Rogue Legacy 2

 PlayStation 5
User Score
4.3

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 15
  3. Negative: 8 out of 15

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  1. alex82101
    Jul 10, 2023
    9
    I don't know how indie games do it, but they are consistently one of the most addicting games I get my hands on. Rogue Legacy 2 is no exception. The combat and the visuals have vastly improved compared to its predecessor which looked pixelated and didn't have nearly as much detail as this one. There are many classes, way too many if you ask me, and I have spent more than 20+ hours in theI don't know how indie games do it, but they are consistently one of the most addicting games I get my hands on. Rogue Legacy 2 is no exception. The combat and the visuals have vastly improved compared to its predecessor which looked pixelated and didn't have nearly as much detail as this one. There are many classes, way too many if you ask me, and I have spent more than 20+ hours in the game and still have not tried them all. The only problem I have with this game is the incredible difficulty spikes caused by some bosses, sometimes even common enemies. On the other hand, the latter keeps the players on their toes by making sure any room can potentially spawn deadly enemies that can end the run in an instant. Even if that happens, there is another heir waiting to take place of their last fallen ancestor.… Expand
  2. dangyosabyss
    Jul 7, 2023
    5
    A fun Roguelite that sabotages itself with a saturation of un-funny humour and shoehorned identity politics (see : a trait that states your character likes both boys and girls that adds nothing to the RPG aspect of the game. A useless exercise in box-ticking). Few people in 2023 are going to be angered by the presence of certain preferences in games but this feels like the makers haveA fun Roguelite that sabotages itself with a saturation of un-funny humour and shoehorned identity politics (see : a trait that states your character likes both boys and girls that adds nothing to the RPG aspect of the game. A useless exercise in box-ticking). Few people in 2023 are going to be angered by the presence of certain preferences in games but this feels like the makers have shoehorned even more of it into the sequel. The game partially builds on its predecessor but feels as if it is lacking in some areas. It is a fun game but the boring lore and pushing of certain preferences are not needed in a game that one ought to be marketing to the masses. I find myself playing it in spite of these annoyances rather than taking them as a crucial aspect of the game. The Dark Souls Lite approach to lore is also lame and along with the 'humour' should be resigned back to Failarmy circa 2013. Mechanics-wise it's fun and the new abilities (or repurposed old ones) feel satisfying. Dropping the obnoxious writing style and the other aspects would help broaden this games appeal. It could be marketed to children and adults alike but it seems content to settle in it's little niche, unfortunately rendering it average.… Expand

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. PSX Brasil
    Jul 9, 2023
    90
    Rogue Legacy 2 enhances all aspects of the first game and delivers a vast amount of content that provides many hours of quality entertainment. Every journey is unique and well balanced. Although failure is recurrent along the way, the game gradually provides small upgrades that will allow even the most casual players to succeed in the end.
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  2. Gaming Age
    Jul 6, 2023
    91
    The core hook of dying and restarting while progressing just a bit further each time is as solid in Rogue Legacy 2 as it was in the original game. I’d be hard pressed to point out significant differences between the two games, outside of a spruced up presentation and just more content in general, but honestly there wasn’t much to improve on with the original Rogue Legacy, so I can’t really fault the sequel for not deviating too far from the original formula. It’s still a wildly addictive game, and the short bursts of gameplay make it perfect for a few quick rounds, or lengthier play sessions.
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  3. KeenGamer
    Jul 5, 2023
    100
    Rogue Legacy 2 is a captivating, addicting, and truly unforgettable experience. It doesn't just improve on the first game, it renders it wholly obsolete. It's a truly amazing roguelike, one of the best in the industry. The art is beautiful and the combat is buttery smooth. Everyone should play this game. Especially if you love pizza. And who doesn't love pizza?
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