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Majesty 2

Majesty 2 stands out as a unique take on the RTS genre but it does not offer anything else compelling.
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61%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
stability, grinding
64% User Score Based on 741 reviews
Critic Score 53%Based on 2 reviews

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Majesty 2 is a single player and multiplayer real-time strategy game with fantasy and historical themes. It was developed by 1C:InoCo and was released on September 17, 2009. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

Majesty 2 is a fantasy-themed real-time strategy game where you guide a kingdom by controlling its hero characters. Your goal is to build and expand your kingdom, complete quests, and defend against enemies, all while managing resources and using diplomacy. The game features a unique indirect control system, where heroes act based on their own free will, adding a layer of unpredictability to the gameplay.

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64%
Audience ScoreBased on 741 reviews
story24 positive mentions
stability12 negative mentions
  • Unique gameplay mechanics that allow players to influence heroes indirectly through bounties and rewards.
  • Charming graphics and humorous narration that add to the overall experience.
  • Variety of hero classes and the ability to promote heroes to lords for future missions.
  • Unbalanced difficulty spikes that can make missions feel impossible, especially with early waves of enemies overwhelming players.
  • Poor AI behavior, where heroes often ignore threats and fail to defend their own buildings.
  • Technical issues, including frequent crashes and problems related to frame rate affecting gameplay.
  • story
    269 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is generally perceived as lacking depth, with many missions feeling repetitive and poorly designed, often relying on luck rather than strategy. Players note that while the initial missions are manageable, the difficulty spikes dramatically in later stages, leading to frustration as they face overwhelming enemy waves and poorly balanced scenarios. Despite some charm and humor in the narrative, the overall execution leaves much to be desired, with many players feeling that the missions do not offer a compelling or cohesive storyline.

    • “Great game that channels the same energy and comedic storytelling from the first one.”
    • “The quests are nice and give flavor to the game.”
    • “It's a strategy game where you don't control your units on your own; you create quests for your various units/heroes and they'll either take on the task or pass depending upon the reward.”
    • “The game is terribly unbalanced and most missions later on feel purely like you are dependent on spawn RNG.”
    • “Some missions simply become impossible, with enemies attacking from multiple sides before you can even finish building.”
    • “The difficulty of the campaign is inconsistent, with some missions being horrifically unbalanced struggles, only to be followed by a relatively simple adventure.”
  • gameplay
    97 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Majesty 2 is characterized by its unique indirect control mechanics, where players hire heroes and set bounties rather than directly commanding them, leading to a mix of strategic depth and frustration. While some players appreciate the nostalgic charm and challenging nature of the game, many criticize it for being unbalanced and lacking the engaging elements of its predecessor, Majesty 1. Overall, the gameplay offers a blend of fun and difficulty, appealing to strategy lovers but potentially overwhelming for casual players.

    • “Very addictive gameplay!”
    • “The game is fun and has an interesting mechanic where you don't control the heroes; you just hire them and set various bounties, which they might then decide to try to collect.”
    • “Good fun RPG title with days of gameplay, expansions available adding extra features and additional content, plus it's cheap to boot!”
    • “The gameplay is mediocre and it feels like the game could do so much more, but in the end developers decided to take the easy and cheap route, making an average game that is not really worth the time.”
    • “Even beyond technical issues, the general design and function of the gameplay is very lacking compared to the original game.”
    • “The hero AI is so broken they just run to their death, and the money mechanic is so bad that you can get starved very quickly.”
  • graphics
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the charming visuals and smooth interface, while others criticize the outdated aesthetic and cartoonish style that detracts from the game's tone. Many agree that the graphics are respectable for the era of release, with some noting that they have aged better than other 3D games from the same period. However, technical issues, such as framerate limitations and loading problems, have also been highlighted, impacting the overall experience.

    • “The graphics aged very well; it doesn't even look that old.”
    • “This is one of my favorite franchises of all time - lovely retro graphics, nice animations, and unique gameplay make this one of its kind.”
    • “The improved graphics and effects are a big bonus.”
    • “Game won't load the visuals for the menu when I start it up.”
    • “The graphics and animations are horrible.”
    • “It's one of those classic scenarios where game developers make a second game without putting the spirit of the original into it; they just made it with way better graphics, which is definitely not what matters. It feels to me like they didn't even playtest the game.”
  • humor
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players appreciating the funny voice acting, quirky character interactions, and amusing narration that often highlights absurd situations, such as heroes ignoring imminent threats for trivial pursuits. While some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, with occasional cringe moments, many enjoyed the lighthearted and nostalgic tone that adds charm to the gameplay experience. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its appeal, making it entertaining despite its challenging mechanics.

