Lucius II

62%
Game Brain Score Based on 781 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • stability
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In Lucius II, players once again assume the role of Lucius, the son of the devil, as he seeks revenge on the Vagner family. This time, Lucius is confined to a mental hospital, where he uses supernatural abilities to manipulate and eliminate staff and patients. The game is a psychological horror stealth game, with puzzle-solving elements and a focus on strategic kills.

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62%
Audience ScoreBased on 781 reviews
story69 positive mentions
gameplay31 negative mentions
  • Offers a variety of ways to kill victims, allowing for creative gameplay.
  • The story continues from the first game, providing a sense of continuity.
  • Improved graphics and a more open-world feel compared to the first game.
  • Riddled with bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
  • AI behavior is often nonsensical, leading to immersion-breaking moments.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive, with many kills feeling similar.
  • story274 mentions

    The story of "Lucius II" continues the dark narrative of its predecessor, featuring the titular character as he navigates a mix of horror and dark humor while executing various evil deeds. While some players appreciate the expanded gameplay and freedom in killing mechanics, many criticize the story for being less engaging and coherent compared to the first game, with a lack of depth and a disappointing conclusion. Overall, the narrative is seen as a mixed bag, offering some interesting elements but ultimately failing to deliver a compelling experience.

    • “The story of Lucius II follows immediately after the story of Lucius I, where you head to a hospital, along with a character from the previous game who has developed a compelling need to protect Lucius.”
    • “The game's story is phenomenal.”
    • “The story is full of creepy twists and unexpected turns that keep you guessing.”
    • “The story is not good at all; it is actually pretty boring.”
    • “The cutscenes honestly look like a cheap YouTube parody, and the story is so half-assed thrown together it's crazy.”
    • “The story is all over the place; I wouldn't even bother paying attention because of how messed up it is.”
  • gameplay178 mentions

    The gameplay of Lucius II has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the mechanics confusing, buggy, and lacking polish. While some appreciate the expanded freedom and new mechanics, others criticize the repetitive nature of the gameplay and the poor AI, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a unique premise but struggles with execution, leaving players divided on its enjoyment.

    • “Despite what people think about this game, it is actually a fair continuation of Lucius I, with a brand new environment and mechanics.”
    • “For those who enjoy hunting down collectibles, Lucius II offers this feature, adding an extra layer of depth and engagement to the gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is fun, but really buggy.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics and repetitive elements may be boring for some players.”
    • “The gameplay, mechanics, and overall execution left much to be desired.”
    • “The mechanics are horrible, it's super prone to glitching out, it's difficult to control, messing one kill up can ruin a string of others, the story is stupid, the sound mixing is so bad you can't even hear the narrator over the repetitive music, the AI makes sim NPCs look like geniuses by comparison, it's often unclear what you're supposed to do with certain objects, it has virtually nothing to do with the first game, the graphics are subpar, it's mostly just free-roaming with no clear objective, and it's optimized badly overall.”
  • stability122 mentions

    The game is widely reported to be plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, ranging from minor visual issues to more disruptive gameplay problems, such as freezing and crashing. While many players find the experience enjoyable despite these flaws, the overall consensus is that the game's stability is significantly lacking, making it feel unfinished and at times frustrating to play. Some reviewers suggest that those who are tolerant of bugs may still find fun in the game, but others recommend waiting for patches to improve stability.

    • “Miles better than the first; the gameplay and story have me completely hooked. I haven't encountered any bugs so far, and while I don't require a game to be absolutely 100% bug-free, any minor issues shouldn't be a problem.”
    • “The game freezes and crashes often, making it extremely hard to play at times, especially during boss fights.”
    • “Filled to the brim with bugs and glitches that constantly drag down gameplay; the AI is beyond a joke and incredibly easy to exploit.”
    • “It's riddled with bugs and glitches, and even though I loved the first game, playing this sequel makes me suspect that maybe a completely different person made it.”
  • graphics74 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players noting improvements over previous installments, while others criticize them as outdated and buggy. Many users report that the graphical quality is decent but not exceptional, often requiring adjustments to settings for optimal performance. Overall, while there are moments of visual appeal, the game's technical issues and lack of polish detract from the overall experience.

    • “An obvious improvement from the first game with better graphics.”
    • “The graphics have improved as well, so now I can finally look at Lucius's face without wanting to return to staring at the back of his head.”
    • “The graphics, along with the gameplay and game engine, have had a nice upgrade from the first version, which is nice to see.”
    • “Considering the game came out 3 years later, the graphics could've improved.”
    • “Please stay away from this title; everything about it screams a lack of talent on all fronts. As horrible as the gameplay, graphics, and story are, this game feels like it should have released in the early 2000s due to feeling so dated.”
    • “The graphics look like they came from the 90s or early 2000s.”
  • humor54 mentions

    The humor in **Lucius II** is characterized by its dark and absurd elements, often stemming from the game's buggy mechanics and creative kill methods, which lead to both intentional and unintentional comedic moments. Players appreciate the satirical take on horror tropes, with many finding the over-the-top violence and quirky voice acting to be genuinely funny, despite the game's unfinished feel. Overall, while the humor can be hit-or-miss, it adds a layer of entertainment that many players find enjoyable, especially for those with a taste for dark comedy.

    • “Other parts were hilarious because they were never supposed to happen but hey, it's not a glitch, it's a feature.”
    • “The voice acting is pretty funny because it’s not just crappy but downright absurd in some parts.”
    • “The game managed to impress me again and again with its cartoonish violence and jovial, malevolent sense of humor.”
  • music30 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the atmospheric soundtrack and improved audio quality compared to the previous installment. However, issues with sound mixing often overshadow the music, making it difficult to hear voice acting and leading to repetitive loops during gameplay. Overall, while the soundtrack is generally appreciated, technical problems detract from the overall experience.

