Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson

 3DS
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58

Mixed or average reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 28
  3. Negative: 6 out of 28
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  1. Gaming Nexus
    Oct 21, 2015
    70
    Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson definitely isn’t for everyone. If you’re all for anime eye candy with a lot of combat, then this game is for you. However, it kind of felt like the combat got a little repetitive over time, and the bosses can be either really frustrating if they never let you get a hit in, or rather easy if you can get in multiple combos and power attacks. If you’re into anime-style hack-and-slashers, then this one should be right up your alley.
  2. Universo Nintendo
    Oct 7, 2015
    70
    A good action game with admirable script and soundtrack.
  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Sep 30, 2015
    70
    As a brawler, Senran Kagura 2 isn't half bad. [Issue #17 – September/October 2015, p.73]
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  5. Digitally Downloaded
    Sep 21, 2015
    70
    Certainly it is aimed squarely at a niche audience, but anyone who can get past that weird cultural quirk that we have in the west where sexytimes are somehow meant to be completely inappropriate in games should find themselves having a grand old time here.
  6. Atomix
    Sep 21, 2015
    70
    Tamsoft has made of Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson a better game that corrects most of the bugs and flaws that its predecessor had, as well as one that offers a lot of content that fans of anime and action (and pervy) games will enjoy. However this doesn't compensate for the facts of its awful camera as well as its repetitiveness that, surely, will make many gamers to pass it.
  7. Worth Playing
    Sep 21, 2015
    70
    In the end, it really is a game for fans of the series and something of a hard sell for newcomers who can't separate the fan service from the game mechanics.
  8. Hardcore Gamer
    Sep 15, 2015
    70
    Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson is completely aware of what a silly bit of video game fluff it is, and more than happy to own every bit of its exuberant excesses.
  9. Attack of the Fanboy
    Sep 15, 2015
    70
    While not a major step forward overall, Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson is still a lot of fun and definitely is worth checking out for any fans of this niche series.
  10. Brash Games
    Aug 30, 2015
    70
    Unlike ‘Dead or Alive’ or ‘Lollipop Chainsaw’ the over the top sexualised imagery was no longer simply eye candy to accompany a pretty decent action game, but something which made me feel extremely uncomfortable.
  11. Vandal
    Aug 30, 2015
    65
    Senran Kagura 2 is better than its predecessor in some aspects, but worse in others. In the end, we didn't enjoy this adventure as much as the original one, but if you enjoyed Senran Kagura Burst, we're sure you'll like this one too.
  12. Meristation
    Sep 14, 2015
    64
    In one of the most fan service of series that we have right now, Senran Kagura 2 tries to fix the issues we saw in Burst. And most of the time it's successful in that, but an unreliable camera, poor allies IA and uninspiring combo system are there. A shame, because the use of the 3D is spectacular, the graphics are very good and we have a funny coop and few modes really interesting.
  13. COGconnected
    Sep 25, 2015
    60
    It’s a shame that the actual gameplay is so stale and repetitive because Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson is polished in many other areas.
  14. Everyeye.it
    Sep 4, 2015
    60
    Whether you're interested or not in the voyeurism the saga offers, the formula is terribly repetitive to keep you interested for long.
  15. Nintendo Life
    Aug 28, 2015
    60
    SENRAN KAGURA 2: Deep Crimson is a reasonably solid fighting game with some decent presentation and consistent performance in 2D, but is hampered by repetitive enemies and uninspired combat mechanics for the most part.
  16. FNintendo
    Aug 27, 2015
    60
    Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson continues the use of very visible physical attributes of its female characters to catch the player’s attention but this does not hide a disproportional difficulty curve and changes to the combat system that make it less enjoyable than its predecessor.
  17. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Nov 17, 2015
    55
    Overall, Senran Kagura 2 is simply not a very good game. There are plenty of decent ideas, but none of them are anywhere near being developed enough to be worth your time.
  18. GameCritics
    Oct 7, 2015
    55
    It's decent in short bursts, but I have a feeling that it will be quickly forgotten once the Vita's upcoming Senran Kagura: Estival Versus hits.
  19. ZTGD
    Sep 18, 2015
    50
    Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson knows what it is. It never apologizes for that, I just wish it was a better game.

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6.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 84 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 84
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 84
  3. Negative: 23 out of 84
  1. Here4aMoment
    Sep 15, 2015
    10
    To me personally, before you judge a game, you should actually try it out and not dismiss it completely. This one at least I can say is greatTo me personally, before you judge a game, you should actually try it out and not dismiss it completely. This one at least I can say is great and totally deserves attention. Yeah, it had lots of boobies all over the place, but below the fleshy surface, it's also a great game in its own right. Obviously everyone is gonna talk about the fanservice, but how about the game inside? That's how I went about it, all the more since I was not familiar with the series before trying this one out. Besides, I can't enjoy a game just because it has fanservice in it or flashy visuals, I need some actually good gameplay, valuable content, something engaging about it that keeps me coming back for more. At the end of the day, dismissing the fanservice, I still found all of the aforementioned inside, so better talk about that and not focus on what anybody else could tell at first glance. Besides, who said you can't have fanservice and a great game at the same time? Bayonetta anyone?… Full Review »
  2. Alexiothealexio
    Sep 15, 2015
    10
    Awesome game, great "plot"! Filled with bubbly bouncy characters (In 3d!), this is a game that brawler fans will be sure to find stimulating.Awesome game, great "plot"! Filled with bubbly bouncy characters (In 3d!), this is a game that brawler fans will be sure to find stimulating. If you are new to this type of game, it is the perfect introduction to arouse your interest in the genre.… Full Review »
  3. Michael418
    Sep 15, 2015
    9
    Ignore the embarrassing reviews from what are supposed to be impartial game critics. This is a stellar action game, filled with lightning-fastIgnore the embarrassing reviews from what are supposed to be impartial game critics. This is a stellar action game, filled with lightning-fast combat and an interesting plot. For people who have played Burst, know that this game has a rock-solid framerate and a huge amount of character customization. As such, it is mechanically superior to the original in almost every way. Look past the hypersexualized characters and you will find one of the best action games on the system.… Full Review »
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