Maximus 2: Fantasy Beat-Em-Up

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Maximus 2: Fantasy Beat-Em-Up is a fighting game that offers an excellent story and mechanics, with splendid visuals and hilarious elements. Battle it out in epic fights with heroes in single-player or co-op multiplayer modes. Despite the great gameplay, be prepared for numerous ads that might disrupt the overall experience. Overall, a fun and stimulating game with room for improvement in the ads department.

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Play Modes

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

Maximus 2: Fantasy Beat-Em-Up screenshot

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,273 reviews

story99 positive mentions

monetization27 negative mentions

The game features impressive graphics and smooth gameplay, reminiscent of classic beat 'em ups like Golden Axe.
It offers a fun and engaging multiplayer experience, allowing players to team up and enjoy the game together.
The combat mechanics are enjoyable and responsive, with a variety of characters and skills to explore.

The game suffers from lag issues, especially in multiplayer mode, which can hinder the overall experience.
Some players have reported frustrating hit detection and control issues, making combat feel inconsistent.
The game is relatively short, leaving players wanting more content and additional levels to explore.

story
158 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
35%
2%
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with many players appreciating its engaging narrative and nostalgic elements, while others criticize it for being too short and lacking depth compared to previous titles like Blackmoor 2. Users express a desire for more chapters, character development, and lore to enhance the overall experience. Despite these critiques, the story is generally seen as fun and immersive, contributing positively to the gameplay.
- “Love the story, been here since Duberry's Quest, all of your co-op games so far are the best ones to play with some friends.”
- “The pop-up art style gives the game a good feel to it, the movement and cutscenes in between make you feel like you're in the story.”
- “Very good and wholesome storyline game.”
- “I recommend to improve the story.”
- “One thing I would like to see is more storyline; in Blackmoor 2, there was so much lore around heroes and enemies. Such things in this game would be great.”
- “The storyline is a little confusing.”
graphics
103 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
28%
3%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the vibrant, cartoony art style and smooth performance. Players appreciate the dynamic environments and character designs, often comparing them favorably to classic titles like "Golden Axe" and "Castle Crashers." While some users suggest adding options to lower graphics settings for better accessibility, the overall consensus is that the visuals significantly enhance the gaming experience.
- “The graphics are smooth, the environments dynamic.”
- “The game is simply amazing, love the graphics and the new 3D touch that has been given to the game.”
- “Amazing visuals and fun beat 'em up gameplay.”
- “Awesome game, I just recommend adding an option of lowering the graphics since some people like me don't have that much of a decent phone. Yes, I know the 30 and 60fps graphics option exists, but they did not work.”
- “Also, Maximus 2 story is very small + high ping in Maximus 2 because I can't reduce graphics much and also enemies are very hard in Maximus 2. It feels irritating and stressful. 2/5 for now, waiting for next updates.”
- “Like illegal levels of graphics.”
gameplay
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
23%
6%
The gameplay is generally praised for its quirky combat, fun mechanics, and stunning graphics, offering a mix of simple controls and moderate difficulty. Players appreciate the variety of characters and moves, though some report issues with bugs, clunky movement, and combat mechanics that detract from the experience. Overall, the game is considered enjoyable and engaging, with many users expressing a strong affinity for its design and gameplay elements.
- “Gameplay is cool with lots of moves to learn and also the characters are unique with different skills.”
- “Amazing visuals and fun beat 'em up gameplay.”
- “Easy control and fun gameplay.”
- “Edit: uninstalled due to the persisting bugs like save points not saving the game, clunky movement, horrible fighting mechanics.”
- “Pretty good game though the games need to work on the hitting; it ruins the gameplay a bit.”
- “Very good game ... I really liked that new battle mechanic; maybe it is hard to aim at first but you get used to it ... but I have one problem that is sudden crash.”
humor
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both goofy and entertaining, reminiscent of classic titles like Castle Crashers and Golden Axe. The character designs and quirky dialogue, such as a boss speaking Japanese, add to the comedic experience, making it a fun game to enjoy with friends. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment, with many players expressing a desire for more creative content in future updates.
- “But after I take an action in it, I'm laughing like a clown knowing that the game is super funny and challenging.”
- “My most favorite thing is the boss that speaks Japanese; it's so funny and quirky in a good way.”
- “This game is very cute, and when we take damage, the face of the character is very funny. Beat 'em up is a very happy game.”
monetization
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
6%
84%
