Sacred 2 Gold

73%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,536 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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In Sacred 2 Gold, players explore the world of Ancaria as either a champion of light or shadow in Sacred 2: Fallen Angel, or a new character with additional items, enemies, and missions in the Ice & Blood expansion. Engage in intense battles, acquire powerful weapons, and experience a richly detailed fantasy world. This definitive edition offers countless hours of gameplay in a vast, seamless world.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

73%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,536 reviews
story90 positive mentions
stability78 negative mentions
  • story494 mentions

    The story in Sacred 2 is generally considered weak and forgettable, with many players noting that the main quest lacks depth and coherence, often overshadowed by an overwhelming number of repetitive side quests. While the game offers a choice between light and shadow paths, the narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage players meaningfully, leading to a focus on grinding and exploration rather than a compelling storyline. Despite some humorous dialogue and a vast world to explore, the quests often boil down to mundane tasks, leaving many players indifferent to the overarching plot.

    • “The game has countless hours of quests available and the main storyline is well written, allowing for replayability using different classes and alignments for variations on how things play out.”
    • “The story is gripping, the soundtrack is great (especially the Blind Guardian gig), and the added touch of humor is nice.”
    • “The writing in this game is simply funny; the game is very fun, the quests are fun, and just exploring the land is fun.”
    • “The story isn't great either.”
    • “The main quest is basically non-existent in its presence.”
    • “The story is terrible and non-existent.”
  • graphics203 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally considered decent for its age, with many players noting that they still hold up well despite being somewhat dated. While some reviews highlight the vibrant art style and detailed environments, others mention occasional graphical glitches and performance issues, particularly with certain hardware configurations. Overall, the visuals are appreciated for their beauty and detail, especially when enhanced with texture packs or mods, but opinions vary on their ability to compete with more modern titles.

    • “The graphics are incredible.”
    • “The graphics are vibrant and still beautiful, with dynamic day-night cycles, weather effects, and, if you have an NVIDIA card, physics effects.”
    • “Graphics are stunning even nowadays.”
    • “The graphics are atrocious even for the time it was made, the character design is hideous, and reminiscent of a teenage boy's fantasy. I just couldn't bring myself to keep playing when there are better games out there.”
    • “The graphics are dated since this game came out in 2008; you can easily see polygons and sharp edges on everything in the world.”
    • “The graphics too may need adjusting several times.”
  • gameplay171 mentions

    The gameplay of this RPG has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its complex mechanics, deep character customization, and engaging looting system, while others criticize it for being repetitive, slow, and plagued by bugs. Some players enjoy the nostalgic feel and open-world exploration, likening it to classic titles like Diablo, but note that the game struggles with modern hardware compatibility and lacks adequate tutorials for its intricate systems. Overall, while the game offers a substantial amount of content and hours of play, its dated mechanics and technical issues detract from the experience for many.

    • “The RPG mechanics are very fun to play with, and don't punish you for not knowing what's going on during your first playthrough.”
    • “The game mechanics and character designs are well-made; I love the open-world feeling and how you can explore different areas whenever you feel like it.”
    • “I have sunk countless hours into this game both on consoles and on this Steam edition, and rarely has an RPG glued me this hardcore into its gameplay.”
    • “And, most importantly, the gameplay is boring, slow, and lacks impact.”
    • “The gameplay was very repetitive for me, and as others have mentioned, unless you enjoy watching numbers slowly grow, the progression can feel lackluster.”
    • “It's way too buggy and the gameplay and controls are akin to pushing a wheelbarrow full of turds up a hill when it is missing the front wheel....it's messy!”
  • music94 mentions

    The music in the game, primarily featuring tracks by the German power metal band Blind Guardian, has received widespread acclaim for its immersive and energetic quality, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. While many players appreciate the soundtrack's thematic fit and the inclusion of a live concert event, some have noted that the battle music can become repetitive and detracts from the enjoyment during extended combat. Overall, the soundtrack is a significant highlight, particularly for fans of metal music, contributing to the game's appeal.

