Two Worlds II

An ambitious and beautiful RPG that falls just short of greatness, thwarted by a stunted finale and imbalances.

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"Two Worlds II" is an open-world fantasy role-playing game with improved graphics and gameplay over its predecessor. The player can explore a vast game world, complete quests, and engage in real-time combat while navigating political and personal struggles. The game features a crafting and alchemy system, as well as a dynamic day and night cycle and weather system.

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Reviews

54%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,069 reviews

story175 positive mentions

monetization24 negative mentions

The magic system is highly praised for its creativity and customization, allowing players to create unique spells.
The game offers a vast open world with a variety of quests and environments to explore.
Despite its flaws, many players find the game enjoyable and entertaining, especially for RPG fans.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, leading to crashes and frustrating gameplay experiences.
The voice acting and dialogue are often criticized as cheesy and poorly executed.
The addition of microtransactions and the requirement for personal information during registration have drawn significant backlash from players.

story
700 mentions
25 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The story in "Two Worlds II" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it generic and lacking depth, often describing it as a typical fantasy narrative filled with clichés. While some appreciate the engaging side quests and humor, others criticize the main plot for being disjointed, rushed, and filled with plot holes. Overall, the game offers a decent storyline that may entertain fans of the genre, but it struggles to stand out in a crowded RPG landscape.
- “I really recommend the Pirates of the Flying Fortress DLC, which has a really good storyline and fun side quests, even better than the main game.”
- “The story is well written... but and this is a big one... the story is long and requires diligence and long hunting/searching.”
- “The story is deep and interesting.”
- “The plot and delivery of the story seem disconnected.”
- “The main story is boring.”
- “The story is shallow.”
graphics
300 mentions
44 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising them as ahead of their time and still visually appealing today, particularly in certain environments. However, some players noted that the graphics can appear dated, with issues like poor character animations and occasional glitches. Overall, while the visuals are generally considered decent for an older title, they may not meet the expectations set by more modern games.
- “The graphics were ahead of its time by a wide margin and even the music and story to the game was well planned and thought out to give the gamers a better experience while playing.”
- “Beautiful graphics for a 2010 game.”
- “The graphics are amazing even by today's standard, the combat is really easy to master, quests are really interesting without letting you feel that you are grinding and the story is well put together.”
- “The graphics are horrible, the hair's alpha layer is messed up and looks like they have a dryer sheet in their hair.”
- “First, do not use the highest screen graphic settings; it is not good (bad scaling, haziness, occasional lag...even on the highest-end gaming system).”
- “The graphics may not be as polished as games like Skyrim or The Witcher 2, but this game makes up for it in character and diversity.”
gameplay
253 mentions
30 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a blend of outdated mechanics and some innovative features, particularly in spell crafting and combat systems. While some appreciate the depth and variety of gameplay, others criticize it for being clunky, unbalanced, and riddled with bugs, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, the game offers a nostalgic charm for fans of old-school RPGs, but it struggles to meet modern standards in terms of polish and engagement.
- “The gameplay is smooth and character control and combat action is fine.”
- “The mechanics are amazing, the detail put into this game is awesome.”
- “Two Worlds II makes the necessary mechanical upgrades that held the original back from being a better game.”
- “We've also decided not to address any of the old gameplay issues.”
- “The fact that you need to use the garbage mechanic horse just to move forward shows that this game should have stayed dead years ago.”
- “The gameplay feels clunky and repetitive, and doesn't feel engaging in the slightest.”
monetization
167 mentions
3 % positive mentions
83 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, primarily due to the introduction of microtransactions six years after its initial release, which many players view as a greedy move by the developers. Additionally, the removal of console commands to facilitate these microtransactions has further frustrated users, leading to a perception that the game has been compromised for profit. Overall, the consensus is that the monetization strategy detracts from the game's value and enjoyment, with many reviewers strongly advising against purchasing it.
- “The fact that the devs added microtransactions to a 6-year-old game does not take away from what it is and how it plays.”
- “Most other publishers would force you to buy the game again in order to get the remastered graphics, but these guys have added tiny optional microtransactions instead; I feel that is a fair compromise, but that's just my opinion.”