    • “The soundtrack was written magnificently, which fascinates from the very beginning.”
    • “I loved the music in the game.”
    • “There’s a lot of things I like about this game but many of them are also things I liked about the first as well – such as the exploration, the music, and the immersion.”
    • “Controls are clunky, AI are stupid, music and sound completely drown out speech even worse than in the first game.”
    • “I've had issues where music would loop over other music, even during cutscenes, forcing you to quit the game.”
    • “Sound is terribly mixed, with voices being overshadowed by other noises and music.”
  • optimization27 mentions

    The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players reporting significant performance issues, including frequent frame drops and bugs, even on high-end PCs. Many reviewers describe it as poorly optimized and unfinished, leading to a frustrating gaming experience. While some note slight improvements over its predecessor, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from severe optimization problems that detract from its potential enjoyment.

    • “If you enjoyed Lucius, you'll enjoy Lucius 2 (probably, some people had performance issues with 2 but I did not).”
    • “This game is better optimized than its predecessor and best of all, there's many ways to dispatch your potential target.”
    • “Better optimized than the first one.”
    • “This game is clearly a rush job though, it’s pretty crappy in every aspect of its design and the performance is terrible.”
    • “The game is also not too greatly optimized. I have a beast PC with the newest parts on the market but somehow managed to have FPS drops in this game while in bigger games like Watch Dogs Legion I notice no drops on ultra.”
    • “Bad optimization and horrible bugs make this game a 1 out of 10 for me.”
  • atmosphere19 mentions

    The atmosphere of "Lucius II" is a mixed bag, with some players praising its eerie soundscapes and unsettling visuals that contribute to a chilling horror experience. However, many critics argue that it fails to capture the atmospheric charm of its predecessor, citing issues like monotonous level design and gameplay glitches that detract from immersion. Overall, while the game attempts to deliver a distinct style, it struggles to maintain a consistently engaging atmosphere.

    • “The atmosphere is spot-on with eerie soundscapes and detailed visuals that make everything feel delightfully unsettling.”
    • “With expanded gameplay and a chilling atmosphere, it offers a haunting sequel.”
    • “It endeavors to deliver a distinct style and atmosphere, and in many ways, it succeeds admirably.”
    • “It doesn't have the same atmosphere as the first game, and the ways you can kill people may become boring over time, but overall I recommend it.”
    • “There are words all over the place, in your face all the time, and it completely kills the atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere is ruined when you suddenly get picked up by your arm and you ragdoll around and glitch through the wall and floor.”
  • replayability11 mentions

    Overall, "Lucius II" is noted for its high replayability due to the variety of ways to eliminate targets and multiple options for completing levels, making it more engaging than its predecessor. While some players feel it could offer even more replay value, the inclusion of collectibles and different gameplay strategies keeps the experience fresh and enjoyable. However, a few users mention limitations, such as the inability to restart with all experience points, which slightly detracts from its replay potential.

    • “In terms of variety, Lucius II offers a plethora of ways to eliminate your targets, adding depth and replayability to the experience.”
    • “Not a fascinating story, won't take too much to complete, is very replayable, and has a lot of options on how to complete any level.”
    • “According to Steam, there are only about four more missions before the game is complete, but replay value is pretty high – there are collectibles to gather, kills to try out, skills to obtain, and cars to get hit by, so I can see myself playing this one for a while.”
    • “Not as replayable as it could have been... thought I could start again with all XP points, apparently not.”
    • “Lack of replayability.”
    • “Not very replayable but still fun.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and repetitive, with players noting a lack of variety in gameplay and creative methods for completing tasks. Many reviews highlight the experience as frustrating due to bugs and gameplay errors, leading to a sense of boredom and diminished challenge compared to its predecessor. Overall, the grinding feels unpolished and overly simplistic, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “This is a truly tedious and awful experience, wrought with bugs and gameplay errors that make it a chore to even attempt to finish.”
    • “But it gets so tedious and boring over time, with little variety or creative ways to kill people.”
    • “It's tedious, stupid, broken as hell (in the last two chapters, most NPCs died without me even being in the same room) and unpolished like an alpha from a Bethesda game.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Character development in the game is a mixed bag; while Lucius' character and story are well-developed and engaging, other characters suffer from poorly explained motivations and unresolved plot points, leading to a disjointed narrative experience.

    • “Lucius' character and story are deeply fleshed out and engaging.”
    • “Not because of the occult and somewhat taboo source material, but because the narrative presents too many loose ends, features inexplicable character development that is never elaborated on ('because this devil-dude told me to') and somehow never reaches the peak of 'bad sequel' b-movie cringe, which would have excused most of this atrocious garbage.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users finding the storyline boring and unengaging. Additionally, technical issues, such as characters getting stuck and behaving oddly, detract from any potential emotional impact, leaving players feeling unsettled rather than moved.

    • “The story is incredibly boring and fails to evoke any emotional response.”
    • “There are so many bugs, and the storyline is dull and uninspiring.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as a cash grab targeting fans of the original, with players expressing frustration over numerous bugs and misleading advertising regarding the open world experience.

    • “Cash grab for fans of the original game.”
    • “This game is riddled with bugs, and the open world advertisement is a lie.”
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Play time

10hMedian play time
8hAverage play time
8-13hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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