Leisure Suit Larry 2 - Looking For Love (In Several Wrong Places)

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In "Leisure Suit Larry 2 - Looking For Love ," Larry Laffer is mercilessly thrown out by his true love and left penniless in Los Angeles. As KGB agents pursue him and an evil doctor plots schemes on a tropical island, Larry must navigate the city and try to win over women once again, with improved graphics and mouse control in this second game of the series.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Leisure Suit Larry 2 - Looking For Love (In Several Wrong Places) screenshot

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

humor31 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

Leisure Suit Larry 2 features improved graphics and a more varied adventure compared to its predecessor, offering a nostalgic experience for fans of retro games.
The game is filled with absurd humor and clever writing, providing many laugh-out-loud moments as players navigate Larry's ridiculous escapades.
The expanded narrative and diverse locations, including tropical islands and spy-themed elements, add depth to the story and enhance the overall gameplay experience.

The game suffers from punishing design choices, including numerous ways to die and unwinnable states due to missed items, requiring frequent saving and reliance on guides.
The text parser interface can be cumbersome and frustrating, often leading to confusion over commands and actions, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
Many players find the dated mechanics and graphics unappealing, making it less accessible for modern audiences who may not appreciate the game's retro style.

humor
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Leisure Suit Larry 2" is characterized by its absurdity, slapstick elements, and a mix of crude and clever jokes, maintaining the series' signature bawdy style. Players can expect a blend of nostalgic, irreverent humor and ridiculous situations, though some may find the humor dated or aimed at a younger audience. Overall, the game offers a humorous adventure that appeals to fans of retro gaming, provided they approach it with patience and an appreciation for its quirky charm.
- “When it comes to point-and-click adventures that stand the test of time, Leisure Suit Larry 2 – Looking for Love (in Several Wrong Places) is a quintessential '80s experience: packed with absurd humor, ridiculous situations, and a healthy dose of frustration guaranteed to challenge even the most patient player.”
- “Al Lowe’s irreverent humor, delightfully nonsensical puzzles, and unforgettable moments make it a must-play for fans of vintage adventures.”
- “We laughed out loud on a few occasions, so the humor is definitely on point even all of these years later.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Leisure Suit Larry 2" is a humorous and absurd continuation of the first game, featuring a more coherent plot that includes elements like KGB agents and survival scenarios. While some players found the narrative enjoyable and filled with comedic moments, others criticized its linearity and lack of logical progression, noting that it is less memorable and more serious than its predecessor. Overall, the game offers a mix of quirky events and character interactions, making it a light-hearted experience despite some frustrating gameplay mechanics.
- “The story and humor are actually quite enjoyable because these various events gave the writers many opportunities to cram in all sorts of jokes.”
- “However, it has a top-notch story that's actually very sweet and romantic.”
- “The game sports a bizarre plot with an even more bizarre protagonist, pitted against zany witch-doctors hiding on tropical islands, colorful (and continuous) assassination attempts from undercover KGB agents, and loads of genuinely funny sitcom moments of confusion over who this leisure-suit-clad hero traveling the world really is.”
- “The story, while not the best or more well thought out, is certainly more exciting than the first, but also makes so much less sense and barely resolves plot points that seem to be huge.”
- “The story is very linear and not as comedic, and the puzzles are more irritating than clever.”
- “While only a few situations are logical and involve the natural rationalization between objects and circumstances, as one proceeds in the story, collecting and activating inventory components becomes increasingly preposterous and implausible.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game show a significant improvement over its predecessor, featuring well-drawn environments and enhanced pixel art that captures the nostalgic charm of the late 80s. However, while they were impressive for their time, many players find them outdated and off-putting by modern standards, with some wishing for a remake that utilizes contemporary graphics technology. Overall, the visuals appeal primarily to those who appreciate vintage aesthetics, but may not resonate with a broader audience today.
- “The environments are well-drawn for their time, offering a clear improvement over the original game’s graphics.”
- “Released in 1988, the game’s graphics show noticeable improvement over its predecessor.”
- “The graphics are definitely a step-up from the original game and make good use of the advancements available during its development to create more environments and more detailed characters.”
- “Blurry, outdated graphics and no way to fix it.”
- “I'm sure that it looked good for its time considering that the first game had Atari-level graphics that left a lot up to imagination, but now it just looks off-putting.”
- “As for technical stuff, the graphics are way outdated.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of *Leisure Suit Larry 2* features a shift to an icon-based interface and includes traditional adventure elements like inventory puzzles and mini-games, reflecting its 1988 origins. While it aimed to expand the game's world and refine mechanics, many players find the dated gameplay frustrating, with some puzzles deemed obtuse and the presence of unwinnable scenarios due to missed actions. Despite its classic status, the gameplay has not aged well, leading to mixed feelings about its enjoyment.
- “Leisure Suit Larry 2 ditches the text-parser gameplay of the first game in favor of Sierra's icon-based interface, marking a shift that would become the standard for future titles.”
- “The gameplay also features more traditional adventure sequences, like inventory-based puzzles and exploration, alongside timed sequences and mini-games.”
- “For the time it was released, this is a relatively impressive representative of earlier graphical text adventures, with the intended scope and ambition demonstrated and exhibited through gameplay being exemplary for modern developments.”
- “I will start by saying that this game is from 1988, so the gameplay mechanics are not what you get in newer games.”
- “Any humor this might have is buried under decades-old gameplay.”
- “It has very old-fashioned adventure gameplay mechanics that haven't aged well, such as dead ends that make the game unwinnable based on pretty ludicrous things you may have missed... even the official hint guide taunts you with these.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is characterized by simple yet effective jaunty tunes that complement its comedic and adventurous tone. While the graphics and sound maintain an old-school pixel art style with minimal 8-bit music, the overall presence of music is limited, with sound effects notably absent.
- “The music is simple but effective, with jaunty tunes that fit the game’s comedic and adventurous tone.”
- “The graphics and sound are pretty much the same as the first game—old-school pixel art and minimal 8-bit music that plays only occasionally.”
- “Music is rare and sound effects are nonexistent.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers note that the game's lack of enhancements for modern hardware significantly diminishes its replayability, as it feels like a straightforward port with little effort to improve the experience.
- “This is a straight port with almost no effort put into making it more playable on modern hardware.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and branching paths makes replaying the game feel tedious.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game benefits from running on the ScummVM software, which remasters the original engine and allows for performance enhancements and improved presentation, resulting in a smoother gaming experience.
- “The game runs on the ScummVM software, which provides a remaster of the original game engine, allowing for some tweaking and enhancing of the overall performance and presentation.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users emphasize that stability is crucial for a hassle-free gaming experience on current systems, highlighting the importance of reliable performance without the need for troubleshooting.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered multiple bugs that disrupted gameplay and forced me to restart.”
- “The stability issues are frustrating; I often lose progress due to unexpected errors.”