SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI L Dx2

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SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI L Dx2 is a Role Playing game with an intriguing story, fabulous game mechanics, excellent visuals, and marvelous music. Summon and turn demons into Armament to fight alongside your avatar in the Alterworld. Despite some grinding, annoying ads, and bugs, the game offers plenty of humor and excitement for players.

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,003 reviews

story375 positive mentions

monetization80 negative mentions

Great graphics and engaging gameplay that captures the essence of the SMT series.
Generous with in-game rewards, allowing free-to-play players to progress without spending money.
Diverse range of demons and customization options, making team building enjoyable.

Connection errors are frequent, making the game unplayable for some users.
Gacha rates for obtaining high-tier demons are extremely low, leading to frustration.
The tutorial is excessively long and intrusive, hindering the initial gameplay experience.

story
887 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
53%
5%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its depth and engaging characters, reminiscent of classic Shin Megami Tensei narratives. However, some find it lacking in originality and depth, describing it as basic or repetitive, particularly after completing the main storyline. Overall, while the story is considered decent for a mobile game, it may not fully satisfy long-time fans of the franchise seeking a more intricate plot.
- “The story has come a long way, and over time I've collected a lot of 5-star demons and been able to unlock a lot of their abilities.”
- “The plot development is rich and stimulating, and the gameplay has a rewarding mechanism of character and team building.”
- “The story is surprisingly interesting, and the gameplay is textbook, love it, 5 stars.”
- “The story is subpar and the characters are one-dimensional.”
- “The story is a bit weak; however, the RNG for special event summons can feel like the chances of getting what you actually want is a little too low.”
- “The story is lackluster and regrettably forgettable, and the events are just seemingly the same boring thing.”
gameplay
656 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
49%
4%
The gameplay of the game has been widely praised for its adherence to the classic Shin Megami Tensei (SMT) mechanics, offering a complex and engaging turn-based combat system that fans of the series will appreciate. However, many players have expressed frustration with the gacha mechanics, which can hinder the overall experience, particularly in terms of accessibility and balance. While the game features a rich variety of gameplay modes and mechanics, some users find the learning curve steep and the frequent tutorials intrusive, detracting from the enjoyment of the core gameplay.
- “Amazing gameplay with unique takes on the SMT formula that even mainline games could stand to learn from.”
- “The gameplay is the classic SMT one, with some minor differences, mainly the MP system.”
- “Great gameplay for anyone who enjoys turn-based combat and strategy.”
- “The gameplay is disappointingly easy to the point of not having any challenge at all.”
- “The gameplay itself is a very dumbed down variant of other SMT games.”
- “Gameplay is boring as hell.”
graphics
562 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
31%
3%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their stunning quality and artistic style, often comparing them favorably to console-level visuals. However, some players have reported performance issues, such as frame rate drops and graphical glitches, particularly on lower-end devices. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a significant highlight, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience.
- “The graphics are amazing and customizable, if the phone cannot run it properly.”
- “Graphics are some of the most stunning I have ever seen in a mobile game.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous and very creative.”
- “The only gripes I have with this game is that the graphics aren't very optimized, so high graphic settings seem to drop frame rates quite a bit. I'm on the LG V30, so not the highest-end smartphone, but still decent.”
- “Graphics are an eyesore compared to other gacha games.”
- “While this game with its ugly PS2 graphics and laggy gameplay makes your eyes strain.”
monetization
169 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
43%
47%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the high cost of in-app purchases and the aggressive promotion of these transactions, which often feels like a cash grab. While some users appreciate that the game can be played without spending money, they note that progress can be slow and that the game heavily favors players who spend significantly. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as intrusive and detrimental to the overall experience, despite the availability of free content.
- “There are no ads, and so far, several hours in, there has been no need to spend money.”
- “Even though there are in-app purchases, you never feel forced to buy anything.”
- “While it has microtransactions, they aren't required to progress in the game.”
- “The constant bombardment of ads in the game telling you to buy more is just pathetic.”
- “However, the cash grab mechanics really hamper the entire experience.”
- “It's a pointless cash grab that wasted its time on.”
grinding
157 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The reviews indicate that the game is heavily grind-focused, often leading to a tedious experience for players, especially during the tutorial and mid-game stages. While some appreciate the depth and potential rewards of grinding, many express frustration over the excessive time required to progress, particularly in leveling up demons and obtaining resources. Despite the grind, there are features like auto-questing that help alleviate some of the tedium, but overall, the consensus is that the game leans towards being overly grindy, especially for free-to-play players.
- “Makes it very addicting, and the level grind is not bad at all. It's not too grindy, and the speed feature is great.”
- “Everything can be upgraded which means grinding for points and then monsters to fuse into others for minimal gains.”
- “The game is going to require a lot of grinding though.”
- “It's fun, but tedious when you're a beginner.”
music
99 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
44%
