Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two

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"Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two" is a fantasy platformer game that offers both single-player and 2-player co-op options. Players control Mickey Mouse and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, using Mickey's paint brush and Oswald's remote control to explore the alternate world of Wasteland. With enhanced physics and the "PlayStyle Matters" approach, this game boasts an intriguing story, stellar game mechanics, and stunning graphics, though some bugs may be present.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 285 reviews

story15 positive mentions

stability20 negative mentions

The game is visually stunning and captures the charm of classic Disney animation.
It offers a nostalgic experience for fans of the original Epic Mickey, with familiar characters and settings.
The story is engaging, and the painting mechanics provide a unique gameplay experience.

The PC port suffers from numerous technical issues, including crashes during cutscenes and poor AI for Oswald.
The removal of local co-op significantly detracts from the gameplay experience, which was a key feature in the original.
Controls and camera mechanics are frustrating, making platforming difficult and less enjoyable.

story
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
60%
7%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it captivating and nostalgic, particularly appreciating the character interactions and environmental storytelling. However, others criticize it for being predictable, shorter than its predecessor, and lacking depth in quest details, leading to a feeling of missing content. Overall, while the story is engaging and charming, it leaves some players wanting more and feeling that it could have been better integrated with gameplay.
- “The story, the characters, everything about it is great.”
- “The adventure, mystery, and story is really addicting.”
- “The story is charming and entertaining and the gameplay is extremely fun.”
- “The story is copied from the first part, and if you put one and one together, you basically already know the end from the beginning.”
- “One thing I always will stress to anyone curious about the game is to understand that one of its biggest flaws comes from the lack of context it provides to newcomers about practically everything that isn't related to the story.”
- “But the game is also kind of short if you know what you're doing, and the story isn't as good as the story in the first game.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
57%
11%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, highlighting both enjoyable mechanics and significant issues. While some players appreciate the fun platforming and unique mechanics, many report frustrating bugs, crashes, and poorly executed good/bad path choices that detract from the experience. Overall, the game offers a charming story and engaging gameplay, but technical problems and a lack of co-op options hinder its potential.
- “The story is charming and entertaining, and the gameplay is extremely fun.”
- “Overall, I had fun and thought the game had real unique mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is simple, fun, and is a 'choose your own way' type of adventure, causing and choosing good or bad outcomes.”
- “The bad and good path mechanics suck so much and the game crashes at this one cutscene, and the only fix was going into the code and disabling it manually.”
- “It's basically a movie with gameplay for ad breaks, since the cutscenes are the only good part about this dumpster fire, so save yourself the pain, don't buy this game, and go watch the cutscenes on YouTube instead.”
- “The gameplay has definitely improved from the first 'Epic Mickey,' but there are still so many bugs that I've had to stop and restart my game multiple times to finish it (bugs that will never get fixed because this game is so old). The biggest one is the floatyard.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
40%
15%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charming, colorful, and dark cartoon aesthetic, reminiscent of modern Disney animations with nostalgic elements. Many users express a desire for a remaster to enhance the visuals further, while some note issues with animations and performance on certain platforms. Overall, the art style is considered a highlight, contributing to an engaging and visually appealing experience.
- “I really like the graphics, the storyline, and the characters of the game.”
- “The art style and art for the game is amazing; the dark cartoon aesthetic is awesome.”
- “The graphics were bright and colorful and looked like a modern Disney cartoon with some old school scenes mixed in for nostalgia.”
- “I wish they would remaster the first game so I could play it with enhanced graphics and more FPS.”
- “The graphics/engine is not optimized for the Vita platform and causes occasional freezes and frame-rate dips.”
- “[Graphical slow-down/frame-rate loss, not much change from console version, glitches, gameplay hurt due to bad execution.]”
stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is notably inconsistent, with many players reporting a variety of glitches, including visual bugs and camera issues that can detract from the experience. While some find the glitches amusing and manageable, others face significant problems, such as freezing at startup or during gameplay, particularly on certain platforms. Overall, the game is described as fun but plagued by technical flaws that may hinder enjoyment for some players.
