GunZ 2: The Second Duel

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GunZ 2: The Second Duel is a multiplayer shooter game. It was developed by Masangsoft and was released on May 1, 2014. It received neutral reviews from players.

"GunZ 2: The Second Duel is a fast-paced online action shooting game that offers complete freedom of movement, allowing players to climb walls and exploit the environment for tactical advantages. With unique classes, each featuring distinct passive and active skills, players can choose to become a silent assassin, a shielded roamer, or a flame-throwing devastator, creating a varied and dynamic combat experience."

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Audience ScoreBased on 5,329 reviews

gameplay156 positive mentions

stability95 negative mentions

Fast-paced action gameplay that combines melee and gunplay, providing an adrenaline rush.
Unique character classes with different abilities and weapons, allowing for varied playstyles.
The campaign mode offers a fun experience, especially when played with friends.

Severe lack of players, making it difficult to find matches and resulting in long wait times.
Removal of K-style and other mechanics from the original GunZ, leading to disappointment among veteran players.
Peer-to-peer matchmaking causes lag issues and gives an unfair advantage to hosts.

gameplay
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The gameplay of Gunz 2 has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a significant departure from the mechanics that made the original Gunz: The Duel popular, particularly the removal of the "k-style" and other advanced movement techniques. While some appreciate the new mechanics and fast-paced action, others criticize the game for its clunky controls, unbalanced matchmaking, and reliance on a class system that limits player creativity. Overall, the gameplay is seen as enjoyable by some, but many long-time fans feel it lacks the depth and excitement of its predecessor.
- “The gameplay is so intense that you almost lose your fingers while playing, but that is exactly what makes it peak.”
- “Gunz:2 plays exactly how Masangsoft wanted the original Gunz to be played; you can tell as you play it all the mechanics and buttons are tight and responsive and play how Gunz 1 tutorial asks you to play.”
- “The gameplay is great, really fast-paced and highly competitive; however, I have encountered 3 major problems.”
- “The mechanics from the original are completely gone.”
- “The gameplay just isn't fun no matter how much you try with it.”
- “The gameplay itself is a poor version of what Gunz 1 had to offer; no k-style or any strategy whatsoever, just some mindless shooting and hackslashing.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players acknowledging significant improvements over the original GunZ, including better character models and environments. However, some users express disappointment with the overall visual quality, citing issues like lag and subpar performance on lower-end systems. While the graphics are often described as decent or good, they are frequently overshadowed by gameplay concerns and a lack of player engagement.
- “The graphics are amazing and I love the character complex themes.”
- “The graphics are very vivid and bright, while still maintaining that grungy, almost steampunk look you would expect.”
- “The visuals, combat, and smoothness of the game have all been improved, but it still maintains some of the bigger problems most free-to-play games are trying to move out of these days.”
- “The graphics are nowhere close to the original GunZ, which was developed with less video graphic technology than there is today.”
- “The game looks way worse than the original GunZ game graphic-wise and play-wise.”
- “Graphics are sub-par, zero customization unless you spend money.... seriously this game as a whole needs to be taken back to the drawing board.”
story
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while it attempts to introduce a narrative and campaign mode, it often feels lackluster and generic compared to its predecessor. Critics highlight issues such as a lack of engaging quests, reliance on microtransactions for revives, and a generally unbalanced gameplay experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment of the story missions. Despite some appreciation for the attempt at a storyline, many players express a desire for the return of the more dynamic quest system from the original game.
- “The game introduces a story mode and other game modes, which add variety and keep the gameplay interesting.”
- “The story mode missions give you a finite amount of respawn tokens, adding a layer of challenge to the gameplay.”
- “The campaign has an acceptable story for a competitive TPS but could have had more.”
- “The player models are already made, the story is written, and a linear path is already set for you to just follow.”
- “The 'story' mode also seemed kind of... umm 'crappy' for lack of a better word.”
- “The npcs in story mode seem to kill you in one or two hits, which I feel is a load of crap.”
stability
