Mr Hopp's Playhouse 2
- March 20, 2023
- Moonbit Mobile
- 5h median play time
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Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game features a captivating story with engaging characters and lore, making it a worthy sequel to the first installment.
- Gameplay is fun and challenging, with a variety of puzzles and mini-games that enhance the overall experience.
- The atmosphere is creepy and well-executed, with effective jump scares and a nostalgic pixel art style that adds to the horror elements.
- Some players found the difficulty level to be excessively high, particularly with certain medallion challenges and platforming sections that can lead to frustration.
- The checkpoint system can be punishing, often sending players back significantly after dying, which disrupts the flow of gameplay.
- There are complaints about the controls being unresponsive at times, making it difficult to navigate certain sections effectively.
- story50 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's story has been widely praised for its depth and engagement, with many reviewers noting significant improvements over its predecessor, including expanded lore and character development. While some found the horror elements less impactful, the intriguing plot and dark backstory captivated players, making it a compelling experience overall. However, a few critiques mentioned the story's brevity and occasional confusion, suggesting that while the narrative is strong, it could benefit from clearer storytelling.
“Overall, the story is super interesting and engaging, and I like the setting and how the characters were executed as well.”
“The game is a prequel to the first game and brings the expansion of Mr. Hopps, giving the characters more depth and a story. The OST, atmosphere, and voice acting for the game are awesome.”
“The story is really expanded upon and introduces some great lore as well as some creepy new antagonists.”
“Lastly, the story is too short; I completed it in 2 hours.”
“Only about 10% of this game has you in an actually threatening setting, while the rest is just weird storytelling and dying from random obstacles.”
“(actually, I'm still trying to figure out the story, but anyway...).”
- gameplay19 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many praising its unique mechanics, atmosphere, and overall fun factor, while others criticize the introduction of new mechanics that feel poorly integrated and frustrating. Some players found certain challenges, like collecting coins, to be more about the game's design than their skill. Overall, the game offers a blend of engaging elements but struggles with consistency in its mechanics.
“The gameplay is excellent, the graphics are amazing, the sounds are amazing, and the story is excellent!”
“The gameplay is really good and feels like it has its own flair instead of being another 2D pixel game, and the atmosphere only enhances this.”
“A brilliant horror/platformer with some very tense gameplay.”
“There is a new combat mechanic introduced towards the end which maps terribly to the controls and can't be remapped.”
“Also, those coins are a pain to get, especially the one with the orphanage director or whatever the role name is. A lot of times it felt like the game mechanics were sabotaging my attempts, and not my skill, but well, maybe I was just bad.”
“Don't get me wrong, there are parts that have good atmosphere and are genuinely spooky, but instead of taking the simple mechanics of the first game and building on them, this game adds a bunch of new mechanics in ways that don't really mesh well and frequently are actually fairly frustrating, and also are only present for intermittent sections which makes them feel even more out of place.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise for their quality and artistic style, with many players appreciating the vibrant visuals and unique art direction. The graphics are consistently described as amazing, contributing positively to the overall gameplay experience. Players also noted that the graphics enhance the game's atmosphere, even if it isn't particularly scary.
“The gameplay is excellent, the graphics are amazing, the sounds are amazing, and the story is excellent!”
“I liked the style and how simple it was; what a great game for the graphics.”
“I absolutely love the game; the graphics, the story, and just the gameplay in general are all amazing.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, enhanced by a strong soundtrack and voice acting. While some players feel it lacks the intense fright of the original, it successfully deepens the lore and character experiences, creating a unique ambiance that complements the gameplay. Overall, the atmosphere is described as well-crafted, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“The game is a prequel to the first game and brings the expansion of Mr. Hopps, giving the characters more depth and a story. The OST, atmosphere, and voice acting for the game are awesome.”
“This game has a creepy atmosphere and a scary storyline, but I love it!”
“One of the scariest games I've played; the gameplay is fresh, the atmosphere is good, and it has an amazing storyline and plot.”
“Though it may not carry the same frightening atmosphere as the initial game did, it still has done a good job in adding chunks of lore and giving us a more in-depth look into Esther's experience.”
“Not scary with the jump-scares, but this one has a more creepier atmosphere.”
“The game has a creepy atmosphere and a scary storyline, but I love it!”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often due to challenging puzzles and the difficulty of avoiding in-game obstacles. While some appreciate the new chapters, many feel that the repetitive nature of certain tasks can lead to frustration, suggesting that a significant time investment is required to progress.
“A lot of the stuff I had to do took a long time because either the enemies catch you really easily and I had no idea how to get away from them, or the puzzles were so tedious with precise ways of executing them that I was often sent back because I made the slightest movement too far to one side, and you can tell that gets pretty infuriating after a long time.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“So yeah, pretty much the only downside to this game, in my opinion, is that some of the bits are kinda tedious.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a distinct British wit, with some players finding it genuinely amusing, while others feel that the abundance of secrets detracts from the overall comedic effect. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, appealing to those who enjoy quirky and playful elements.
“Haha, British humor at its finest!”
“Funny bunny!”
“So many secrets that it's not even funny.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with players appreciating its emotional depth and how it enhances the overall experience. The softer music box theme for Mr. Hopp is particularly noted for adding a layer of character, while the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's lore and atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered a standout element that complements the gameplay.
“I like that they softened the music box on Mr. Hopp, indicating he's not as weathered and withered. The controls are a bit iffy, though.”
“Good music.”
“Best game ever! Loved the endings, the secrets, the lore, and the music. The extras are so good!”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers good replayability due to its numerous easter eggs, collectibles, and multiple endings, making it enjoyable to revisit. However, once players have unlocked all secrets and endings, the replay value diminishes, though it remains a fun experience overall.
“It is worth the money; this game is longer than the first part and has an interesting story, plus extra secret endings. I would say that the only problem is that once you get all the endings and secrets, there isn't that much replay value, but it's still fun!”
“It's a little short, but there are plenty of easter eggs, collectibles, and endings that make it replayable.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the unique charm of having a demonic plush bunny as a companion, which evokes a sense of beauty and wholesomeness despite its eerie nature. This juxtaposition creates a compelling emotional experience for players.
