Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson

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6.6

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  3. Negative: 23 out of 84
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  1. Zeriel
    Jan 20, 2016
    10
    Don't listen to the bad reviews, their made by super conservative Americans with an aversion to boobs, so any game with "fan service" is instantly bad and immature. This is not fair for this game, the game is really good, it has great visuals for the 3DS, it has a story line (That's saying something these days), likable characters and really fun game play. Giving it a negative reviewDon't listen to the bad reviews, their made by super conservative Americans with an aversion to boobs, so any game with "fan service" is instantly bad and immature. This is not fair for this game, the game is really good, it has great visuals for the 3DS, it has a story line (That's saying something these days), likable characters and really fun game play. Giving it a negative review because "hurr durr bewbs are bad!" is dishonest!… Expand
  2. arv
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    I'd compare my experience with the first to a watered-down DmC meets a watered-up Streets of rage. There are definitely two styles going on, and this borrows more from the style of the Vita game (from what pictures I've seen of the vita). It is unfortunate they opted for a reversal of A and R since the previous title, but that is an easy toggle, but can be confusing when it comes toI'd compare my experience with the first to a watered-down DmC meets a watered-up Streets of rage. There are definitely two styles going on, and this borrows more from the style of the Vita game (from what pictures I've seen of the vita). It is unfortunate they opted for a reversal of A and R since the previous title, but that is an easy toggle, but can be confusing when it comes to directions in the beginning chapters.
    Storywise, I think the first was a bit better with the backstory of each character, really giving each some depth. This title doesn't fill that in, and many of the relationship-achievements and revelations the girls had seem to have disappeared besides Homura and Asuka. The visual novel aspects are welcome, despite myself not being a fan of anime, manga, or any visual novels. It must be noted that the plots are not groundbreaking, it is a japanese written story after all.

    The level of customization is way beyond Burst could've ever dreamed of achieving. I for instance put Hikage in a red bodysuit, dyed her hair black, and gave her an awesome glowing red/black ring of light around her stomach so she looks like a bad ass. Hibari is now a sporty tennis player, and Haruka looks like a fairy pixie.

    The DLC has been enjoyable, was hoping for a bundle for a few bucks off, but whatever. I hope to see some more I will definitely buy it.    … Expand
  3. KirisakiKatz
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    The game is very solid.
    - Action
    - Skills
    - Co-op
    - Graphics
    - Storyline
    - Gameplay
    - And......... BOOBS!!!!

    This game deserves a good score because it's awesome if you set the boobs aside.
  4. 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 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 ITo 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?… Expand
  5. 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. If you are new to this type of game, it is the perfect introduction to arouse your interest in the genre.
  6. EpicLadySponge
    Feb 5, 2016
    0
    You want a game filled with unoriginality and content that you immature people could possibly go critter to? Go look for this game in a store near you and buy it now.
  7. 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-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 theIgnore 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.… Expand
  8. NoBull
    Sep 17, 2015
    10
    Just a couple things to note: if the clothing destruction really bothers you (which it shouldn't as it's a silly thing to let ruin an entire game, not to mention one that is actually fun) you can turn those scenes off for the first time in the series. Eventually there will be DLC that allows you to change the character's breast sizes so you can make them more realistic (or less) if theJust a couple things to note: if the clothing destruction really bothers you (which it shouldn't as it's a silly thing to let ruin an entire game, not to mention one that is actually fun) you can turn those scenes off for the first time in the series. Eventually there will be DLC that allows you to change the character's breast sizes so you can make them more realistic (or less) if the notion strikes you.

    When I first played Senran I did it just to see if it was any good and I was pleasantly surprised. Senran Kagura is just as good/better as any other brawler, you just have to get past the main subject to see that. Even the story in this game is well written and very dark at times-- something you would not expect from a boob themed game. That being said after a while you won't even notice the large busts or fanservice because you'll be so engulfed in the gameplay itself. Though it's definitely one some will have to try out in order to see it for the great game it really is deep down under all that skin.

