Gold Rush! 2
- April 28, 2017
- Sunlight Games
Get on SteamThe gold rush continues! The story of the sequel came from the pen of the developers of the original game. Jake and Jerrod Wilson found the richest vein of gold in California’s Mother Lode! But in their home town it’s not always good. A gang, who Jake and Jerrod personally knew leads Brooklyn and the has become very powerful.
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Reviews
- Enjoyable sequel that wraps up loose ends from the original story.
- Good graphics and storytelling, reminiscent of the original Gold Rush.
- Works well on Steam Deck and is appealing for fans of old school adventure games.
- Game is short, linear, and lacks challenging puzzles, making it feel more like an epilogue than a full game.
- Technical issues with resolution and gameplay can hinder the experience.
- Some players find it confusing and not engaging, leading to a lack of enjoyment.
- story20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story is perceived as more of an epilogue to the original narrative, lacking depth and leaving players wanting more. While there are optional side quests that enhance storytelling, the overall plot feels linear and underdeveloped, with missed opportunities for character interaction and conflict. Many reviewers suggest that experiencing the story through a playthrough may be more satisfying than playing the game itself.
“They are, however, good at storytelling.”
“Wraps up some loose ends from the original story.”
“With a larger tweak, like actually meeting the villain of the story and more interaction with James, it'd be strong.”
“Trying to be as spoiler-free as I can, this game plays more like an epilogue to the original story rather than a full-on game itself and leaves a lot to be desired.”
“If it can be skipped, it plays more like it's just for the good feeling of the player and not really for the benefit of the story.”
“With just a small tweak, the storyline would be pretty linear.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with improvements noted over the previous "Gold Rush Anniversary" title, particularly in the sprite design. Additionally, players appreciate the inclusion of historical and geographical facts, enhancing the overall experience.
“The graphics are good and fix some of the problems that were in their Gold Rush Anniversary game with the sprites.”
