Spy Fox 2 "Some Assembly Required"

93%
Game Brain Score Based on 240 reviews
  • humor
  • story
  • music
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In Spy Fox 2 "Some Assembly Required," the villainous S.P.R.O.C.K.s plan to replace the world's leaders with robotic doppelgangers. As Spy Fox, players must infiltrate S.P.R.O.C.K. Industries, solve puzzles, and thwart their nefarious scheme. With its unique humor and challenging gameplay, Spy Fox 2 offers an engaging adventure for players of all ages.

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 240 reviews
humor36 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • The game is filled with fun puzzles that challenge and reward players, making it a great experience for children and nostalgic adults alike.
  • Spy Fox 2 features charming characters, clever writing, and a humorous plot that keeps players engaged and entertained.
  • The game's setting at the World's Fair offers diverse exhibits to explore, enhancing the overall enjoyment and replayability.
  • The game is relatively short and some players found it easier than its predecessor, which may disappoint those seeking a more challenging experience.
  • There are significant glitches, such as a game-breaking binoculars issue, which can prevent players from completing the game.
  • The humor can be repetitive and not as funny as in previous installments, leading to a less enjoyable experience for some players.
  • humor36 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it clever, cute, and entertaining, often noting that it remains funny even years after their initial playthrough. While some critiques mention that the humor can be repetitive, the overall consensus highlights memorable moments and witty writing that appeal to both children and nostalgic adults. The game's lighthearted tone and engaging banter contribute to its charm and replayability.

    • “Spy Fox 2 is just simple fun with some humor and clever writing thrown in. I totally recommend this for those who just want a simple fun game while being entertained. I give this game an 8/10.”
    • “There's some really funny moments; such as Spy Fox getting caught on security camera, to Professor Quack trying to fix the ID maker, to my personal favorite of Spy Fox trying to skate in the spy skates without an ice skating diagram.”
    • “The humor is even funnier to me now than it was as a child, and the game is chock full of endless banter and funny graphics when you click on random things.”
  • story16 mentions

    The game's story features a humorous and whimsical plot where players take on the role of an anthropomorphic character reminiscent of James Bond, tasked with stopping a quirky villain. Reviewers appreciate the organic integration of gameplay into the narrative, enhanced voice acting, and the nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic childhood games, making it enjoyable for both adults and children. Overall, the story is described as refreshing, silly, and engaging, with a strong emphasis on fun and puzzle-solving.

    • “Refreshing story.”
    • “I still have to say it builds upon the first game by introducing harder puzzles and more polished voice acting, and a better story.”
    • “It's much more organic for a player to get involved in the story, and I prefer it to the archetypal Humongous plots.”
    • “You play as some cheap anthropomorphic rip-off of James Bond, and go on a quest to stop a midget bug destroying the world through an unnecessarily elaborate park turnstile system.”
    • “However, the whole 'ticking clock' plot allowed for a very Pajama Sam-esque plot development influenced by the gameplay itself.”
    • “I don't even need to play it again to know that I still love it, with its silly plot and tongue-in-cheek humor.”
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game is praised for its mysterious tone, blending jazz and suave elements that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the fitting soundtracks for various settings, such as the ice rink, and appreciate the unique theme songs for the end credits in Spy Fox 2-3. Overall, the music, along with voice acting and artwork, contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The voice acting, artwork, and music are on point!”
    • “The music, for example, is a mix between jazz and suave that always gets you jammed up.”
    • “The music has a more mysterious feel than the first game, too.”
    • “Like the music for example; it's a mix between jazz and suave that always gets you jammed up.”
    • “Spy Fox 2-3 also have their own theme songs during the end credits.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics are a mixed bag, featuring great artwork and humorous elements that enhance the experience, but they suffer from stability issues, often failing to render properly and leading to frustrating gameplay. While the voice acting and music are praised, the overall aesthetic can feel uninteresting and lacking depth, causing some players to lose interest quickly.

    • “The voice acting, artwork, and music are on point!”
    • “The humor is even funnier to me now than it was as a child, and the game is chock full of endless banter and funny graphics when you click on random things.”
    • “Features great artwork and voice acting with reasonable puzzles that aren't terribly difficult to solve.”
    • “It's a cool world fair, but there's so little to it and it's so aesthetically uninteresting that it got boring to me really fast.”
    • “Unfortunately, this version can be quite unstable; the graphics often don't render well, causing the screen to go black and forcing the player to randomly click all over until something works... which can be frustrating.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the humor and find significant replay value, others feel that the limited pathways and small world design detract from the experience.

    • “The humor is spot on and there is significant replayability.”
    • “Don't be fooled by the fact that it has the most common replayability routes; that makes it worthwhile.”
    • “The world's fair seems small, and only having two pathways doesn't add a lot of replay value.”
    • “Don't be fooled by the fact that it has the most common replayability routes; that doesn't make it worthwhile.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    The gameplay features a unique and whimsical mechanic involving a large number of players working together to achieve a common goal, reminiscent of classic adventure games. The "ticking clock" element adds urgency and influences the narrative, creating a playful and engaging experience.

    • “How would relying on precisely 1,000,000 people cranking a turnstile to enter a fair which would crank a giant mechanical dog possibly work?”
    • “However, the whole 'ticking clock' plot allowed for a very Pajama Sam-esque plot development influenced by the gameplay itself.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The reviews do not provide specific feedback on the optimization of Spy Fox 2, focusing instead on the voice performance of the character. Overall, the game is regarded positively, but there is no mention of its technical optimization.

  • stability2 mentions

    The game has received mixed feedback regarding stability, with some long-time fans expressing frustration over persistent glitches that detract from their overall enjoyment.

    • “I love this game, have since I was a child, but the glitches are making it unbearable.”
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Play time

3hMedian play time
3hAverage play time
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*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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