    If people would drop their weird hang-ups about the big boobs and play it like any other game then they'd all see that to be true soon enough. The fanservice has never wanted to be taken seriously but the game itself does. All the boobage is meant to be taken with a grain of salt and laughed at, nothing more and nothing less. It's stupid and closeminded that some refuse to play it just because of that one little factor. If anyone ever takes boobs jokes that seriously then they're waaay too thin-skinned (that or their head is lodged firmly in the gutter).

    I've seen people say "Those who like Senran Kagura are childish" when talking about the fanservice. That's funny to me because I think those who get so bent out of shape are childish for letting something like that ruin an entire experience for them. The ones who complain about the fanservice obsess over it more than the people who are actually fans. This series is very good, and not just good for a series with it's type of theme, good for a game that is like any other game out there. Play it like you'd play any other brawler and you'll enjoy it the same way. Hopefully one day more people will realize it's good because it's a sad day when fans need to buffer their scores to a 10 to make up for the inevitability of 0s from haters.    … Expand
  9. LifeHistory
    Sep 22, 2015
    8
    This game is great and deserve at least an 8 out of 10, the Critic Reviewers is just bunch of haters. The 3DS is in need of such games. They are perfect for a handheld system.The effects and the animations are great. There are many available characters to play as and each of em has its own move set which mean lots of variations in fighting. Further more there are many customizations forThis game is great and deserve at least an 8 out of 10, the Critic Reviewers is just bunch of haters. The 3DS is in need of such games. They are perfect for a handheld system.The effects and the animations are great. There are many available characters to play as and each of em has its own move set which mean lots of variations in fighting. Further more there are many customizations for the characters. I want to say good job Tamsoft and I am waiting for more games such as this one. I am really enjoying every minute of the game.… Expand
  10. CrosEyedMary
    Jul 21, 2016
    9
    Great graphics and an easy lead to quick action makes this a fine portable beat 'em up.
    Battle system is too similar to the first game, though.
    Fanservice also counts to the math, and tons of recorded speech and typical Shounen graphic sexual jokes are welcome here.
  11. Techbane
    Jul 26, 2016
    5
    On the one hand: the immaculate attention to dressup unlockables, overactive jiggle physics, clothes destruction, and character animation. On the other hand: a chugging framerate, load times just bad enough to be aggravating, and horrendously flawed game mechanics. You can tell where the focus was during development.

    What is ostensibly a beat 'em up game takes a wholly unappealing    On the one hand: the immaculate attention to dressup unlockables, overactive jiggle physics, clothes destruction, and character animation. On the other hand: a chugging framerate, load times just bad enough to be aggravating, and horrendously flawed game mechanics. You can tell where the focus was during development.

    What is ostensibly a beat 'em up game takes a wholly unappealing divergence from the formula by making all fodder enemies effortless drawn-out busywork in the lead up to your inevitable duel with one or two of the main characters, which always demands the exact same strategy: play cat and mouse as best you can (because the only challenge in the game is **** AI with multiple health bars that can override any of your attacks with its own when it feels like it) until you can land enough slapfight hits to fill your special meter, at which point you transform, enter frenzy mode, and either chain infinite supers into the enemy until you finally deplete the full dozen of their health bars, or whiff your attacks because of the horrendous and inattentive camera and die horribly instead.

    But wait, I hear you say! What of the story? Are there any compelling developments along the lines that would merit the drudgery of the gameplay?

    Well, that depends on whether you've ever seen DBZ. The plot is exactly that, with boobs instead of screaming. (Characters with drastically different values initially at each other's throats end up being friendly rivals in pursuit of a common goal, and thwart some evil in the process.)