- “To all those who complain about microtransactions: I didn't even notice there were any; that is how important they are... ignore them and buy it in a sale.”
- “Adding microtransactions to a 6-year-old game is really unacceptable.”
- “Putting microtransactions for normal in-game items into a six-year-old game and patching out the command console for it?”
- “Disabling console commands in single player to add microtransactions is really unacceptable.”
stability
82 mentions
1 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. While some players find enjoyment in the game's charm despite its issues, many express frustration over the persistent technical problems that make it difficult to play. Overall, the game is described as a "buggy mess," with stability issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “The magic system has a lot of interesting combinations, and the archery and combat systems are well designed. The village building mechanics are surprisingly good and not buggy like you would expect. While the graphics and a few engine tweaks could improve the game, it doesn't hurt the experience in its current condition.”
- “I haven't been able to play it; I'm having difficulty getting the keys to show up. I can watch the opening sequence, but that's it. I tried all the troubleshooting I could, but nothing's worked. Very frustrating!”
- “It was as if the publisher wanted to get the game out the door, so they cut most of it and released it as a big buggy unfinished mess.”
- “This game is so buggy; it always crashes every 10 minutes, and all saves are gone after a crash.”
humor
70 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, often described as unintentionally hilarious due to poor voice acting, odd animations, and quirky dialogue that pokes fun at RPG tropes. Many players appreciate the game's self-aware charm and find joy in its absurdities, while others feel the humor can become repetitive or annoying over time. Overall, the comedic elements contribute to an entertaining experience, making it enjoyable for those who embrace its janky, tongue-in-cheek style.
- “This game is good; it is very funny with the voices not matching up with the mouth movements, but it's better than Oblivion. There is more to do in this game, so I like it and I give it 9 out of 10.”
- “The odd animations have made me laugh more than once, as have the often bizarre asides the main character quips. His butthead-like chuckle every now and then after murdering some monster is a personal favorite.”
- “The game has a delightful sense of humor and never takes itself too seriously.”
music
58 mentions
48 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many reviewers praising its high-quality composition and atmospheric qualities that enhance the overall experience. The soundtrack is described as epic and immersive, fitting well with the game's fantasy setting, while some players enjoyed the unique musical mini-games reminiscent of "Guitar Hero." However, there are mixed opinions regarding the integration of music during gameplay, with some noting a lack of sound during combat and cutscenes.
- “I can safely say that if you like high fantasy music in RPGs like this, you'll be very happy with what the devs have to offer with this game.”
- “The highlights of this game for me are writing attitude, explorable game-world, superb crafting system and fantastic quality and use of music.”
- “The musical 'mini-game' deserves a paragraph unto itself. It's medieval Guitar Hero, with song arrangements that are actually quite inspired and a surprising joy to dabble in with the various bards-at-large in the realm.”
- “The epic story has no connection, the characters are boring and flat, the interesting aesthetics are washed out and faded, the music is... there.”
- “The game has more bugs than it does content, it's laggy, the dialogue is dry, the music is even worse, the combat system is way out of balance etc. this game is overpriced by $28.”
- “There's barely any sound or music when you fight, and it doesn't feel like you're actually fighting like in other RPGs.”
grinding
37 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often describing it as a chore rather than an engaging experience. While some appreciate the multiplayer component and the potential for customization, many criticize the combat and questing as monotonous, leading to a lack of enjoyment. Despite some redeeming qualities, such as interesting card mechanics and graphics, the grinding elements detract significantly from the overall gameplay experience.
- “I found the swamp act quite fun and interesting, but the last act was a grinding bore.”
- “It was not exciting at all, just tedious.”
- “Terribly boring story, grindy monster slaying and uninspired combat system.”
atmosphere
16 mentions
69 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its unique and immersive qualities, drawing comparisons to titles like Gothic 3 and The Witcher series. Players appreciate the beautiful world design, engaging locales, and atmospheric music, which enhance the overall experience despite some criticisms regarding graphics and storytelling. The combination of rich gameplay elements and a captivating environment makes the game worth exploring.
- “Many of the locations have unique and strong atmosphere.”
- “This game has a very beautiful world and atmosphere to it.”
