Luminous Arc 2

 DS
  • Publisher: Atlus
  • Release Date: Nov 18, 2008
Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
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  1. SpazioGames
    72
    An average game, with good pieces of art, nice dialogues and easy going fights. Unfortunately, it lacks depth and it's far too easy for hardcore gamers.
  2. Gamervision
    70
    While there may not exactly be a shortage of RPGs available on the DS, Luminous Arc 2 does just enough right to warrant a playthrough.
  3. Nintendo Power
    70
    This series may be clinging tightly to Final Fantasy Tactic's coattails, but at least it's doing a better job of it. [Holiday 2008, p.88]
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  5. GameSpot
    70
    Luminous Arc 2 is formulaic but charming, a solid strategy RPG that hooks you in with warriors of might and magic.
  6. Meristation
    70
    Luminous Arc 2 is not the best SRPG on the Nintendo DS, but it fares well. A good experience for fans of the genre, with several changes on the gameplay, but a less interesting story than the original.
  7. 1UP
    67
    Still, the battle improvements, presentation polish, and overall cheeky vibe keep the single-player option well worth playing.
  8. RPGamer
    60
    In the end, Luminous Arc 2 has a strong mechanical backing and some silly moments, but its story fails to deliver.
  9. GameCritics
    50
    All in all, Luminous Arc 2 is a game that feels like it should've been a manga or anime instead.

Awards & Rankings

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#46 Best DS Game of 2008
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#51 Most Discussed DS Game of 2008
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#16 Most Shared DS Game of 2008

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 22 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 22
  3. Negative: 1 out of 22
  1. MatheusA.
    Mar 2, 2009
    9
    While a simple SRPG comparing to many out there, this one gets some attention because of the captivating characters and beautiful soundtrack. While a simple SRPG comparing to many out there, this one gets some attention because of the captivating characters and beautiful soundtrack. It's fairly easy to start playing, and has a nice difficulty curve, which makes this title very good for relaxing and enjoying the storyline (and maybe the fanservice).… Full Review »
  2. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 4, 2023
    7
    Another Final Fantasy Tactics clone with slightly simplified combat over the last outing. They have included a skip feature on the cut scenesAnother Final Fantasy Tactics clone with slightly simplified combat over the last outing. They have included a skip feature on the cut scenes this time, but only for the current line of text so they still take waaaaay too long. But a nice little turn-based strategy game...when you *eventually* get to actually play it.… Full Review »
  3. midipon
    Apr 26, 2014
    10
    A great Imageepoch game. If you can get past the gratuitous fanservice-y character designs you'll find a really engaging grid-based battleA great Imageepoch game. If you can get past the gratuitous fanservice-y character designs you'll find a really engaging grid-based battle system and some characters that are entertaining in their own right. All the art in the game is hand-drawn so it is all very nice to look at and the battle stages are concise and fun to fight through.

    If you played the original Luminous Arc or not didn't doesn't really matter. The story stands alone and the interface and bosses are much better. The bosses won't chase you thorough a stage while you're trying to eliminate the other threats like in the first game. Intermission choices can be just as hard to make as in LA1 though, so watch out.    … Full Review »
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