Waves 2: Notorious
- November 15, 2015
- SquidInABox
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Reviews
- Waves 2 builds on its predecessor with improved graphics, more game modes, and deeper customization options, making it a must-play for twin-stick shooter fans.
- The game offers fast-paced, addictive gameplay that keeps players engaged, with a variety of challenges and a strong community support from the developer.
- Many players appreciate the nostalgic connection to the original Waves while enjoying the new features and mechanics introduced in Waves 2.
- The game suffers from a confusing tutorial and complex systems that can overwhelm new players, making it difficult to understand how to progress.
- Some players have reported technical issues, including crashes and problems with the game not launching, which detracts from the overall experience.
- The progression system and loadout mechanics are seen as overly complicated and shallow, leading to frustration for players trying to unlock upgrades.
- music16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its energetic and fitting soundtrack, enhancing the gameplay experience. However, some players find it less memorable and express frustration over the limited track selection, with calls for more variety or the ability to add custom tracks. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated, it could benefit from additional content to elevate its impact.
“The ability to change your loadout is fantastic, and the maps and music are better than ever!”
“The music alone makes this game worth double the value!”
“This has to be one of my top favorite indie games on Steam and on my computer; the soundtrack and new abilities leave me stunned.”
“The fine music keeps on playing but the mouse pointer does not move anymore and I have to shut down the game using the Windows Task Manager.”
“There is one music track - turn the music off in the options for now.”
“Same terrible song over and over (worse than all songs from the original).”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Waves 2 is praised for its depth and variety, building on its predecessor with new mechanics and a faster pace, while allowing for diverse loadouts and play styles. However, some players note issues with complex systems and menus, as well as a lack of enemy variety. Overall, the game offers a frantic and enjoyable experience, particularly in party settings, despite some alpha constraints affecting its full potential.
“Even though the basic game still involves the same thing, the ship options have a surprisingly large impact on gameplay.”
“It's got the gameplay of an actual full title, meaning you've got plenty of room to play with your loadouts and gameplay style.”
“Faster pace than the original - very frantic and enjoyable in combination with the new shield/energy mechanic.”
“Waves 2 features many of the same mechanics, but includes a second 'character' that has different weapons/skills and the levels are large, symmetrical shapes that are less predictable to navigate because the camera covers less of the map and because there are pillars (circular walls) that force you to move around them and enemies to move differently.”
“Alot of new features yet gameplay is only slightly affected because a lot of alpha restraints are holding this game back.”
“There were only a few enemy types, a gun, a bomb, slow-mo, and a few game mechanics.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant and fun aesthetic, reminiscent of Geometry Wars, with beautiful visuals and a highly optimized engine. Players appreciate the variety in visual styles across levels and the availability of multiple graphics options, enhancing the overall experience, especially in party settings. However, some note that the updated graphics can be overly shiny.
“It's chippy and fun, and I enjoy the aesthetics of it!”
“Awesome visuals.”
“Another nice thing rare in this genre is that the game engine is great and has several graphics options.”
“It's got the visuals of Geometry Wars (because let's face it, that's what we're comparing against).”
“Right now, this game is great as its predecessor 'Waves' with highly optimized graphics, and grid mode is very challenging.”
“- the updated graphics are very shiny!”
- optimization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Waves² has received positive feedback for its optimization, with users noting that it runs smoothly even on systems meeting minimum requirements. The game features highly optimized graphics and a challenging grid mode, enhancing the overall experience compared to its predecessor.
“Right now, this game is great as its predecessor 'Waves' with highly optimized graphics, and the grid mode is very challenging.”
“My system meets its minimum requirements, and the game runs smoothly at epic (I believe it's ultra) settings.”
“Performance is great, and I can finally enjoy the game.”
“Waves² scratched a big itch I didn't know I had with the original, which was the lack of optimization and strategy.”
“Right now, this game is great as its predecessor 'Waves' with highly optimized graphics, but the grid mode is very challenging.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of Waves 2 is enhanced by the introduction of a new grid mode, which serves as the campaign or story mode, providing a more narrative-driven experience for players.
“Waves 2 has a new grid mode, which I suppose is the campaign/story mode of this game.”
“It made it seem more like a story.”
