Mutant Football League 2
- May 31, 2024
- Digital Dreams Entertainment
- 38h median play time
Get on Steam"Mutant Football League 2" is an arcade-style football game with 8-on-8 gameplay and over-the-top violence. It features mutant players and deadly traps in the arenas, allowing for strategic play and the use of dirty tricks to defeat opponents. The game is a sequel to the classic Sega Genesis games Mutant League Football and Mutant League Hockey.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The gameplay is solid and fun, with a good foundation that shows potential for improvement.
- Customization options for teams and characters are a highlight, allowing for a personalized gaming experience.
- The graphics have improved significantly from the first game, and the arcade-style action is enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- The game feels too similar to the first installment, lacking enough new content and features to differentiate it.
- There are significant performance issues, especially on older PCs and the Steam Deck, with crashes and frame rate drops reported.
- Many features and teams are missing at launch, leading to a feeling of incompleteness in the early access version.
- gameplay18 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising the introduction of strategic elements like dirty tricks and ref bribing, which enhance the arcade football experience. However, many players feel that the mechanics are too similar to Madden, lacking the unique, over-the-top fun of previous titles like NFL Street. Overall, while the core gameplay loop is solid and addictive, there are concerns about the lack of innovation and content at launch, leaving some players wanting more.
“The dirty tricks and ref bribing are an amazing mechanic that not only make the game more entertaining, but also adds a strategy element. Obviously, due to this being an arcade football game, some things might not happen like they should in a simulation game like Madden or NCAA.”
“Good: gameplay loop is solid and fun and works.”
“Gameplay feels a lot better than MFL1; it has its glitches and faults, but the bones of MFL2 seem to be better than MFL1.”
“What I disliked: mechanics felt too similar to Madden. In MFL 1, your movements and mechanics weren't realistic; I could jump 12 feet in the air and I loved it. It reminded me of NFL Street. Now it's back to reality.”
“Final thoughts: I was a little disappointed. As I mentioned earlier, in MFL 1 it was like playing NFL Blitz or NFL Street; it felt nothing like simulation football and I was happy for it. This game felt too much like playing Madden when it came to the mechanics, not to mention the card packs reminded me of Madden Ultimate Team mode.”
“Sucking up all the time that could have been used for developing new systems, polishing mechanics, and improving gameplay, leaving it a creatively bankrupt copy and paste job.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received significant praise for their improvements over the previous installment, with a new art style and polished visuals enhancing the overall experience. While some users noted that the graphics can appear outdated on lower settings, the game remains playable on various devices, including handhelds, making it accessible. Overall, the advancements in graphics and animation, particularly during tackles, contribute positively to the addictive gameplay, though some players hope for further enhancements in future updates.
“I like the new art style.”
“The graphics are a huge leap forward from MFL 1, and the gameplay is hella addictive.”
“Very nice graphical and netcode improvements over MFL 1!”
“The graphics and physics are also a bit outdated, but the gameplay is so good that you forget about it after a couple of minutes slaying your opponents on the field.”
“I can safely say it is playable even in the current state on the ROG Ally Z1E, albeit turned down graphically, but that is a huge selling point for me as this feels like a very mobile game.”
“But, I really hope that there is more to come in terms of graphics and features.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from optimization issues, particularly on older PCs and devices like the Steam Deck, leading to crashes and performance problems. Users express hope for future updates to improve stability and overall performance.
“Happy to update this review when teething issues with performance get fixed so we can play the game and, of course, more teams.”
“The game did then crash, but I understand that this game is not fully optimized nor does it have all the features.”
“Unfortunately, this game is not yet optimized for older PCs like mine.”
“Happy to update this review when the teething issues with performance get fixed so we can play the game and, of course, more teams.”
“Looking forward to further optimizations and just excited in general.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express strong opposition to microtransactions and purchasable in-game currency, citing their detrimental impact on gameplay and overall experience. They urge developers to resist monetization practices that prioritize profit over player enjoyment, drawing comparisons to the negative transformation of franchises like Madden.
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players into spending money to enjoy the game.”
“I appreciate that the game offers plenty of content without requiring additional purchases.”
“The developers have struck a great balance between monetization and player experience, making it enjoyable for everyone.”
“Finally, for the love of god and all that is holy and sacred: do not put microtransactions or purchasable in-game currency into the game.”
“Be the force against the monolith of greed, excess, and monetization that EA has turned Madden into.”
“Microtransactions and monetization destroyed Madden, turning football fans' pastime into a nightmare, where the only innovation and creativity displayed in the game was on how the developers and publishers were going to milk more money out of the consumer.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, while the game exhibits some minor glitches and bugs, particularly with no huddle plays, the gameplay is generally smooth and shows improvement over its predecessor, MFL1.
“Even though it is buggy in some parts of the game.”
“A few minor glitches when using no-huddle plays, but other than that, the gameplay is rather smooth at launch.”
“Gameplay feels a lot better than MFL1; it has its glitches and faults, but the foundation of MFL2 seems to be better than MFL1.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is appreciated by players, who find it entertaining and a standout feature alongside its gameplay. However, some users express a desire for more substantial content at launch, indicating that while the humor is enjoyable, it shouldn't overshadow the need for a more complete gaming experience.
“Absolutely love the game, it's really funny and it definitely has the best gameplay of any football game on the market.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quality. However, some users express a desire for the option to mute commentary while still enjoying the gameplay sounds alongside the music.
“The music is pretty good and the game looks great as well!”
“I love the soundtrack; it really enhances the overall experience of the game.”
“The background music perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment more immersive.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during long play sessions.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The background music is too loud and drowns out the important sound effects, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay.”
