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Payback 2 - The Battle Sandbox is a casual game that offers a variety of activities, from tank battles to high-speed helicopter races. While it boasts interesting plot, phenomenal mechanics, sensational visuals, and fantastic music, it is hindered by too many ads and bugs that can impact gameplay. Despite these issues, the game's over-the-top action and humor will make you laugh, making it a unique and entertaining addition to any gaming library.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

Reviews

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics1,855 positive mentions

monetization937 negative mentions

The game has excellent graphics and smooth gameplay, making it enjoyable to play.
There are a variety of game modes, including campaign, multiplayer, and custom matches, providing a lot of content.
The character customization options are extensive, allowing players to create unique avatars.

The game is plagued by excessive ads that interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating for players.
There are issues with lag and freezing, especially during multiplayer matches, which can disrupt the experience.
Some players find the controls difficult to manage, particularly for vehicles and aiming.

graphics
2,660 mentions
70 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received a mixed response from users. Many praise the high-quality visuals, especially considering the game's small file size, likening it to titles like GTA. However, some users express disappointment with the graphics, citing issues such as low realism, glitches, and a lack of detail in character animations. Overall, while the graphics are generally appreciated, there is a strong desire for further improvements and updates to enhance the visual experience.
- “The graphics are absolutely beautiful, you can play music from your phone, high quality sound effects.”
- “The graphics are amazing, especially for a mobile game, the character customization is a cool feature, the fact that there's a variety of cars is great, the missions are sweet.”
- “The graphics are truly amazing but, I am already seeking a problem.”
- “The graphics are awful too.”
- “The graphics are okay, but what it lacks in graphics is put aside because there's so much to do.”
- “The game is great but needs a proper update like adding more maps, more story chapters, more vehicles, bigger maps, and better graphics too.”
story
1,784 mentions
32 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is generally well-received, with players appreciating the variety of missions and the engaging narrative. However, many users express a desire for more depth in the storyline, including longer missions, additional character interactions, and a more immersive world. Some players also highlight the frustration of having to restart missions from the beginning upon failure, suggesting that checkpoints or save options would enhance the experience. Overall, while the game offers exciting missions reminiscent of GTA, there is a strong call for improvements in story complexity and mission variety.
- “This game is really amazing, I mean this is one of the most awesome gangster games I've ever played. The missions they send you on are nice and really interesting, and my favorite part of the game, after all its good qualities, is that it's offline. This is a game I'll spend my last data on.”
- “The game has great graphics and a brilliant storyline. The missions are engaging and keep you entertained, making it one of the best action games I have ever played.”
- “This game is the best that I have ever played. Its graphics, maps, and missions are outstanding. The storyline is captivating, and I love the variety of missions available.”
- “The only feature I felt absent from it is the lack of story and mini-games.”
- “The story mode should be in a form of a story, not just missions.”
- “I love this game, but the missions are limited and way too easy.”
monetization
1,003 mentions
6 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
93 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over being forced to watch long, unskippable ads after nearly every match or mission, which significantly detracts from the overall experience. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads for a free game, they call for a reduction in frequency and the introduction of a more reasonable payment option to remove ads, as the current cost is seen as too high.
- “This game is amazing; there are no ads.”
- “No ads, no glitches, great graphics, and it's offline.”
- “Good graphics, no ads, the game just flows; I really love it.”
- “Last to turn off the ads, you have to pay like $8 freaking dollars.”
- “I almost dread the end of a level because I have to see a horrendous unskippable thirty-second advertisement.”
- “The game is good but the ads are ruining it and it is also charging a high amount for removing ads.”
gameplay
344 mentions
66 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for being fun, action-packed, and addictive, with many users appreciating the variety of mechanics and modes available. However, there are significant criticisms regarding control difficulties, bugs, and frequent ads that disrupt the experience. While the graphics are often noted as decent for a mobile game, many players feel that improvements are needed in both gameplay mechanics and overall stability to enhance the gaming experience.
- “I love the mechanics used in the game, especially the way the car drifts.”
- “The gameplay is very action-packed, and you'll never get bored of it!”
- “The gameplay is fun and it has a wide variety of game modes for the player to choose from.”
- “The game has a lot of holes in some parts of the map, and it lags sometimes during gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is generic albeit polished enough.”
- “The gameplay is not fair.. how the hell am I supposed to win if the opponent captures my flag while driving a goddamn car... uninstalling right now.”
stability
148 mentions
3 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and lag, particularly during multiplayer sessions and after watching ads. While some players enjoy the gameplay and graphics, the recurring technical issues significantly detract from the overall experience, leading to lower ratings and calls for urgent fixes from the developers.
- “I love this game! No ads, no glitches, and it's an offline game.”
- “Reason why I have the game five stars is because it has very good quality and no glitches or bugs.”
- “Great app, no glitches, and the loading time is short. The graphics are amazing... bloody brilliant app, 10 stars from me.”
- “Would give it 5 stars because it is fun, but it freezes a lot. If it weren't for that, then the game would be almost perfect.”
- “I would give it 5 stars, but it glitches constantly, going super slow or stopping and freezing my phone. I uninstalled it and reinstalled it more than 10 times, and it constantly plays ads every time, which makes it worse.”
