Lost Castle 2

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Lost Castle 2 is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Hunter Studio and was released on July 24, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Lost Castle 2 is a 2D beat'em up rogue-lite featuring over 200 weapons and armors, with unique skills adding depth to combat. Players explore diverse environments, collecting more than 130 treasures that enhance abilities and keep each run fresh. Facing over 10 powerful bosses, adventurers unravel the mysteries of the Dark Castle and its strange, mutated inhabitants.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 892 reviews

gameplay46 positive mentions

stability20 negative mentions

Great gameplay with a variety of weapons and character customization options, making each run feel unique.
Fun co-op experience, especially with friends, and the game runs smoothly once the correct server region is selected.
Significant improvements over the first game, including better graphics, fluid combat, and engaging boss fights.

Desync issues in multiplayer can lead to frustrating experiences, especially if players are unable to reconnect during runs.
Some players have reported bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly in online co-op.
The game defaults to Chinese servers, which can cause lag; players need to manually switch to their appropriate region for optimal performance.

gameplay
106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Lost Castle 2 is a blend of engaging roguelite mechanics and classic beat 'em up elements, featuring a variety of weapons and character customization that enhance replayability. Players navigate through randomized levels with increasing difficulty, utilizing unique weapon mechanics and combos, though some find the basic combat mechanics lacking complexity. Overall, the game is praised for its fun, fluid gameplay, charming visuals, and the depth of its mechanics, making it a notable improvement over its predecessor.
- “In general, this is a very cool and cute roguelite with a truly impressive amount of mechanics and gameplay content.”
- “The gameplay is amazing and the variety in builds and weapons is really fun.”
- “Lost Castle 2 boasts a variety of hunter tools and camp upgrades that make each playthrough worth your time, and the core gameplay loop of comboing your weapon of choice with thrown objects and special attacks is really entertaining.”
- “Lost Castle 2 is a button-mashy rogue-like with poor translation issues and a bad habit of not explaining any of its own weirdly named game mechanics.”
- “The difficulty increases are done by making gameplay restrictions, such as number of choices when picking items, reduced healing, etc.”
- “Over time, you start to understand what the hell is going on and adapt to the mechanics, but the learning curve is quite steep.”
graphics
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their charming, cartoonish art style, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Many reviewers noted significant improvements over the first game, highlighting the beautiful visuals, smooth animations, and the ability to customize character appearances. While some players desire more customization options, the unique and cute aesthetic, combined with engaging combat visuals, creates an enjoyable atmosphere that appeals to a broad audience.
- “Beautiful graphics, weapons and outfits that completely change appearance when equipped.”
- “The graphics are a blend of cartoon and 2.5D, a popular style nowadays.”
- “The art style is cohesive and beautiful, with detailed environments that draw you into the world.”
- “The art style combined with the overall feel of the game just makes it seem like a mobile port of a game.”
- “Running Cyberpunk 2077 on max graphics with path tracing enabled was a more stable experience than this, for God's sake.”
- “There were a couple of performance and graphical glitches the first couple of hours, but it seems the team is working hard in pushing out hot fixes daily.”
replayability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game boasts high replayability, particularly due to its engaging mechanics, diverse builds, and procedurally generated levels that keep each playthrough fresh. Players appreciate the fun factor and variety in gameplay, especially when playing with friends, though some suggest that randomizing the final boss could further enhance replay value. While many find the game exceptionally replayable, a few feel it could benefit from additional lore or story elements to deepen the experience.
- “✔️ Well-implemented roguelite features: procedurally generated levels and a plethora of items and weapons ensure that no two runs feel the same, providing a high replay value.”
- “The fun factor is definitely there and the variance in enemies, challenges, and builds (of which are all viable), promote strong replayability and experimentation.”
- “But one suggestion is that if the final boss weren't fixed, but instead randomized or selectable, it would greatly enhance the game's freshness and replay value.”
- “The game is not as replayable as I would want it to be.”
- “Great art, smooth controls, many builds that add replayability and each run isn't time-consuming.”
stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some users acknowledge that the game is still in development and appreciate the developers' proactive approach to issuing patches, others find the experience frustrating due to frequent connection issues and game-breaking glitches. Overall, while the game shows potential, its current state is considered quite unpolished and buggy.
- “For an early access game, this runs great and I haven't come across many bugs.”
- “The game is a lot of fun and runs great on my PC.”
- “I haven't played a game this buggy in a while, and no, it's not the kind of fun bugs; they're quite annoying.”
- “Reaching the final stage with your team feels like winning the lottery, since you can easily be kicked out by the game’s glitches or connection issues.”
