Overlord II

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 215 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 18 out of 215
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  1. GregP
    Jul 2, 2009
    10
    Like a lot of my friends, I had played the first Overlord and expected this to be a similar game. Having the same ups; fairly straightforward, lots of stuff for completionists, evil fun, and generic childish jokes. This recipee for the first one was a great success but got rather repetative quickly and I stopped playing it. Overlord 2 on the other hand has done away with alot of the Like a lot of my friends, I had played the first Overlord and expected this to be a similar game. Having the same ups; fairly straightforward, lots of stuff for completionists, evil fun, and generic childish jokes. This recipee for the first one was a great success but got rather repetative quickly and I stopped playing it. Overlord 2 on the other hand has done away with alot of the boring repatition. You may use the same means to getting the goal (IE possession) but everytime its abit different. Stealth, aggressive, puzzles. This has left me playing this game for hours on end and wanting more. You can really tell how the developers have matured from there previous game and really put something great out. This RPG adventure game is well suited for those that would enjoy some evil humor, single player campaign, and lite puzzle solving.… Expand
  2. TehL.
    Jun 25, 2009
    10
    Have to give it a straight ten. Awesome idea and game, and loved it to continue playing with my Overlord. I don't understand some critics (could have made ALOT better?) and wish they would be somewhat more objective or realistic. To Byron B.: You're distorting the vote by installing a demo (?) of the game that messed up your system? Game itself works flawlessly for me, and if Have to give it a straight ten. Awesome idea and game, and loved it to continue playing with my Overlord. I don't understand some critics (could have made ALOT better?) and wish they would be somewhat more objective or realistic. To Byron B.: You're distorting the vote by installing a demo (?) of the game that messed up your system? Game itself works flawlessly for me, and if you don't have directX I don't know how you play other games. Most of them WILL install it without asking, if it isn't already.… Expand
  3. AlexC
    Jun 28, 2009
    9
    I am really loving this game. It is better than the first in everyway - graphics are much improved; the game is more fun; you can bring your favourite minions back from the dead; you can now control or destroy towns; your minions can mount wolves, spiders etc; the game is longer and the missions much less linear...the list goes on! Most of the reviews are positive...if you aren't I am really loving this game. It is better than the first in everyway - graphics are much improved; the game is more fun; you can bring your favourite minions back from the dead; you can now control or destroy towns; your minions can mount wolves, spiders etc; the game is longer and the missions much less linear...the list goes on! Most of the reviews are positive...if you aren't sure, try the demo and see for yourself. I think this game will become more popular over the next few months. If you enjoyed the first game then I am sure you will LOVE this one!… Expand
  4. JamesCP
    Jun 30, 2009
    10
    This isn't a review it's a critique of the demo on steam. I had the same issue with the Overlord 2 Demo. Don't install it from steam, get it from a differen't site. I got mine from gamershell and it worked fine after the appauling steam demo. James
  5. GerardH
    Sep 15, 2009
    8
    This plays more as an extension of the 1st. It's a solid sequel that is only hampered by amount of new comedy material and how linear it is, although the 2 times the minions break out in song is a ROFL experience. This is a sequel that is definitely more linear than the first. It seems like it could have been MUCH better as a sandbox type of game. Comparatively speaking, the 1st This plays more as an extension of the 1st. It's a solid sequel that is only hampered by amount of new comedy material and how linear it is, although the 2 times the minions break out in song is a ROFL experience. This is a sequel that is definitely more linear than the first. It seems like it could have been MUCH better as a sandbox type of game. Comparatively speaking, the 1st feels real open for the majority of the maps, the 2nd feels like you have 1 path to take. Overall, IGN is extremely wrong and biased in their review.… Expand
  6. Imnotaddicted
    Jul 21, 2015
    10
    Much like its predecessor you're in control of your minions, but this time they are a lot smarter when it comes to not running directly into lethal situations on their own. They still will if you tell them to though. As for the gameplay, it has been massively improved. Sadly the spell system is pretty much gone, but in return you can do so much more with minions that you'll hardly evenMuch like its predecessor you're in control of your minions, but this time they are a lot smarter when it comes to not running directly into lethal situations on their own. They still will if you tell them to though. As for the gameplay, it has been massively improved. Sadly the spell system is pretty much gone, but in return you can do so much more with minions that you'll hardly even notice. The evil tower is bigger than ever, you can have more mistresses and there are a lot of clever puzzles. The only downside is that it makes me greedy as a player. Next time I expect more tower customization, more enslavement options and more things to toy with like putting statues of myself everywhere and turning the captured towns a little less bright.… Expand
  7. BobbyA
    Jun 30, 2009
    9
    I never thought it possible to improve upon the first but with more customisation, great graphics, some new features and more comic charm Overlord 2 joins my list of favourites.