- “While it's buggy and much worse than Epic Mickey 1, if you go for completion it can be a rather creative and fulfilling experience; just don't expect any character development or depth like in Epic Mickey 1.”
- “The game definitely was thrown into Steam with a lot of glitches and problems, but I still enjoy it.”
- “I love Mickey Mouse and Disney, but this game just freezes at the loading screen. I don't know if the game will work on someone else's computer, but I don't think it's worth the price since it doesn't even start for me.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
53%
16%
The music in "Epic Mickey 2" has received mixed reviews, with many praising its imaginative and soulful soundtrack, characteristic of Disney's quality. While some players enjoyed the musical elements and found the songs engaging, others criticized the limited number of songs and the repetitive nature of the character's singing, leading to a perception that the game does not fully succeed as a musical. Overall, the soundtrack is appreciated for its beauty, but opinions vary on its effectiveness within the game's context.
- “The music is really good, but of course it is; it was made by Disney.”
- “Imaginative, soulful music.”
- “Great soundtrack.”
- “Open the game, hear the music, then freeze.”
- “This game was marketed as a musical game, but really there are about 5 terrible songs in the entire game that are all sung by the same character.”
- “I wouldn't qualify this as a musical.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, blending fun and adventure with amusing glitches, such as characters getting stuck in T-poses or experiencing unexpected outcomes during boss fights. While some bugs can be frustrating, many players find them entertaining and even beneficial, adding to the overall enjoyment of the experience.
- “It's pretty good, it's a good mix of fun, humor, adventure, and challenges.”
- “Some of it's funny and even works in your favor; I experienced a glitch in the very first major boss of the game where a certain attack did absolutely no damage and pretty much just shot Mickey onto the nearest safe platform.”
- “It's so beautiful, funny, and just great.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game's optimization is inconsistent, with players experiencing occasional freezes and frame-rate dips, particularly on the Vita platform. While it can run smoothly at times, the performance issues may negatively impact other games and tasks. Overall, the optimization leaves much to be desired.
- “When it runs smoothly, it's a joy to play.”
- “Hardly ideal since it may hurt performance in other games/tasks, but at least it gets the game running for me.”
- “The graphics engine is not optimized for the Vita platform, leading to occasional freezes and frame-rate dips.”
- “The game suffers from significant performance issues due to poor optimization, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I experienced frequent lag and stuttering, which indicates a lack of proper optimization for the hardware.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's high replay value, noting that it offers enjoyable experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs and create lasting memories.
- “I have so many memories with this game; it has a very high replay value too.”
- “I enjoyed the replayability of both games.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when they can easily bypass sections, undermining the intended challenge. The need to frequently adjust configuration files to manage gameplay and cutscenes adds to the frustration, making the experience feel cumbersome.
- “But it also gets tedious when you can surpass entire sections of the game just by running - and believe me, there are sections you'll want to surpass, which kind of defeats the point.”
- “What makes it more tedious is having to close the game, go back to the config files, change values, only to hop back into the game, then go back out and change the values back if you want to continue seeing any cutscenes.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in this game is notably lacking compared to its predecessor, Epic Mickey 1, with users highlighting a deficiency in depth and growth. While the experience can be creative and fulfilling for completionists, it does not offer the same level of character engagement.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the emotional depth of the game, particularly through its memorabilia, to be profoundly moving, often evoking tears.
- “The memorabilia and the emotion make you want to cry.”
- “The storylines are so powerful that they tug at your heartstrings.”
- “I felt a deep connection to the characters, which made their struggles feel incredibly real.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere in em2 is noted to be lighter and less immersive compared to its predecessor, em1, which had a richer charm and storytelling. Some users feel that the presentation in em2 can appear somewhat cheap, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and haunting sound design.”
- “Every corner of the environment feels alive, creating a rich tapestry of sights and sounds that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The game's atmosphere perfectly complements its narrative, making every moment feel significant and engaging.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for feeling like a cash grab, lacking essential features such as local multiplayer, and exhibiting stability issues, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Does not have local multiplayer like every other console. It also crashed three times trying to load into the main street north. It seems like another Disney cash grab port that is missing features and is less stable than other versions.”