Trine 2

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Trine 2 is a fantasy platformer game with both single-player and multiplayer options, including a cooperative mode for up to 3 players. The game features an intriguing story, ingenious mechanics, and sensational graphics, all set in a beautifully designed fairy-tale world. With its stellar soundtrack, dense atmosphere, and high replayability, Trine 2 offers a hilarious and very grinding experience, although it may be somewhat buggy.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,369 reviews

graphics1k positive mentions

grinding34 negative mentions

Stunning graphics and beautiful environments that create an enchanting atmosphere.
Engaging puzzles that can be solved in multiple ways, promoting creativity and teamwork.
Fun co-op gameplay that enhances the experience, making it enjoyable to play with friends.

Some puzzles can feel tedious and overly reliant on the wizard's abilities, making them less satisfying to solve.
The story is simplistic and lacks depth, which may not appeal to all players.
Occasional bugs and glitches can disrupt gameplay, particularly in multiplayer mode.

graphics
1,351 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in Trine 2 have received widespread acclaim for their stunning beauty and artistic design, often described as breathtaking and reminiscent of a fairy tale. Players appreciate the vibrant colors, intricate details, and immersive environments that enhance the overall gameplay experience, making it visually captivating even on lower settings. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to create a magical atmosphere through its exceptional graphics, which are considered a significant improvement over its predecessor, Trine 1.
- “The game's beautiful graphics and calming soundtrack make for a soothing escape from real life stress.”
- “A great game, with the most beautiful graphics and colors one can imagine.”
- “The graphics are stunning and just as mesmerizing as part 1.”
- “The levels are longer, repetitive and the pacing is slower, the puzzles are pretty much the same as Trine 1, the story doesn't have the same impact as it's intended to do and the graphics get worse and flashy when you up the graphics (I had to play on low).”
- “Unfortunately, graphics-wise and level design-wise it really shines only in the end in Goblin Menace DLC and the game lacks in interesting plot.”
- “The graphics are clearly upscaled (even at 1080 with 2x SSAA selected it doesn't look sharp).”
story
1,032 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Trine 2: Complete Story" is often described as a charming, fairytale-like narrative that serves as a backdrop for the gameplay, though many reviewers find it simplistic and lacking depth. While some players appreciate the whimsical storytelling and engaging characters, others criticize it as generic and unfulfilling, with the plot primarily functioning to connect the various puzzles rather than to captivate the audience. Overall, the game is seen as more focused on its beautiful visuals and cooperative gameplay than on delivering a compelling story.
- “The game's story is engaging, with a fairytale-like plot that keeps you invested in the characters' journeys.”
- “I highly recommend playing the first game before beginning 2, though, particularly if you care about the storyline at all, which is incredibly captivating.”
- “A beautiful co-op puzzle platformer with a story fantasy story & enjoyable gameplay with the option of co-op.”
- “The story is... unfulfilling.”
- “There's some kind of backstory you're probably meant to put together from environmental clues, but it was so disjointed and had nothing to hook me.”
- “The story is bland, the level design boring.”
gameplay
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The gameplay in Trine 2 is widely praised for its fluid mechanics, engaging puzzles, and the ability to switch between three distinct characters, each with unique abilities. While many players appreciate the cooperative aspect and the creative solutions to challenges, some critiques mention that certain puzzles can feel overly simplistic or reliant on one character's abilities. Overall, the game offers a visually stunning experience with enjoyable gameplay that shines particularly in multiplayer settings.
- “The gameplay is fluid and responsive.”
- “The gameplay is fun, and challenging, while not being too difficult.”
- “The gameplay offers some very neat mechanics both puzzle and combat wise and wraps them up neatly in a nice little adventure game package.”
- “They changed the way you get powers and as a result it feels like they dumbed down most of the puzzles so they could be solved with the starter mechanics.”
- “The puzzles are very simplistic and mostly revolve around the mage -- the mechanics of the other characters, especially the thief, are very underutilized.”
- “However, the simple combat mechanics and simple puzzles just make the game feel very flat.”
music
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its enchanting and immersive quality, enhancing the overall experience with its beautiful, soothing melodies that fit perfectly with the game's fantasy setting. Many players have noted that the soundtrack is not only enjoyable but also elevates the gameplay, making it a standout feature worth listening to even outside of the game. While some reviews mention occasional repetitiveness, the majority agree that the music significantly contributes to the game's charm and atmosphere.