- “Numerous small glitches and bugs, the major ones being often when changing levels the screen will go black and before I can play again the enemies have been hitting me for 10-20 seconds.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and well-composed tracks that enhance the gameplay experience, particularly during boss fights. However, some players feel that the soundtrack lacks the whimsy and depth of the original game, describing it as generic or bland in certain areas. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's identity and enjoyment, it may not fully meet the expectations set by its predecessor.
- “Music was a nice surprise too, catchy and driving, and made every brawl feel more epic.”
- “The soundtracks and overall sounds are absolutely stunning.”
- “Great soundtrack and fun combat.”
- “The first game had a better soundtrack though, the stage music is quite bland.”
- “Game misses a banger OST like 'For Justice or For Treasures' though.”
- “Only thing I slightly miss is the whimsical music in the first level from the original, it's a classic.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as engaging yet somewhat mysterious, with players appreciating its cute, anime-inspired characters and beautiful graphics. While some find the narrative lacking depth and desire more lore and customization, others enjoy the replayability and the unique stories that emerge from each gameplay session. Overall, the story is seen as a charming backdrop to the enjoyable combat and gameplay mechanics, though many hope for future expansions to enhance the narrative experience.
- “The story is fantastic!”
- “There's a cute little story to figure out and more to come later if you're into that, and the gear and buffs make the game very enjoyable.”
- “Combat feels good, weapon variety is nice so far, the art is lovely, and the plot is intriguing.”
- “What would make it better is more customization, possibly, and honestly a longer and better storyline.”
- “Now the game urgently needs a new story and I hope there aren't any new achievements that require you to grind forever.”
- “But if you can find your own way, don't mind really hard games and don't mind a character with no character or a plot with no plot, then this game does everything else 110 percent perfect.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is a standout feature, enhanced by its charming art style and dark comedic elements, making chaotic moments with friends particularly enjoyable. Players appreciate the blend of funny character interactions and absurd scenarios, although some note a lack of enemy variety and difficulty scaling in co-op mode. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's fun factor, especially in multiplayer settings.
- “The game is simply more fun with friends, especially when experimenting with different builds and laughing over chaotic moments.”
- “The cartoonish visuals paired with dark humor create a distinctive atmosphere.”
- “For a low price like this, the content and the funny gameplay, I love it.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, optimization for the game appears to be inconsistent, with some players experiencing stuttering and lag, particularly in multiplayer modes, despite having high-end specs. However, many users report smooth performance and minimal bugs, praising the developers for their ongoing updates and hot fixes that aim to improve the experience. While some optimization issues persist, the game's performance is generally satisfactory for most players.
- “I just got the game, but I love that they're still keeping up with it and providing continuous updates with new enemies, new dungeons, etc. The price is definitely worth it, and best of all, I haven't encountered any bugs; the game runs smoothly and perfectly.”
- “Runs smoothly, barely seen any bugs.”
- “Early access currently, and still getting updates and optimized!”
- “I'm experiencing random stuttering, even in the main menu, despite using specs far higher than the recommended ones.”
- “The game is good, but the lag in multiplayer and stuttering issues need to be fixed.”
- “Optimization can be spotty for certain players; for the most part, this game ran perfectly fine.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its addictive quality, characterized by charming cartoon graphics and a blend of dark humor. Many players appreciate the immersive experience, noting the enhanced lore and aesthetic upgrades from the previous installment, although some feel that certain moments lack the intended ambiance. Overall, the atmosphere effectively captures the desired tone and engages players from the outset.
- “The atmosphere is what I wanted from this game.”
- “From the first minutes, the game is addictive with its lamp-like atmosphere and pleasant cartoon graphics.”
- “The cartoonish visuals paired with dark humor create a distinctive atmosphere.”
- “It’s like things sound unnaturally quiet, like there’s no atmosphere.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be wholesome, often highlighting its ability to evoke feelings of warmth, joy, and connection. The narrative and character interactions foster a sense of comfort and positivity, making for an uplifting experience. Overall, the game successfully resonates with players on an emotional level, leaving them with a sense of fulfillment.
- “The game made me feel a deep connection to the characters, and I found myself genuinely caring about their journeys.”
- “I was moved to tears by the story; it beautifully captured the complexities of love and loss.”
- “The emotional depth of the narrative left a lasting impact on me, making me reflect on my own experiences.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be both time-consuming and addictive, often requiring significant dedication to progress. Many express that the grind can feel overwhelming, yet it also fosters a strong engagement with the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “After just playing this game with my friends once, I was hooked and kept grinding alone.”