Seek Girl Ⅱ
- September 30, 2019
- DSGame
Get on Steam"Seek Girl 2" is a first-person puzzle-adventure game set in a surreal world. The player must navigate through various levels, solving puzzles and collecting items to progress. The game features a unique art style and a mysterious story about a missing girl. It offers a challenging and immersive experience, testing the player's problem-solving skills and perception of reality.
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Reviews
- The artwork and animations are of high quality, providing a visually appealing experience.
- The game features simple puzzles that can be completed quickly, making it accessible for casual players.
- It offers easy achievements and is playable with one hand, making it a convenient choice for quick gaming sessions.
- The gameplay is extremely short and lacks depth, with many players finishing it in under 10 minutes.
- The puzzles are overly simplistic, leading to a lack of challenge and engagement.
- The game requires a patch to unlock adult content, which can be frustrating for players expecting a complete experience out of the box.
- gameplay49 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay in the "Seek Girl" series is generally criticized for being simplistic, repetitive, and lacking depth, with many players noting that it serves primarily as a vehicle for its art gallery rather than offering meaningful interaction. While some improvements have been made in mechanics and polish, the overall experience is often described as short and unchallenging, making it more suitable for art or achievement collectors than for those seeking engaging gameplay.
“The platforming mechanics are drastically improved, as is the gunplay; everything is so smooth, well-polished, and immersive that when you play this game, you really feel like a seek girl.”
“$0.99 isn't bad -- there isn't a lot here though and the gameplay is really simple but it's worth it on discount or in a bundle.”
“Making the puzzles a bit more challenging along the way, the gameplay is very basic and easy, though.”
“Like the first game, *seek girl Ⅱ* is 'one of those titles you buy just for the gallery, and not for meaningful gameplay.' With maybe fifteen minutes of disinteresting gameplay, I only recommend this game for art or achievement collectors.”
“To conclude: I did not enjoy this game a lot; the gameplay is boring, extremely repetitive, and totally unchallenging.”
“Great artworks, but finished in 14 minutes and the gameplay is lame.”
- graphics41 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are described as sharp and featuring smooth animations, with a consistent art style that some players find superb. However, many reviewers note that the artwork in this sequel is not as impressive as in the first game, and there are technical flaws and lazy design choices that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, players must download a DLC patch to access uncensored visuals, which adds to the mixed reception of the graphics.
“The artwork is nice and sharp with smoother animations and interesting angles.”
“Artwork is superb.”
“( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) the artwork in this game is top-notch.”
“It only took a few minutes to beat the full game, and the artwork isn't as good.”
“Even though this is the second part of the series, sadly though the artwork is not as good as the first seek girl.”
“Yes, there's questionable content throughout, the 'game' hardly lasts a quarter of an hour, the style of the graphics is bad, there are technical flaws regarding clothing, and just lazy design choices.”
- music13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as royalty-free and generally pleasant, featuring a variety of themes from soothing piano to carnival and country styles. While some players find it relaxing and fitting for the puzzle genre, others suggest that it may not be compelling enough to warrant a full purchase, recommending it instead for bundles or sales. Overall, the music contributes to a chill atmosphere, enhancing the gameplay experience.
“Chill music - ✓”
“Wellll being this is puzzle and its the 2nd installment of seek girls def liked this one just simply click on girl icon and move with your mouse and reach the end and complete level easy and you get reward with cute and lovely girls ^^ cheap and easy ach also def pick this one up its fun and got relaxing music.”
“Random sounds and music”
“Background music themes range from soothing piano music, via carnival to country.”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story in the *Seek Girl* trilogy by the Chinese developer dsgame is praised for its compelling plots and innovative twists that subvert traditional storytelling tropes, providing an engaging experience. However, some users feel that the narrative may not be as substantial as that found in literature, suggesting that those seeking a deep story might be better off reading a book.
“The Chinese developing team dsgame is renowned for their ability to weave compelling plots full of exciting twists and turns that turn common storytelling tropes on their heads, and the seek girl trilogy is no exception.”
“It's a good game with a captivating plot and provides an eye-opening experience.”
“The storytelling in this game is truly exceptional, offering a unique perspective that keeps players engaged.”
“No story”
“If you want story, then go read a book.”
“If you want story, then go read a book.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching moments and character development, which evoke strong feelings, including tears from players. However, some reviewers note that the impact of significant plot twists in the third act is diminished without the rich worldbuilding and character arcs established in the previous installment.
“Some of the jaw-dropping twists in the third act of the game don't hit as hard without the intricate worldbuilding or the heart-wrenching development of the characters established in the series' first outing.”
“I cried”
“I cried”
- grinding6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding in this game to be less tedious compared to its predecessor, with many noting that it is not necessary to grind to unlock all achievements. However, some still feel that extensive grinding may be required for certain aspects of gameplay.
“No grinding has to be done in order to unlock all of the achievements.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for more risqué humor in the game, specifically suggesting the inclusion of sexual themes as a way to enhance its comedic elements.
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews do not provide specific insights into the game's optimization, focusing instead on the impressive voice cast and their performances. As such, there is no clear assessment of the game's performance or technical optimization.
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted for its solid designs and backgrounds, which align with the series' established style. However, it is criticized for having weaker mechanics, animation, and voice acting, suggesting that these elements detract from the overall character experience.
“Character designs and backgrounds are solid, typical for the series, but the mechanics, animation, and voice acting are probably the weakest aspects in this seek girl game.”
“Character designs and backgrounds are solid, typical for the series, but the mechanics, animation, and voice acting are probably the weakest aspects in this seek girl game.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed feedback, with users reporting that some aspects are prone to bugs. Overall, this suggests that while the game is playable, players may encounter occasional issues that affect their experience.
“Some of them are kind of buggy.”
