Watchmen: The End is Nigh Part 2

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In "Watchmen: The End is Nigh Part 2," players control Rorschach and Nite Owl in a prequel to the Watchmen comic book series. The duo continue their crime-fighting efforts, facing off against new enemies in a series of cooperative beat 'em up gameplay. This sequel delves deeper into the Watchmen universe, providing further insight into the lives and motivations of these iconic characters.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Watchmen: The End is Nigh Part 2 screenshot

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 99 reviews

story4 positive mentions

atmosphere2 negative mentions

The game features solid graphics and enjoyable combat mechanics, making it a fun experience for fans of beat 'em up games.
The storyline, while short, provides some interesting lore for Watchmen fans and includes a satisfying final battle between Rorschach and Nite Owl.
Local co-op gameplay is enjoyable, allowing for a fun experience when playing with a friend.

The gameplay is highly repetitive, with limited enemy variety and a lack of character progression, making the experience feel monotonous.
The game is very short, lasting only about 2 hours, which may leave players feeling unsatisfied, especially given its price point.
Controller support issues and bugs can hinder the gameplay experience, making it frustrating for some players.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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76%
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The story in "Watchmen: The End is Nigh 2" is a mixed bag, with some reviewers appreciating its thematic consistency with the original material and the inclusion of interesting character dynamics, particularly between Rorschach and Nite Owl. However, many found the narrative lacking depth and engagement, describing it as repetitive and weak, with a villain that fails to leave a lasting impression. Overall, while the story has its moments, it struggles to captivate players, especially when compared to the first installment.
- “Continuing the first Watchmen: The End is Nigh beat 'em up, the sequel provides bigger levels, more challenging gameplay, and another storyline for Watchmen fans to investigate.”
- “The villain is still somewhat bland, but the end of the 3rd chapter presents an actual interesting moment where Rorschach and Nite Owl fight each other due to their ways of dealing with the criminal, which is a much more worthwhile story beat.”
- “Just like in part 1, the storyline itself is actually a strong point.”
- “While at the very least both parts are thematically consistent with the original story, the gameplay is not only counter to everything Watchmen stood for, it's also just not enjoyable.”
- “The story's themes are very heavy-handed, with dialogue between Rorschach and Nite Owl presenting the differences in their views very bluntly and without even a hint of subtlety.”
- “2 hours of repetitive combat, boring dialogue, and a story that couldn't even intrigue the biggest Watchmen fan.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has been criticized for its repetitiveness and lack of innovation, with many reviewers noting that it feels very similar to the first installment. While some find the basic mechanics satisfying and the level design appealing, the overall experience is marred by a limited variety of enemies and moves, leading to a monotonous beat-em-up experience. Despite these shortcomings, a few players appreciate the thematic consistency and story improvements, though they still find the gameplay lacking.
- “The levels are nicely designed, and the mechanics are simple but fluent.”
- “The reason why I'm upvoting this is that the gameplay still rocks!”
- “It touches upon some interesting themes such as the difference between what is legal and what is ethical, and has an interesting gameplay twist at the very end, so the plotline is decent.”
- “While at the very least both parts are thematically consistent with the original story, the gameplay is not only counter to everything Watchmen stood for, it's also just not enjoyable.”
- “The second part was released only four months after the first part... the game engine is the same, the gameplay is the same and even the enemies are mostly the same.”
- “Part 2 has the same basic beat-em-up gameplay, but manages to be more repetitive and overall worse.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the modern quality and solid visuals despite its age, while others criticize them as dated and repetitive. Overall, the graphics are described as decent but not groundbreaking, with a score averaging around 7/10.
- “Even though the game is 10 years old (2009), it still has solid graphics.”
- “+ graphics, locations, and voice acting quality.”
- “From a gameplay and graphics perspective.”
- “Same graphics, same combat, less chapters and collectibles; the game feels like a complete slog to get through at times.”
- “Second, I have no idea why, but I had to sit and play both games through to the end despite the repetitive gameplay and dated graphics.”
- “The graphics are dated.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized as short, cheesy, and often hilarious, appealing particularly to those with a taste for crude comedy. Players find amusement in the game's bugs and glitches, adding to its charm despite its mediocrity. Overall, it offers a fun and lighthearted experience for fans of unconventional humor.
- “Hilarious, cheesy & fun.”
- “Very short and funny.”
- “Nevertheless, this doesn't bother me too much as I'm quite accustomed to such games and play them to see the mediocre bugs and funny glitches which amuse me.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in part 1 is praised for its alignment with the grim, dystopian themes of the Watchmen universe, featuring dismal, rainy streets and '70s decor that enhance the sense of a decaying civilization. Players appreciate the immersive environment that complements the beat 'em up gameplay, making it a visually appealing experience for fans of the franchise.
- “If you liked the Watchmen movies and beat 'em up with nice looking levels and good atmosphere, you could do way worse.”
- “I feel the atmosphere in part 1 is better, as the dismal, rainy streets are more in line with the rest of Watchmen.”
- “One more chapter of street brawl beat 'em up with Watchmen characters, '70s decorations, and an overall grim atmosphere of the end of Western civilization.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report a stable experience with no significant bugs or glitches, although some players find amusement in minor issues typical of such games.
- “Nevertheless, this doesn't bother me too much as I'm quite accustomed to such games and play them to see the mediocre bugs and funny glitches which amuse me.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has limited replayability, primarily due to a lack of diverse playable characters, which diminishes the incentive to revisit the experience.
- “There is no replayability at all.”
- “The game needs more playable characters to enhance replayability.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that grinding often involves repetitive battles against the same enemies for extended periods, typically ranging from 30 to 45 minutes, which can lead to a monotonous gameplay experience.
- “Let's say 30 to 45 minutes of grinding the same enemies over and over.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours doing the same tasks, and it quickly became tedious and boring.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of these games is criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users feeling that the content is unnecessarily divided and sold in parts.
- “These games are nothing but cash grabs, splitting content into two parts just to sell more.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, making it clear that profit is prioritized over player experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so much content locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”