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MOAI 2: Path to Another World

71%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
gameplay, replayability
83% User Score Based on 36 reviews

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MOAI 2: Path to Another World is a resource management and strategy game. After a mysterious attack, the residents of a Pacific island are turned to stone, and it's up to you to restore them. Cultivate crops, trade resources, and construct buildings to gather the magic needed to revive the island's inhabitants. With the help of a shape-shifting god, navigate through vividly detailed levels and save the island from an evil curse.

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MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot
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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews
story7 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
  • MOAI 2 offers a vast number of levels, including alternate versions that provide additional challenges and objectives, ensuring many hours of gameplay.
  • The game features stunning HD graphics and a charming art style that enhances the overall experience, making it visually appealing.
  • The introduction of a backpack system allows players to equip artifacts that provide various bonuses, adding a strategic layer to the gameplay.
  • Several levels have been reported as buggy, with issues such as broken achievements and unresponsive gameplay, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • The absence of voice-overs in the sequel, which were present in the first game, is a noticeable downgrade for players who enjoyed the narrative elements.
  • Some players find the gameplay to be too simplistic and lacking in challenge compared to the original, leading to a less engaging experience.
  • story
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Moai 2" follows a classic adventure narrative where the hero embarks on a quest to rescue his kidnapped wife from the underworld, enriched by engaging dialogue and storyboard elements throughout the levels. While some players find the plot simple and secondary to gameplay, others appreciate its emotional depth and the charming art style that complements the storyline. Overall, the game successfully combines a straightforward narrative with enjoyable resource management mechanics, making it a worthy sequel to its predecessor.

    • “Now, brace yourselves for an epic adventure as our valiant hero embarks on a quest across diverse lands, determined to rescue his wife from the clutches of the underworld.”
    • “Despite its simple story, it grabs your attention with its classic plotline and the emotional journey of rescuing a loved one.”
    • “You play a hero who is on a mission to save their beloved from evil and along the way you help other lands affected by this dark cloud.”
    • “Who needs a motive when you can just whisk away a character for the sake of plot development?”
    • “And anything like a storyline was non-existent.”
    • “There is a story, but to be honest, I don't really follow it; I just care about the gameplay, so I can't comment on the story itself.”
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in Moai 2 are widely praised for their stunning artwork and vibrant colors, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. While the visuals are polished and maintain a high quality, some reviewers noted that the game does not significantly advance beyond its predecessor in terms of graphics and sound. Overall, the cute and exotic art style, along with the option to adjust visuals, enhances the game's appeal, particularly for a family-friendly audience.

    • “One aspect I particularly liked about Moai 2 is the stunning artwork.”
    • “One of the biggest improvements in this sequel is the polished HD graphics which make this game more enjoyable than the original, in my opinion.”
    • “The art style is cute and would be at home in any children's storybook.”
    • “It doesn't, however, advance on the original very far in terms of graphics and sound, and the levels felt smaller and more confined.”
    • “The sequel offers the same high quality artwork and music with the only change being the removal of voiced narration during the interlude scenes.”
    • “Moai 2: Path to Another World is yet another delightful casual game featuring this publisher's trademark cutesy art style and family-friendly content.”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by multitasking and resource management, with familiar mechanics enhanced by new features, though some players report bugs and broken achievements. While it retains the core elements of its predecessor, "moai 2" offers improved graphics and customization options, making it accessible for returning players. Overall, the gameplay remains engaging and enjoyable, particularly for fans of the original.

    • “The gameplay involves multitasking and managing resources efficiently to build and collect things.”
    • “It incorporates familiar gameplay mechanics along with new features to keep things exciting.”
    • “With adventure to spare, an inspiring story of destiny, and gameplay that will hold you in a grip of excitement - recommended!”
    • “Well, the gameplay has improved a bit, but with a cost of bugs, broken achievements, etc.”
    • “The gameplay didn't really change: Moai 2 is a casual time management game, where objectives must be met in order to advance.”
    • “It really isn't much different from the first one apart from improved graphics and a few more options in how you customize your gameplay by picking up artifacts that give different bonuses.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its pleasant, easy-listening quality that complements the artwork style and enhances the overall atmosphere. The soundtrack is described as good and unobtrusive, contributing positively to the gameplay experience, while the sequel maintains this high standard, albeit without voiced narration in interlude scenes.

    • “I like the artwork style and musical score; the puzzle for each level to beat the clock while meeting the criteria can be quite a challenge.”
    • “The soundtrack is also good.”
    • “The sounds are cute and atmospheric, and the music is pleasant, easy listening, and unobtrusive.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while Moai 2 offers a larger content experience that can take over 40 hours to complete, some users feel that the replay value is still low.

    • “Moai 2 is larger than the original game in content and could take about 40 hours or more to complete, and it does have replay value.”
    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
    • “Moai 2 is larger than the original game in content and could take about 40 hours or more to complete, but it does have replay value.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization aspect is noted for enhancing worker performance, resulting in increased speed and improved health.

    • “Additionally, it improves the performance of workers, making them faster and healthier.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game effectively engages players emotionally through its classic plotline centered on the journey of rescuing a loved one, despite having a straightforward story.

    • “Despite its simple story, it grabs your attention with its classic plotline and the emotional journey of rescuing a loved one.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users have reported issues with stability, particularly noting that level 23(a) is buggy, which may affect gameplay experience.

    • “Level 23(a) is buggy.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to progress.”
    • “I've experienced multiple glitches that disrupt gameplay.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by cute sounds and pleasant, unobtrusive music that enhances the overall experience without being distracting.

    • “The sounds are cute and atmospheric, and the music is pleasant, easy listening, and unobtrusive.”

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