- “The beautiful, soothing music helped keep me from bursting a blood vessel.”
- “The incredible soundtrack and voice acting make it even better.”
- “The music fits the game world perfectly and enhances the overall experience.”
- “Skip purchasing this, and just get the soundtrack instead.”
- “[b][u]sound/music[/u][/b]: 5/10 - feels generic.”
- “The music fits the game world but it definitely can become repetitive after a while.”
humor
186 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its humor, particularly in cooperative play, where players experience hilarious moments and unexpected outcomes while solving puzzles together. The characters' witty dialogues, funny animations, and the chaotic nature of multiplayer interactions contribute to a light-hearted and entertaining atmosphere. Overall, it is considered a fun and engaging experience, especially when played with friends, making it a standout in the genre for its comedic elements.
- “The story is great, the dialogues of the characters are really funny and the soundtrack adapts to the gameplay experience.”
- “It's a funny game to play with friends, but I don't think I'd like to play it in singleplayer, since the puzzles are easy and you can easily cheat on them with the thief's skills.”
- “The characters are humorous, the story entertaining.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its enchanting, fairy-tale quality, characterized by stunning graphics, vibrant art design, and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the beautifully crafted environments and the immersive storytelling that creates a magical and relaxing ambiance, making it a standout title in the genre. The combination of whimsical visuals and engaging gameplay contributes to a rich, atmospheric adventure that resonates with both solo and cooperative play.
- “The atmosphere, music, and voice acting is about as good as it gets.”
- “A wonderful fairy-tale narrative style, rousing soundtrack, sympathetic voices of the actors, and visual attractiveness creates an incredibly enchanting atmosphere that will draw everyone in for long hours.”
- “The beautiful environments, perspective, atmosphere, and mood set by the character voices and audio ambiance is spot-on for an enchanting adventure.”
- “The atmosphere is still looking for a challenger.”
- “The story isn't the greatest by any standard, but the mix of vivid atmosphere, character progression, puzzles and battles throughout the game will surely be enough to keep you occupied.”
- “Behind this rests a solid, if somewhat generic feeling soundtrack, but a narrator who really sells the atmosphere, combined with solid voice acting for each of the protagonists (and indeed, the antagonists), it helps immerse you in the game and the story as a whole.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is generally regarded as high, particularly when played with friends, with many reviewers highlighting the multiple difficulty settings, co-op features, and various ways to solve puzzles as key factors. However, some players feel that replay value diminishes after the initial playthrough, citing limited reasons to return unless pursuing achievements or collectibles. Overall, while opinions vary, the consensus leans towards a strong replayability factor, especially in multiplayer settings.
- “The game has great replay value and is incredible with friends.”
- “With a mix of action, adventure, and puzzle-solving, this game has a pretty good replayability value, and the online co-op mode is a huge plus!”
- “The replay value is very high in this adventure puzzle game; you should definitely get it!”
- “The only true negative thing about this game is that it really has no replay value.”
- “While it can get a little easy towards the end when you have all the powers, it was still fun, but basically no replay value.”
- “Replayability is somewhat limited due to the puzzle nature of this game.”
grinding
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is often described as tedious and frustrating, particularly in solo play, where players feel underpowered and overwhelmed by complex puzzles and lengthy level designs. While multiplayer can alleviate some of the grind, many reviewers noted that the experience can still become monotonous, especially with repetitive mechanics and a lack of engaging content. Overall, the game offers a mix of enjoyable moments and significant grind, leading to a somewhat polarizing experience.
- “It can be a bit grindy at times, but it's part of the experience.”
- “Grinding can feel long and tedious, but it adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “You'll definitely need a second life for all the grinding involved.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I bet this game is really fun in multiplayer, but really, as a single player game, it's one of the most tedious and uninteresting games I've ever played.”
stability