97 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and lag issues that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users express disappointment that the game lacks the unique mechanics and enjoyable glitches that characterized its predecessor, Gunz 1, leading to a frustrating experience. While some acknowledge the game's potential and graphics, the overall consensus is that it is currently too unstable and unpolished for a satisfying gaming experience.
- “I admit that it is bug-free, so no k-style or butterfly techniques.”
- “Game doesn't even work; not only is it dead with not a single active person, but you try to run solo quests and it glitches out and doesn't even let you progress.”
- “This game is a buggy, sloppy, laggy mess of a game and will probably be dead within half a year in its current state.”
- “It's a sad attempt to create a sequel to a game that was awesome and unique due to its buggy engine.”
music
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its catchy and modern style, particularly during key moments like boss fights, while others feel it falls short compared to the original game's soundtrack. Many appreciate the audio's fit with the gameplay, but some criticize it for being generic or not memorable. Overall, while the music has its fans, it seems to lack the standout quality that made the previous installment's soundtrack beloved.
- “I will give this game the soda boy's approval stamp and all I have to say is that when you fight the final boss, the music is so catchy that I had to illegally download the soundtrack for the game so that I can listen to it.”
- “The music has a very modern style to it, a mix of club and hard rock music, depending on the level.”
- “Overall, I would say the audio is appropriate - the audio fits the action, none of the sound effects are too jarring or badly sampled, the announcer is fun, and the music is pretty good.”
- “The soundtrack is lacking.”
- “It bears mentioning that the menu music is really annoying.”
- “Music is bad, it still is early access so I'm hoping it gets better but right now it is total garbage!”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received widespread criticism, particularly for its poor performance on lower-end systems and NVIDIA graphics cards, leading to significant lag and stuttering gameplay. Many players report that even high-end PCs struggle with frame drops and graphical issues, reminiscent of older console games. While some appreciate the visuals when running smoothly, the overall experience is marred by technical shortcomings and latency problems, suggesting a need for substantial optimization improvements.
- “My games always run smoothly.”
- “Pretty awesome graphics, optimized performance.”
- “Once the servers are optimized and people aren't forced to play this FPS at 250+ ping, the game will appeal to a much larger audience.”
- “I can't recommend this game because it is poorly optimized for other GPUs.”
- “The engine seems unoptimized, and the frames-per-second drop considerably even on high-end computers.”
- “The game needs to be more optimized for lower-end PCs; it just isn't worth overdoing the graphics for looks and nice effects if you don't have a nice PC.”
grinding
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Reviews indicate that grinding in this game is excessively time-consuming and often frustrating, requiring players to invest significant hours to achieve meaningful progress or unlock items. While some players appreciate the variety of gameplay modes and the potential for character upgrades, many find the grinding tedious and unrewarding, with a strong emphasis on luck rather than skill. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a major drawback, leading to a lack of enjoyment for those who prefer a more balanced and engaging progression system.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This game is awful unless you can somehow stand grinding for 5 days to be even decent.”
- “The grinding system just to pull this 'slot machine' is a time waster, and that's why I don't even bother.”
humor
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding moments of amusement in quirky mechanics and absurd situations, such as fighting naked or encountering bizarre glitches. However, many also express frustration with gameplay issues that detract from the fun, including complicated controls and unbalanced systems. Overall, while there are funny elements, the enjoyment is often overshadowed by gameplay shortcomings and technical problems.
- “The game is perfect and easy, funny to play with friends.”
- “Though fighting naked is pretty funny.”
- “Similarly hilarious, some of the miscellaneous items for sale - such as a hat that looks like a cat cutely perching on your head, ready to pounce - are exorbitantly expensive for a free-to-play game.”
- “Not funny because it's not easy to play and not smooth in gameplay.”
- “Not funny or amusing; the glitches are game-breaking.”
monetization
