Fishy2

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"Fishy2" is a 3D platformer game where you play as a fish out of water, journeying through 10 diverse worlds with 150 levels. The game offers stage select and varying difficulty levels, from beginner to expert. Recent updates include adjustments to the fall animation, addition of original levels, extension of death zones, and overhaul of majority of stages for improved gameplay.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

atmosphere1 negative mentions

Fishy 2 builds on the foundation of the original with improved controls and a large number of levels, providing a fun and engaging experience.
The game features a variety of challenges and mechanics that enhance gameplay, making it enjoyable for both casual players and speedrunners.
Despite some criticisms, many players find Fishy 2 to be a masterpiece and a worthy sequel that delivers entertainment and replay value.

Fishy 2 suffers from repetitive level design, with many levels reused from the first game, leading to a lack of innovation.
The game has technical issues, including crashes and bugs that detract from the overall experience, making it feel unfinished.
Some players feel that the price is unjustified given the limited improvements over the original, leading to disappointment among fans.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
67%
17%
The story in the game is characterized by a mission-based structure that allows for creative gameplay, but suffers from pacing issues and a lack of cohesive narrative, particularly in the latter chapters. While the plot features intriguing twists and attempts to connect to the broader Metal Gear lore, it ultimately feels incomplete and disjointed, with many story elements relegated to cassette tapes rather than integrated into the gameplay. Overall, the narrative's ambition is evident, but it falls short of delivering a satisfying conclusion.
- “On a second playthrough, it's incredible how in-your-face the plot twists are, yet I didn't spot them the first time.”
- “Revenge is the leitmotif of the first chapter, and having played through every game in the series except for Survive multiple times, I'm certain the plot was supposed to center upon some three-stages-of-anger theory Kojima read in a psychology book, ending with a more self-actualized Big Boss.”
- “What we got does manage to bring the story around full circle to the original Metal Gear, but the journey there clearly isn't what was envisioned.”
- “The pacing of the story is completely off, with the beginning and end of chapter 1 being the most substantial portion - by the last few missions, I was thinking, 'boy, they're really speeding up, aren't they?'”
- “In act 2, you're handed a collection of already-completed missions to repeat under specific conditions, with the odd story bit nestled here and there.”
- “The Metal Gear games generally end on a very poignant note, and to believe that it was supposed to have an epilogue full of repeated missions, scattered bits and pieces, and no proper ending feels so hollow.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
44%
22%
The gameplay in MGS V is highly flexible, allowing players to approach challenges creatively, while Fishy offers accessible controls paired with advanced movement mechanics and extensive level design, making it appealing to both casual and skilled players. However, some criticism arises from repetitive elements and a lack of innovation in certain aspects, despite the introduction of new mechanics and a strong foundation from its predecessor. Overall, both games provide engaging gameplay experiences, though Fishy2's reliance on familiar levels may detract from its overall novelty.
- “The simplest way to explain MGS V's gameplay is, 'if you can think it, you can do it.' If you've got to take out a tank battalion, you can do it explosively with landmines and rocket launchers.”
- “Fishy is a game that is designed for both casual and skillful players, with easy-to-learn controls that, with enough practice, lead to one of the most advanced movement mechanics in any 3D platformer (next to Super Mario Odyssey, of course).”
- “The level design is a perfect combination with these mechanics, as they assist momentum and general movement.”
- “The graphics have stagnated since the original and many of the levels were plucked straight from the first into the second, leading to very repetitive gameplay.”
- “Strongly builds on the foundation of the original while strongly building on the same mechanics.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some praise the high-quality original soundtrack and its thematic depth, others criticize the repetitive looping and the reuse of tracks from the previous game. Despite some songs not being particularly memorable, they are considered a significant improvement over the first game's brief loops. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, though it may not appeal to everyone.
- “The music selection is great too.”
- “With all new music, level themes, and now in a higher quality, expect absolute perfection.”
- “Its OST is another work of art and is up there with the likes of RDR2 and Bloodborne.”
- “The music is also on loop.”
- “It reuses music, stages, and entire levels from Fishy 1, and removes the pause menu, forcing you to alt+F4 every time you want to get to the main menu.”
- “Since the game's music hasn't been mentioned yet, I'd like to point out that while the songs aren't exactly something I'd listen to in my spare time (except the menu theme), they're loads better than the first game's 10, maybe 5 second loops.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics in Fishy 2 are considered on par with other AAA games, featuring great visuals and unique level design; however, some reviewers note a stagnation in graphical quality since the original, with repetitive elements carried over from the first game. Overall, while the graphics are impressive, they lack significant innovation.
- “Its graphics were up to par with other AAA games and its level design was spectacular.”
- “Great graphics, gripping storyline, unique and varied level design.”
- “As with Fishy 1, Fishy 2 does not add much more visuals than checkerboard polygons, which is tiring.”
- “The graphics have stagnated since the original, and many of the levels were plucked straight from the first into the second, leading to very repetitive gameplay.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Metal Gear Solid V is highly praised for its exceptional optimization, standing out among games in this regard.
- “Few games are optimized as well as MGS V.”
- “The optimization in this game allows for seamless gameplay and stunning visuals.”
- “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, making the experience smooth even on lower-end hardware.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
- “Despite its potential, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
- “I was disappointed to find that the game is poorly optimized, resulting in long loading times and crashes.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that the once iconic fishy atmosphere has been diminished, resulting in a lackluster and diluted experience that fails to capture the original essence.
- “The classic fishy atmosphere was tarnished and replaced with a watered-down imitation.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game to be very humorous, often expressing their enjoyment with laughter and positive reactions.
- “This game had me laughing out loud with its clever jokes and witty dialogue!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch; I couldn't stop chuckling at the hilarious scenarios!”
- “I love how the game blends humor with gameplay, making every moment enjoyable and entertaining!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game due to its short, engaging levels that are well-suited for speedrunning, encouraging repeated playthroughs. The minimalist design enhances the experience, making each run enjoyable and fresh.
- “While the levels themselves are short and sweet, their minimalist and asset-efficient designs make them always a blast to speedrun, adding tons of replay value.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game has several unpatched glitches and bugs, indicating ongoing stability issues that may affect gameplay.
- “Here are the glitches and bugs that I know of that haven't been patched yet.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I've encountered numerous stability issues that ruin the overall experience.”