Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming

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Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Opus and was released on April 4, 2014. It received very positive reviews from players.

Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming is a fast-paced action RPG where players must defeat enemies and complete objectives within thirty seconds. The game features multiple character classes, each with unique abilities, and a variety of stages with different challenges. Cooperative and competitive multiplayer modes are also available, allowing players to team up or compete against each other in short, intense matches.

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Audience ScoreBased on 366 reviews

story74 positive mentions

grinding39 negative mentions

The game offers a mix of epicness, humor, and fun, making it a great RPG experience.
The sequel expands on the original with more content, including a deeper story, new mechanics, and multiplayer capabilities.
The soundtrack is fantastic, enhancing the overall experience and keeping players engaged.

The dialogue can be lengthy and tedious, detracting from the fast-paced gameplay.
Some players feel the game lacks the variety of modes present in the first installment, focusing too much on the Hero 30 mechanic.
The global leveling system can make the game too easy, reducing the challenge of individual quests.

story
321 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
74%
3%
The story in "Half Minute Hero 2" is a significant expansion from its predecessor, featuring a more robust and cohesive narrative that spans multiple generations of heroes and incorporates humor alongside serious themes. While some players appreciate the deeper character development and engaging plot twists, others criticize the lengthy dialogue and pacing issues, feeling it detracts from the fast-paced gameplay. Overall, the game successfully blends parody with genuine storytelling, offering a mix of comedic and dramatic moments that resonate with fans of classic JRPGs.
- “The focus on story makes this game very distinct from the first, which is a positive point for me.”
- “Though it shares the focus on comedy with its predecessor, Half-Minute Hero 2 also manages to tell a genuinely enjoyable story, pulling pages from many classic JRPGs.”
- “The story is filled with great characters to fight by your side, tongue-in-cheek comedy, and the ever-so-greedy time goddess.”
- “While the core gameplay remains fun, I can't say that about anything else about the game; the story and dialogue this time around are awful, and I do mean completely awful.”
- “You can finish a quest and then start reading pages upon pages of boring, mediocre translation, which happens every single time you start and finish a quest.”
- “The only real problem I have with the game is that it sticks to the two-line dialog screens, which would be fine if they weren't filled with the dullest story ever, and it tries to stretch it out for 77 levels.”
gameplay
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming" retains the core mechanic of the original, where players have 30 seconds to complete tasks, but introduces new mechanics and a more complex level design that may require some adjustment. While the game builds on the first installment with refined systems and a more engaging story, some players feel it sacrifices the variety of gameplay modes for a more linear experience. Overall, the gameplay is praised for its fast-paced, puzzle-like nature, though opinions vary on the effectiveness of the new features and the absence of alternative gameplay styles from the original.
- “It builds off of the first game well and adds plenty of mechanics and systems that make it a joy to play.”
- “The gameplay keeps the core mechanic of the first game and greatly expands it, being basically hero 30 with classes, a new revamped allies system and skills.”
- “The action is fast-paced just as the first game, but with some key elements that make the gameplay more enjoyable, a story simply awesome with lots of background.”
- “The long, overly drawn-out dialogue and linear-on-rails feel of the mission design doesn't mix well with the fast-paced, 30 seconds to win it gameplay.”
- “Unfortunately, while the core RPG gameplay has been strengthened, this is at the detriment of the alternate modes being absent entirely.”
- “The gameplay is pretty much the same, with the second coming being far more linear and continuous unlike the somewhat discrete levels in the previous work.”
music
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
45%
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its diverse and high-quality soundtrack, featuring contributions from numerous talented artists. Players appreciate the emotional depth and energetic compositions that enhance the gameplay experience, often likening it to classic JRPG soundtracks. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, elevating the game's atmosphere and enjoyment significantly.
- “The music in this game is so awesome, I never get bored of it.”
- “The soundtrack is possibly one of the most well-composed ones out there, boosting the game feel by a lot.”
- “Every tune fits the scenario it is played for and is varied enough that everyone will find at least a couple of songs that they absolutely love.”
- “My one and only nitpick with this game is the fact there is no volume settings for sound and music, only allowing each to be turned off and on.”
- “The only complaint I have is the music transition while fighting against the enemies while not on any mission, since it gets rather repetitive.”
- “Well that is besides the music, for some reason the soundtrack of the game is really over the top and features songs/compositions from 24 different artists.”
humor
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
2%
The humor in this title is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its quirky scenarios and clever nods to JRPG tropes, while others feel it falls short compared to its predecessor. Many reviews highlight the blend of serious and comedic elements, with a shift towards more subtle, tongue-in-cheek humor rather than overt jokes. Overall, while the game retains some charm and funny dialogue, opinions vary on its effectiveness and consistency in delivering humor throughout the experience.
- “The story is funny, and there's a lot of quirky scenarios to enjoy, and I liked the different games within.”
- “It's an over-the-top JRPG that pokes fun at the genre's recurring tropes in a humorous way.”
- “Many characters from the previous game make a reappearance in some form, in fact, the bumbling but lovable knight is back as a constant party member, and his interactions with the goddess are hilarious.”
- “An interesting idea that turned out to be just cheap RPG Maker fodder with rambling and painfully unfunny dialogue.”
grinding