- “The overall game sound, however, was done very well, and the implementation of EAX in this game made my 2.1 Polk sound setup immerse my living room into a much better sounding atmosphere without the need of a 5.1 setup.”
- “But make no mistake about it, the graphics and atmosphere are absolutely spell-binding in this game, with solid character modeling and voice acting.”
- “Really liked the atmosphere.”
emotional
16 mentions
75 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
Overall, the emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with many players feeling a lack of connection to the story and characters. While some found moments of humor and lightheartedness, the overwhelming sentiment is that the dialogue is stiff and the narrative fails to evoke genuine feelings, leading to an overall forgettable experience. Players expressed disappointment in the emotional depth, describing it as either non-existent or poorly executed, which detracted from their engagement with the game.
- “It's heartbreaking.”
- “It's a good game, it's a fun game; I played it while recovering from a difficult hospital visit and it made me laugh and feel better - that might've been because of my own plot I made up, but hey - it worked.”
- “I laughed because of the voice acting, I cried because I had to listen to the voice acting and spent 10 dollars on the game.”
- “The game's clunky controls, terrible graphics, and boring storyline all add up to an overall forgettable experience.”
- “Boring story and horrible dialogue.”
- “Terribly boring story, grindy monster slaying, and uninspired combat system.”
character development
14 mentions
29 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is praised for its freedom and variety, allowing players to explore multiple paths and customize their characters through a unique magic system and skill upgrades. However, some reviews highlight issues with character design and voice acting, which detract from the overall experience. While the game offers a rich RPG experience, the execution of certain elements, such as controls and cutscenes, may hinder player immersion.
- “A huge, freely explorable world, untied character development with a lot of talents and abilities, own spells, tons of weapons, a number of tasks, alchemy, horses and, for example, an ambitious multiplayer conceived as a pseudo online game.”
- “It is a really good RPG with a well-developed character development system and a big variety of creatures, characters, and items.”
- “Classless character development based on upgradeable skills that improve when used.”
- “You don't really get to make many choices for character development.”
- “The animation, character designs, voice acting, and controls were all atrocious.”
- “Overly long cutscenes during the intro, bad UI, bad character design, unintuitive command system... if someone can give me a reason to try to get past the introductory area I might try again, but why waste my time when there are so many other options out there.”
optimization
13 mentions
31 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing performance issues such as lag, stuttering, and slow menu navigation. While some users have found ways to improve performance through manual settings, others report that the game is poorly optimized, particularly for mid-range PCs, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience. Despite these issues, some players noted that the game can run smoothly after initial hiccups, indicating potential for improvement.
- “It will drastically reduce loading times, improve general game performance, and enable full gameplay with only moderate hardware requirements.”
- “But these 3 classes can be optimized inside too... like the mage class has so many different spells and you can become a master in them like fire, wind, lightning, necromancy, etc.”
- “Even though I couldn't verify my code to start the game for a day or so (until I learned Norton was blocking stuff), even though this game lagged at the very start at the dungeon section (updated drivers? I don't know, just started running smoothly after that even though the drivers were for hardline optimization...) and even though for some reason I couldn't skip the startup intro a few times... even with all those headaches this game has turned out amazing.”
- “Now, however, that I'm trying to play it again, it has weird performance hitches and the menus are agonizingly slow, like it's freezing the game each time I open inventory or anything else.”
- “Gameplay and controls feel nauseating, with appalling voice acting, poor UI, and a dreadful combat system. It's poorly optimized and constantly lagging. If you want to explore more of the cons, go give it a try.”
- “Games are terribly optimized.”
replayability
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers significant replayability compared to its predecessor, thanks to improved graphics and smoother controls, though some players feel it lacks the same level of enjoyment. Many reviews highlight its enjoyable RPG experience and suggest a solid replay value, with scores around 9.0 indicating a strong incentive to revisit the game after some time.
- “Lots of replay value, especially after a few years.”
- “Replay value 9.0”
- “It is still much more playable nowadays than the first game because its graphics are significantly better and the combat and controls are much smoother, but it turns out to be a less fulfilling experience.”
- “It's hugely more playable than the first game, but there's a decrease in laughable voice acting.”
- “Two Worlds 2 is an enjoyable RPG experience, with a fair bit of replay value.”