Endzone 2

67%
Game Brain Score Based on 102 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • grinding
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Endzone 2 is a strategy game where players manage multiple settlements across different zones, each with exclusive resources. The game features improved settler behavior for thriving communities and the addition of vehicles for flexibility in settlement placement and progression. Key changes and additions have also been made from the previous game, Endzone - A World Apart.

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67%
Audience ScoreBased on 102 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
grinding10 negative mentions
  • The game features improved graphics and a more lively atmosphere compared to its predecessor, with detailed animations and a vibrant world.
  • The new expedition mechanics add a fun and interactive element to gameplay, allowing players to explore ruins and gather resources in a unique way.
  • Despite being in early access, the game runs smoothly with minimal bugs, and the developers have a promising roadmap for future updates and content.
  • Many players feel the game is a step back from Endzone 1, lacking depth and content, with some mechanics feeling tedious and overly simplified.
  • The management of multiple settlements can become cumbersome, leading to frustration with resource gathering and logistics.
  • Some players have reported performance issues, including long loading times and crashes, which detract from the overall experience.
  • gameplay24 mentions

    Gameplay in the latest installment has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the new mechanics like vehicle exploration and resource management across multiple settlements, while others find these elements tedious and repetitive. The city management aspect is seen as basic and monotonous, lacking the depth and variety of its predecessor, leading to a gameplay loop that can feel boring over time. Overall, while there are promising foundational elements and quality of life improvements, many feel the game needs further refinement and polish to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Some of the game mechanics are quite different from its predecessor, which I personally like.”
    • “Now the gameplay with vehicle exploration is interesting; while some say it's tedious and repetitive, I think it adds some good variety on how you play, going into different points of interest and exploring them is a nice change of scenery and solving the small puzzles and using the equipment you find in them and getting scrap or even a vehicle to help your city is good.”
    • “They added some mechanics in which you can produce resources in some of the explored ruins, plus you'll have different zones in which you can build settlements, each zone with unique resources, so you need some logistics to move resources between settlements.”
    • “The new mechanics for managing multiple settlements become downright tedious after not very long.”
    • “This part is boring and monotonous, with a bunch of identical mechanics and settlements with their own resources.”
    • “In early access, the game feels basic; the gameplay loop is boring, and exploration can feel tedious with not much to do except watch numbers go up.”
  • graphics14 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the improved art style and aesthetics compared to its predecessor, while others criticize the lighting and overall clarity, describing them as blurry and lacking precision. Optimization issues have also been noted, as the game struggles with performance during high population scenarios, despite not being graphically demanding. Overall, while there are elements of the graphics that are loved, significant improvements and optimizations are still needed.

    • “A city builder with the aesthetics of Endzone, also they improved the graphics and general art of some stuff and I loved that.”
    • “Excellent art style and soundtrack.”
    • “Love the graphics, music, and sound.”
    • “The graphics are not great; the lighting is terrible.”
    • “This game feels less precise and has blurrier graphics compared to the Anno series, which I have always found dreary and unrewarding.”
    • “Graphics are not as smooth, and sometimes it's unclear where your buildings are.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly in managing multiple settlements and gathering resources from points of interest. While some enjoy the vehicle exploration and the variety it brings, many feel that the need to constantly farm research points and resources leads to a monotonous gameplay loop. Overall, the grinding mechanics are seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “The new mechanics on managing multiple settlements becomes downright tedious after not very long.”
    • “You have to take your little van over to random points of interest around the map, run around them to 'loot' a random pitiful amount of resources, and when you complete enough of it you get your one research point; the points of interest are repetitive, and it feels tedious to say the least.”
    • “Cons: in early access the game feels basic, you have a tutorial and a survival mode, the radiation is just a clock to make you speed up building, you need to play multiple towns, exploration can feel tedious, not much to do except watch numbers go up, you need a few hours to really understand the game, environment is really ugly (look at how beautiful the Tropico games are), gameplay loop is boring.”
  • optimization8 mentions

    The game's optimization is currently lacking, with users reporting minor loading performance issues and significant frame rate drops when multiple zones and high populations are present. While the graphics do not appear overly demanding, the overall play experience suffers, particularly on less powerful PCs. Players express hope for future updates to address these optimization concerns and improve gameplay.

