon Gaze, a JRPG dungeon crawler I loved for its humor, cute character design, bits of fan service, and great gameplay.”
    • “The demons all have their own unique personalities as you get to know them, and the dating scenes range from funny to absurd, with a few charming and heartwarming moments as well.”
    • “[Breezy combat with room for a challenge, strong humor, interesting demon-capture mechanic, beautiful 2D art.]”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics are widely praised for their beauty and consistency with the original game, though some users note a lack of a cohesive design aesthetic. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, despite criticisms of other aspects like music and voice acting.

    • “Beautiful graphics, looks just as good as the first one.”
    • “The game lacks a consistent style or design aesthetic.”
    • “It feels like it was ported to PS4 with no polish.”
    • “The graphics are underwhelming and fail to impress.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development in "Demon Gaze II" is praised for its engaging humor and charming character designs, contributing to a vibrant and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the blend of personality and fan service that enhances the overall narrative and gameplay.

  • emotional2 mentions

    The game effectively evokes a range of emotions through its unique demon characters, with dating scenes that blend humor, absurdity, and heartwarming moments, creating a rich emotional experience for players.

    • “The demons all have their own unique personalities as you get to know them, and the dating scenes range from funny to absurd, with a few charming and heartwarming moments as well.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game has been criticized for lacking a consistent style and being generally unremarkable, with some users also noting poor voice acting. Overall, the audio experience does not enhance the gameplay and feels underdeveloped.

    • “The music lacks a consistent style or design aesthetic.”
    • “The music is just meh and doesn't stand out.”
    • “The voice acting is poor, which detracts from the overall experience.”
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