Toukiden 2

78%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,036 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Despite these shortcomings, make no mistake – I had an absolute blast with Toukiden 2.
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Toukiden 2 is an action RPG set in a vast open world, where players fight demons, customize their characters and weapons, and advance the story through exploration. The game introduces new characters, oni, mitama, weapons, and multiplayer mode for up to 4 players to play together. Players can also use the Demon Hand for powerful targeted destruction.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Play​Station
  • Play​station 3
  • Play​station Vita
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Reviews

78%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,036 reviews
story176 positive mentions
grinding70 negative mentions
  • The game features a vast improvement over its predecessor, with better graphics, smoother gameplay, and an engaging story.
  • Combat is fast-paced and enjoyable, with a variety of weapons and a unique mitama system that allows for extensive character customization.
  • The open-world design enhances exploration and immersion, allowing players to encounter various monsters and side quests.
  • The game lacks mouse and keyboard support, making it difficult to play without a controller.
  • Some players experience technical issues, including crashes and high CPU usage, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • The multiplayer aspect is limited, with many players reporting a dead online community and a lack of cooperative gameplay options.
  • story694 mentions

    The story in Toukiden 2 is generally regarded as decent, with many players appreciating its engaging characters and emotional depth, particularly in comparison to other monster-hunting games. While some find the narrative predictable and filled with typical anime tropes, others enjoy its pacing and the way it integrates character backstories into the gameplay. Overall, the game is seen as a solid choice for those seeking a story-driven experience alongside action, despite some criticisms regarding its execution and pacing.

    • “This has the best story out of all the games mentioned, so if you really enjoy a story, I'd go for this one.”
    • “The game itself has strong world building, satisfying gameplay, captivating soundtrack and positively emotional story.”
    • “Toukiden 2 is an exciting beast hunting game that understands the importance of storytelling.”
    • “The story is asinine, bland, stupidly catering to Japanese anime tropes all the while lacking making the player a part of it.”
    • “The story is fairly run-of-the-mill stuff and pretty lame/cheesy.”
    • “If you thought MHW's story felt tacked on, you'll absolutely hate how in-your-face and tacked on this one was.”
  • gameplay308 mentions

    The gameplay of Toukiden 2 is characterized by its engaging monster-hunting mechanics, fluid combat, and a variety of weapon options, making it a strong alternative to the Monster Hunter franchise. Players appreciate the introduction of unique mechanics like the "demon hand" and the strategic use of mitama, which enhance the overall experience, although some find the gameplay can become repetitive over time. While the game offers a rich world and satisfying combat, it also faces criticism for its interface and some mechanics that are not well-explained, which can detract from the experience for new players.

    • “There is a long list of movesets for players to master, combined with different kinds of mitama portrayed in beautiful 2D artwork, giving players the opportunity to strategize with their gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is fluid and fast-paced, making it a fun, lore-rich world with interesting enemies and a beautiful art style featuring unique weapons and mechanics.”
    • “Toukiden 2 improves pretty much on every feature of its predecessors, with an interesting approach to open-world gameplay, a good number of customization possibilities, an engaging story featuring a charming cast of characters, and plenty of intense action.”
    • “The gameplay was very floaty and completely unsatisfying.”
    • “I'm disappointed by the gameplay; the dialogue is boring and lifeless, not much combo you can do, the aim with the gun is trash.”
    • “This game is super stylish, got a nice world with good variation to enjoy, but the battle mechanics of this game are really pretty awful.”
  • graphics269 mentions

    The graphics of Toukiden 2 receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the art style is appealing and the character customization is extensive, the overall graphical fidelity feels dated, often resembling last-generation titles. Some users appreciate the game's ability to run smoothly on lower-end systems, but others criticize the lack of high-resolution support and the presence of graphical glitches. Overall, while the visuals may not be cutting-edge, they are deemed adequate for the game's enjoyable mechanics and immersive gameplay.