3%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its quality and catchiness, while some feel it falls short compared to previous titles in the Shin Megami Tensei franchise. Players express a desire for more variety and the inclusion of remixed tracks from earlier games, highlighting that while the soundtrack is generally good, it could benefit from additional content. Overall, the music is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “The music is great, especially the title theme.”
- “The soundtrack and gameplay design is great!”
- “The music, art style, combat system, demons and characters are awesome.”
- “The music needs more work (kind of worse than SMT 4).”
- “Listening to the only 2 battle OSTs is really depressing... music is what DX2 needs most.”
- “Only gripe is no remixed OST from mainline games like SMT Imagine to my knowledge and no option to change battle music.”
optimization
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
47%
22%
Overall, the game's optimization has seen significant improvements since its initial release, with many players noting smoother performance and better gameplay experiences. However, there are still widespread complaints about inconsistent frame rates, particularly on lower-end devices, and a lack of detailed graphics settings. While some users report satisfactory performance on higher-end smartphones, many others find the game poorly optimized, leading to lag and performance issues.
- “The game has vastly improved since I last played to where I can actually play it now and it's optimized greatly.”
- “Great optimization compared to the previous update!”
- “Well-optimized yet very beautiful mobile app.”
- “The only gripes I have with this game is that the graphics aren't very optimized, so high graphic settings seem to drop frame rates quite a bit. I'm on the LG V30, so not the highest-end smartphone, but still decent.”
- “Poorly optimized and lags even on a Samsung Galaxy S20.”
- “This game is honestly an unoptimized piece of hot trash that looks bad.”
stability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and various bugs that hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues right from the start, such as being unable to progress past the user agreement or encountering graphical glitches. Despite the game's potential, the overwhelming presence of technical problems has led to a frustrating experience for many users.
- “After almost a year, the game still has glitches and exploits even exist (recently there was a bug that allowed new players to receive bonuses twice).”
- “Too many bugs and glitches can't even play it for 2 minutes without disconnecting.”
- “I've been playing since the western release but now ever since the last update it just freezes my phone upon launching.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
96%
13%
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with many players appreciating the clever and often darkly comedic dialogue, as well as the amusing character designs and interactions. While some reviews express disappointment in the humor's effectiveness, the majority highlight the game's ability to blend humor with engaging gameplay and storytelling, making it a fun addition to the franchise. Overall, the humor is described as a mix of clever, dark, and sometimes absurd, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
- “The user comments on each demon is particularly funny to read through and a clever way of using the player base.”
- “The story dialogue is quite enjoyable with dark humor and the gameplay has some nice complexity and customization.”
- “Good gameplay, interesting mechanics, story mode has compelling and hilarious writing and voice acting for every line (not just grunts or laughs).”
- “This is not funny.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected more clever humor, but it just didn't deliver.”
character development
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
Overall, character development in the game is praised for its engaging storyline and significant growth of the main character, drawing comparisons to titles like Persona. While the character designs are generally well-received, some players find them to be inconsistent or lacking imagination, particularly for certain characters. The visual effects and graphics enhance the overall appeal, though some players note that the grind for materials can detract from the experience.
- “The updates and storyline are getting interesting, and the main character has a huge character development.”
- “Through story and character development.”
- “In short, the game is great; the story is easy to follow, and the character design is impressive.”
- “Disregarding the demons, the character designs are unimaginative.”
- “Also, some of the character designs are really wack (Eileen's hair...).”
- “The updates and storyline are getting interesting, but the main character has a huge character development.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Reviewers highlight the game's strong replayability, noting a diverse roster of demons that enhances the experience. However, there is a desire for additional playable characters to further enrich replay value.
- “A surprisingly full experience with a complete roster of demons and lots of replayability.”
- “I would very much like to see more playable characters in the future.”
- “Plus points if they are playable too.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The atmosphere is praised for its beautiful graphics and a unique "dank" quality, creating an engaging environment. Some users appreciate the lighter tone, contrasting with the typical apocalyptic themes, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The beautiful visuals create a 'dank' atmosphere that I enjoy the most.”
- “The lighter atmosphere, free from an active apocalypse, is complemented by fantastic graphics.”
- “The atmosphere feels too light and cheerful, which clashes with the supposed apocalyptic setting.”
- “While the graphics are fantastic, the overall atmosphere lacks the tension and immersion I was hoping for.”
- “The game fails to create a truly immersive atmosphere, leaving it feeling flat and uninspired.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the emotional impact of the game profound, particularly when faced with the heart-wrenching decision to harm characters they consider friends, highlighting the game's ability to evoke strong feelings and moral dilemmas.
- “Even though it's just a game, killing someone who's supposed to be your friend is heartbreaking.”
- “The emotional weight of the choices you make lingers long after the game is over.”
- “I found myself genuinely tearing up during the pivotal moments of the story.”