    • “In 2024, the graphics are beautiful and the soundtrack is hypnotic.”
    • “This is absolutely one of my favorite games ever and it does so much right from the great graphics, the cool concept, the funny humor, a good soundtrack, and for all metalheads out there... blind freaking guardian is in this game too!”
    • “The soundtrack (done by the band Blind Guardian) is a bit different for the genre - a power metal vibe to it, also giving you gentle pastoral pieces that help keep the fantasy cohesion intact.”
    • “The music is forgettable, the plot makes no sense, and the voice acting is some of the worst I've ever heard.”
    • “The combat music was also annoying and horrible to my taste; once again I dug a bit on the net and found a way to turn it off.”
    • “The music triggering kind of stinks though; it won't be long and you will slide the music volume slider to zero, it's just combat music being triggered over and over until you are sick of it by level 5.”
  • stability79 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, crashes, and freezes, particularly on Windows 10. Players have experienced various glitches affecting gameplay, including unresponsive characters, broken quests, and frame rate drops, making it often unplayable despite some attempts to fix issues with community patches. While some players still find enjoyment in the game, the overall consensus is that its stability issues significantly detract from the experience.

    • “ARPG fans can pick up this game for practically nothing these days, and if anyone has free time to burn, I would still recommend giving this a playthrough. There is a massive game world to explore - literally 10 times larger than all the Diablo series combined. Granted, that size and the amount of side quests can lead to some bugs, but the game's main quest lines are usually bug-free at least... usually.”
    • “I've done some research and found out that this game is horrendously buggy and its development was rushed to market.”
    • “Unfortunately very much unplayable, even with extensive troubleshooting it barely works for me.”
    • “The biggest problems with Sacred 2 is the fact it was never really finished, even with community patches the game is still extremely buggy, and it's quite possible to lose hours of progress due to random crashes or because of black screen issues.”
  • humor62 mentions

    The humor in the game is a prominent feature, characterized by a mix of quirky, self-referential, and sometimes campy elements that can be hit or miss depending on personal taste. Players appreciate the abundance of funny dialogue, humorous quests, and light-hearted interactions, though some feel the humor can become tiresome or is not as clever as the game intends. Overall, the game offers a colorful and engaging world filled with comedic moments, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate its unique brand of humor.

    • “Update after 73 more hours of play --- the game is consistently a joy to play, with quests galore, some really funny dialogue from all, including the most minor characters, and an easy to follow map.”
    • “The writing in this game is simply funny; the game is very fun, the quests are fun, and just exploring the land is fun.”
    • “Characters (both yours and enemies) have hilarious or corny one-liners while fighting that change depending on who (or what) you're fighting.”
    • “The 'funny' quests and dialogue are... not funny.”
    • “I expected a lot of humor, but the jokes fell flat and felt forced.”
    • “The attempts at humor often miss the mark, leaving me more confused than amused.”
  • optimization24 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, including stuttering and crashes, particularly on modern systems and Windows 10. While some users report smoother gameplay after applying community patches or adjusting settings, others find the game poorly optimized overall, requiring substantial system resources despite its age. Overall, the optimization appears to be inconsistent, leading to frustration for many players.

    • “I have had little to no issue running the game on my machine; I find overall that it runs smoothly, almost seamlessly.”
    • “A large and beautiful open world with surprisingly good performance acts as the backdrop for a well-designed loot-fest.”
    • “But lo, here it is, and finally reasonably optimized to run in Windows 7.”
    • “I experience is a dumpster fire; how do you go from an organized and optimized UI setup from the first to whatever this was trying to be is beyond me.”
    • “Poor optimization, especially for modern setups.”
    • “I don't know what the hell happened; just two years back this game had unbearable stuttering, bad CPU hogging due to single core usage, and constant crashes, etc... you name it.”
  • grinding23 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is polarizing; while some players enjoy the extensive leveling and loot collection, often spending countless hours on repetitive tasks, others find it tedious and frustrating, particularly due to long travel times and lackluster side quests. The game caters well to fans of grind-heavy RPGs, but the grind can feel excessive and detracts from the overall experience for those seeking a more engaging narrative.

