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Mutant Football League 2

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79%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
music, stability
79% User Score Based on 112 reviews

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Mutant Football League 2 is a single player and multiplayer casual sport game. It was developed by Digital Dreams Entertainment and was released on May 31, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"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.

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79%
Audience ScoreBased on 112 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game offers chaotic and fun gameplay reminiscent of classic arcade football games like NFL Blitz, providing an enjoyable experience for players.
  • The Dynasty mode is addictive and allows for team customization, which adds depth and replayability to the game.
  • The graphics and overall presentation have improved compared to the first game, making it visually appealing despite some minor issues.
  • The game suffers from significant balance issues, with AI opponents often feeling overpowered and gameplay mechanics being inconsistent.
  • There are numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt the gaming experience, including crashes and issues with player animations and stats.
  • The commentary is repetitive and lacks variety, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • gameplay
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its addictive nature and improvements over previous titles, while others criticize it for being too similar to mainstream football games like Madden. Notable mechanics, such as dirty tricks and ref bribing, add strategic depth, but many players feel the overall experience lacks innovation and polish. Despite some glitches and a lack of content at launch, the core football mechanics are generally regarded as solid and enjoyable.

    • “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.”
    • “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.”
    • “Gameplay is bad compared to the first.”
    • “The gameplay is the most barebones, frustrating, unsatisfying experience to ever grace Steam.”
    • “Final thoughts: I was a little disappointed; 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.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some users noting that they appear dated and rough, particularly in comparison to previous titles in the series. While there are improvements in art style and performance on handheld devices, glitches and framerate drops have been reported, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many players find the gameplay engaging enough to overlook the graphical shortcomings.

    • “Huge bonus for Steam Deck users: it runs great on deck and even has graphics options made specifically for it.”
    • “Great fun, fast paced, good graphics, improvement on MFL.”
    • “The graphics are a huge leap forward from MFL 1, and the gameplay is hella addictive.”
    • “The graphics are a little dated and not the greatest, but the gameplay is leaps and bounds ahead of previous titles in the series.”
    • “Graphics just look very strange, like an ugly cartoon compared to the older one.”
    • “The art style seems to have shifted to a more realistic approach, and I'm not a fan; even with that, it looks quite rough.”
  • humor
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, providing a fun and entertaining experience that keeps players laughing with clever details, funny player names, and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic games like NFL Blitz. However, some jokes fall flat, particularly those that touch on sensitive topics, and while the overall comedic presentation is appreciated, it doesn't fully compensate for other gameplay shortcomings.

    • “This was probably the only redeemable factor as it made the game a lot more tolerable, and had us laughing and having a good time.”
    • “The presentation is hilarious.”
    • “The player names and stadiums are perfectly hilarious and entertaining.”
    • “The jokes are just weird and genuinely unfunny, especially the ones about immigrants. The music lacks any real emotion, talent, or dynamism, making it hard to believe how much better the music was in the first game.”
    • “The humor falls flat, with jokes that feel forced and unoriginal, leaving players cringing rather than laughing.”
    • “I expected clever writing, but instead, I was met with a series of tired clichés that failed to elicit even a chuckle.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it as lacking emotion and creativity compared to the first game, while others appreciate the new tracks and find them enjoyable. There are also calls for options to mute commentary to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the music seems to evoke strong opinions, ranging from disappointment to positive recognition.

    • “7/10 <- same ol with some shine and improvements (new music is fire!), but a very encouraging start; I hope to see it evolve to something even more amazing than its predecessor!”
    • “The music is pretty good and the game looks great as well!”
    • “The music is an absolute joke. After going back to the first game and comparing the two, it feels like the overly 'woke' ideas in this game are forced and lame.”
    • “Weird, just legit unfunny jokes about immigrants. The music is devoid of any real emotion, talent, writing, dynamism, or hype. It's mind-boggling how much better the music is in the first game.”
    • “The music is lacking any real substance or creativity, making it a disappointing aspect of the game compared to its predecessor.”
  • stability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly on the Steam Deck with tailored graphics options, users report some bugs and minor glitches, particularly during specific gameplay scenarios. Despite these issues, many feel that the core gameplay experience is an improvement over its predecessor.

    • “Huge bonus for Steam Deck users: it runs great on the deck and even has graphics options made specifically for it.”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, ensuring a smooth experience even during intense moments.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the online multiplayer is; I rarely encounter lag or disconnections.”
    • “I'm currently in my second season in dynasty mode; so far, it's about the same but buggy.”
    • “Even though it is buggy in some parts of the game.”
    • “Gameplay feels a lot better than MFL1; it has its glitches and faults, but the foundation of MFL2 seems to be better than MFL1.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game currently suffers from significant 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.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is minimal, primarily revolving around a coach/dynasty mode that lacks depth, leaving players feeling that it is lackluster without a companion. While there is potential for future character storylines, the current narrative does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.

    • “Overall, the game is lackluster unless you have someone to play with. The only story is their coach/dynasty mode, which isn't much going for it at this point.”
    • “Maybe a character storyline in the future of this game franchise would be interesting. I would like to see Warhammer characters added to this game as well, but it's mostly just fun to play.”
    • “Overall, the game is lackluster unless you have someone to play with. I have the commentary turned down pretty much all the way; the only story is their coach/dynasty mode. There's not much going for it at this point, only holding onto it because it made for a fun time with my friend.”
    • “Maybe a character storyline in the future of this game franchise. I would like to see Warhammer characters added to this game as well, but mostly it's just fun to play.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express strong opposition to the inclusion of microtransactions and purchasable in-game currency, citing concerns that such monetization practices have negatively impacted the gaming experience, particularly in franchises like Madden. They urge developers to resist these trends and prioritize player enjoyment over profit.

    • “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 without feeling exploitative.”
    • “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.”
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Mutant Football League 2 is a casual sport game.

Mutant Football League 2 is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam Deck, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 27 hours playing Mutant Football League 2.

Mutant Football League 2 was released on May 31, 2024.

Mutant Football League 2 was developed by Digital Dreams Entertainment.

Mutant Football League 2 has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

Mutant Football League 2 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Maximum Football, Mutant Football League, Legend Bowl, Axis Football 2023, Wild Card Football and others.