Romancing SaGa 2
Overall Romancing SaGa 2 was a great experience on the Switch. The console is a nice home for this retro gem and a lot of people are going to enjoy playing it for the first time. I highly recommend checking it out if you’re a fan of this genre.
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Romancing SaGa 2 is a single player role playing game. It was developed by 1993,2017 SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Planned & Developed by ArtePiazza ILLUSTRATION/TOMOMI KOBAYASHI and was released on May 26, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from critics.
"Romancing SaGa 2" is a renowned RPG following the Varennes Empire's rulers over generations, as they combat the Seven Heroes. Its free scenario system allows players to control different protagonists, creating a unique narrative of a nation's growth and struggles in this critically acclaimed SaGa series title. Spanning multiple generations, the game offers a rich and compelling narrative.
- Romancing SaGa 2 features a unique combat system with depth, including innovative mechanics like formations and a dynasty aspect that enhances player agency.
- The game offers a complex and dynamic story driven by player choices, along with fun base building and progression elements.
- The remaster combines old and new styles effectively, with nice graphics and a great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- The game lacks a proper tutorial or manual, making it difficult for new players to understand its unconventional features and mechanics.
- Controls can be frustrating and clunky, particularly in the PC version, which suffers from a lack of optimization and user interface issues.
- While the game has interesting ideas, it can feel dated and may require excessive grinding, which could deter some players.
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging and varied mechanics, including a unique dynasty aspect and innovative sub-systems that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the blend of classic RPG elements with modern twists, alongside enjoyable base building and progression features. Overall, the gameplay offers a mix of nostalgia and complexity, providing both fun and replay value.
“Complex, dynamic story system that is driven by the player, gameplay that is textbook classic RPG quality, remaster work combines old and new style elements, great music throughout, fitting for each scene and emotion.”
“It is as simple as things come, gameplay-wise, but the story is complex beyond what could be expected for that gaming era, with twists and turns based on your choices and interactions.”
“It certainly contains some classic structure, some unique gameplay, tough-as-nails enemies, and some linear restrictions to keep it all grounded back in 1993.”
“There is a variety of sub-systems and mechanics that are quite unlike the norm, and they are used to startling effect.”
Romancing SaGa 2 (Switch eShop) Review
Square Enix’s long lost Super Famicom RPG arrives in North America, giving us an interesting RPG with some unique ideas.
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Romancing SaGa 2 is a really intriguing JRPG. The combat system has a great sense of depth thanks to its distinctive take on levelling, the inclusion of formations and how the player is held accountable for each party member. The kingdom management aspects also provide a greater sense of player agency and helps set it apart from conventional role-playing games. Due to this design, the story and character development – including the dialogue throughout – aren’t quite as refined as other Square Enix titles. Regardless, the entire concept has aged surprisingly well – even by modern standards.
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A lot of RPGs produce what can basically be described as "junk data." They pile numbers on top of numbers in order to present a dizzying array of statistics, but they always lead to the same result. In turn, the player never really learns anything. Romancing SaGa 2 is a title that deserves to be explored. This isn't just in the sense of visiting each town and opening every treasure chest. There is a variety of sub-systems and mechanics that are quite unlike the norm, and they are used to startling effect. At times, one can be left feeling a little lost, but that's part of what makes it work so well. They will pick and prod until the solution reveals itself. Every aspect of this game blends into one another quite nicely, creating an experience that any fan of the classic era is sure to appreciate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Romancing SaGa 2 is a role playing game.
Romancing SaGa 2 is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Phone and others.
Romancing SaGa 2 was released on May 26, 2016.
Romancing SaGa 2 was developed by 1993,2017 SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved. Planned & Developed by ArtePiazza ILLUSTRATION/TOMOMI KOBAYASHI.
Romancing SaGa 2 has received mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.
Romancing SaGa 2 is a single player game.
Similar games include King of Dragon Pass, Romancing SaGa 2, Romancing SaGa 3, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven, King's Bounty: The Legend and others.