The monetization strategy of the game is generally viewed as balanced, with minimal intrusive ads and no microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the game without constant interruptions. However, many users express frustration over the necessity to watch ads for continues, particularly in tougher game modes, which some feel detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the option to progress without ads, others argue that the design seems to push players towards ad viewing to advance.
- “If you're looking for a beat 'em up game with no ads and minimal farming, this is the game for you!”
- “Overall, worth the in-game purchases!”
- “No ads, easy to play, and has a great story!”
- “The game is good and all, but the main problem is that the developers made it almost impossible to beat without watching ads to revive yourself. Especially in gamer mode, where you have to watch at least 5 ads to get through a single stage. The enemies are so tough that some of them one-shot you even on full health.”
- “Devs, choose paid or ads; you can't have both. This behavior would have earned a 5-star rating without this issue.”
- “They're very clearly designed to force you to watch ads to progress on any difficulty.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
44%
19%
The music in the game is widely praised as "legendary" and a major highlight, with many users noting its quality and newness. However, there are significant issues with sound effects and music cutting out during gameplay, especially when ads play or the game freezes, leading to frustration among players. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the experience, technical glitches detract from its enjoyment.
- “The music is also new and very good.”
- “Soundtrack is legendary!”
- “And the music is.....ahh😌😌 what can I say🤩🤩 it's the main reason to play and at last level, after the fight for each character there will be something story comes.....totally awesome game👍👍👍”
- “While using Bluetooth earbuds, I only get music, no sound effects.”
- “Both sound effects and music are enabled in the very confusing settings.”
- “My game keeps freezing when I do something, and when there is an ad, the music from the game stops.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players report that while the game offers enjoyable graphics and controls, it suffers from various glitches and stability issues, including frequent freezing and movement bugs. These problems detract from the experience, leading to mixed reviews, with some users still considering it one of the best mobile games despite its instability.
- “I'm getting used to these glitches in online mode, but they are still a pain.”
- “Game freezes the whole time.”
- “Freezes device.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its deeply emotional and touching storyline, evoking strong feelings of sadness and connection that keep players engaged. Many users highlight its wholesome narrative, expressing gratitude for the impactful experience it provides.
- “It's a very sad story 😥 and so touching; I can't stop playing it 😢.”
- “Very good and wholesome storyline game.”
- “Thanks for the wholesome game 👍.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game is highlighted by its goofy and humorous design, which adds to the overall enjoyment. Players appreciate the attention to detail and the integration of character design with the game's mechanics and storyline, contributing to a fun and engaging experience.
- “I like everything: the details, mechanics, storyline, character design, background design, the sounds, and the easter eggs. I like everything!”
- “The character design is goofy and funny, adding a unique charm to the game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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Overall, players find the graphical design and performance of the game acceptable, but many express concerns about optimization, particularly for devices with lower RAM (2GB). Issues such as character speed and lag hinder gameplay, and users are requesting additional options to enhance performance and customization, including local multiplayer features.
- “I love the game, but the character moves so fast I can't play it normally and it lags. Could you optimize it for 2GB RAM phones? Also, could you add options to remove falling leaves, add more character skins, and include local multiplayer via Wi-Fi and hotspot? That's all; I hope this game will be popular! 👍🏻😁😁😁”
- “I love the game, but the character moves so fast that I can't play it normally, and it lags. Could you optimize it for 2GB RAM phones? Also, could you add an option to remove falling leaves, add more character skins, and include local multiplayer via Wi-Fi and hotspot? I hope this game will be popular!”
- “The game has great potential, but the optimization is lacking. It struggles to run smoothly on lower-end devices, which makes it frustrating to play.”
- “While the gameplay is enjoyable, the performance issues are a major drawback. The frequent lag and slow loading times really detract from the overall experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the lack of ads and minimal farming, others feel that the grind can become tedious, especially when trying to unlock characters and equipment. The increased level cap could alleviate some of the tedium, but many still find the grind excessive, particularly on harder difficulty settings.
- “Beating gamer mode solo feels a little tedious for certain characters, and the increased level cap would solve that issue.”
- “Way too grindy though, I've been playing on hard while only buying 1-2 pieces of equipment per shop, and I only have 10k, while the cheapest character costs 20k.”