MOAI 2: Path to Another World

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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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Play Modes

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

MOAI 2: Path to Another World screenshot

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features many levels and alternate objectives, providing hours of engaging gameplay.
The artwork and graphics are visually appealing, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
The inclusion of a casual mode allows players to enjoy the game without the stress of tight timers.

Several levels are reported to be buggy, making them frustrating or impossible to complete.
Achievements can be broken or difficult to unlock, leading to player dissatisfaction.
The gameplay does not significantly advance from the first game, leaving some players wanting more innovation.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The story revolves around a classic quest narrative where the hero must rescue his wife from the underworld, featuring engaging dialogue and storyboard elements that enhance the experience. While some players find the plot simple and secondary to gameplay, others appreciate its emotional depth and the nostalgic connection to the first game. Overall, the story is deemed decent, with a mix of interest and indifference among players.
- “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.”
- “The story in Moai 2 is interesting, with a classic plotline. The hero's lover is kidnapped to the underworld, and the hero embarks on a mission to save her.”
- “Despite its simple story, it grabs your attention with its classic plotline and the emotional journey of rescuing a loved one.”
- “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
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The graphics in Moai 2 are praised for their stunning artwork and vibrant colors, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. While the visuals are well-executed and exotic, some players feel that the game does not significantly advance beyond its predecessor in terms of graphics and sound, with levels appearing smaller and more confined. Overall, the artwork style and visual options are well-received, enhancing the game's appeal.
- “One aspect I particularly liked about Moai 2 is the stunning artwork.”
- “The fantastic artwork and inclusion of more female characters make it a well-rounded and enjoyable gaming experience that you shouldn't miss out on!”
- “The graphics are great and it is brightly colored.”
- “It doesn't, however, advance on the original very far in terms of graphics and sound, and the levels felt smaller and more confined.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
44%
33%
The gameplay is centered around multitasking and resource management, featuring a blend of familiar mechanics and new elements to enhance the experience. While there are improvements in graphics and customization options, some players have noted persistent bugs and issues with achievements. Overall, the core gameplay remains similar to its predecessor, focusing on casual time management objectives.
- “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.”
- “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
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is well-received, with users praising the musical score and soundtrack as enjoyable. The combination of engaging artwork and challenging puzzles enhances the overall experience.
- “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.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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
100%
The game effectively engages players emotionally through its classic plotline centered on the heartfelt journey of rescuing a loved one, despite its straightforward narrative.
- “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
300%
Users have reported that level 23(a) is particularly buggy, indicating stability issues within that specific part of the game.
- “Level 23(a) is buggy.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches throughout my gameplay.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has low replayability, with users indicating that there is little incentive to play it multiple times.
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”