Noitu Love 2: Devolution

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Noitu Love 2: Devolution is a single player arcade role playing game. It was developed by Joakim Sandberg and was released on April 23, 2012. It received very positive reviews from players.

A century after the legendary boy Noitu Love saved the world from the evil Darns, they rise again, but in a chaos of time-bending mayhem! Now it's up to the new hero of the Peacekeepers, Xoda Rap, to save the world. Fight the massive hordes of the Darns as Xoda Rap in this time-bending retro arcade adventure, a main category finalist at IGF 2008. Noitu Love 2 Devolution makes original use of m…

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Audience ScoreBased on 385 reviews

gameplay37 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Fast-paced action with a unique mouse-centric control scheme that adds a fresh twist to the gameplay.
Gorgeous pixel art and a catchy soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
Creative and varied boss battles that keep the gameplay engaging and fun.

The game is quite short, with a playtime of around 1-2 hours, which may leave some players wanting more.
Lack of controller support and the reliance on mouse and keyboard controls can be off-putting for some players.
The gameplay can feel repetitive due to the simple combat mechanics and the focus on clicking to attack.

gameplay
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
56%
3%
The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced, chaotic action and unique mechanics, particularly the mouse-centric controls that allow for dynamic combat and movement. Players appreciate the engaging boss battles, varied levels, and retro-inspired aesthetics, though some critique the simplicity and mindless clicking involved. Overall, the game offers a fun, nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic arcade titles, with a good balance of challenge and accessibility.
- “Varied levels, snappy mechanics, cool bosses, and set pieces.”
- “Really retro gameplay that feels a lot like old-school arcade beat/shoot-em-up games and is just a great time overall.”
- “The gameplay is fast-paced and frenetic, really fun to run and explode everything, and also enjoyable to speedrun.”
- “The gameplay is very simple and is at the heart of the game, but unfortunately is also terrible.”
- “The click to fight mechanic felt a little bit mindless.”
- “There's also a couple mechanics, namely the 'connect the dots gunplay' that left me puzzled for longer than I'd like to admit.”
music
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
18%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and engaging quality, enhancing the overall experience with upbeat and nostalgic chiptune vibes. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, complementing the beautiful pixel art and smooth gameplay, while a few express dissatisfaction with the music style. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant asset that contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “A unique gameplay, beautiful and cute graphics, catchy music and a good enough story.”
- “The strong points the game has is the gameplay, how the game looks, the story, the boss fights, and especially the music.”
- “Great music, solid mechanics and unrelenting gameplay makes it a great 90 minute thrill ride.”
- “Can't disable the music.”
- “Horrible music.”
- “Personally, I find the music style in these games to be atrocious, but if you are a fan of the soundtrack to Street Fighter, you will probably feel right at home here.”
graphics
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
47%
6%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming pixel art style, reminiscent of classic retro titles from the Sega Genesis and Game Boy Advance eras. Reviewers highlight the vibrant colors, smooth animations, and creative level designs, which contribute to an engaging visual experience that complements the fast-paced gameplay. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the nostalgic feel while delivering a modern touch.
- “A unique gameplay, beautiful and cute graphics, catchy music and a good enough story.”
- “The pixel art is utterly amazing and creates a style that still stays with me as one of my favorite game aesthetics of all time.”
- “The graphics are really colorful and smooth, like something lovingly pulled out of the later GBA-era games.”
- “Suffers from poor graphical options - either stretches to your screen aspect ratio or plays as a borderless always-on-top window.”
- “The story is boring, and the graphics, while 2D and clean, just aren't up to the standards of classics like Metal Slug.”
- “It delivers a SNES or GBA-like feeling and graphics, but the gameplay is quite intuitive and modern, with no pretentious gimmick that many indie games still try to deliver nowadays.”
story
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
63%
7%
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with many players finding it either simplistic or nonsensical, often describing it as a bizarre and shallow narrative that doesn't detract from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate its campy and entertaining qualities, others criticize it for being underdeveloped or confusing, with a few noting that the gameplay and visuals overshadow the story's shortcomings. Overall, the narrative is seen as a lighthearted backdrop to the engaging gameplay rather than a focal point of the experience.
