Siralim 2

94%
Game Brain Score Based on 381 reviews
  • gameplay
  • story
  • grinding
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Siralim 2 is an old-school monster catching RPG. Summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through endless dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to upgrade your castle, empower your creatures, craft powerful artifacts, learn new spells, and much more.Siralim 2 never ends. There's an infinite amount of content, and absolutely no limits or level caps of any…

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 381 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  • The graphics and UI may feel outdated and simplistic, which could deter some players from fully enjoying the game.
  • 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 to be a drawback, as the game prioritizes gameplay mechanics over plot development.
  • gameplay123 mentions

    The gameplay of Siralim 2 is characterized by a rich variety of mechanics, including creature breeding, resource management, and tactical combat, offering players extensive customization and strategic depth. While the game features a repetitive core loop of dungeon crawling and creature collection, it compensates with a plethora of systems that keep the experience engaging, albeit sometimes grindy. Despite some criticisms regarding power balance and occasional technical issues, the overall consensus is that the game provides a rewarding and addictive RPG experience with significant replayability.

    • “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.”
  • story121 mentions

    The story in this game is generally considered minimal and straightforward, serving primarily as a vehicle to facilitate gameplay rather than as a compelling narrative. Players note that while there are quests and a basic plot, the focus is heavily on monster collection, breeding, and combat mechanics, with many finding the story forgettable or simplistic. Overall, the game appeals more to those who enjoy deep gameplay systems and customization rather than a rich narrative experience.

    • “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.”
    • “The story is very simple and straightforward.”
    • “While the story is beyond thin, the writing is surprisingly entertaining.”
    • “There's a lot of game systems at work here, but not a lot of story to go with it.”
  • grinding75 mentions

    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 that keeps the experience fresh. 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.”
  • graphics57 mentions

    The graphics of the game are predominantly 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, while the graphics may not be the game's strongest point, they are generally seen as acceptable within the context of its nostalgic aesthetic.

    • “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.”
  • music26 mentions

    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.”
  • replayability12 mentions

    The game boasts high replayability, with users praising its extensive content, random level generation, and diverse mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many players report discovering new elements even after dozens of hours, making it a worthwhile investment for those who enjoy grinding and customization. Overall, it is considered more replayable than many AAA titles.

    • “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.”
    • “So it has okay replay value and it's lengthy, so it's worth the money.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The game is praised for its engaging humor, featuring a funny storyline and quirky characters that add charm to the experience. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone and the randomness of interactions, such as deities quizzing them for unique rewards. Overall, the humor enhances the fun combat and creative monster combinations, contributing to a playful 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.”
  • stability2 mentions

    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.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    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.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    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 positive engagement with the community.

    • “The developers are excellent; they made a great game and are selling just that, with no microtransactions involved.”
    • “Great customer support and a comprehensive FAQ on their website enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The interaction with the community is commendable, making the monetization aspect feel fair and transparent.”
    • “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 development1 mentions

    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 enemies.”
    • “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 diverse abilities of the creatures, creating a rich tapestry of development throughout the game.”
    • “Character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
    • “The choices you make during character development seem to have little impact on the overall story or gameplay.”
    • “There is a lack of diversity in character abilities, which makes the development feel repetitive and uninspired.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    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.”
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Play time

20hMedian play time
33hAverage play time
6-50hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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