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight a mixed reception regarding the grinding aspect of the game. While some players appreciate the fast-paced grinding mechanics that allow for quick leveling and a unique take on traditional RPG elements, others criticize it for being overly repetitive and tedious, especially compared to its predecessor, which mocked such grindy gameplay. Overall, the necessity and enjoyment of grinding vary significantly among players, with some finding it integral to the experience and others deeming it a flaw.
- “This game is a solid game, but if you played the first, it is only 30 Second Hero and that's it. I've made it through 3 out of 6 chapters of the game, and it's just so repetitive that it's boring and grindy now.”
- “The second one is dull and grindy (exactly the thing that the first game was mocking). There's endless and ultimately meaningless dialogues which slow this game down to a crawl, while it should be relatively fast-paced.”
- “The 'metagame' added is a grindy RPG (not sped up) with a linear plot, repetitive gameplay, forced backtracking to unlock all items, etc. Exactly the kind of games the first game was mocking.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the retro pixel art as low-effort and lacking charm compared to the original. While some appreciate the nostalgic 16-bit aesthetic reminiscent of classic RPGs, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, especially when juxtaposed with higher-quality artwork in certain areas. Overall, the visuals are seen as a significant downgrade for those expecting more modern graphics, though some players find the gameplay enjoyable enough to overlook these shortcomings.
- “The game is beautiful in its aesthetic and the humor is very fun.”
- “The graphics follow the original Half Minute Hero's retro look, although this time around, the style is much closer to 16-bit RPGs of the SNES era.”
- “Self-deprecating but cool old school graphics, and a really interesting soundtrack.”
- “Bash through time-trialed RPG combat (why... ugh) and look at hideous retro pixel graphics.”
- “If the game could be played, you'd see crappy, lazy, low-effort, talentless 2D retro pixel graphics, fixed resolution, all the kinds of lazy shortcut indie devs think are clever ways to get out of having to know how to make video games.”
- “The graphic style has lost its 8-bit pixel charm and while I understand they need to make it better and different from the original offering, it just doesn't work and looks like any other game made using RPG Maker.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is enhanced by features such as custom maps, multiplayer options, and achievement hunting, appealing particularly to completionists. While some players note a lack of significant differences from the original, others appreciate the variety of quests, character options, and the ability to replay missions for speedruns or to collect missed items. Overall, the combination of engaging gameplay elements and community-created content offers a satisfying level of replay value.
- “Thus the game is somewhat replayable as you try something else or procure an item you may have missed the first time.”
- “Replayability is there if you're trying to get all the achievements or do speedruns for the missions once the main campaign is finished.”
- “The custom maps, multiplayer, and other goodies (various sets that will warrant you extra hours if you are a completionist) give it some replayability, also way more than your average RPG.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming moments, clever humor, and impactful character appearances that resonate deeply with players. Many reviewers noted that the story evokes strong feelings, with some moments leading to tears, while the blend of charm and emotional depth creates a memorable experience. Overall, the game successfully balances lightheartedness with heartfelt storytelling, making it a compelling journey for players.
- “The ending still makes me emotional today.”
- “Favourite game on Steam, made me cry twice; I recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone with a controller, even if you don't know the prequel.”
- “Since this game is more story-centered, I can't do it justice; play it by yourself, you won't regret it. It has a lot of charm, the characters are likable, and there are some moments that actually made me cry.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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Character development in this title is notably improved compared to its predecessor, featuring a more cohesive plot, unlockable costumes, and enhanced cutscenes that emphasize storytelling. While some reviews highlight a lack of depth in RPG elements and linear gameplay, others praise the balance of humor and drama, drawing inspiration from classic RPGs to enrich character arcs. Overall, the game offers a more engaging narrative experience with greater focus on character growth.
- “Unlike the previous title, you get an art gallery, unlockable costumes for the time goddess, and a more cohesive plotline with cutscenes and character development.”
- “Starts off from where the last game left off but this time around it parodies the RPGs from the SNES and PS1 era with more drama and character development.”
- “The RPG feel was kinda lacking, the character development was not done to maximum potential, and the gameplay just felt a bit too linear.”
- “This time around there’s more space for character development and a bigger emphasis on story, all while maintaining the game’s humorous mood most of the time.”
- “Starts off from where the last game left off, but this time around it parodies the RPGs from the SNES and PS1 era with more drama and character development.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is plagued by significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent crashes and bugs that disrupt gameplay. Many players find themselves needing to terminate the process manually due to these persistent problems.
- “Fortunately for myself and other gamers everywhere who may inadvertently be exposed to this through cheap, nasty shovelware game bundles (because let's face it, nobody's mad enough to deliberately buy this rubbish, are they?), the game is buggy and unstable and crashes hard, so I have to find and kill the process instead of being forced to try to play it.”
- “The game is riddled with bugs and frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant instability, with the game crashing multiple times during a single session.”

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Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming is available on PC, Steam Deck, Windows, PlayStation and others.

On average players spend around 27 hours playing Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming.

Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming was released on April 4, 2014.

Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming was developed by Opus.

Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming is a single player game with multiplayer support.

Similar games include Epic Battle Fantasy 4, DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™, Cthulhu Saves the World, Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom, Bravely Default 2 and others.

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