Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker

 3DS
  • Publisher: Atlus
  • Release Date: May 5, 2015
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
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  1. Digitally Downloaded
    Dec 3, 2015
    70
    Devil Survivor 2 is not even close to Atlus’ finest moment, but it is a very fine game nonetheless. It does a good job of offering a narrative with thematic depth, and mixes in well with some deep character development and monster fusing mechanics. If it wasn’t for the generally uninspired effort to pull the game into shape from a visual perspective, it would be in the running to be one of the better examples of the genre on a console loaded with them.
  2. DarkZero
    Nov 27, 2015
    70
    It feels largely unchanged from its predecessor, but the general core systems it is based on are well refined enough that it still offers a good challenge for those with the patience to tackle it.

Awards & Rankings

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#9 Best 3DS Game of 2015
28
#28 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2015
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#14 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2015

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User Score
5.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 272 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 138 out of 272
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 272
  3. Negative: 131 out of 272
  1. BowserTheBig69
    Mar 30, 2016
    10
    One of the best 3DS games. Great gameplay, memorable characters, multiple endings... The battles are very good too, fusing demons is alwaysOne of the best 3DS games. Great gameplay, memorable characters, multiple endings... The battles are very good too, fusing demons is always funny. One of the best SMT games.… Full Review »
  2. Rance-Trick
    Jul 30, 2015
    8
    If you enjoy tactic based games, then SMT: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker is worth looking at. The cast is more believable than some otherIf you enjoy tactic based games, then SMT: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker is worth looking at. The cast is more believable than some other anime based casts, the battle system is easy to learn, and the demon auction and fusion systems allow for a great deal of customization in battle.

    The only reason I wouldnt give this game a nine is that the gameplay is older in style which might turn away some players. The plot is also basically another disaster strikes Japan kind of deal. Despite that, the plot is still enjoyable enough, though the characters are what shine in this department.    … Full Review »
  3. GoombaJMR
    Nov 1, 2015
    10
    (Note: Final Score: 9.5) Just finished the Septentrion Arc, and I must say (I'm on the Triangulum Arc now) that this is one of the best 3DS(Note: Final Score: 9.5) Just finished the Septentrion Arc, and I must say (I'm on the Triangulum Arc now) that this is one of the best 3DS games to date. The game has been balanced to a much greater extent, providing far less grinding and rage that can be found in the still brilliant first game, SMT Devil Survivor Overclocked. The music, in general, has been improved, while the character development has also gone through a complete evolution. You get to know the characters better, and the lengthy and intense plot will leave you wanting to know what happens next - always. The gameplay is classic Devil Survivor, and I highly recommend getting this game if you're thirsty for a fun, fair, and intense 3DS JRPG! I played through blindly, and the ending I got was one of the factors that pushed this 9.5 to a 10, rather than a 9.0.

    Gameplay: 9/10
    Story: 9/10
    Music: 9.5/10
    Presentation: 9/10
    Length: 9.5/10
    Overall: 9.5/10    … Full Review »
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