FRAMED 2

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Framed 2 is a puzzle game that offers a sensational story with fabulous gameplay. Players can change the outcome of the game by changing the order of events, making it a phenomenal visual experience. The game's tagline, "Change the order, change the outcome," encapsulates the unique and interactive gameplay that keeps players engaged and challenged.

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Play Modes

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

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 310 reviews

story29 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

Engaging storyline and beautiful graphics that enhance the overall experience.
Challenging puzzles that require thought, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.
Unique gameplay mechanics that build on the strengths of the first game, making it a worthy sequel.

The game is too short, with many players finishing it in just a couple of hours, leading to disappointment for the price.
Frequent bugs and performance issues, including crashes and music cutting out, detract from the enjoyment.
Many puzzles rely on trial and error rather than intuitive clues, making them feel less rewarding.

story
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
41%
6%
The story in the game is generally praised for its engaging and unique narrative, particularly in how it connects to the first installment and incorporates a twist. However, many players express disappointment over its brevity and some find the ending unsatisfying or sad. Overall, while the storytelling is compelling and visually appealing, it often leaves players wanting more content and resolution.
- “The story was wonderful and I don't know why, but it almost made me cry.”
- “Awesome storytelling on top of awesome gameplay; I love these kinds of creative games.”
- “The game's story takes place before the first game, so it's a prequel and has a little twist like the first game that those who played the first Framed will quite enjoy.”
- “The story is a big letdown.”
- “Another good puzzle game like the first in the series, but once again the story is lacking.”
- “The story seems too short compared to Framed 1.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
44%
13%
The gameplay in the sequel retains much of the charm of the original, featuring unique mechanics and engaging puzzles, though many players note a reliance on trial-and-error solutions. While some appreciate the clean art style and fun animations, others criticize the gameplay for being short, laggy, and occasionally repetitive, with some puzzles feeling more like cartoon gags than genuine challenges. Overall, the game offers a mix of enjoyable elements but suffers from pacing issues and a lack of innovation compared to its predecessor.
- “Fun animations, very unique gameplay, and some decent puzzles.”
- “Awesome gameplay.”
- “Framed and framed 2 has some of the most compelling gameplay and graphics that allowed me to solve intriguing panel-based puzzles while enjoying the story and the graphics.”
- “Unfortunately, while the concept is cool and interesting, they didn't really do anything with the gameplay.”
- “You move panels around, but often the solution will be some cartoony gag, so there is more trial-and-error than gameplay.”
- “I had it finished in under an hour of gameplay, which was pretty disappointing for a non-free game.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
32%
12%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the art style and animation as beautiful and engaging, particularly in relation to the storyline. However, several users criticize the graphics for being mediocre or poorly optimized, with some noting issues like low resolution and lag. Overall, while the visuals are appreciated by many, there is a consensus that improvements could enhance the overall experience.
- “The graphics are great and the storyline was also engaging even though there are no words.”
- “Great game, just like the first Framed with nice stylized graphics.”
- “Blown away by the story, animation, graphics, etc. this one is even better!”
- “But gameplay is too short and graphics are mediocre.”
- “Not optimized, poor graphics even in not full screen stretched mode, waste of money...”
- “But the video/graphics quality is very low and sometimes lags even after two updates.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
50%
19%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soundtrack and its integration with the gameplay, while others criticize frequent cutouts and bugs that disrupt the experience. Users express a desire for more control over music settings, such as independent volume adjustments and the ability to turn off the music. Overall, while the soundtrack is noted as a highlight, technical issues detract from its effectiveness.
- “The game is simple and fun, sleek design and nice soundtrack, smooth animations as well.”
- “Art and music is perfect.”
- “As always, beautiful graphics, top notch soundtrack.”
- “The cool idea is ruined by the repetitive music, frustrating puzzles, ridiculous story, and under-polished art.”
- “The cut scenes often did not play smoothly and got out of sync with the sound/music.”
- “Would love to play this, but the music cuts out as soon as a playback scene starts.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it launches quickly and performs adequately for some users, others report stuttering during cutscenes and various bugs that detract from the experience. Many players express a desire for improved performance and polish compared to the first game in the series.
- “Performance felt fine and it launches quickly.”
- “Patch the stuttery performance and this will be another masterpiece.”
- “I bought the first game in the series, and was hoping for better optimization and finish in this second game.”
- “I bought the first game in the series and was hoping for better optimization and polish in this second game.”
- “A bit of stuttering during cutscenes.”
- “Nearly as good as the first, but has a few bugs: music cuts out for no reason, it does not keep the phone awake, and there are performance issues.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, frequently freezing when switching apps or during gameplay, particularly on certain devices like the ZTE Grand X Max 2. Players report being unable to progress due to these bugs, which detracts from the overall experience. A request for features to skip or fast forward cutscenes has been made to alleviate some of the frustration.
- “It's a good game, but whenever I text a friend and then go back to the game, it freezes. When I wait for the cutscene to end, it takes so long that my phone turns off. If possible, please add a skip cutscene or fast forward feature.”
- “Great game, but it's buggy on the ZTE Grand X Max 2. It freezes on one level in particular, making it impossible to continue through the level and complete the game.”
- “Slows down and freezes during one of the later levels.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Overall, the game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with many players feeling that once completed, there is little incentive to play again. While some acknowledge its enjoyment and potential for improvement, the consensus is that it feels more like a one-time experience rather than a game that invites repeated playthroughs.
- “If that can be fixed, this is easily a 5-star game with good replay value.”
- “With such a great game, I just keep wanting more. The replay value is definitely worth the purchase, but it feels like a game you play once and come back to some time later.”
- “I finished the game in one day and there is no replay value.”
- “It's fun, but it has no replayability at all.”
- “No replayability for me.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be unengaging and tedious, as the puzzles lack depth and often rely on trial and error, leading to a repetitive and uninspiring experience.
- “The concept is cool enough, but not entertaining enough to sustain an entire game. The puzzles are not particularly engaging and are often solved through trial and error, which quickly becomes very boring and tedious.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game impactful, with many expressing that the story evokes strong feelings, often leading to tears.
- “The story was wonderful, and I don't know why, but it almost made me cry.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me.”
- “I felt a strong connection to the narrative, and it left me reflecting on my own experiences.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its creativity and immersive quality, complementing the challenging puzzles that enhance the overall experience.
- “Very creative game with some very challenging puzzles and a great atmosphere.”