Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times

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In Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times, lead your warriors through a chaotic fantasy world, battling enemies and completing quests for rewards. Explore three distinct regions with unique objectives, enemies, and campaign quests. Towns offer opportunities to rest, barter, and level up, while dungeons are filled with perilous turn-based combat.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times screenshot

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55%

Audience ScoreBased on 161 reviews

story13 positive mentions

grinding9 negative mentions

Improved graphics and storyline make this a good sequel if you enjoyed the first Warhammer Quest.
The game offers a nostalgic experience for fans of the original tabletop Warhammer Quest.
It can be an enjoyable dungeon crawler if approached with the right expectations, especially for those looking for a casual game.

The game suffers from poor mechanics, clunky menus, and frustrating inventory management.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth, with a significant reliance on RNG and ambush mechanics.
It is considered a downgrade from the original Warhammer Quest, with less content and a more simplistic approach to character progression.

story
95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
81%
5%
The story in "Warhammer Quest 2" is generally considered weak and linear, lacking the depth and intrigue expected from the Warhammer universe, with many players finding it forgettable and repetitive. While some appreciate the nostalgia and improved graphics, the overall narrative fails to engage, often feeling like a mere backdrop for hack-and-slash gameplay. Despite having a structured quest system, the lack of compelling storytelling and character development leaves many players disappointed compared to its predecessor.
- “Writing of the story is engaging on the just-right level.”
- “It has a map with the main story quests and random quests you have to tackle optionally in order to get items to equip your characters or money and other rewards, and some text describing situations and lore in an RPG style which is very welcome, especially to old timers of pen and paper RPGs.”
- “As you progress through the story, you unlock each of 3 regions filled with quests and dungeons.”
- “Forgettable storyline.”
- “Instead of something intriguing from the rich lore of the Warhammer world, it provides an instantly forgettable, stapled-on storyline, the lowest possible excuse to justify a hack & slash.”
- “Every level is basically identical with no storyline, nothing to keep your interest, and nothing of substance.”
gameplay
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
53%
22%
The gameplay of Warhammer Quest 2 has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing its mechanics as clunky, basic, and lacking depth compared to its predecessor. While some appreciate the intuitive turn-based strategy elements and the addictive nature of the gameplay, others find it tedious and frustrating, particularly due to issues like poor ambush mechanics and long loading screens. Overall, the game is seen as visually appealing but ultimately disappointing in terms of gameplay experience.
- “Gameplay can get challenging.”
- “The good parts, the gameplay, the writing, the 'scenes', it captures the end times of the old world and also a group of heroes that would never work together, high elf, empire soldier, grave guard... but in the end times, when the apocalypse is at one door, fight alongside a skeleton or a vampire.”
- “What's most important here (just like with the first game and Deathwatch) is the gameplay...and it's quite addicting again.”
- “Game world and environment saturation is great, but the gameplay is just long, tedious, and lackluster.”
- “This game has very basic mechanics that are not very in-depth and lacking variety.”
- “Clunky/poor battle mechanics.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
47%
8%
The graphics in Warhammer Quest 2 are generally regarded as an improvement over its predecessor, featuring well-designed character models and visually appealing environments. However, many reviewers feel that the focus on aesthetics detracts from gameplay, with some criticizing the clunky controls and poor transition animations. While the visuals are praised, they are often seen as insufficient to elevate the overall experience, which some describe as lacking depth and engagement.
- “The graphics are great, and you have access to all character classes.”
- “Graphics are much better.”
- “Great graphics and soundtrack.”
- “Instead of focusing on smooth gameplay, the insignificant visuals in transition scenes (which could have been done on a map 100x less labor-intensively) seem to have sucked up all the attention, leaving the could-be fun movement and turns notably lacking.”
- “Poor in comparison to the original... yes, better graphics... but it feels like an early access game.”
- “The graphics are mediocre.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
31%
19%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its atmospheric quality and intensity, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking variety. Many noted that the soundtrack, although initially engaging, quickly becomes monotonous, detracting from the overall experience. Comparisons to previous titles highlight a disappointment in the current soundtrack's uniqueness and memorability.
- “Well crafted, with very atmospheric music.”
- “Presentation: it is highly detailed, cloudy in its presentation in colors and schemes, good soundtrack, build up storyline that fits the Warhammer universe and clear precise card layouts that overall all compliment one another.”
- “Great graphics and soundtrack.”
- “Whole music is a 2-minute drum loop.”
- “A decent low-budget dungeon crawler that may drive you crazy with its single combat music loop, lack of voice acting beyond squeak-squeak, and ambushes/travel events that are essentially 'you lose'.”
- “Annoying repetitive soundtrack, doesn't fit the game at all.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game varies significantly among players; while some find it excessively tedious and repetitive, others appreciate that it is less grindy than its predecessor. Overall, the game is described as having a grindy nature, with some players enjoying the experience despite its flaws, while others are deterred by the potential for monotony and bugs.
- “The game world and environment saturation is great, but the gameplay is just long, tedious, and lackluster.”
- “This game is extremely grindy, repetitive, and has some major game-breaking bugs.”
- “I am a massive fan of the Warhammer universe and quite enjoyed the first Warhammer Quest, but stopped playing when it got a bit too samey and grindy.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly optimized, delivering smooth performance even at high resolutions like 3440x1440, with players reporting a consistent 100fps and no noticeable frame drops. Additionally, there is an element of character optimization and strategic team composition to effectively counter enemies.
- “The game runs smoothly.”
- “There is a bit of character optimization and coming up with the right team for the enemy.”
- “The game is really optimized; I'm playing it in 3440x1440 at locked 100fps and never experienced an fps drop.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The stability of the game has been criticized for being buggy and glitchy, leading to a frustrating experience for players. While the graphics and performance are generally praised, many feel that the overall experience falls short compared to its predecessor, Warhammer Quest 1. Additionally, the lack of a comprehensive tutorial contributes to the game's instability in terms of user engagement.
- “The game is buggy and has a poor tutorial, which makes it boring really fast.”
- “There are numerous bugs and glitches that severely impact gameplay.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The atmosphere of the game is well-crafted, enhanced by atmospheric music that contributes significantly to the overall experience. While the ambiance is important, players also emphasize the need for clarity within the game's environment.
- “Well crafted, with very atmospheric music.”
- “The atmosphere is immersive and draws you into the game world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich environment, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
- “The game’s atmosphere is overshadowed by repetitive elements, making it hard to stay engaged.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The humor in the game is noted for being amusing, particularly with clever wordplay like the mix-up between "horde" and "hoard." However, some players find it frustrating as it can obstruct their view of important gameplay elements, such as ground effects and mobs.
- “I personally found the constant switching of 'horde' and 'hoard' quite funny.”
- “The humor in the game adds a delightful twist to the gameplay experience.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing throughout my adventure.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers perceive the monetization strategy as a cash grab, highlighting that while the game features flashy visuals, it offers a more simplistic experience compared to its predecessor.
- “Final thoughts: this felt like an app cash grab to me with a lot of flashy and fancy visuals, but clearly much more simplistic in its experience than its predecessor.”