- “The game is a piece of dog turd; when loading, it freezes and then crashes. I don't even get a chance to play.”
music
132 mentions
36 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the ability to play their own music from their devices, enhancing the overall experience. However, several users have expressed frustration over the game's sound effects being too loud compared to their music, and the lack of options to customize which tracks play during gameplay. Suggestions for improvements include better volume control, the ability to select specific songs, and the addition of more in-game music that fits various scenarios.
- “The music player in the game is awesome.”
- “I love this game, especially the feature of playing your own phone's music (nearly everyone does) and it's probably one of my most favorite action games so far.”
- “The background music is superb, and the controls of the game are so easy to handle!”
- “The music is so lame that I got irritated and felt as if to throw my phone.”
- “But the problem is when I listen to my song and my song is a little bit loud but the game sounds are louder than it.”
- “This game is epic but when you will be playing this game you will hear audio or songs from your phone will start automatically. I am reporting this game; why do you use my songs which are stored in the phone? This game should not be played or fix my issue please.”
humor
57 mentions
98 % positive mentions
-4 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying the light-hearted chaos of car crashes, funny character animations, and amusing voiceovers. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to generate laughter through its quirky physics and entertaining gameplay, making it a favorite for both solo and multiplayer experiences. Overall, the game is described as a hilarious and engaging experience that keeps players entertained for hours.
- “The cars are really light so it's easy to ram opponents to create crazy crashes and funny moments.”
- “I say this game deserves to be popular, the graphics are really good and the levels are so fun and funny; I laughed a lot while playing this.”
- “It is one of the best games I've ever played on mobile and is seriously hilarious fun and adventurous. I had to rate because they had one of my favorite game references 'the cake is a lie' from the Portal series, which are my all-time favorite games.”
- “The problem is that there are no funny characters, and some elements like the gym and hospital feel out of place.”
- “The humor falls flat, lacking any memorable or engaging comedic moments.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land for me.”
optimization
38 mentions
76 % positive mentions
16 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its ability to run smoothly on low-end devices, with many users noting excellent performance and graphics. However, there are frequent reports of bugs, glitches, and occasional stuttering, particularly during multiplayer sessions, indicating that further optimization and updates are needed to enhance the overall experience. While some players express satisfaction with the game's performance, others highlight the need for improvements in graphics quality and additional features to fully realize its potential.
- “It is well made, and really well optimized.”
- “This game is amazing; it works great on low-end devices, greatly optimized, and it's not like one of those GTA clones; it has its own concept. 5/5 would recommend giving it a try.”
- “Probably the best offline open world game, very optimized.”
- “But I do face random stuttering (I have a Samsung Galaxy M30s).”
- “One thing that I dislike about it is that it makes my phone's performance worse and sometimes freezes the entire system of my phone, but it doesn't matter because my phone is really a cheap Android phone.”
- “The game is subject to huge framerate drops, which I think is unnecessary because it runs fine on auto quality; why does it crash performance that badly?”
atmosphere
8 mentions
75 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is highly praised for its engaging graphics, diverse missions, and fitting music, which collectively enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the variety of activities, from tank battles to helicopter races, contributing to a dynamic and immersive environment. Additionally, the inclusion of unique accents and night settings further enriches the game's ambiance.
- “The graphics, the vehicle physics, the ragdoll physics, the beautiful skies, the atmosphere, the missions, and most of all the credit quotes are iconic.”
- “The atmosphere helped me to enjoy the game.”
- “There’s a ton of stuff to do which is what gives Payback 2 such an interesting atmosphere.”
- “Especially its night atmosphere.”
grinding
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to a poorly balanced coin system, where earning coins is slow and the cost of items is excessively high, leading to a tedious experience. Additionally, the frequent forced advertisements after matches further detract from the enjoyment, making the grind feel even more burdensome. Overall, while the game has potential, the current grinding mechanics and ad interruptions are significant drawbacks.
- “The coin system is terrible; grinding to get coins only to have to spend it all on one thing because of how expensive all the items are.”
- “In short, it becomes tedious after some time.”
- “Grinding for coins is just not worth it because you don't earn that much. I've played it in 2019 and it was basically impossible to earn coins unless you watched ads, which you still have to do now. Please, devs, fix that and make it better than ever.”
emotional
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to evoke strong emotional responses, highlighting its wholesome nature and the heartfelt appeal for support from the developers. Many express a deep connection to the game, feeling that it stands out in its emotional engagement compared to other titles.
- “I've played this game for upwards of 3 years, and I can confidently say this is one of the most wholesome mobile games on the market.”
- “Very nice with more emotional aspects, so if you could install this app, believe that you have found your favorite game so interesting.”
character development
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the decent design and variety of options available. However, some users feel that it lacks depth and additional customization features, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these limitations, the game remains enjoyable for fans of open-world gameplay.
- “Even the character development was nice and the cars were great.”
- “Character design is limited but still okay.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth.”
- “I found the character arcs predictable and unengaging.”