Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM

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"Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM" is a charming and epic adventure game about Evan, a young king on a quest to establish a new kingdom and save his world from a dark threat. This game offers a unique blend of animated storytelling and engaging gameplay, with captivating visuals by Yoshiyuki Momose and an enchanting score by Joe Hisaishi. The game includes expansions and exclusive equipment, providing hours of additional content for an immersive and unforgettable experience.

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Super cute game with lots of content and hours of fun.
Great combination of action RPG elements with a Studio Ghibli style animation vibe.
The game includes all DLC content, providing great value without additional purchases.

The game deviates significantly from the original, which may disappoint fans of the first title.
Some players found the combat system to be too easy and the story predictable.
The Switch port suffers from performance issues, including slowdown and lower visual quality.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
33%
22%
The game's story is described as predictable and somewhat childish, leading to mixed feelings among players; while some find it cute and enjoyable, others criticize it for being banal and filled with pointless fetch quests. Despite these criticisms, many appreciate the engaging side quests and character development, suggesting that the overall narrative experience is still enjoyable for those who love adventure and likable characters. Comparisons to the first game indicate that while the story may not reach the same heights, it remains a solid aspect of the gameplay.
- “What a great game! It's not compared to the first one; however, you won't be disappointed. The game's story is pretty good, and the side quests and side gameplay, like the skirmishes controlling a little army, are pretty fun.”
- “If you love an adventure, a great story, and likable characters, then you will love this game.”
- “The first game looks great, plays well, and has a great story.”
- “My main issues with the game are the incredibly banal and childish story which induces constant eye-rolling, and the limitless and pointless fetch quests.”
- “Story is very predictable, but it's cute.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their appealing art style, reminiscent of Studio Ghibli, and the overall visuals are considered nice. However, some users note a reduction in character graphics compared to previous titles, which may detract from the experience for some players. Overall, the visuals are seen as decent and worth the price, especially if caught on sale.
- “The art style is still nice and it has a Studio Ghibli feel to it.”
- “Decent game with nice visuals.”
- “Everything else is still great.”
- “The graphics are quite reduced for just the characters, but everything else is still great.”
- “I'm not hating on anything else, but the graphics for the characters are slightly reduced.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some players finding the new real-time combat system enjoyable but perhaps too easy compared to the original's more frustrating mechanics. While the art style retains a charming Studio Ghibli feel, opinions vary on whether fans of the original will appreciate the changes, though many suggest it may be worth trying if found on sale.
- “I'm not a huge fan of the original's fighting mechanics; I find it overly frustrating and unintuitive for what it is. This one just seems too easy for what I've played so far.”
- “I wouldn't necessarily attribute that to changes in the core gameplay, as the combat system (which is now real-time instead of turn-based) is pretty enjoyable despite being perhaps a little too easy.”
- “I really like the battle mechanics.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring heartwarming characters and engaging stories that resonate with players, especially when viewed as a standalone experience rather than a direct sequel.
- “Looking at this game not as a sequel but as its own entity, with ties to the Ni no Kuni world and some homages to the White Witch, I find it to be an amazing game filled with heartwarming characters and stories.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonates, making every moment feel impactful and memorable.”
- “This game beautifully captures the essence of love, loss, and friendship, leaving a lasting impression on the player.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly on the Switch, indicating a high level of stability.
- “I love this game and it runs great on the Switch.”