Heroes of Loot 2
- June 7, 2016
- Orangepixel
- 7h median play time
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Reviews
- Fast-paced and addictive gameplay with a variety of characters and unlockable content.
- Great pixel art style and environments, reminiscent of classic dungeon crawlers like Gauntlet.
- Local co-op mode adds to the fun, allowing players to team up and strategize together.
- Auto-aim mechanics reduce the need for skillful control, making gameplay feel simplistic.
- Lack of detailed item descriptions and repetitive level design can lead to confusion and boredom.
- Sound design, including music and sound effects, is often criticized as being unpleasant and distracting.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay features fast-paced dungeon crawling and character evolution with each playthrough, making it addictive and engaging. However, some players criticize the reliance on auto-aim, which diminishes the use of the twin-stick mechanic. Overall, while the game maintains a visually appealing and familiar gameplay style, it has mixed feedback regarding certain mechanics.
“Character evolves with every playthrough, unlockable characters, and very addictive fast dungeon crawl gameplay.”
“The game looks nice and is pretty similar in gameplay to the last one.”
“The game uses auto-aim, so there's not much reason to use the twin-stick mechanic.”
“So, starting with the gameplay, there are some elements that I did not like.”
“Gameplay is always the core of my interest.”
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story mode features eight characters, with four available from the start and the remaining four unlocked by collecting hero cards through repetitive and mundane quests, such as "find a key." Players often find the levels visually similar and lacking in satisfaction, leading to a sense of monotony in the storytelling experience.
“The game has a 'story' mode and endless/survival mode, providing a variety of gameplay experiences.”
“There are 8 characters in total, with 4 unlocked at the start. To unlock the other 4, you need to collect hero cards through the game's story mode, requiring about 15-20 hero cards per hero.”
“The quests in the story mode offer a unique challenge, as players must engage in various tasks to progress and unlock new characters.”
“The quests are as mundane as 'find a key.' One level looks like another, and I never got a sense of satisfaction from finishing it.”
“The game has 8 characters in total, with 4 unlocked at the start. To unlock the other 4, you need to collect 15-20 hero cards via the game's story mode.”
“The story mode feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game received mixed reviews, with some players finding it hard on the ears and detrimental to the experience, while others appreciated the subtlety and suitability of the soundtrack, along with the quality of the sound effects.
“- Subtle, well-suited music and some great sound effects.”
“The music and sound were really what killed it for me.”
“The music was hard on the ears, too.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a strong appreciation for the character designs, particularly noting the wizard as a standout. However, there is no specific mention of character development or growth within the narrative.
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised as perfect, with users expressing satisfaction despite noting that some tiles could benefit from additional polish. Overall, the immersive environment significantly enhances the gaming experience.
“The atmosphere is perfect, creating an immersive experience that draws you in.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics have garnered positive attention, with users noting appealing similarities in art style and gameplay that influenced their decision to purchase the game immediately after viewing the trailer.
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Heroes of Loot 2 is highly praised for its abundant content, offering significant replayability that keeps players engaged.
“Heroes of Loot 2 is packed with content and replayability.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing level transitions and a variety of entertaining elements, contributing to an engaging experience despite being in early access. Players appreciate the comedic aspects alongside the diverse content and gameplay features.
“For a game just beginning its early access, there sure is a good amount of content here, a bunch of passive and interesting items, enemy variety, levels, teleporters, cool bosses, and very funny level transitions.”