    • “Optimization is needed for sure; changing the graphics settings doesn't seem to do anything at all to help this issue. The game tends to chug when you have multiple zones and a high population. This is normal and expected in these types of games, but this game also doesn't look very graphically demanding as it should be. I've never run into any game freezes or crashes, though.”
    • “Knowing this is in early access and how much I've played so far, I hope they add the much-needed new and re-added content from the first game in further updates, along with the necessary fixes for optimization and bugs to really enjoy this game.”
    • “Everything else is pretty solid - the tried and true city-building elements like placement optimization, rerolling maps to get the best start, and discovering new ways to play are good fun, despite only one game mode currently.”
    • “Optimization is needed for sure; changing the graphics settings doesn't seem to do anything at all to help this issue. The game tends to chug when you have multiple zones and a high population. While this is normal and expected in these types of games, this game also doesn't look very graphically demanding as it should be. I've never run into any game freezes or crashes, though.”
    • “Really poor play experience, possibly even at an unplayable FPS when having multiple zones and high population due to optimization issues.”
    • “Some performance issues and long load times might affect players with less powerful PCs, but I'm guessing this can be easily resolved.”
  • story6 mentions

    Reviewers express disappointment with the game's lack of a compelling story, noting that it feels like a bland iteration of its predecessor without any narrative depth. The absence of a backstory and engaging campaigns detracts from the overall experience, which previously thrived on its story mode and unique missions. Many players miss the puzzle elements that added excitement and purpose to gameplay.

    • “The story mode was what kept me playing the first game and sets it apart from other mind-numbing city builders.”
    • “I especially love the 'puzzle' missions where you control a team of survivors directly to explore buildings in the wasteland.”
    • “The demo had another aspect that could have differentiated it and given it some flavor, distinct area housing, but they did away with that, so now it's basically Endzone 1 but boring and without any story whatsoever, and now you can't even tell one building from the next.”
    • “It has some graphic issues that need to be fixed, but my main reason for not recommending this game at this time is the lack of story.”
    • “The story mode was what kept me playing the first game and set it apart from other mind-numbing city builders.”
  • stability5 mentions

    Overall, user reviews on stability are mixed; while some players report no crashes or freezes and commend the game's smooth performance, others note optimization issues, particularly in high-population scenarios, suggesting that the game struggles with performance despite not being graphically demanding.

    • “They took the concepts that worked (most of them) and expanded or polished them; they added some new things I didn't even know I needed, and they did it in a very bug-free and easy-to-dive-into package.”
    • “I have had zero issues so far, and the game looks good and runs great.”
    • “The game runs great, is very detailed, and I can't wait for more content to release over time.”
    • “Optimization is needed for sure; changing the graphics settings doesn't seem to help at all with this issue. The game tends to chug when you have multiple zones and a high population. While this is normal and expected in these types of games, it doesn't look graphically demanding enough to justify the performance issues. I have never encountered any game freezes or crashes, though.”
    • “I didn't experience any crashes or freezes, which is a personal positive.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting its excellent art style and soundtrack, as well as the overall sound design. Players express a strong appreciation for both the graphics and the musical elements, indicating that the music significantly enhances the gaming experience.

    • “Excellent art style and soundtrack.”
    • “Love the graphics, music, and sound.”
    • “The music.”
    • “Sound design and music.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is criticized for deteriorating once the city reaches a stable state, leading to a lack of visual appeal and interactive details, resulting in a sterile experience focused solely on data management. In contrast, some users appreciate that the game retains the charm and atmosphere of its predecessor, suggesting a mixed reception regarding its immersive qualities.

    • “I mean that it kept the atmosphere and the charm of the first game.”
    • “When your city reaches a point where it's running smoothly, the game no longer provides any sense of comfort or visual appeal. There are no city atmospheres or additional interactive details; the entire game experience becomes a matter of merely maintaining data balance. There are no citizens, no life, everything is just numbers and data arithmetic, and you feel like a caretaker.”
    • “The atmosphere feels lifeless and devoid of any engaging elements, making it hard to immerse yourself in the game world.”
    • “Despite the initial charm, the atmosphere quickly fades, leaving a bland and uninspired environment that fails to captivate.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, providing a fun experience despite some mid-game pacing issues and a lack of challenge. Overall, players find it enjoyable enough to revisit multiple times.

    • “This game offers lots of replayability.”
    • “While the mid-game felt a little slow and the challenge was lacking, overall it's a great game that is fun to play and has good replayability.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviewers suggest that the game's monetization could benefit from increased advertising to enhance its visibility, as they believe the game's quality warrants greater attention and success.

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Play time

11hMedian play time
17hAverage play time
9-40hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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