Wild Terra 2: New Lands

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Wild Terra 2: New Lands is a medieval MMORPG that offers a detailed, player-controlled world with a variety of crafting options. Players can catch, tame, and level up pets, join groups or play solo to hunt bosses and explore dungeons, and navigate a complex leveling and combat system. The game also features PvP and PvE zones and the ability to travel to mysterious continents with different biomes and challenges.

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61%

Audience ScoreBased on 605 reviews

gameplay16 positive mentions

grinding98 negative mentions

The game features a detailed crafting system that many players find rewarding and engaging.
It has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic MMORPGs like Ultima Online, appealing to fans of the genre.
The developers are responsive to community feedback and are actively working on updates and improvements.

The game suffers from severe lag and rubberbanding issues, making it frustrating to play at times.
There are significant balance issues in PvP, with many players feeling that combat is unresponsive and clunky.
The grind for resources and skills can feel excessive, leading to a tedious gameplay experience for some players.

grinding
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is heavily emphasized in user reviews, with many players noting it as "extremely grindy" and a core part of the experience. While some enjoy the grind for crafting, leveling, and resource gathering, others find it tedious and frustrating, particularly due to the long time investment required for progression. Overall, the game appeals to those who appreciate grind-heavy mechanics, but may deter players seeking a more streamlined or less time-consuming experience.
- “Grinding is unreal.”
- “The pure frustration of grinding resources in itself is like dragging your testicles through a belt grinder.”
- “The gameplay is clunky, boring, and unbelievably grindy.”
gameplay
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
59%
14%
Gameplay in "Wild Terra 2" is characterized by a mix of clunky mechanics, unresponsive controls, and technical issues such as lag and desynchronization, leading to a generally mediocre experience. While some players appreciate the depth of crafting and survival elements, many criticize the lack of polish and engaging content, resulting in a grindy and frustrating adventure. Despite its potential, the game struggles with balance and clarity, leaving players divided on its overall enjoyment.
- “Good combat and group mechanics.”
- “Very fun addictive gameplay, many many hours of survival/crafting/combat fun.”
- “The game is pretty cool, with hardcore old-school gameplay, even though it has a long way until it feels complete, I enjoyed playing it.”
- “The core gameplay mechanics in Wild Terra 2 feel unpolished and lack the depth needed to keep players engaged for extended periods.”
- “The gameplay is clunky, boring, and unbelievably grindy.”
- “Spend almost 2 hours trying to figure out basic mechanics and follow the quest tracker.”
story
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
77%
15%
The game's story is criticized for being lackluster and confusing, primarily consisting of a series of grind-heavy quests with minimal narrative depth. Players express frustration with the quest system, which often fails to track progress accurately and requires tedious manual completion, detracting from the overall experience. While the game offers opportunities for land ownership and crafting, many feel that the absence of a compelling storyline and the overwhelming tutorial hinder enjoyment.
- “The starter island and quests don't hold your hand but lead you in the right direction.”
- “Additionally, you can't escape the starter island without doing all the quests, which helps you learn a lot about the game and is well worth it.”
- “Crafting, gathering, and kill quests get you started with basic fighting skills, gear, and housing - culminating in a quest to make a boat to leave the island.”
- “This is the same story of a cash grab remake using old code to pass as a new game.”
- “For the amount charged, this game was subpar in the graphics and there was no story, just a series of quests to do, and they were not even all that fun.”
- “Grind this and grind that, but no story.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
68%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them decent and effective, while others describe them as mediocre or reminiscent of early 2000s titles. Many appreciate the visuals as a step up from similar games, but note that they lack warmth and detail, and some technical issues, such as poor graphical scaling and high resource usage, detract from the experience. Overall, while the graphics are not groundbreaking, they are considered satisfactory for the gameplay offered.
- “The graphics are amazing.”
- “This game has been in development a long time and the small team of creators have been moving it in a very positive direction, the foundations are great, nice graphics and great crafting system that can be built up a lot in future.”
- “This game is very pleasing in terms of the grind; it is a modern-day RuneScape with way better visuals and controls.”
- “Also, the graphics are mediocre.”
- “Graphics are effective, but simple for today's games.”
