Parkan 2
- April 16, 2014
- Nikita
Get on Steam"Parkan 2" is a space-exploration game that combines elements of action, RPG, strategy, and simulator genres. Players can explore over 500 solar systems, engage in battles, and encounter a mysterious enemy known as Gegemaunt. The game offers a wide range of customization options, including various ways to modernize the spacecraft and battle suit, and allows players to choose their own gameplay strategy. Uncover unforgettable adventures while navigating the ever-evolving galaxy in this immersive space odyssey.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Parkan 2 offers an interesting concept with a mix of space exploration and FPS elements, providing a unique gameplay experience.
- The game has a low price point, making it accessible for players looking for a budget-friendly option.
- Despite its flaws, many players find the game enjoyable and addictive, especially for fans of the space genre.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs, including frequent crashes and performance issues, which can hinder the overall experience.
- Voice acting and translations are poorly executed, leading to confusion and detracting from immersion.
- Gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with many environments and missions feeling copy-pasted and uninspired.
- story60 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story of the game is often described as convoluted and poorly translated, leading to confusion and a lack of clarity in the narrative. While some players find the overarching plot interesting and engaging, many criticize it for being difficult to follow and lacking depth, especially for those unfamiliar with the previous installment. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a weak point, with a mix of intriguing elements overshadowed by execution issues and frustrating gameplay mechanics.
“Interesting storyline and addictive gameplay.”
“This game is so cool, so I even bought the Steam version, while I had DRM-free ones - still don't regret it. This game might seem to be old, but it has a great story which will suck you in after the first 10 minutes of playing.”
“This is made even more frustrating given that the story is actually quite interesting and thought-provoking.”
“The story is convoluted and ambiguous, but this has more to do with the poor translation.”
“The story isn't anything to write home about either, possibly due to poor translation and subpar voice acting.”
“The story doesn't make a lot of sense so far.”
- graphics28 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered to be decent for their time, with colorful and bold visuals, but they have not aged well and are often described as dated and simplistic. While some players appreciate the nostalgic aspect, others find the performance lacking, leading to mixed feelings about the overall visual experience.
“Great graphics for its time.”
“Graphics: 8/10 (for the time)”
“Decent graphics for its time (and for most indie-level games today), wide open play, great sandbox feel (after you play awhile, it opens up).”
“But the visuals have dated really badly.”
“This game hasn't aged well graphics-wise, but the visuals are tolerable; ironically, it's the performance that makes me give it a thumbs down.”
“Graphics are terrible (didn't get it for the graphics though).”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players finding it addictive and engaging, particularly due to its interesting storyline and space trading mechanics, while others criticize it as underwhelming and prone to technical issues. The first-person perspective on both ships and planets adds variety, but overall, the execution has been described as amateurish, leading to a lack of excitement for some users.
“Interesting storyline and addictive gameplay.”
“Where it gets interesting is the gameplay; though mainly a fairly good space trading sim, it allows you to board enemy ships and loot them.”
“The gameplay is kind of meh and nothing really excites.”
“The gameplay itself is first person in the ship and first person on the planet.”
“If you haven't played the first game, this one is probably a good option to start getting familiar with the series, as it follows the same story, and gameplay is mostly similar.”
- music6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and soothing, providing a calming experience for players. However, some users noted that the default tracks do not match those on the official soundtrack, though they can be easily swapped by renaming files. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The default music is not the same as what was on the official disc, but it's easy to fix (in the music\track folder, there are two files numbered 01 and 02; swap them and rename 01 to 02 and 02 to 01).”
“[td]sounds / music[/td]”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its charmingly poor voice acting and intentional "Engrish" usage, which elicits both laughter and cringe from players. While some view it as a light take on space exploration, the comedic elements are a significant draw, making it a memorable experience despite its flaws.
“It's a lite version of space exploration games, but it has its charms and really funny voice acting.”
“I started the game, and I just couldn't stop laughing or cringing!”
“I'm recommending this game because I couldn't stop laughing at the poor voice acting and the use of 'Engrish', not because it's a great game, lol.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's performance is a significant drawback, leading to a negative impression despite tolerable visuals. While the graphics may not have aged well, the optimization issues detract from the overall experience.
“Performance: 9/10”
“This game hasn't aged well graphics-wise, but the visuals are tolerable; ironically, it's the performance that makes me give it a thumbs down.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, specifically random and persistent freezes that necessitate forced sign-outs from Windows, which detracts from the overall experience.
“However, the random but steady freezes requiring a forced sign out of Windows kill the experience.”