    • “The humor in Majesty II is fantastic.”
    • “It's funny that a hero will completely ignore something very important happening around him, like undead spewing from the graveyard and killing nearby villagers, and decide to go shopping instead of helping.”
    • “The narrations are funny and cool and the tutorials are fine and not annoying.”
    • “All the character dialogue is lousy and not funny or badass like the first game.”
    • “The jokes fall flat and often feel forced, lacking the charm of previous installments.”
    • “I expected clever humor, but instead, I got cringeworthy lines that made me roll my eyes.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and quality, with many reviewers highlighting the excellent soundtrack as a standout feature that evokes nostalgia and enhances the atmosphere. While some find the music relaxing and catchy, there are a few dissenting opinions regarding its overall effectiveness. Overall, the sound design, including the music, contributes positively to the game's experience.

    • “The art, music, and presentation are all charming.”
    • “Majesty 2 is a truly remarkable game with a magnificent soundtrack.”
    • “The soundtrack is one of the best; it's really relaxing and pleasant.”
    • “The music is absolutely terrible.”
    • “The difficulty level makes me angry, but the background music is attractive.”
    • “I can still hear the music playing and I haven't played this game in years.”
  • stability
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, significant frame rate issues, and frequent crashes that can corrupt save files. Many players find the game unplayable on newer systems, citing major balancing problems and frustrating AI behavior that detracts from the overall experience. While some acknowledge that the game has potential, the pervasive bugs and instability lead to a general recommendation against purchasing it.

    • “Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this game. If you have a computer newer than 10 years, this game becomes unplayable, and you have to work around the glitches, including the frame rate causing actual build times to be over four times what they originally were.”
    • “As much as I love the original game, Majesty 2 is a buggy piece of garbage with major balancing issues.”
    • “Monster Kingdom is extremely buggy; further on in the game, it would be much more fun if it was stable.”
  • grinding
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews highlight that the game suffers from excessive grinding, with many quests becoming monotonous and tedious, particularly in the expansions. While some players appreciate the grind as a timewaster, others find it detracts from the overall experience, leaving the game feeling hollow and lacking depth. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a significant drawback, overshadowing the game's potential for fun and strategy.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
    • “Poor balance and grindy in its own way.”
    • “The biggest problems with Majesty 2 is the fact that the game is exceptionally grindy for a so-called fantasy kingdom sim...which it isn't at all.”
    • “It feels rather hollow and grindy after a certain point and needs some more depth to it.”
  • replayability
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the randomize mode that enhances replay value, others find the limited number of missions and steep difficulty curve diminish the overall experience.

    • “The replayability is immense due to the randomized setup option.”
    • “The randomize mode adds extra replay value.”
    • “It's so replayable!”
    • “You get the mechanics very quickly, and the replayability is not that great, though.”
    • “I hesitate to say it's a 'bad' game; it just isn't that great, and replayability is low, at least for me.”
    • “About four missions are playable, but after that, the difficulty level increases enormously.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its magical quality and well-executed music, though some users lament the loss of the darker tone present in the first installment. Overall, it creates an engaging and immersive experience for players.

    • “The atmosphere and music in the game are also really well done.”
    • “Magical atmosphere... I love this game!”
    • “It's a shame that this version abandoned the dark atmosphere of Majest 1.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers criticize "Majesty 2" for its perceived lack of originality and quality, labeling it as a cash grab aimed at nostalgic fans of the original game. They recommend opting for the HD version of the original instead, viewing "Majesty 2" as a disappointing attempt to capitalize on the franchise's legacy.

    • “While they are both still fun, Majesty 2 had no reason to exist other than as a cash grab for nostalgic fans of the original.”
    • “Do yourself a favor and buy the HD version of the original game and skip this embarrassing cash grab that the devs seemed to throw together in 5 minutes and slapped the Majesty title onto it hoping to rake in easy money.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized as brilliant yet confusing, creating a unique but potentially disorienting experience for players.

    • “It's brilliant but emotionally confusing, which is an odd mix some might say.”
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Majesty 2 is a real-time strategy game with fantasy and historical themes.

Majesty 2 is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 251 hours playing Majesty 2.

Majesty 2 was released on September 17, 2009.

Majesty 2 was developed by 1C:InoCo.

Majesty 2 has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Majesty 2 is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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