- “The story is interesting and looks promising, but doesn't really get too deep, which can be for better or for worse depending on who you are and what you mostly care about. I did think it could dig a little more, since the story is pretty interesting.”
- “The story definitely turns up the camp-factor in a good way, offering a goofy adventure for those who want it or just a fun romp for those who don't care as much.”
- “An excellent story, engaging gameplay, entertaining bosses, awesome music.”
- “The game’s story makes no sense; it involves some bizarre time-travel plot which isn’t really time travel… it doesn’t really make any sense, but it doesn’t need to and really isn’t supposed to.”
- “The story is nonsense, but that just adds to the frenetic, funny spirit of the game.”
- “The story isn't anything special.”
replayability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
42%
10%
The game offers high replayability through its ranking system, multiple difficulty levels, and unlockable characters, encouraging players to improve their scores and explore different playstyles. While the game is relatively short, its engaging mechanics and additional content provide ample motivation for repeated playthroughs. Overall, players find the replay value satisfying, making it a fun experience despite its brevity.
- “It's easily worth playing through, and it's incredibly replayable due to its length, and due to the ranking system at the end of stages.”
- “Multiple characters that play differently add some great replay value to this pixelated gallery of things to beat to pieces.”
- “You can play as three vastly different characters which completely change the way the game is played, and the game is very replayable.”
- “The game plays well but it's easily beatable in under 2 hours; the 'replayability' comes from trying to get a higher score, and while it plays well, nothing really gripped me enough to go back.”
- “With only seven levels, the gameplay can be very short, especially considering the levels go by quickly, but there are unlockables that give the game a fair bit of replayability.”
- “It's a very short arcade-styled game, but with the extra modes, unlockable characters, and other bonuses, there's quite a bit of replayability.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its uniqueness and creativity, with players noting that the nonsensical story and clever remarks contribute to a lively and entertaining experience. The game is filled with funny designs and scenes, making it a compact yet hilarious adventure that resonates well with players. Overall, the humor is a standout feature, enhancing the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The core controls are pretty unique and lead to a fresh experience, and the levels are filled with creative challenges and good humor.”
- “The story is nonsense, but that just adds to the frenetic, funny spirit of the game.”
- “The game is packed with content, funny remarks and scenes, and some very classical aesthetics.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the presence of damage-sponge enemies in beat-em-ups, which can make the experience feel more like a chore than a challenge. While some may appreciate the opportunity to grind for scores, many feel that the effort required outweighs the enjoyment.
- “Farming cards then deleting.”
- “Tons of beat-em-ups mistake damage sponge enemies for a difficult game, but really, it's just tedious.”
- “Might be worth it if you enjoy grinding for score.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is highlighted by unique and charismatic NPC designs that enhance the game's vibrant aesthetic. The combination of smooth combat mechanics and a catchy soundtrack contributes to an overall upbeat atmosphere, making the characters feel engaging and memorable.
- “The pixel art and character design is really charismatic and so lovely I could easily put them on a shirt or something!”
- “Unique NPC/character designs, smooth and satisfying combat, catchy soundtrack, and an overall pleasant and upbeat feel.”
- “That feel is likely owed to the bright colors and aforementioned character designs.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's pixel art style and vibrant color palette create distinct and visually appealing atmospheres that enhance the overall experience.
- “The pixel style and colors of the game complement each other greatly, creating fun atmospheres that are easily differentiated and pleasant to look at.”

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Noitu Love 2: Devolution is a arcade role playing game.

Noitu Love 2: Devolution is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Noitu Love 2: Devolution.

Noitu Love 2: Devolution was released on April 23, 2012.

Noitu Love 2: Devolution was developed by Joakim Sandberg.

Noitu Love 2: Devolution has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Noitu Love 2: Devolution is a single player game.

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