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SpellForce 2: Gold Edition

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64%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
stability, grinding
64% User Score Based on 469 reviews

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SpellForce 2: Gold Edition is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by THQ Nordic and was released on March 23, 2007. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

SpellForce 2: Anniversary Edition is a fantasy real-time strategy game, offering both single-player and multiplayer modes for up to two players. This edition includes SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars and the add-on SpellForce 2: Dragon Storm, with enhanced features such as re-implemented multiplayer, numerous bug fixes, widescreen support, and major engine improvements for compatibility with modern systems. Immerse in its engaging story, appealing visuals, and stellar soundtrack, despite occasional bugs.

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Audience ScoreBased on 469 reviews
story59 positive mentions
stability30 negative mentions
  • Engaging blend of RTS and RPG mechanics, providing a unique gameplay experience.
  • Rich fantasy narrative with interesting characters and lore that keeps players invested.
  • Well-designed UI that allows for easy unit management and quick access to production buildings.
  • Numerous bugs and technical issues, including game-breaking glitches that can hinder progress.
  • Dated graphics and visuals that may not appeal to modern gamers.
  • Simplified character progression and resource management compared to the original Spellforce, leading to a less strategic experience.
  • story
    216 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in SpellForce 2 is a mixed bag, with some players praising its rich narrative and character depth, while others criticize it for being clichéd and predictable. Many appreciate the blend of RPG and RTS elements, which allows for dynamic mission design and engaging side quests, although some find the pacing slow and the quests repetitive. Overall, while the story has its flaws, it remains a significant draw for fans of the genre, offering enough intrigue and lore to keep players invested.

    • “The story itself is rich, with enough twists and depth to keep players invested.”
    • “A wonderful mix of real-time strategy and RPG, that builds a beautiful, gigantic world and tells a great high-fantasy story.”
    • “The story develops at a well-mannered pace and the concept that combines RPG and RTS is something I'd wish for in more games.”
    • “The game has a generic RPG story with a big bad who wants to rule the world, and we as players control a bunch of heroes trying to stop them.”
    • “I looked up the story online and this has to be the most boring 'fantasy' game I have ever come across.”
    • “The plot and settings are filled with so many clichés beside the main characters that the plot stopped pulling the cart fairly fast.”
  • graphics
    85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, reflecting its age, but many players still find them reasonably appealing for their time. While there are notable graphical issues and bugs, some users appreciate the artistic design and improvements made in newer editions. Overall, the visuals may not meet modern standards, but they still contribute positively to the game's nostalgic charm and engaging world.

    • “The presentation might be a bit dated, but to me still very beautiful and stylized in a way I have not seen in any other game... it has this beautiful desolation art style and mood to it.”
    • “With modern graphics cards (mine's a decade old and still looks great), it looks better than ever when you tell an entire army to charge into a base and then switch from overhead to over-the-shoulder view and march in there with them.”
    • “A few months ago, the graphical features would have been a potential negative, but with the release of the anniversary edition, this has totally been rectified with full 1080p and graphics that are shockingly good relative to the vanilla.”
    • “A buggy mess and a lot of issues with graphics.”
    • “Constant crashes losing your progress, units take a long time to respond, and the graphics are dated horribly...”
    • “The graphics look quite ugly now, but I did not expect much for a game released in 2006.”
  • gameplay
    74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Spellforce 2 is a unique blend of RTS and RPG mechanics that, while ambitious and engaging, has received mixed reviews regarding its execution. Players appreciate the thoughtful map design and the variety in gameplay, but some criticize the simplification of certain mechanics and the presence of bugs that detract from the experience. Overall, while the game offers a solid mix of genres and a captivating story, it struggles to maintain excitement over extended play sessions, leading to a somewhat repetitive experience.

    • “When this came out, I don't think there was anything quite like SpellForce; it blends RTS and RPG mechanics in a way that feels genuinely unique, and I think it works really well.”
    • “The progression system encourages experimentation, and the blend of micro and macro gameplay ensures constant engagement.”
    • “The gameplay is very much an RPG/RTS crossbreed, and it works well.”
    • “This is genuinely a step down from the original, which was an odd but functional mix between RTS and RPG; this game somehow manages to make both the RTS and RPG mechanics garbage.”
    • “It's apparent some of the game mechanics were ham-fisted afterthoughts, or just poorly thought out in general.”
    • “To sum up, the gameplay offers no depth, and I don't think this game was much more interesting in 2006.”
  • stability
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. While some players find enjoyment in the nostalgic elements and fun mechanics, the persistent technical issues, including game-breaking errors and graphical problems, detract from the overall experience, leading many to recommend caution before playing.

    • “A buggy mess and a lot of issues with graphics.”
    • “There are so many glitches that when you progress through the game it says you are in violation and you lose so many hours of work.”
    • “This game is so buggy it crashes in odd places, works sometimes and crashes again at big transition points, disallowing one to continue the main campaign.”
  • music
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its strong orchestral soundtrack, featuring memorable themes that enhance the emotional and epic moments of gameplay. While some players feel it doesn't quite reach the heights of the original game's soundtrack, many still find it captivating and fitting for the game's atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered a significant highlight, contributing positively to the gaming experience.