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The monetization in Gunz 2 has been widely criticized for being excessively focused on microtransactions, with many players labeling it as predatory and a blatant cash grab. Users express frustration over the pay-to-win elements and the necessity to either spend money or invest significant time to remain competitive. While some appreciate the nostalgia and gameplay, the overwhelming presence of monetization detracts from the overall experience.
- “Gunz 2 is an awesome thing to see due to nostalgia, and so far I've enjoyed it, but it suffers from an issue that all games suffer from nowadays: microtransactions in order to complete the game.”
- “+ hardly pay to win and doesn't shove microtransactions in your face.”
- “But the biggest crime is the predatory, greedy, manipulative, and disgusting microtransactions I've ever seen in a video game.”
- “I don't want to take a shot at Korean free-to-play games, but this one is bad even by that standard. They don't even try to hide the fact it's just a cash grab attempt.”
- “While the multiplayer mode is fairly solid, you're going to have a hard time trying to avoid the monetization in this game, which is very in your face.”
character development
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the reviews highlight impressive character designs and graphics, with particular praise for the visual aspects and fluid movement. However, there is a notable limitation in character customization options compared to previous titles, and while character development through upgrades is present, it primarily relies on traditional methods like gaining experience and gold rather than extensive personalization.
- “Great graphics, amazing character design and voice acting, movement looks very realistic and fluid.”
- “Character design, outfit design, and weapon design seem to have received a lot of attention this time around.”
- “The character development and upgrades is a bit different and obviously there are ways to buy your better items if you want to, but the typical route of gaining XP from kills and getting gold will get you those items too.”
- “I only like the character design, and that's all.”
- “As far as character design goes, there's very limited customization as opposed to GunZ: The Duel.”
- “The character development and upgrades are a bit different, and while there are ways to buy better items, the typical route of gaining XP from kills and getting gold will get you those items too.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is rated moderately high at 7.5/10, largely due to the diverse characters and classes that offer unique gameplay experiences. However, issues with the online host system can detract from the overall enjoyment, leading to inconsistent playability. While the game has potential for fun, especially with friends, improvements are needed to enhance the overall experience.
- “Replayability 7.5/10 - the game's different characters/classes vary so much that every time it's something different; each person brings a different build to the table, forever changing, and forever being different.”
- “One of the best games I've played in a while. No pay-to-win features, it gives daily bonuses and everything, providing gold ore and even premium chances. The campaign offers a lot of fun featuring a lot of replayability with your friends, so far featuring 5 characters and still releasing a lot of content.”
- “Developers: if you want your game to be more playable, I suggest making the move to a system where upon starting a quest you get 3 lives, and revival coins are extra.”
- “I recommend Warframe over this one because the gameplay is much more engaging than this.”
- “Once you get to level 20, the game becomes more enjoyable, but it heavily depends on not having a poor host due to the online host system.”
- “Developers: if you want your game to be more replayable, I suggest implementing a system where players get three lives upon starting a quest, and revival coins are additional.”
emotional
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Players express a wide range of emotional responses to the game, with some feeling overwhelmed and negatively impacted in various aspects of their lives, while others find it to be a wholesome and enjoyable family experience. The chaotic nature of the gameplay can lead to frustration, particularly in combat scenarios, highlighting the emotional highs and lows that players experience throughout their journey.
- “After playing this game for a little over a year, I can say that it has effectively ruined my life socially, mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.”
- “The fighting was very chaotic, seeing people stun locking each other and spamming... which made me feel overwhelmed.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere in GunZ 2 is described as stunning, enhanced by great looped music, though some players feel it lacks the essence of the original GunZ. Despite some combat issues, the overall experience remains enjoyable.
- “The atmosphere is just stunning; the looped music is great, and the 'press any key to continue' phrase is written in a crisp typeface.”
- “Other than some combat issues and an overall lack of atmosphere, GunZ 2 does not feel at all like GunZ 1. I admit it was still really fun to play.”