    It *could* have had a more engaging combat system. It *could* have had a better developed story. It doesn't. It's an underdeveloped mess of a game and there are much cheaper and probably more engaging sources of titillation out there.    … Expand
  12. Lone_Wolf_Sones
    Aug 7, 2016
    8
    Senran Kagura is a series that is a bit of a guilty pleasure for me. One reason being is worrying if someone should happen to look over my shoulder to see an anime girl lose her clothes from a nasty ninja attack. Senran Kagura is a series that is shameless in its fanservice. But beneath that fanservice is a pretty fun beat em up. You play as one of several girls from two different clan ofSenran Kagura is a series that is a bit of a guilty pleasure for me. One reason being is worrying if someone should happen to look over my shoulder to see an anime girl lose her clothes from a nasty ninja attack. Senran Kagura is a series that is shameless in its fanservice. But beneath that fanservice is a pretty fun beat em up. You play as one of several girls from two different clan of shinobi. The objective is to defeat all the enemies or strip the enemy girls before they do the same to you. You can mix up combat with ranged attacks and as you deal damage and receive you build up a ninja art meter which lets you perform a special powerful attack.

    The game features robust customization options which allow you to 'dressup' your various shinobi in a variety of outfits...some naughty, some nice. But beneath all the fanservice? It offers refinements in gameplay over its predecessor that make it more engaging.    … Expand
  13. Mewzhong
    May 8, 2016
    10
    Fanservice aside, this game is a decent brawler and has a certain charm to all of its characters. The characters are interesting to follow and also, the game has the right difficulty. There are also a lot of things to do in the game that keeps you coming back for more. Don't judge this game hastily just by its looks and also its fanboys (omg, they are the worst). This game certainly offersFanservice aside, this game is a decent brawler and has a certain charm to all of its characters. The characters are interesting to follow and also, the game has the right difficulty. There are also a lot of things to do in the game that keeps you coming back for more. Don't judge this game hastily just by its looks and also its fanboys (omg, they are the worst). This game certainly offers a unique experience for the 3DS console and is certainly a standout among the lineup of the console.… Expand
  14. LoneWolfSones
    Jan 7, 2016
    8
    Senran Kagura is a series that is a bit of a guilty pleasure for me. One reason being is worrying if someone should happen to look over my shoulder to see an anime girl lose her clothes from a nasty ninja attack. Senran Kagura is a series that is shameless in its fanservice. But beneath that fanservice is a pretty fun beat em up. You play as one of several girls from two different clan ofSenran Kagura is a series that is a bit of a guilty pleasure for me. One reason being is worrying if someone should happen to look over my shoulder to see an anime girl lose her clothes from a nasty ninja attack. Senran Kagura is a series that is shameless in its fanservice. But beneath that fanservice is a pretty fun beat em up. You play as one of several girls from two different clan of shinobi. The objective is to defeat all the enemies or strip the enemy girls before they do the same to you. You can mix up combat with ranged attacks and as you deal damage and receive you build up a ninja art meter which lets you perform a special powerful attack.

    The game features robust customization options which allow you to 'dressup' your various shinobi in a variety of outfits...some naughty, some nice. But beneath all the fanservice? It offers refinements in gameplay over its predecessor that make it more engaging.    … Expand
  15. Desperator
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    What is missing in American and Western tit play.Cool game.The Japanese give me exactly what I need. West to learn and learn from the Japanese how to make girls in games.
  16. Lapi002
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Its a good game, maybe have some problems with 3D scenes for slow screen, but without 3D screen the game run fast. But the scenes and japanese voices, ARCards with girls. I have DD Edition, the soundtrack is amazing.
  17. theprotagonist
    Dec 1, 2022
    10
    In my opinion, the second-best Senran Kagura game behind Shinovi Versus. The plot and characters are all awesome. The music is amazing. I have been bumping it nonstop ever since playing this. And the 3D fanservice is great. Best use of the 3D slider of any Nintendo 3DS game!
  18. ErisMajora
    Jun 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game that's is best game
    Best game waifu game of the year
    That's is best waifu game of the year for 3ds    … Expand

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#43 Best 3DS Game of 2015
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#16 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2015
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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
  1. 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.
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  2. games(TM)
    Nov 15, 2015
    20
    This game is about breasts. That's it. There really isn't anything deeper to it, not at all. [Issue#167, p.97]
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  3. CD-Action
    Nov 15, 2015
    30
    A mediocre, ugly, boring beat ‘em up that has just one selling point – scantily clad girls. [11/2015, p.65]
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