Dungeon Antiqua 2

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Dungeon Antiqua 2 is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Shiromofu Factory and was released on January 7, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Dungeon Antiqua 2 is a 2D dungeon hack-and-slash RPG with retro pixel art and sound, featuring six dungeons to explore. Players navigate a unique vision-based system influencing enemy encounters, allowing strategic avoidance or combat initiation. The game offers flexible character building with ten distinct job classes for varied playstyles.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging dungeon crawling experience reminiscent of classic RPGs, particularly Final Fantasy V.
The job system allows for creative character builds and skill combinations, enhancing gameplay variety.
The streamlined mechanics and quick-paced battles make it accessible and enjoyable for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.

The loot and job variety are limited, leading to a repetitive experience as players max out jobs and encounter similar gear.
Some boss fights can feel frustratingly difficult, requiring specific strategies that may not be immediately clear.
The overall story is minimal and lacks depth, which may disappoint players looking for a more narrative-driven experience.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
63%
14%
The gameplay is heavily focused on combat and exploration, drawing inspiration from classic JRPGs like Final Fantasy and Wizardry, while offering a streamlined experience that avoids the monotony often found in the genre. Players appreciate the flexibility in character builds and job swapping, making for a fun and engaging experience within a condensed 10-15 hour playtime. Overall, the game successfully balances enjoyable mechanics with a nostalgic aesthetic, making it a worthwhile recommendation for fans of the style.
- “Definitely one of my favorite mechanics JRPGs have ever had.”
- “Some story, yes, but it's more about diving into gameplay and keeping you in gameplay as much as possible.”
- “Given the low cost, satisfying mechanics, and quick, breezy gameplay, Dungeon Antiqua 2 is an easy recommendation if you enjoy this style.”
- “Gameplay is very combat oriented, with some exploration.”
- “My biggest problem with JRPGs is generally the long runtime combined with monotonous gameplay, and this game avoids both.”
- “I don't know if it'll continue to go this way in the series, but it's pretty disappointing to see the gameplay really take over.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The story in this game is minimal and straightforward, serving primarily as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a focal point. While there are some narrative elements, they are simplistic and lack depth, reminiscent of classic NES-era RPGs, with players noting that the emphasis is more on dungeon crawling and combat than on an elaborate storyline. Overall, the narrative is described as bland and not particularly engaging.
- “Tutorials are out of the way, and now we can get into the story.”
- “There are patch notes from the day I basically finished my 2nd playthrough and started the post-game content stating that regardless of story branches, all post-game fights are accessible.”
- “I always thought that story was an important part of how much I like an RPG, but this made me realize how much FF5 style dungeon crawling is fun on its own.”
- “Some story, yes, but it's more about diving into gameplay and keeping you in gameplay as much as possible.”
- “Story is just kinda there, though I have never seen an elderly fairy depicted in any game that wasn't a D&D/Witcher-like hag.”
- “It's a SNES era Final Fantasy game without (most of) the story.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find grinding to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the challenge and variety offered by random item spawns, others feel that it becomes excessively tedious, especially in the late game where farming for job completion can lead to frustration. Overall, grinding is seen as both fun and rewarding, but it can also become overly repetitive and time-consuming.
- “I get having a challenge, and I don't mind grinding... but this comes down to dodging every monster on the way to have a slim chance at the bosses.”
- “The idea is nice, but near the end, it gets super grindy.”
- “- Late game, it feels like there's no way to grind the jobs, so a 100% completionist might feel bad to pass so many hours farming the same enemies.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The graphics have been positively received for their upgrade to 16-bit aesthetics, offering a retro-inspired look with enhanced color variety compared to traditional games of the era. The visuals draw inspiration from SNES-era titles, successfully capturing the essence of classic RPGs while improving on sound quality and gameplay mechanics.
- “The upgrade to 16-bit aesthetics was a great choice.”
- “Visuals are fine; it's retro-inspired and looks it, though there's a bit more color variety than traditional games at the time, with less color restrictions on tiles and sprites.”
- “The original was styled after NES-era Final Fantasies, and this one has been modeled after SNES-era visuals, sound quality, and gameplay mechanics.”
- “Dungeon Antiqua 2 is the one that almost captures it (well, look at the graphics and soundfont, and job stuff).”
- “Visuals are fine; it's retro-inspired and looks it, though there's a bit more color variety than traditional games of the time (less color restrictions on tiles and sprites).”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with many noting its strong inspiration from Final Fantasy V, particularly highlighting a boss track that evokes the iconic "Battle on the Big Bridge." Overall, the soundtrack is considered top tier and a standout feature of the game.
- “The music is very good and definitely inspired by Final Fantasy V; there's even a boss track that is very reminiscent of 'Battle on the Big Bridge.'”
- “I specifically want to praise the music as it adds a lot to the overall experience.”
- “The music is top tier.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has limited replayability, with many users noting that it does not offer enough incentives or variations to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “Not much replay value, though.”
- “The game lacks incentives to play through again.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little reason to return.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its smooth performance and well-balanced gameplay, dispelling initial skepticism about its quality as an indie title. Players find it addictive and fast-paced, indicating effective optimization.
- “I was skeptical about this game at first; I saw another cheaply made indie game trying to cash in on nostalgia. But this was something special. It's addictive, well-balanced, fast-paced, and everything about it seems to run smoothly.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be cleverly executed, with instances like a boss summoning minions that can instantly kill players, adding a lighthearted twist to challenging gameplay.
- “A boss that summons adds who have instant death on their attacks is a really funny prank.”

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15h Average play time

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*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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