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Kindergarten 2

98%Game Brain Score
story, humor
grinding, stability
98% User Score Based on 6,938 reviews

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"Kindergarten 2" is a dark comedy adventure game where players navigate a perilous kindergarten as a mischievous student. Solve puzzles, avoid danger, and make morally ambiguous choices to uncover the school's sinister secrets. With multiple endings, every decision matters in this wild and humorous romp.

Kindergarten 2 screenshot
Kindergarten 2 screenshot
Kindergarten 2 screenshot
Kindergarten 2 screenshot
Kindergarten 2 screenshot
Kindergarten 2 screenshot
Kindergarten 2 screenshot
Kindergarten 2 screenshot

98%
Audience ScoreBased on 6,938 reviews
story412 positive mentions
grinding28 negative mentions

  • story
    998 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Kindergarten 2" is a continuation of its predecessor, featuring a whimsical yet dark narrative filled with humor, absurdity, and engaging character interactions. Players navigate through nine missions that intertwine various storylines, offering a mix of humor and gore, while the new mission map system simplifies quest tracking. While some players appreciated the streamlined approach, others felt it reduced the trial-and-error charm of the first game, leading to a more linear experience overall.

    • “The storyline is actually really lore-heavy and compelling, despite the game being sort of a satire type game.”
    • “The game continues the excellence of its predecessor, with an engaging storyline that keeps you hooked from start to finish.”
    • “This story-packed adventure takes the gameplay to a whole new level, delivering a one-of-a-kind experience that is sure to captivate players.”
    • “And then there's the story, or lack thereof.”
    • “With mindless gameplay, a nonsensical story, and technical issues galore, it's a game best left forgotten.”
    • “With every quest line, you are told exactly what you are supposed to do, how to spend your money, etc. it ends up taking the decision making out and leaving this feeling like a story game that ends up being frustrating at times.”
  • humor
    664 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in "Kindergarten 2" is widely praised for its dark, absurd, and often shocking nature, reminiscent of shows like South Park. Players appreciate the game's blend of hilarious dialogue, quirky characters, and unexpected plot twists, with many noting that the humor is even more refined than in the first installment. However, the game's edgy themes and violent content may not appeal to everyone, making it best suited for those with a taste for dark comedy.

    • “If you love absurd humor and a wild plot, this is for you.”
    • “The humor is absolutely, amazingly dark and I live for it.”
    • “With its quirky characters, head-scratching puzzles, and dark humor, this sequel keeps the original's charm alive.”
    • “It is not funny, and is wildly inappropriate!”
  • gameplay
    188 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "Kindergarten 2" retains the core mechanics of its predecessor while introducing new features, such as a more forgiving restart system and the addition of the monstermon card game, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players find the gameplay to be more linear and less challenging, leading to feelings of repetitiveness and a lack of exploration. Despite these criticisms, many appreciate the engaging narrative, dark humor, and improved mechanics, making it a worthy sequel for fans of the original.

    • “Not only is it a longer and expanded take on the first game, the developers made a lot of improvements in terms of gameplay as well as new additions and collectibles to make it worth replaying.”
    • “The gameplay remains focused on decision-making and problem-solving, with each day presenting a new set of challenges and opportunities.”
    • “A worthy sequel to the original darkly humorous game, with a larger cast of characters, more hilarious and bizarre missions, and more user-friendly gameplay.”
    • “With mindless gameplay, a nonsensical story, and technical issues galore, it's a game best left forgotten.”
    • “Loved the first game, but they took away the trial and error aspect that was the core of the gameplay in this sequel.”
    • “After that, the gameplay becomes very linear and hand-holding, with no room for experimentation or requiring any real thought.”
  • graphics
    90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the charming pixel art style and colorful visuals, while others criticize the simplicity and dated character models reminiscent of low-budget flash games. Many players appreciate the graphical improvements over the previous installment, noting that the cartoonish aesthetic complements the humor and storyline, despite some glitches and a preference for the more detailed art of the original. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant aspect of the game's appeal, balancing nostalgia with a fresh take on the art style.

