Siralim 2

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"Siralim 2 is a single-player, fantasy turn-based strategy game with a good plot and compelling mechanics. Battle through randomly generated dungeons with over 600 unique, customizable creatures, using rare treasure to upgrade your castle and empower your troops. The game features a breeding system and endless content, but be prepared for heavy grinding."

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Play Modes

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

+17

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 383 reviews

gameplay29 positive mentions

grinding75 negative mentions

Siralim 2 offers a vast amount of content with over 500 unique monsters, extensive customization options, and a deep breeding system that keeps gameplay fresh and engaging.
The game features a variety of mechanics, including spell gems, artifacts, and a deity reputation system, allowing for diverse strategies and team compositions.
The developer is highly responsive to community feedback, frequently releasing updates and improvements, which enhances the overall gaming experience.

The graphics and UI may feel outdated and simplistic, which could deter some players looking for a more modern aesthetic.
The game can become grindy, especially in the early stages, as players may need to spend significant time leveling up and gathering resources.
Some players may find the lack of a compelling story or narrative focus disappointing, as the game prioritizes gameplay mechanics over plot.

gameplay
123 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Siralim 2 is characterized by a rich variety of mechanics, including creature breeding, resource gathering, and tactical combat, which provide players with extensive choices and replayability. While the game offers a deep and engaging experience, some players find the multitude of systems overwhelming and the combat can become grindy. Overall, it emphasizes gameplay over story, appealing to fans of complex RPG mechanics and monster collection.
- “So many enjoyable mechanics and systems: traits, breeding, resource-gathering, artifacts, rituals, runes, random map generation, achievements, bestiary, and the list goes on...”
- “The gameplay is solid, and honestly is better than even some AAA titles I've played in my life.”
- “This game has me addicted with its fun and rewarding gameplay loop and has me caught up in real nostalgia.”
- “The core gameplay is pretty repetitive: you explore realms, completing realm quests to gain favor with gods (who provide you with unique benefits), occasionally fight bosses and advance the story.”
- “After playing numerous dungeon crawling and pet monster games, this game does not seem to really introduce anything new, the graphics are bland, and the strategy and gameplay seem to be overly simplistic.”
- “While it can get grindy at times (especially if you hit a brick wall), there are still other mechanics that make the grinding worthwhile.”
story
121 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in this game is generally considered minimal and straightforward, serving primarily as a vehicle to facilitate gameplay rather than as a focal point. Players note that while there are quests and a basic plot, the emphasis is on monster collection, breeding, and combat mechanics, with many finding the narrative forgettable or simplistic. Overall, the game appeals to those who prioritize gameplay depth and customization over a compelling storyline.
- “The story will carry you for a while (~20 hours in my case but it could easily be done in less than 10), and afterwards you'll find a multitude of things that can grab your attention.”
- “While the story is beyond thin, the writing is surprisingly entertaining.”
- “The story is very simple and straightforward.”
- “While the story isn't particularly deep or nuanced, you will most certainly get your value, even if the game was bought at full price.”
- “There's not much in the way of plot either, which I understand is to let the game speak for itself, but I'd still rather a basic plot than the bare-bones explanation you get at the start of the game.”
grinding
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is a significant focus, with many players noting that while it can become tedious over time, it is often balanced by engaging mechanics and a wealth of content to explore. Some players appreciate the depth and customization available, making the grind feel rewarding, while others find it repetitive and lacking in purpose. Overall, the game caters to those who enjoy extensive grinding and character development, but may not appeal to players seeking a more streamlined experience.
- “The grinding in this game just seems so boring... as I stated in a discussion, if they add a new mode where parents don't dissolve after breeding, one of my main issues with this game would be solved!”
- “It can get a bit grindy and tedious over the long run, and highly tactical decision making has its place with certain party compositions and against some enemies.”
- “This game gets a 4 out of 10 for graphics and music being appealing, but the achievements being empty farming tasks that are all the same and unfulfilling, the story being non-existent, and the game being barely a game at all makes this not worth your money.”
graphics
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are largely described as retro and simplistic, often reminiscent of 8-bit and 16-bit styles, which some players find charming while others consider them outdated and unappealing. Despite the mixed opinions on the visual quality, many reviewers agree that the graphics do not detract from the overall gameplay experience, allowing players to focus on the deep mechanics and monster collection aspects. Overall, the pixel art style is appreciated by fans of old-school aesthetics, though it may not satisfy those seeking modern graphical fidelity.
- “An excellent game for people who adore old school graphics and collectibles.”
- “The graphics are simple yet beautiful, with brightly colored varied environments and unique monster designs.”
- “As simple as the graphics are, they look and feel very polished and lifelike, and avoid the 'RPG Maker feel' that indie old-school RPGs often have.”
- “The graphics are pretty bad, but it's all about the gameplay.”
