- June 1, 2015
- 10tons Ltd
- 261h median play time
Sparkle 2
Puzzle fans beware: Sparkle 2 will have you glued to your console – especially if you attempt the addictive Endless mode. This is an entertaining distraction at a decent price, and is definitely deserving of an ever ready spot on your device.
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Sparkle 2 is an action-puzzle game that offers a premium experience with state-of-the-art special effects. With four game modes, over 90 levels, and more than 200 Slinger enhancements, players can delve into an engaging mystery through a story narrated with professional voiceovers. Explore exciting locations, discover enchanted keys, and unlock secrets in this long-awaited sequel to the award-winning Sparkle.
- Engaging and addictive gameplay with a good mix of challenge and casual fun.
- Beautiful graphics and a pleasant soundtrack enhance the overall experience.
- Offers a variety of game modes and power-ups, allowing for personalized gameplay.
- Some levels can be frustratingly difficult, especially on higher difficulties.
- Repetitive soundtracks and gameplay can lead to monotony over time.
- A few bugs, such as the orb swapping issue, can disrupt the gaming experience.
- story37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The game's story is generally considered bland and forgettable, lacking the depth and lore found in similar titles like Zuma and Tumblebugs. While it provides a basic narrative framework involving the quest for keys and light versus dark forces, many players feel it serves primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than an engaging tale. However, the calming and ominous narration adds a pleasant touch, and the game offers various modes and challenges that extend playtime beyond the main story.
“Actually an amazing game with brilliant storytelling and puzzles.”
“A story told very well, the soundtrack is absolutely top.”
“The voice actor has an amazing voice and is very talented in his storytelling.”
“In terms of the story, it isn't as exciting as compared to Zuma and Tumblebugs, which have more of a lore behind the animal you play as the slinger.”
“The story is quite bland for my taste. I might have overstayed my welcome with playing this game three times continuously. Even after you unlock all of the enchantments for the slinger, you still have to play the same route in the other difficulties, which really bugged me.”
“The 'story' was forgettable, though.”
Sparkle 2 Review
In conclusion, Sparkle 2 is a lot like Sparkle Unleashed, which in turn was a lot like PopCap's Zuma. If you are a fan of this genre of game, then Sparkle 2 has a lot going for it, but it unlikely to convert anyone else to its cause. We found it weirdly addictive, with the "just one more level" effect being very strong, and the usually pretty graphics and reactive music all helping to hook us in. At its heart, its another colour matcher, but this is a little different to the run of the mill mobile ports that we see, and with the new modes to unlock as you play, it could well keep you hooked a little longer than normal.
60%Sparkle 2 PS4 Review
An accomplished and engaging take on the match-three puzzler, Sparkle 2 ably provides the PlayStation 4 with the sort of compelling bite-sized puzzle gameplay that it hasn't really had until now. Ultimately, Sparkle 2 is an easy recommendation to make for newbies and seasoned puzzle-fiends alike.
80%Sparkle 2 Review
10tons’ action-puzzler Sparkle 2 might be old news to PC and PlayStation 4 owners, having been available since 2014, but finally Xbox One owners can get in on the frenetic and addictive action as it hits the Xbox Store today. Yay! (Yes, that’s a genuine “yay”; I’m not being sardonic in any way. Honest.)
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