Senko no Ronde 2
- September 7, 2017
- G.rev Ltd.
Solid and definitely has an audience. There could be some hard-to-ignore faults, but the experience is fun.
Get on Steam"Senko no Ronde 2" is a thrilling action game that combines shooting and fighting genres, where players control mechas called Rounders and use long-range attacks and melee assaults to defeat opponents. With an immersive storyline set in a future where humanity has fled to the stars, the game offers multiple characters, rounders, local battles, and online matching. The soundtrack, by Zuntata alumnus Yasuhisa Watanabe, further enhances the gaming experience.
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Playstation 5
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Reviews
- Senko no Ronde 2 combines elements of fighting games and bullet hell shooters, offering a unique and engaging gameplay experience that appeals to fans of both genres.
- The game features a detailed story mode with fully voiced characters, providing depth and personality to the mechs and enhancing the overall experience.
- The controls are well-designed and satisfying, making it easy to pick up, while still offering a challenging learning curve for mastering different characters.
- The online multiplayer experience is plagued by lag and connection issues, making it difficult to enjoy matches with others.
- Some players find the story mode convoluted and the character designs generic, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- The game can be expensive for what it offers, and there is a lack of a robust player base for online matches, limiting the multiplayer experience.
- story22 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying its length and character depth, while others find it disjointed and overly complicated. The story mode features fully voiced characters and multiple endings, reminiscent of mecha anime, but can be perceived as lacking coherence at times. Overall, it offers a robust narrative experience, though opinions vary on its execution and quality.
“I loved the story mode because it reminded me of the anime series mentioned above.”
“This game, however, comes with a detailed story mode which provides us glances into each character's personality and their lives with full professional voice acting.”
“No, the story is not that complicated; it's the typical mecha/evangelion kind of thing where you just need to pay a little bit of attention to know what is going on, because every arc of the character is actually happening at the same time with another one, so some endings might be connected with some other endings, thus creating a new verse.”
“Arcade mode has a disjointed story, but there is a story mode with apparently more sketchy character design (which was based on the original Senko no Ronde Duo not released outside Japan) but switches back to a more modern character design as used in arcade and character profiles during fights.”
“Story mode is painfully dumb and annoying in places.”
“The story is not that complicated; it's the typical mecha/evangelion kind of thing where you just need to pay a little bit of attention to know what is going on, because every arc of the character is actually happening at the same time with another one.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, particularly for its impressive soundtrack and the addition of new character themes, which many consider masterpieces. While some users note variability in the overall sound experience, the inclusion of an OST book enhances the legacy and provides fans with more content. Overall, the music is regarded as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“The soundtrack is amazing, especially the new themes added for some characters.”
“The game itself is worth looking at for the super 10/10 story mode, with the music also being a 10/10. Themes such as 'Cavalier's Note', 'Art of War', or 'Invulnerable Satellite' are just masterpieces.”
“The book is like a visual novel; most of the characters and CG look like some sort of concept (which looks kind of neat!), and some parts of the text make you listen to a song while reading, making it a book VN, always welcome!”
“Music and sound, your mileage may vary here.”
“The visuals, sounds, music, and voice acting all sound fine and serviceable.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a dynamic blend of bullet hell shoot 'em up and fighting game mechanics, offering engaging 1v1 combat that becomes particularly enjoyable once players master the mechanics. However, some users feel that the game could benefit from better explanations of its mechanics and improvements to netcode to enhance the overall experience.
“Once you really get the combat mechanics down, you'll be blasting away like a pro.”
“The gameplay is 1v1 bullet hell that is pretty fun.”
“Also, I'm no one to say this, but it needs to explain the mechanics better to attract more audience. The netcode needs to be fixed too, but I'm sure they're working on that.”
“Gameplay-wise, this is a mix of both a bullet hell shmup (shoot 'em up) and a fighting game.”
“This is a great tactic, especially during the endgame, since it is somewhat of a last-ditch comeback mechanic.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics are well-optimized for medium-end PCs, with minimal frame drops, and are enhanced by vibrant anime-inspired artwork and a colorful cast of characters. Overall, the visuals, along with the sound and voice acting, contribute to a solid and engaging presentation.
“The graphics handle well, and you should be fine with minimal frame drops on a mid-range PC build.”
“The anime-inspired artwork and colorful cast of anime trope characters really make the presentation stand out.”
“The visuals, sounds, music, and voice acting all come together to create a fine and serviceable experience.”
“The visuals, sounds, music, and voice acting all sound fine and serviceable.”
“The graphics handle well, and you should be fine with minimal frame drops on a medium-end PC build.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is inconsistent, featuring a disjointed narrative in Arcade mode, while the Story mode presents a more sketchy character design reminiscent of the original Senko no Ronde Duo. However, this design shifts back to a modern style during fights and character profiles, creating a jarring experience for players.
“The arcade mode features a disjointed story, and while there is a story mode, the character design feels inconsistent, switching between a sketchy style based on the original 'Senko no Ronde Duo' and a more modern design used in the arcade and character profiles during fights.”
“The character development is lacking, as the story mode's character design appears to be a mix of outdated sketches and modern styles, leading to a confusing visual experience.”
“There is a noticeable inconsistency in character design throughout the game, with the arcade mode presenting a disjointed narrative and the story mode relying on a sketchy aesthetic that detracts from character development.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received criticism, particularly regarding the online mode, which users report as laggy and poorly optimized.
“I haven't tried online mode yet, but from what I hear, it's quite laggy and not optimized well at all.”