    • “I also think this game is a massive graphical update to the first.”
    • “The game retains the same cartoonish art style that fans have come to love, with characters that are as eccentric and memorable as ever.”
    • “It's amazing, the pixel graphics, the gore, the humor, all of it is 10/10.”
    • “The graphics are as dated as ever, with character models that look like they were lifted straight from a low-budget flash game.”
    • “One more thing that kinda bugs me: the art style has been simplified from the original, with less gradients and mostly flat colors, making it much less pleasing to the eye.”
    • “The most prominent example being the art style, in this game the details are way more simple and colorful, the added pixel count in the previous game allowed for more detail which accentuated the grimy and shady nature of the school which is an art style I prefer.”
  • replayability
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a branching storyline that enhances its replayability, encouraging players to explore different choices and outcomes. Many users find it enjoyable and fun, with significant replay value due to collectibles and secrets, although some note that familiarity with the game can diminish the incentive to replay. Overall, while it offers a rich experience for completionists, some players feel it lacks sufficient content for repeated playthroughs.

    • “The game introduces a branching storyline that can lead to different outcomes, adding a layer of replayability as you try out different choices to see how they play out.”
    • “Very fun game with little puzzles and good characters, with lots of replay value!”
    • “Amazing game, fun and cheap, and so much replay value when collecting the monstermon cards for the snap ending!”
    • “Replay value 5/10 - it's hard to replay if you remember all the steps easily, but I love Kindergarten 2, so I hope I can give it time and come back to it.”
    • “It's fun, witty, and has a nice feel to it, but by the time you finish, it's almost like you feel something is missing from this game, whether it's more content, higher difficulty, or lacking that replay value.”
    • “No more achievements, no more cards, no more quests, and it doesn’t have replay value.”
  • grinding
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly when it comes to tasks like collecting monstermon cards. However, many appreciate the improvements in the sequel, which has streamlined certain processes and made the overall experience less burdensome compared to the original. While some still feel that grinding is a significant part of the gameplay, the clearer hints and reduced trial-and-error elements have made it more manageable.

    • “Collecting 50 monstermon cards is a long and tedious task.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “It does get a little tedious and repetitive completing everything, but there is definitely a fair amount of content if you're interested in it.”
  • stability
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting a range of glitches, including game-breaking issues, crashes, and freezes. While some users noted improvements over the previous installment, they still encountered enough bugs to suggest that the game is currently in a somewhat unstable state. Overall, players recommend waiting for patches to address these issues before diving in fully.

    • “Great game, no glitches.”
    • “Kindergarten 2 is riddled with them, from game-breaking glitches to crashes and freezes that will have you pulling your hair out in frustration.”
    • “It runs for about 10 seconds and then it just freezes.”
    • “The state it's in right now is really buggy but they seem to be patching it, so I would wait a week then buy it; besides that, the game itself is really fun.”
  • music
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it memorable and outstanding, while others criticize it for being repetitive and annoying. Many noted that a single music track plays throughout the game, which can become maddening and detracts from the overall experience. Despite the varied opinions, the game's missions and characters are generally praised, suggesting that the music may not significantly impact the enjoyment of gameplay.

    • “It's a great game with amazing music and plot.”
    • “It is overall a very good game, the animation and art is incredible, the music is outstanding and the missions are super fun to play.”
    • “The music is upbeat, which can be creepy considering the events that unfold.”
    • “The same small music sample plays throughout the entire game, slowly driving you insane.”
    • “It just kept on going; maybe try different music for each segment of the game, one for morning time, lunch, gym/science, and the bedroom segment, etc. It was just driving me insane.”
    • “One song plays throughout your entire game.”
  • emotional
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game to be deeply emotional, with many expressing that it evoked strong feelings, including tears upon completion. It is noted as a significant improvement over its predecessor, Kindergarten 2, and is described as wholesome, though players are advised to experience the first game to fully appreciate the story's emotional depth.

    • “The only game that made me cry after completing it.”
    • “A big improvement from Kindergarten 2; I simply love this game and got... weirdly emotional at some parts.”
    • “Such a wholesome game.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by a vibrant and colorful aesthetic that starkly contrasts with the darker themes present in the game, a hallmark of the kindergarten genre. This juxtaposition creates a unique and engaging environment that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The bright, colorful atmosphere is in stark contrast to the chaotic events unfolding, which is a hallmark of kindergarten games.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users highlight that character development is prominently showcased from the very beginning of the game, starting in kindergarten, allowing players to witness significant growth and evolution throughout the narrative.

    • “You can really see the character development from kindergarten 1.”
    • “The character development is evident from the very beginning of the game.”
    • “The progression of character development throughout the game is truly impressive.”

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16h Median play time
71h Average play time
6-98h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 26 analyzed playthroughs

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