- “For the amount charged, this game was subpar in the graphics, and there was no story, just a series of quests to do, and they were not even all that fun.”
optimization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
53%
27%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players citing significant technical hurdles and performance issues, particularly during its early access phase. While server performance has improved since launch, players still report ongoing optimization problems, particularly with combat and crafting systems. The developers are actively addressing these issues, but many users remain frustrated with the game's current state.
- “90% of the negative reviews are about the server lag we had in the first couple of days; those issues have been fixed, and the devs are always improving the performance.”
- “Server performance seemed to be really improved within about a week of early access launch.”
- “The grind is real in this game, and the developers are quite awesome in handling the performance and cheating issues that have plagued the game at start.”
- “The game's technical performance leaves much to be desired.”
- “It has terrible optimization; combat, and the crafting and building need tons of work.”
- “Currently unplayable due to 'severe' server performance issues.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
86%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users expressing frustration over exorbitantly priced items and a lack of meaningful updates or development. Many reviewers feel that the game prioritizes profit over quality, leading to disappointment and a sense of being misled. Overall, the monetization approach has significantly impacted the game's reception, with calls for refunds and strong recommendations against purchasing.
- “There are no microtransactions, which makes the experience much more enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate that the game doesn't rely on microtransactions to progress.”
- “The absence of microtransactions allows for a fair and balanced gameplay experience.”
- “Updates take years and the shop is a total cash grab, selling $5.00 items for $300.00.”
- “This is nothing more than a cash grab in all regards, with little interest in the actual game development.”
- “Cannot recommend this cash grab launched too early; I can't believe this was launched.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the immersive ambiance and find it fitting for the medieval setting, others criticize it as unpleasant and nauseating. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, though opinions on its quality vary significantly.
- “The music and ambiance are also nice.”
- “An interesting game about the Middle Ages with good music that adds even more immersion to the game.”
- “Music is great as well.”
- “Music is baaaaaaaaaaaaaad and sounds are nauseating.”
- “Music as well.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's stability is marred by frequent glitches, bugs, and server issues, leading to frustration and immersion problems for players. While the gameplay itself is enjoyable, issues like server crashes, desync, and unexpected character deaths significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I haven't experienced any bugs or glitches during my playthrough.”
- “The performance is consistent, making for a stable gaming experience.”
- “Frequent glitches, bugs, and server issues detract from the overall experience, causing frustration and hindering players' ability to fully immerse themselves in the world.”
- “Frequent downtime, server crashes, desync issues with the game, freezes, and you'll log back in dead without any items after fighting mobs that you could easily beat.”
- “Buggy at the moment, but a good survival/crafting isometric game.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a close-knit, intimate environment reminiscent of a small village, fostering a sense of community where players feel connected and supported by one another.
- “It has a small population (I live in EU1), but that's just nice for the intimate atmosphere, almost like a small village where everyone knows each other and helps each other.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its unique design and extensive diversity, offering a secure and balanced progression system that enhances its replayability.
- “One of a kind, excellent game with extensive diversity and secure, balanced progression that enhances replayability.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight that the game's emotional impact is significant, particularly in areas where they face challenges from player killers (pkers), which can be overwhelming for those not prepared to handle such confrontations. This creates a player-driven economy that reflects the emotional struggles within the game.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers appreciate the game's emphasis on free-form character development, allowing players to shape their characters in a personalized manner, complemented by enjoyable base-building mechanics.
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing for a unique and personalized experience.”
- “I love how the game encourages players to shape their characters' skills and traits based on their choices.”
- “The progression system is rewarding, making each decision feel impactful on the character's journey.”