    • “Grinding in this game is so immersive, it feels like you'll need a second life to keep up!”
    • “The grind is rewarding, offering a sense of achievement with every level gained.”
    • “I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it keeps me engaged without feeling tedious.”
    • “This process feels unnecessarily tedious.”
    • “I heavily suggest downloading the character editor to unlock higher difficulties and switch as soon as you get strong enough, to save yourself hundreds of hours of useless story grinding.”
    • “As for the bad: it is extremely tedious to find and travel to quest objectives which is made worse by several related bugs.”
  • replayability21 mentions

    The game boasts significant replayability, offering a vast world, multiple character classes, and two campaigns that, while overlapping, provide players with choices that enhance replay value. With over 50 hours for a single playthrough and various difficulty levels, players can enjoy a lengthy and engaging experience, complemented by a plethora of quests and unique skills. Overall, the combination of diverse content, random loot, and character customization ensures that players will find ample reasons to return.

    • “And it's big enough for 50+ hours for a single playthrough, and pretty much infinite replay value (7 actually unique classes, 5 difficulty levels total).”
    • “Don't let my play time on Steam fool you, I have accumulated several hundred hours on this game and let me tell you, it is all around perfect with so much replayability it's unbelievable.”
    • “There is a big replayability of the game: large content, mods, random loot, but also characters with their unique skills and gear.”
    • “The replayability is of value due to classes, skills and attributes in each character, that will make you want to try it out.”
    • “As typical of the genre, Sacred 2 offers multiple difficulties to unlock for even more replayability.”
  • character development15 mentions

    Character development in the game is noted for its depth and variety, with distinct classes and a rewarding loot system that encourages exploration and replayability. However, opinions on character design are polarized, with some praising the creativity and others criticizing it as unattractive and poorly executed. Overall, while the character progression mechanics are engaging, the aesthetic aspects of character design and animation leave much to be desired.

    • “It looks good, the character development is somewhat in-depth and the skills are useful.”
    • “Other than that it's a well-designed game, the classes are very different from each other and deliver extremely solid character development and the loot system is very rewarding and motivating.”
    • “This is the open-ended aspect of character development here, taking a cue from the Elder Scrolls series; which skills you select and level shape your toon's flavor.”
    • “The graphics are atrocious even for the time it was made, the character design is hideous, and reminiscent of a teenage boy's fantasy. The robo-furry is particularly out of place, and I just couldn't bring myself to keep playing when there are better games out there.”
    • “Weird character design (for such a run-of-the-mill fantasy setting), laughable animation (just take a look at that intro!), wonky voice acting, rather convoluted character attributes system, and yet it all comes together with good-looking graphics, music (Blind Guardian, hells yes!), interesting usage of PhysX, a bit of self-conscious humor, and a huge open world to form a thoroughly enjoyable game.”
    • “While Sacred 2's character designs and progression systems have always been genuinely novel, the world that your character inhabits feels a little underdeveloped.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a unique blend of lightheartedness and darker, more serious moments, creating a fairytale-like environment with beautiful landscapes. Players appreciate the vast, detailed open world filled with quests, though some feel that the story and antagonists detract from the overall atmospheric experience. Overall, the game offers a visually stunning and immersive world that enhances gameplay.

    • “Fantastic game with a huge atmospheric world and interesting classes to play with.”
    • “Gorgeous atmosphere, nice-looking combat, and such a big, wide world filled with numerous quests.”
    • “Only issue of this game that kinda turned me off a bit was maybe the story, bad guys and such, just felt off, was missing that atmosphere about the game.”
    • “The update to properly 3D didn't help the atmosphere.”
    • “It has a one-of-a-kind atmosphere that has never really been replicated; the pretty green areas are lovely and almost fairytale-like, but when the game gets dark and gloomy, it gets real.”
  • emotional4 mentions

    Reviews highlight a mixed emotional experience with the game, where some players find it offers deep emotional roleplay and hours of enjoyment, while others feel disconnected due to its storytelling and camera angles, leading to frustration and sadness. Overall, the emotional impact varies significantly among players, with some experiencing profound engagement and others feeling let down.

    • “Sacred 2 will bring you many, many hours of emotional roleplay gaming enjoyment, but also misery.”
    • “The camera angle made me cry.”
    • “The story is incredibly boring; let's be honest, nobody plays this game for its quality narrative.”
    • “The emotional depth is lacking, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
    • “I felt no emotional investment in the plot; it was just flat and unengaging.”
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Play time

35hMedian play time
96hAverage play time
10-66hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 16 analyzed playthroughs

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