  8. cesari.
    Jun 24, 2009
    9
    I love this game its even better than the first one I especially love the whole minions mounting creatures thing especially when I make them mount fire breath salamanders.
  9. jordanz
    Jun 24, 2009
    9
    As someone who never played the first game this one is a riot and a blast. Graphics are amazing and you don't have to worry about the control scheme the consoles use.
  10. SergeT
    Jun 25, 2009
    10
    A very well-rounded game that employs elements of hack-n-slashers and RTS. Given a ten because the game is just FUN.
  11. KarlP
    Jun 28, 2009
    9
    This game was amazing the controls worked very well and the game was purely fun all the way through. Other then the frustration of losing minions with larger hordes I think this game came out great.
  12. JonG.
    Jun 30, 2009
    9
    This game has very beautiful enviornments and lots of funny moments (IGN must be dead inside). I thought it was quite fun. That said, why is it that every user who gives a pc game a bad review is always some vindictive moron who can't figue out how to run his machine? (Hint: 9/10 times it's you, not the game. Can't handle that? Buy a console and shut the f up.)
  13. FredrikE.
    Jul 24, 2009
    9
    I have tested both overlord I and II but overlord 2 takes the price. Its a litel short which i give it a 9 but also that you can upgrade your weapons like in the first overlord. Otherwise its pretty good. Its good story. The most evil things to do. Also you got rewards if you dominated the city's. That was a good feature. But the upgrade option was a good one. Also the throne I have tested both overlord I and II but overlord 2 takes the price. Its a litel short which i give it a 9 but also that you can upgrade your weapons like in the first overlord. Otherwise its pretty good. Its good story. The most evil things to do. Also you got rewards if you dominated the city's. That was a good feature. But the upgrade option was a good one. Also the throne animation. Its one of the best games i have ever played.… Expand
  14. OrderanL
    Nov 17, 2009
    9
    I played overlord 1 then the second one. There are some great improvements in the second one but there are still troubles like the minion random acts and the game wich could be longer. Overwise, the game was great.
  15. [Anonymous]
    Jun 26, 2009
    9
    This game has in spades what so many games lack: fantastic exploration, a sense of humor, and unique art direction. The gorgeous environments make you feel like you're on vacation--so nice after all the brown/gray settings of most games. Yeah, the minions could be easier to control., but that actually plays into their nature, and occasional accidental minion death seems appropriate. This game has in spades what so many games lack: fantastic exploration, a sense of humor, and unique art direction. The gorgeous environments make you feel like you're on vacation--so nice after all the brown/gray settings of most games. Yeah, the minions could be easier to control., but that actually plays into their nature, and occasional accidental minion death seems appropriate. Reviewers saying it's more of the same are full of it. The game's been taken to the next level in just about every aspect. Just exploring your own castle environment is terrific fun because it's been so creatively expanded. The wolf-riding minions, the siege engines, the battle mechanics, and the organized armies you fight are further examples. These same reviewers drool over all those WWII shooters, and you'd have a hard time telling them apart from EACH OTHER much less see the difference between installments within the same series.… Expand
  16. TureVoice
    Jun 27, 2009
    10
    Reviewers have the job to try and reflect the public's opinion, not sculpt it. This game deserves a better score than what it has and anyone who believes we shouldn't attack the reviewing companies really doesn't understand what they are supposed to be doing.
