Necrosmith 2

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In "Necrosmith 2," create unique undead warriors from different body parts, each with unique abilities and skills, to fight through procedurally generated worlds. Upgrade your necromancer tower, construct necro labs, and utilize darkness to gain strength in this fantasy simulator.

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Play Modes

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

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 826 reviews

gameplay34 positive mentions

grinding66 negative mentions

Improvements over the first game with better mechanics and more content.
Fun and addictive gameplay with a unique mix of tower defense and creature creation.
Engaging art style and character customization options.

Grindy gameplay with significant difficulty spikes, especially in later levels.
AI behavior is often frustrating, leading to poor decision-making by minions.
Limited number of maps and lack of mid-session save options.

gameplay
112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
63%
7%
The gameplay has seen notable improvements since the first installment, with players appreciating the engaging mechanics of creature creation and the introduction of new features like titans and unique undead types. However, some reviewers noted a lack of depth in strategy and balance within the gameplay loop, leading to a somewhat repetitive experience. Overall, while the game offers a satisfying and experimental gameplay experience, it could benefit from more complex mechanics and clearer instructions for beginners.
- “The short version is that the art, music, and general gameplay is good, and the game lets you be experimental to find your own favorite combinations and strategies.”
- “There's a lot of fun in mixing and matching monster parts, and the gameplay loop kept me engaged for almost the entire time I played.”
- “Great improvement from the first game; some mechanics like commanding your undead have been added, which was a much-needed feature.”
- “There are a few annoying gameplay features as well.”
- “No strategy, no complex mechanics or anything really.”
- “A lot of game mechanics are useless or not required at all to finish the game.”
grinding
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game features significant grinding, often described as tedious and lacking meaningful rewards. While some players found enjoyment in the grind, particularly for gold farming, many expressed frustration with difficulty spikes and the need for extensive farming to progress. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a major component of the gameplay, with calls for quality-of-life improvements to alleviate some of the tedium.
- “And includes a lot of grinding... the game could also use some quality of life improvements for UI, navigation, etc. It's kind of annoying to get used to.”
- “Insanely grindy, literally no purpose to running stages late if you have any idea how to play at all because enemies literally just stop spawning after you've destroyed all the bases.”
- “Add on to that, it's super grindy with no real payoff or change to the actual game.”
story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
77%
12%
The story in the game is generally perceived as underwhelming and lacking depth, with many players noting that it has little impact on gameplay. While some find the concept intriguing, the execution is often criticized as thin and repetitive, leading to a quick completion of the story mode. Overall, the narrative elements seem to serve more as a backdrop rather than a driving force, leaving players desiring a more substantial and engaging storyline.
- “The titans are a great addition to the series, and while not being too deep or that good, the story was a nice way to intrigue players to future installments.”
- “This sequel massively improves on the past game, with the addition of story elements, commands for your dead, titans, and multiple worlds with better bosses.”
- “And I am actually curious about the slim but interesting story.”
- “The story seemed short and not related to gameplay at all.”
- “The game becomes too repetitive very quickly; the plot is too thin, and I summoned the final boss on the final island just by not looking at what my minions do and killed it on the first try without even having to buy top-tier upgrades.”
- “The story is not great, but who is playing these types of games for that?”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
54%
11%
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the charming art style and improved cutscenes, while others feel that the overall quality is inconsistent, with issues like sprite clipping. Many reviewers noted that the aesthetic is reminiscent of a Tim Burton creation, adding a unique charm to the gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are considered an improvement over the first game, they still leave room for further enhancement.
- “It is definitely prettier (I love the cutscenes and the artwork in general - they're awesome), and I appreciate some of the new gameplay mechanics.”
- “In fact, the art style overall is adorable, super cohesive, and really brings so much charm to what might otherwise be a very gory and visceral game!”
- “The graphics are very charming and upgrading your meta progression is very rewarding.”
- “I wish I could say more for a game like this, but the graphics are what they are, and while the game itself is fun, it really isn't anything special.”
- “Also, this might be just me, but the general art style/art quality of the first Necrosmith seemed nicer than in this part.”
- “And the graphics are also meh, with sprites layered incorrectly clipping through all of your mobs.”
replayability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
59%
14%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it enjoyable and see potential for replay value, many others feel that the experience is too short and lacks significant differences between runs. Critics highlight that despite the game's roguelite elements suggesting replayability, the limited content and repetitive gameplay diminish the incentive to return after the initial playthrough. Suggestions for improvement include enhancing the core gameplay loop and incorporating multiplayer features to boost replay value.
- “There's plenty of replay value!”
- “Good fun, nice replayability.”
- “I see a lot of replayability without losing fun.”
- “It's a fun game, but has little to no replay value.”
- “Personally saw the ending cutscene after like 5 hours and was like 'wtf that's the end, that's it.' I think it's fine for games to be not replayable and have short length, but as a roguelite you don't really get that excuse. Clearly, with the items you find, the dev indicates replayability, but it's just not there. There's nothing really different between runs for me to want to play anymore; I've seen the whole game and what it has to offer in 5 hours.”
- “Not much replay value as I've completed it and found nothing left to do.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
28%
17%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay, others criticize it as generic and repetitive, especially during chaotic moments. Overall, the sound design is appreciated for its ability to enhance the experience, with some users noting it adds a fun, engaging atmosphere. However, there are calls for improvement, particularly regarding the overlap of sounds during intense gameplay.
- “Music and sound effects will have you dancing like a possessed marionette and smiling wicked as you press the pause button, freezing all before you like a 1990's VHS horror movie to construct morbid monolithic upgrades for your tower of terror!”
- “More content, more monsters, quality of life improvements, great art and music - definitely worth the money and a great side game.”
- “All this is accompanied by pleasant music.”
- “Idle simulator with extra steps, also no support for wide screen and the music is the most generic and boring music you can imagine.”
- “Sounds and music are fine on their own but when things get hectic in the game they overlap too much, in my opinion.”
- “Music and sound effects will have you dancing like a possessed marionette and smiling wickedly as you press the pause button, freezing all before you like a 1990's VHS horror movie to construct morbid monolithic upgrades for your tower of terror!”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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The game's optimization is severely lacking, with players reporting significant performance issues such as late-game FPS drops and stuttering, particularly after extended play sessions. While some enjoy the gameplay, the overall experience is hampered by these optimization problems, which detract from the enjoyment and functionality of the game.
- “There are some optimization issues, but despite that, I liked it.”
- “The game is cool, the gameplay is somewhat reminiscent of Majesty, but there is no optimization at all.”
- “There are significant performance issues once the round has been running for a longer period of time (>30 minutes).”
- “Late game FPS drops and/or stuttering are quite common; otherwise, the game is good.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with frequent crashes and freezes reported during play sessions, rendering it unplayable at times. Users also note numerous bugs that affect gameplay, including issues with AI and balance, leading to a frustrating experience overall. The combination of these stability problems significantly detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “Game crashes and freezes at least once a play session.”
- “Game freezes up and becomes unplayable.”
- “A lot of grinding and very buggy.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its humor, with players finding it funny and enjoyable, particularly highlighting features like the "dead man constructor" and the new titan feature. Overall, it serves as a lighthearted and entertaining experience that effectively incorporates humor throughout.
- “I also enjoy the bits of humor throughout.”
- “The dead man constructor is very funny; I create it and laugh.”
- “Funny game, I really like that new feature with titans!”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized, with users expressing that it is excessively exploitative, likening it to the worst practices in sales.
- “Calling this a cash grab is an insult to used car salesmen.”