    • “The graphics look amazing for the game standard in its time, the customization is diverse, and the costume/fashion is insanely creative and limitless. I can spend hours just holding a fashion show for my character, attempting to mix and match different parts.”
    • “The graphics are great, even if the Asian-punk art design can be anywhere from baffling to ridiculous at times. Crafting new gear and upgrading feels rewarding, and you'll generally be happy with your new look.”
    • “The graphics have been improved, and the story is told in a more immersive way. The world is huge and open, with just some instancing when doing specific missions and in co-op mode, but with no transitions between areas at all.”
    • “The graphics are clearly not a selling point.”
    • “The graphics are that of a port from a handheld, so expect last-gen quality console tier if you ramp it up.”
    • “The only bad things I can say about this game so far is that it does feel like a last generation game as far as the graphics, dialog and interface is concerned.”
  • grinding72 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it enjoyable and manageable due to features like teleportation and AI companions that assist in farming, others describe it as tedious and monotonous, particularly in post-game content. The game offers a variety of combat styles and character building, which can make the grind feel rewarding, but the necessity for rare materials and repetitive tasks can detract from the overall experience. Overall, enjoyment of the grinding largely depends on personal preference for combat and progression pacing.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “This is a game with a decently long story and a grindy/repetitive post-game with multiplayer.”
    • “Monster Hunter is, in my opinion, unbearably slow and pointlessly grindy.”
  • optimization46 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While some players report smooth performance with stable 60fps and minimal issues, others highlight significant problems, particularly with crashing and high CPU usage, suggesting it is a poorly optimized port from consoles. Overall, many users recommend adjusting system settings for better performance, indicating that the game can run well under the right conditions.

    • “Overall, however, performance is much better than Kiwami.”
    • “Other than that, this game supports 60 fps and is optimized very well; the graphics are also taken from the PS4 version, yet again, so while not absolutely stunning, the visuals are very clean and solid.”
    • “I'm absolutely loving this game; I'm writing this review early on in playtime, but so far no bugs, glitches, or issues, the game runs smoothly.”
    • “Bought this during sale despite reading numerous reports about how it is a bad port, poorly optimized, taking huge amounts of CPU no matter what is going on in the game.”
    • “There's no hiding that it's a port of a game optimized for consoles.”
    • “Truly pathetic performance.”
  • music41 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its captivating and iconic score, with many tracks described as beautiful, soothing, and fitting for various gameplay situations. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to enhance the game's atmosphere and emotional storytelling, although some note a repetition of tracks from previous titles. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's appeal, earning high marks from players.

    • “The music is iconic and...not gonna lie... some of them are giving me eargasm, few are soothing, while others are rocking depending on the situation the player is having.”
    • “The game itself has strong world building, satisfying gameplay, captivating soundtrack, and a positively emotional story.”
    • “Firstly, I will say that I love this game's soundtrack.”
    • “Turning off the music disabled the cinematic voice.”
    • “The soundtrack offers nothing to write home about.”
    • “The open-world approach seems under-utilized, and the environments and soundtrack offer nothing to write home about.”
  • humor20 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing mechanics, such as limb destruction and quirky character interactions, which often lead to genuinely funny moments. Players appreciate the cheesy cutscenes and archetypal characters that contribute to the comedic tone, making the experience entertaining despite a somewhat lackluster plot. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted charm that resonates well with the audience.

    • “One of my favorite additions that had me laughing to the point of tears is the limb destruction.”
    • “They tend to be based off certain archetypes, but some interactions were genuinely funny.”
    • “Also some cheesy funny moments with the cut scenes or character dialogues.”
  • atmosphere19 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its beautiful environments and distinct styles, effectively immersing players in a fantasy Japan setting. Despite its somewhat dated visuals, the combination of engaging music, open-world exploration, and interactive elements enhances the overall experience, making players feel part of a larger world. However, some reviews note a slightly "weeb-ish" vibe, which may not appeal to everyone.

