Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm

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In Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm, a thousand years before the original game, play as a young knight embarking on a journey with allies Trin and Gen to unite diverse races and defeat the resurrected Warlock Mesmeroth and his Dark Army. Experience improved combat, clever puzzles, and exploration in this visually enhanced prequel, battling enemies and solving problems alongside your companions using contextual commands.

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Play Modes

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

Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm screenshot

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 97 reviews

story16 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game captures the classic Zelda aesthetic with vibrant graphics and engaging world design.
Gameplay offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of older 3D Zelda titles, with fun puzzles and exploration.
The addition of a card mini-game and various traversal mechanics adds depth and variety to the gameplay.

Combat feels clunky and repetitive, with AI companions often failing to assist effectively.
Exploration is hampered by a quickly depleting stamina gauge and a lack of meaningful rewards for collectibles.
The story is underdeveloped, with pacing issues and a confusing ending that leaves many plot points unresolved.

story
95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
77%
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The story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it basic, predictable, and poorly paced, often rushing through key plot points without sufficient development. While some appreciated the nostalgic elements and found the main quest engaging, others criticized the lack of depth, confusing narrative choices, and unresolved plot holes, suggesting that the game feels incomplete. Overall, while the atmosphere and music were praised, the narrative complexity and character development left many players wanting more.
- “The mystery and the plot twists are well done.”
- “The storyline, while enjoyable, left me craving more depth.”
- “The characters and plot had potential for further exploration, and a bit more narrative complexity could have added an extra layer of engagement.”
- “The pacing of the story is very slow at first, but then it gets too fast too quickly and suddenly the world is ending and protagonists are lovers, when they had no previous implications of such.”
- “Another story that at times was hard to follow and ends rather abruptly in a confusing fashion.”
- “Far too little was actually explained in the end, just a lot of quests and half-baked lore—suggesting more but not delivering.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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8%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant and stunning visuals, effectively capturing a Zelda-like aesthetic. Many reviewers noted the art style's charm, with comparisons to both classic titles and modern updates, while some pointed out that the overall design feels polished yet occasionally lacking in depth. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the engaging gameplay and immersive experience.
- “The graphics are vibrant, the puzzles engaging, and the adventure itself is undeniably enjoyable.”
- “The graphics are simply stunning.”
- “Oceanhorn 2 offers some significantly updated visuals and a much more immersive 3rd person camera position compared with the first game and really feels like a way bigger and better game as a result.”
- “All I kept thinking was how much the art style looks like those characters from Team America: World Police.”
- “Everything from the graphics to the combat to the puzzles and world design feels like it's just 'good enough to be a game'.”
- “I'd rather compare it to Zelda: Ocarina of Time with refined graphics.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
61%
11%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its nostalgic, action-adventure mechanics reminiscent of classic Zelda titles, while others criticize it for feeling simplistic and lacking excitement. Notable features include a fun hookshot mechanic and decent boss designs, but some users have pointed out a reliance on "default unity mechanics" that detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while some find the gameplay addicting and visually appealing, others feel it falls short in terms of depth and engagement.
- “The overworld mechanics feel really nostalgic while incorporating the action-adventure style into it.”
- “The hookshot was a fun gameplay upgrade and the bosses were decent; originality-wise, the fire bird 'Chora Tuyk' was definitely the best.”
- “Beautiful visuals and addicting gameplay... would definitely recommend.”
- “It's cute and that's it, can't even jump... story is boring from start, gameplay isn't exciting either, so I couldn't even play it for 1 hour.”
- “The game has this weird 'default Unity mechanics' vibe with its mechanics, like what you'd see in one of those clickbait videos like 'I remade Simpsons Hit & Run in Unity.'”
- “Mechanics here are weird.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
33%
11%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere, featuring a range of whimsical and upbeat tracks alongside darker themes that reflect shifts in the game's tone. Reviewers highlight specific pieces, such as those from the prequel, and appreciate how the music complements the overall design and experience of the game. Overall, it is described as pleasant and effective in capturing the game's vibe.
- “The music is very good, ranging from whimsical and upbeat like you'd expect from a kid-friendly game, to surprisingly dark with the 'source theme', which marks the beginning of the game's shift in tone at the final act (which I very much enjoyed).”
- “First of all, I loved this game for its atmosphere and music; the plot is entertaining.”
- “The music is amazing.”
- “Even the music, a triumph of the prequel (especially gillfolk's drop and sky island) could not save Oceanhorn 2 (OC2).”
- “The music, the color palette, the character, creature, and environment design.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky character designs, reminiscent of "dollar store" versions of familiar creatures, and amusing voice performance errors, including mispronunciations and inconsistent dialogue. While these moments provide comedic relief, some bugs, such as characters walking awkwardly or becoming unresponsive, add to the overall charm and humor of the experience.
- “It was kinda funny to see this game's dollar store versions of the Zoras and the Ritos, though lol.”
- “There are some funny instances of voice performance mess-ups, like some clearly placeholder text-to-speech dialogue from some robot characters which are inconsistent with how they sound in other lines, or Mayfair hilariously mispronouncing 'calliope'.”
- “There are some bugs, however... like people walking funny, or just going non-responsive when you are following them somewhere.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that grinding in the game can feel like a full-time job, with significant loot collection and rapid leveling up occurring after defeating random enemies. Many find that they quickly progress to high levels, often becoming legends after just a few quests, which can make the grinding experience feel rewarding yet potentially overwhelming.
- “Grinding feels like a full-time job, and I'm not sure it's worth the effort.”
- “I collected a lot of loot while grinding, but leveling up felt too easy; I became a legend after just a few quests.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game's writing and voice performances is inconsistent, with some story elements being predictable and poorly executed, while others resonate well. Additionally, there are notable instances of voice acting errors, including placeholder dialogue and mispronunciations, which detract from the overall experience.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews do not provide relevant information regarding the stability of the game, focusing instead on gameplay mechanics related to ice. Therefore, no conclusions about stability can be drawn from the provided texts.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with users highlighting its captivating music and engaging plot as key elements that enhance the overall experience.
- “First of all, I loved this game for its atmosphere and music; the plot is entertaining.”