- “After playing numerous dungeon crawling and pet monster games, this game does not seem to really introduce anything new; the graphics are bland, and the strategy and gameplay seem to be overly simplistic.”
- “And though it doesn't really affect the overall gameplay -- the game is supposed to focus solely on the actual monster collection, kingdom building, and battling -- the game aesthetically is garbage.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
46%
15%
The music in the game has received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising its catchiness and variety across different realms. While some noted that certain tracks can become repetitive due to short loops, others found the soundtrack engaging enough to keep on instead of playing their own music. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing positively to the atmosphere despite some criticisms regarding its repetitiveness.
- “The music is - wow.”
- “Fantastic soundtrack (usually I play games with a YouTube video or music playlist, but not with this title).”
- “The soundtrack that ranges from mesmerizing to intense to soothing.”
- “The game world, music, and atmosphere is completely lacking.”
- “Music is rather annoying, sound effects are average at best.”
- “It's a shame, since the game has nice aesthetics, with great pixel graphics and catchy music, but any lack of challenge just kills its visual greatness.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability, with users praising its extensive content, random level generation, and diverse mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many players report spending dozens of hours exploring new elements and strategies, making it a worthwhile investment. Overall, it is considered more replayable than many AAA titles, offering a highly addictive experience.
- “The replayability is high and definitely got my money's worth, as I'm sure I'll dive in for another set of too many hours once my Steam backlog gets worked through more.”
- “Fantastic replayability with lots of mechanics and party customization.”
- “Due to the random nature of the levels, quests, artifact stats, and gems (spells), the replay value is astronomical.”
- “From Disgaea, Siralim 2 draws the emphasis on 'grinding' and replayability that underlies the entire game.”
- “Quite replayable, I'm still finding new things 69 hours in.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its engaging humor, featuring a funny storyline and quirky characters that add to the experience. Players enjoy the comedic elements, such as random deities quizzing them for unique rewards, and appreciate the lighthearted tone that suggests the game doesn't take itself too seriously. The humor is further enhanced by the endless possibilities in monster combinations and traits, contributing to a fun and entertaining atmosphere.
- “Really fun combat, great funny storytelling, and a wonderful pixel art style.”
- “Great humor in the form of random characters and deities showing up to quiz you and to offer unique rewards if you answer correctly.”
- “It has a good sense of humor and you can tell sometimes it doesn't take itself seriously.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game appears to be mixed; while some users report excellent performance with no framerate issues or bugs, others experience significant problems, such as freezing during the loading screen.
- “Every time I try to get past the load screen, it just freezes and locks down.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its excellent optimization, with users reporting smooth performance and no noticeable framerate issues, bugs, or glitches. Players appreciate the flexibility in team-building strategies without experiencing any graphical problems.
- “Excellent performance (no framerate issues, bugs, or glitches that I've seen so far).”
- “Some people build teams entirely made of tanks, others build full casters, some like a nice balance. I personally build my entire team around a single super creature, and it all works. Runs smoothly as far as graphics issues go.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the absence of microtransactions and the developer's commitment to delivering a quality product. The developer is recognized for their transparency, excellent customer support, and overall integrity in the gaming market.
- “The developers are excellent; they created a great game without any microtransactions. Their customer support is outstanding, and the website FAQ is very helpful.”
- “I appreciate that the game is sold as is, without any unnecessary monetization tactics. It's refreshing to see a developer focus on quality and player experience.”
- “The transparency in their monetization strategy is commendable. They prioritize player satisfaction over profit, which is rare in today's gaming industry.”
- “The developer deserves a ton of credit for making an honest good game that's too overlooked in a sea of Steam microtransactions, asset flips, and hot garbage.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is marked by a rich diversity, featuring a variety of creatures in both the player's army and enemies, each equipped with unique artifacts and spell gems. This depth extends to the main character's growth, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “The diversity in character development is impressive, with unique traits and abilities for each creature in your army, as well as your foes.”
- “Each creature can hold artifacts and spell gems, adding layers to their development and making every encounter feel fresh and strategic.”
- “The main character's growth is complemented by the rich variety of creatures, allowing for a dynamic and engaging gameplay experience.”
- “Character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The game offers little in terms of unique character arcs, resulting in a generic experience that fails to engage players.”
- “Despite the variety of creatures and artifacts, the overall character development is disappointing and feels repetitive.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is criticized for being underwhelming, with users noting a significant absence of engaging world design and music.
- “The game world, music, and atmosphere are completely lacking.”
- “The overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
- “There is no sense of immersion; the atmosphere fails to engage the player.”