Hero of the Kingdom II
- February 19, 2015
- Lonely Troops
- 7h median play time
In "Hero of the Kingdom II," players embark on a journey to save their father and restore a kingdom in ruin. They'll engage in various activities such as farming, trading, and fighting creatures to progress in the game. The game features point-and-click mechanics, with players solving puzzles and making choices that impact the story's outcome.
Reviews
- The game features a charming story and engaging gameplay, making it a delightful experience for casual gamers.
- The graphics and art style are beautiful, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The game offers a good mix of hidden object mechanics and resource management, providing a satisfying sense of progression.
- The storyline is predictable and somewhat cliché, lacking depth and originality.
- Some items are difficult to find, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- The game can feel repetitive, with a lot of backtracking required to complete quests.
- story443 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story in "Hero of the Kingdom II" is a straightforward, albeit cliché, adventure centered around a brother and sister navigating challenges after a disaster, with the brother on a quest to rescue his sister from pirates. While the narrative is simple and predictable, it is enhanced by a variety of side quests and resource management elements that keep players engaged. Overall, the game offers a charming, casual experience suitable for all ages, though it may lack depth for those seeking a more complex storyline.
“The story follows a brother and sister escaping a tough situation, only to find themselves in another strange situation.”
“The game's plot follows a young hero who embarks on an epic journey through a medieval world to find his missing mother.”
“The story is simple, but it's soothing.”
“The story is linear and predictable.”
“The storyline is extremely generic and a bit stereotypical, and there's a lot of shuffling back and forth as you attempt to clear quests and unlock achievements.”
“The story itself is cheesy without any original or memorable part.”
- gameplay133 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Hero of the Kingdom II" is primarily a casual point-and-click adventure that combines hidden object mechanics with resource management and quest completion. While it retains a similar structure and mechanics to its predecessor, it introduces some new features and improvements, offering a relaxing experience that can be addictive despite its simplicity. Players can expect around 6-10 hours of gameplay, with a focus on item collection and trading, making it suitable for those seeking a light, enjoyable gaming experience.
“The best game in the series, lots of hidden objects, a fine story and the different gameplay elements seem to fit together best here.”
“I really enjoyed the gameplay of looking for and collecting various natural produce and then strategically managing resources with traders to use them for quest advancements.”
“The gameplay is really neat and relaxing, finding everything in the game is exciting, lovely hand-drawn graphics...”
“The gameplay mostly is about collecting enough stuff to complete requests to get other stuff while progressing the linear story.”
“There's a lot of reading, and virtually no actual gameplay other than spotting things and clicking on them.”
“The same grinding mechanics and resource management are back.”
- graphics60 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming, hand-drawn art style reminiscent of fairytale illustrations, which many players find appealing and atmospheric. While the visuals largely remain consistent with the previous installment, featuring colorful and rustic designs, some minor updates such as character portraits and improved resolution have been noted. Overall, the graphics are described as decent and enjoyable, contributing to a relaxing gameplay experience, though they do not push the boundaries of innovation.
“The graphics and the soundtrack are atmospheric and manage to create a good atmosphere without any major technical extras.”
“The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is something new and fresh that makes it very enjoyable to play.”
“The storyline is well written and the hand-drawn graphics are amazing for the price.”
“There's no significant change to the general gameplay or visuals other than portraits for important characters.”
“Though there are a few new assets for this game, it is evident that the assets from the first game were reused for the sequel, which maintains the feel of the game but doesn't really innovate in any significant way.”
“The graphics can't be compared to AAA games, but the art design is nice and transitions between the screens are smooth.”
- grinding42 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, "Hero of the Kingdom II" features a mix of grinding elements that some players find tedious, particularly in comparison to its predecessor. While many appreciate the game's engaging story and variety of tasks, they note that certain objectives can become repetitive and require significant backtracking or resource collection, leading to a grindy experience, especially for completionists. However, some players report that with strategic play, the grinding can be minimized, making the game enjoyable despite its occasional tedium.
“However, a small downside of the game is that it can sometimes be tedious to complete certain tasks or objectives, which can disrupt the flow of the game at times.”
“Half of the game is grinding and that gets old really fast.”