    • “I did get my fix for the atmosphere of a fantasy Japan I was looking for.”
    • “The game's dripping with atmosphere and looks great, with plenty of varied, large open world areas to explore.”
    • “The areas themselves are all nicely rendered, each having its own distinct style and atmosphere.”
    • “I picked this up because I wanted a game with a Japanese setting and atmosphere, but didn't feel ready to tackle Nioh or Sekiro.”
    • “While it is possible to start the game and just smack monsters until loot drops out of them, events that spawn in the open world environment, from quests to NPC interactions to small storylines, all add to the atmosphere and support the illusion that you are a part of a larger world.”
  • stability18 mentions

    The stability of the game is mixed, with some users experiencing significant crashes and graphical glitches, particularly on AMD systems, leading to refunds. Conversely, others report smooth performance at 60fps with minimal issues, indicating that stability may vary based on hardware and user experience. Overall, while some players enjoy a stable experience, others face frustrating bugs that hinder gameplay.

    • “The game runs great at 1080p/60 without breaking a sweat, full screen, and other than the right analog issue I mentioned above, it controls great provided you're using a controller (Xbox One controller or Steam controller).”
    • “No problems, no glitches, can run at 60fps.”
    • “Yes, the port runs great at 60 fps.”
    • “I tried uninstalling & reinstalling, I tried restarting my computer, I followed the troubleshooting guide in the readme it came with; but no matter what I did, whenever I hit the play button, it crashed before it even got started booting up; so ultimately, I had to refund it & all its DLC.”
    • “Usually that is not an issue, however Toukiden 2 only seems to support FXAA which is not an option for AMD, so when using the AMD card I end up having a bit to a lot of graphical glitches (seriously depending on the camera angle parts of my character's hair just vanished, etc)...”
    • “Cons: this game is buggy.”
  • replayability14 mentions

    Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; while some players appreciate the game's engaging story and potential for replay value, others feel it lacks sufficient content and endgame features to justify repeated playthroughs. Additionally, concerns about the game's price relative to its replayability have been raised, with comparisons to more expansive titles like Fallout highlighting these shortcomings.

    • “I may find myself replaying this game as it has a good replayability and it has created a connection to me through the story.”
    • “A game like Fallout has replayability with a massive world and whatnot.”
    • “- good replay value”
    • “Sadly, the game doesn't have much replayability or much going for it endgame.”
    • “There isn't really any replayability or endgame, but that's okay.”
    • “Sadly, the game doesn't have much replayability or much going for it endgame.”
  • character development12 mentions

    Character development in the game features standout moments that effectively engage players throughout the campaign, complemented by strong character design and voice acting. However, some characters lack depth and backstory, serving primarily to fulfill gameplay roles rather than contribute to the narrative. Overall, while there are highlights, the inconsistency in character development may leave some players wanting more.

    • “There were some really good character development moments, and frankly it’s enough to keep most people engaged throughout the campaign mode.”
    • “- very good character design and voice acting, I loved it.”
    • “Each character design with their looks/personality is on point.”
    • “Some of them are just 'there' to fill holes in weapon representation and don't get much character development or backstory.”
  • emotional8 mentions

    The game is praised for its strong emotional narrative and character development, with players noting that it evoked deep feelings, even leading to tears. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay difficulty and AI companions, the emotional connection fostered through the story is highlighted as a standout feature. Overall, the emotional aspect is rated highly, with a score of 9/10 for its impactful storytelling.

    • “The game itself has strong world building, satisfying gameplay, captivating soundtrack, and a positively emotional story.”
    • “Story 9/10. This is the first game of my adulthood (I'm 19, so it hasn't been long) that made me shed quite a few tears due to the emotional bond I felt with the characters of this game.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy for these ports is perceived as exploitative, with many users feeling that they are merely quick cash grabs lacking any commitment to ongoing support or quality.

    • “These ports are basically quick cash grabs, and there is little to no intention from the onset to provide any sort of support for these games.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, prioritizing profit over player experience.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
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Critic Reviews

75% average critic score

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Play time

30hMedian play time
61hAverage play time
4-150hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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