    • “The game’s soundtrack is another highlight; the orchestral pieces add grandeur and emotion, perfectly complementing the action and exploration.”
    • “The soundtrack is beautiful and fitting to the Spellforce universe.”
    • “I played Spellforce 2: Shadow Wars before I got the anniversary edition and I must say, as you progress in your quest to gather allies against a bigger enemy, each of your friends are in some kind of problem, and you are going on a long journey of well-crafted levels and soundtracks to keep it epic. This is easily noticed when you are done helping the dwarves and then progress to rescue the elves in Dun Mora, that is easily my favorite moment in this game because the soundtrack fits the situation just fine.”
    • “Was it the now more boring storyline, stale voice-acting or generic soundtrack?”
    • “Oh and as a last f u to the player, even the music seems to be mimicking Lord of the Rings in the first few missions.”
    • “1st- it does not have the original soundtrack of the game (and I really miss it from the original version that I had).”
  • grinding
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is largely viewed as tedious and slow-paced, with players expressing frustration over item management and the quest structure. While some appreciate the game's premise, many feel that the grinding detracts from the overall experience, making it more of a chore than an engaging part of gameplay.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The solutions I've seen all seem to be either tedious, questionable, or a partial fix, so I opted to just accept it.”
    • “Combat is slow-paced, item management is tedious, and the RPG part is quite mild compared to the first game.”
    • “Honestly, it's not a bad game; I even kind of like its premise, but it's more quest grindy than story builder.”
  • optimization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews; while performance is significantly better on modern hardware compared to its predecessor, users report issues such as micro stuttering and glitches in camera, textures, and animations. Additionally, despite improvements in game mechanics and graphics, the lack of proper optimization for Windows 10 has been a notable concern for players.

    • “Performance is a lot better on modern hardware compared to SF1.”
    • “Additionally, the whole game mechanics have been overworked and optimized, resulting in a more fluid and comfortable experience, and of course, the graphics, especially character textures, have been improved as well.”
    • “It's not optimized for Windows 10.”
    • “If you're releasing an 'anniversary edition,' you'd better make sure it actually works on modern systems as well (I did also have lots of micro stuttering issues).”
    • “Appalling optimization: glitchy camera through all cutscenes, glitchy textures, glitchy animations.”
  • emotional
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartfelt passion and beauty, resonating with players despite criticisms of a lackluster storyline, stale voice-acting, and generic soundtrack. While the emotional depth is appreciated, it is somewhat overshadowed by gameplay issues such as bugs and simplistic character management, leading to a mixed overall experience.

    • “The passion behind it shines through, making it a worthy and heartfelt successor.”
    • “I simply can't overlook the beauty of it all and the emotional resonance.”
    • “Was it the now more boring storyline, stale voice acting, or generic soundtrack?”
    • “Sometimes you collect a piece of equipment to upgrade the existing one, or you level up gaining a useless ability... no tactic to master, a very simple character management, boring story, and boring quests (you will soon be ending up passing all dialogues).”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by a unique blend of traditional fantasy elements and a looming threat, creating a familiar yet refreshing experience. While many players appreciate the mood and lore, some feel that it lacks the enchanting quality present in the first game, resulting in a more simplified atmosphere.

    • “The blend of traditional fantasy themes with the overarching threat of shadows creates an atmosphere that is both familiar and refreshing.”
    • “What kept me going was the mood and atmosphere, along with the story and lore elements.”
    • “What I don't like is the fact that when compared to the first game, it feels much more simplified and lacks this specific 'magic' atmosphere (that's my personal opinion).”
    • “What kept me going was the mood and atmosphere, along with the story and lore bits.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its hilarious fast-forwarding battles and a script that features childish voice acting, contributing to a lighthearted tone. Additionally, the side quests offer amusing and engaging moments that enhance the overall comedic experience.

    • “And then the battle will fast-forward hilariously.”
    • “The voice acting and script are hilariously childish, almost to the point of being funny.”
    • “There are also many smaller side quests that are pretty interesting and funny.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users indicate that while the game offers some replayability, particularly for fans of similar genres, its linear story structure limits overall replay value. However, many feel the experience is still worth the price for those who enjoy games like Baldur's Gate and Warcraft.

    • “I bought it again on Steam for its incredible replayability.”
    • “The game offers so many different paths and choices that I find myself coming back for more.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down.”
    • “The story is on rails, so there is no replay value; but it's worth the price tag if you like both Baldur's Gate and Warcraft.”
    • “Overall, I bought it again on Steam for replayability.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight that the game's character development is significantly enhanced by its engaging story, rich lore, and appealing character designs, making it a key reason to recommend the game.

    • “All in all, I would recommend it mainly because of the story, lore, and character designs.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
    • “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any meaningful way.”
    • “The characters seem to be stuck in one-dimensional roles, which detracts from the overall experience.”
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SpellForce 2: Gold Edition is a role playing game with fantasy theme.

SpellForce 2: Gold Edition is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 38 hours playing SpellForce 2: Gold Edition.

SpellForce 2: Gold Edition was released on March 23, 2007.

SpellForce 2: Gold Edition was developed by THQ Nordic.

SpellForce 2: Gold Edition has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

SpellForce 2: Gold Edition is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include SpellForce 3, SpellForce: Platinum Edition, Might & Magic Heroes 7, Dungeon Siege III, Heroes of Might & Magic V and others.