Vagrant Hearts 2
- May 20, 2015
- Warfare Studios
Get on SteamThe heroes are back! This is the direct sequel to the 16-bit style RPG hit "Vagrant Hearts"! Find out what happens to Scarllet and her friends in this exciting adventure full of twists and epicness.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique story and character-driven plot that keeps players engaged throughout the experience.
- Despite its flaws, the gameplay is enjoyable, particularly the turn-based combat and the magic crest system.
- Many players found the game to be a good low-cost option for fans of the retro JRPG genre, especially if they enjoyed the first installment.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs, grammar issues, and a lack of polish, which detracts from the overall experience.
- It is criticized for being a low-effort sequel that reuses assets and mechanics from the first game without significant improvements.
- Many players found the combat to be frustratingly simple and the story to be forgettable, making it hard to recommend to those outside the dedicated JRPG fanbase.
- story17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging narrative and character-driven plot that maintains interest throughout the gameplay. However, others criticize it for being derivative, with comparisons to previous titles and a lack of originality, particularly in sequels that fail to innovate or expand on the original story. Overall, while some find the storyline compelling and well-paced, others deem it forgettable or disappointing, especially in sequels.
“So completed this game, and overall it was the storyline that got me.”
“Overall, great storyline, always curious as to what will happen next with Scarlet and the group.”
“It's all about character-driven plot and exploration in this well-crafted game that keeps the bar as high as its predecessor.”
“Hardly a success story; gamers just weren't all that interested in the game.”
“A simple Chrono Trigger clone with a mostly forgettable story and frustratingly simple turn-based combat.”
“Vagrant Hearts 2 is the same game as the first one, but with a worse story and less challenging enemies.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics in this RPG Maker game are generally criticized for their low quality, lack of full HD support, and limited customization options, which detracts from the experience for modern PC gamers. While the character design and dialogue are deemed unattractive and forgettable, the artwork features detailed environments and battle scenes that stand out positively. Overall, the visuals are a mixed bag, with some appealing elements overshadowed by technical limitations.
“Artwork is very nicely done with lots of detail both in the world of Dark Azulel and in the battle scenes.”
“As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
“This game follows the same storyline right after the first game, but nothing else has changed with the gameplay or graphics.”
“Basically, this is a rather generic but fun turn-based RPG, with rather ugly dark graphics, bad and forgettable dialogue, and ugly character design.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the battle mechanics and find them enjoyable, others criticize the overall quality, citing low-quality graphics and a lack of innovation compared to the previous installment.
“The gameplay is the saving grace here, as I enjoyed the battles just as much as I did in the previous version.”
“Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low-quality copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
“This game follows the same storyline right after the first game, but nothing else has changed with the gameplay or graphics.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is reported to have several bugs that affect gameplay, but players can still progress through it. Additionally, issues such as poor grammar contribute to an overall lack of polish.
“The game is a little buggy, but you can still get through it.”
“This game is boring, has bad grammar, and is very buggy.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development in this turn-based RPG is criticized for being generic and lacking depth, with forgettable dialogue and unappealing character designs that detract from the overall experience.
“The character development feels shallow and uninspired, lacking any real depth or growth throughout the game.”
“The dialogue is forgettable, making it hard to connect with the characters or care about their journeys.”
“Character design is unappealing, which detracts from the overall experience and makes it difficult to invest in their stories.”