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Overall, the game's stability is characterized by a mix of minor bugs and glitches that can affect gameplay, particularly with the physics engine and multiplayer functionality. While some players find these issues amusing and not game-breaking, others note that the game lacks polish and can feel rough around the edges. Despite these stability concerns, many still enjoy the experience, highlighting that the fun and engaging gameplay often outweighs the technical shortcomings.
- “Excellent graphics, clever gameplay that is suitable for children, and runs great on my 6-year-old laptop!”
- “It also runs great on Linux, but I'd recommend a better GPU than integrated graphics.”
- “The only sad thing is that it's short, but the time was awesome and instead of a long and buggy game, it was well done and not buggy like many games today.”
- “You have to abuse glitches and exploits to even beat it alone.”
- “The physics engine is buggy; you still slide off platforms, and grabbing ledges is still unreliable.”
- “The game is a bit buggy and doesn't feel particularly polished, so it can feel a bit rough around the edges.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with many users reporting smooth performance and high frame rates even on lower-end hardware. However, some players experienced initial bugs and performance issues at launch, particularly in multiplayer modes, indicating that while the game is well-optimized now, it had a rocky start. Despite these concerns, the visuals and gameplay are often highlighted as standout features, contributing to a positive reception regarding optimization.
- “Performance-wise, the game is really smooth and maintains a constant FPS on the highest settings.”
- “This is such a pretty game and it stands the test of time, runs smoothly (mostly), full of dynamic puzzles, and has a ton of laughs if you play it with friends!”
- “Very well optimized, the most beautiful side-scroller I've ever seen.”
- “But I have to downvote this game because the optimization is bad!”
- “The game is optimized for co-op and that is the only downside if you are playing alone because it can and will get tedious.”
- “Was very disappointed on the release date since they had many bugs and performance issues which prevented me from playing the campaign.”
character development
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Character development in the games reviewed offers varied paths for skill allocation, allowing for creative puzzle-solving approaches, though some titles lack depth in narrative and character arcs. While "Trine 2" enhances character development compared to its predecessor, it maintains a simple storyline, focusing more on stunning visuals and engaging gameplay. Overall, the character development is appreciated for its creativity and depth, particularly in cooperative play, despite some limitations in narrative complexity.
- “Each game has its own character development paths allowing you to choose different skills to put your points into, and these give unique and creative ways to solve puzzles, often in ways that the developers probably didn't think of!”
- “Trine 2 also offers a decent amount of increased depth to the character development aspects of the game compared to the first installment of the franchise.”
- “Amazing visuals, wonderful gameplay, and great character development make Trine 2 an absolutely wonderful experience, especially with friends.”
- “There's not much of a story or character development.”
- “This beautiful looking game is simple in its storyline and character development, yet what it loses in these areas it gains in a great narrative and hilarious storyline.”
- “The game is incredibly beautiful; the lighting, the detailed background, and the character design all lend themselves really well to the fantastical story that the game tells.”
monetization
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Players express frustration with the monetization strategy of the game, particularly criticizing the persistent advertisements for the sequel that appear every time they attempt to exit. While some appreciate the absence of microtransactions and DLC, the intrusive promotional content is seen as a negative aspect of the paid experience.
- “No microtransactions, thank you!”
- “The DLC policy is fair and adds value to the game.”
- “I appreciate that the game doesn't pressure players into spending more money.”
- “I like the game, but I hate them for putting an advertisement for the sequel on the exit window; it pops up every single time I try to exit!”
- “The advertisement baked into the end before you exit each Trine game is a total slap in the face.”
- “Also, screw that advertising for the third game inside a game I paid for.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its stunning graphics and heartwarming story, evoking nostalgia for 2000s kid-friendly games. Players express joy and laughter, especially in cooperative play, although some frustrations with gameplay mechanics can detract from the overall experience. Overall, it offers a magical and wholesome journey that resonates with gamers of all ages.
- “Both Trine 1 and 2, when played with friends, made me cry from laughter and it has been a complete joy to play these games again!”
- “Sounds great, feels magical, like something out of a fairy tale, has that nice wholehearted/wholesome feeling of 2000s kid-friendly games that is worth having for any gamer of any age.”
- “Beautiful graphics, flexible puzzles, heart-warming story, and fun to play in co-op mode.”