“The only problem is that it's super grindy; it's like you need to grind everything to just pass one spot every time, whether it be fishing, picking herbs, etc.”
- music25 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, described as atmospheric, soothing, and effective in enhancing the overall experience. While it contributes positively to the game's ambiance, some players note a lack of variety, leading to repetitiveness over time. Overall, the soundtrack complements the gameplay and story, creating a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere.
“The graphics and the soundtrack are atmospheric and manage to create a good atmosphere without any major technical extras.”
“The music is very soothing and only adds to the calm atmosphere of the game.”
“The peaceful music, intuitive interface, and beautiful graphics all make for a pleasing, casual game experience with no time stress.”
“There's nothing special about the graphics or the music, which is exactly what I was expecting from a game like this.”
“While the actual gameplay mechanics are delightful, and while the game appears very polished (the musical score is particularly high-quality), it’s far from being a cost-efficient game on Steam.”
“Music is decent enough to set up the atmosphere, even after listening to it for a while, it doesn't get annoying, and sounds that play whenever you do something are silly enough to become classic to me already.”
- replayability19 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 58 % negative mentions
Overall, the game exhibits very low replayability, with many players noting that once completed, there is little incentive to play again due to its linear structure and lack of alternative paths or content. Most reviews highlight that while the game can be enjoyable during the initial playthrough, it offers minimal value for repeated sessions, primarily appealing to those interested in completing achievements.
“Beautiful art, nice sound, good English translations, replay value if you're into achievements.”
“Unfortunately low replay value, but for the price, once through is enough.”
“And while I played the original twice just to get all those hidden boxes and eggs, and achievements, here I kind of lack that feeling of replayability.”
“No replayability whatsoever (I perfected the game in 4 hours, and it was not a speedrun at all).”
“There is no replay value to this game: if you played it once, you've seen everything the game has to offer.”
“As the game is primarily story-driven, there is not much replayability.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is enhanced by its engaging graphics and soundtrack, which effectively create an immersive experience without relying on advanced technical features. Players appreciate the transition from a medieval setting to a vibrant pirate era, complemented by a retro art style and a relaxed soundtrack that adds to the overall enjoyment. The inclusion of various quests, storytelling elements, and collectible artwork further enriches the game's atmospheric appeal.
“The graphics and the soundtrack are atmospheric and manage to create a good atmosphere without any major technical extras.”
“Great artwork, tons of collectibles, a relaxed soundtrack with a nice atmosphere for it.”
“Music is decent enough to set up the atmosphere; even after listening to it for a while, it doesn't get annoying, and sounds that play whenever you do something are silly enough to become classic to me already.”
“The first game was all landlocked and more of a medieval atmosphere with knights and castles.”
“Music is decent enough to set up the atmosphere, even after listening to it for a while, it doesn't get annoying, and sounds that play whenever you do something are silly enough to become classic to me already.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its genuinely funny moments and addictive gameplay, with humor stemming from simple yet amusing scenarios, such as defeating an evil demon in a comical manner. Players appreciate the quirky, absurd elements that enhance the overall comedic experience, despite occasional frustrations.
“Truly funny game!”
“The story is simple, as is the gameplay, but it is truly funny and addictive; you want to finish the game and the side quests.”
“Killing an evil demon by just hitting his head several times with a club was funny, though.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is perceived as a simple and wholesome experience suitable for families, offering fun in a short playtime of 4-6 hours. However, some players find it lacking in depth, criticizing the unengaging story and the limited gameplay mechanics, which detracts from its emotional impact.
“Definitely not worth the money; all you can do is click around gathering resources and read a boring story about a man you can't even know anything about, and his ephemeral quest.”
“The emotional depth is lacking; I felt no connection to the characters or their struggles.”
“The story tries to be profound but ends up feeling shallow and unengaging.”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is considered stable with good performance and reliable saving features, though some users have noted minor bugs. Despite these issues, players find it enjoyable and longer than its predecessor.
“It runs great and saves without any issues.”
“The game is more stable than the first one, providing a smoother experience.”
“I appreciate how reliable the game is; it doesn't crash or have major bugs.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
“I experienced several glitches that disrupted my gameplay.”
“There are too many bugs that need to be fixed for a smoother experience.”