Boktai 2: Solar Boy Django

 Game Boy Advance
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
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  1. games(TM)
    70
    Fans of adventure games who don't find block-pushing and switch-flipping tiresome will enjoy a long-lasting challenge, as will fans of the original. Everyone else, however, should approach with caution. [Aug 2005, p.118]
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  2. GameZone
    70
    There is no "type of gamer" who will enjoy it. You either will or you won't. No matter what I am pretty certain that the sun factor will drive you nuts.
  3. Cheat Code Central
    70
    Aside from the novelty factor, the gameplay in Boktai 2 is very unoriginal. It's not much different than Castlevania but it's not as difficult.
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  5. Pelaaja (Finland)
    70
    In many ways, Boktai 2 is very similar to the first game. There's just enough new additions to keep players interested, even if the difficulty level is a bit too high. The concept of the game is still charming and this time the ability to deposit solar power in the bank makes it a bit less dependant on your real life surroundings. [August 2005, p.76]
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  6. Game Informer
    63
    Its gimmick doesn't overcome its bland gameplay. [Dec 2004, p.190]
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  7. Detroit Free Press
    50
    But the control configuration is cumbersome to use. For the most part the graphics are solid, but some of the environment's background elements are shoddy.

Awards & Rankings

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#16 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
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#42 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2004

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User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 2 out of 15
  1. MrFunsockz
    Jun 29, 2011
    9
    One of my personal favorite GBA games of all time. Expanding on what the first game did in every feasible way, Boktai 2 is the peak of theOne of my personal favorite GBA games of all time. Expanding on what the first game did in every feasible way, Boktai 2 is the peak of the series. Boktai 2 is an action adventure game, presented from an overhead isometric view. Within the game you progress through a series of areas each punctuated by a boss. While the formula may seem pretty standard, with the games use of actual real world sunlight, you have a game that is affected by the world you play it in. Playing at sunset? Expect to feel panicked and rushed. Playing on an overcast day? Expect the bosses to be at their strongest, and the possibility of rain in the game.

    Boktai 2 deserves a place in your gaming library, if only because there's nothing else like it.    … Full Review »
  2. mike023
    Jun 11, 2013
    9
    This game is a great sequel, it builds on the characters, Sabata even has a more distinctive sprite! Some of the plot twists were expected,This game is a great sequel, it builds on the characters, Sabata even has a more distinctive sprite! Some of the plot twists were expected, but some weren't and caught me completely unprepared. This game is fantastic! I recommend it heartily!… Full Review »
  3. CedW.
    Sep 26, 2005
    7
    Some say its a gimmick but it has solid gameplay and tight graphics makes it fun and enjoyable.
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