  17. Ajores
    Jun 20, 2011
    9
    Overlord 2 was fun, even great, but at times it can be just as much a hit or miss as the first one was, or even like pikmin. For me I thoroughly enjoyed myself, tbh. The only thing I was rather perturbed about was the very clunky animations for ever actor. It's improved a lot from the first one, the game is fun, but it never really comes clicks for me in the way the human characters moveOverlord 2 was fun, even great, but at times it can be just as much a hit or miss as the first one was, or even like pikmin. For me I thoroughly enjoyed myself, tbh. The only thing I was rather perturbed about was the very clunky animations for ever actor. It's improved a lot from the first one, the game is fun, but it never really comes clicks for me in the way the human characters move and talk. I would rather like to see if they can outdo themselves in a sequel though!… Expand
  18. veil_lord
    Jan 16, 2012
    9
    I really love this game. Controlling the minions is great fun, with the exception of the spider temple level which made me want to break the game in two. If I were you, I'd go get the first game as well because both are easily worth the cheap price you'll find them for today.
  19. Lord0Dark
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just can not stop! you NEED to play this game. I just love the minions, oh an Gnarl! You just have to love them all. I love this game. Although the most bugs are audio related, after 40 + play throughs you know what to do! I loved the minion possession.

    Play Overlord and serve the master, now!!!    … Expand
  20. JuliusP
    Jul 14, 2009
    10
    After playing&loving the first game, i hoped for a good sequel. even the sequel is a bit too short, i enjoyed it like the original game. the minion-mounts are a nice idea and other features like capturing towns are good too. the thing i liked most in the first game and which is still included in the sequel is this black humor, that makes me laugh again and again. the fat wisps are just a After playing&loving the first game, i hoped for a good sequel. even the sequel is a bit too short, i enjoyed it like the original game. the minion-mounts are a nice idea and other features like capturing towns are good too. the thing i liked most in the first game and which is still included in the sequel is this black humor, that makes me laugh again and again. the fat wisps are just a brilliant idea. i´m playing the german version and the voices fit very well to the characters. "Gunther, spuck das aus!"… Expand
  21. kaoa
    Dec 30, 2011
    10
    I know is not a 10 game at all, but whit those all who put 0 i had no option

    i think is a very great game, you will enjoy as much for a 10$ game can do

    Awesome idea and game, and loved it to continue playing with my Overlord. I don't understand some critics (could have made A LOT better?) and wish they would be somewhat more objective or realistic.
  22. HarryWebbinger
    Oct 6, 2013
    10
    Even on 2013 I still waiting for the next cold winter evenings to play on to that majestic game. Best colourful areas, best sound and flashy original gimmicks. For me OL2 is top 10 for PC & any console
  23. destinyfan1
    Nov 5, 2017
    8
    Slightly worse then overlord because it misses that simple but fun ,cosy environment and gameplay
    I also don't like most of the new spells
    With that being said lets jump into this The graphics feel updated from overlord 1 and the music is again very cosy To the combat is nothing changed and theirs no new minion type Why do I still give an 8 then well.... I actually don't know I guess    Slightly worse then overlord because it misses that simple but fun ,cosy environment and gameplay
    I also don't like most of the new spells
    With that being said lets jump into this
    The graphics feel updated from overlord 1 and the music is again very cosy
    To the combat is nothing changed and theirs no new minion type
    Why do I still give an 8 then well.... I actually don't know
    I guess the experience is just very fun ,but still this is more of an expansion then a new game
    A good game,a mediocre sequel    … Expand
  24. Nekrips
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    The continuation of the game turned out even better and more exciting than the previous part.
    Once again we return to the role of a powerful overlord and his army of loyal little demonic creatures. The game has even more satire, jokes, and dark humor. There are funny moments at almost every turn.
    The game has become even more atmospheric and beautiful. The locations and scenery are    The continuation of the game turned out even better and more exciting than the previous part.
    Once again we return to the role of a powerful overlord and his army of loyal little demonic creatures. The game has even more satire, jokes, and dark humor. There are funny moments at almost every turn.
    The game has become even more atmospheric and beautiful. The locations and scenery are stunningly beautiful and exciting when exploring new places. Winter locations, tropical jungles, fabulous underground caves, imperial palaces - everything looks just awesome!
    The minion controls have remained almost unchanged, except that they now have separate squads of riders. Mounts are unique to each type of minion and have their own abilities. Minions also level up in battles and gradually become stronger. But now there is an opportunity to revive the deceased veteran in exchange for several newcomers. There are now even more elements of armor and weapons that servants can wear. But the appearance changes individually only in brown demons, as it was before.
    The overlord itself looks even cooler and more epic than in the previous part. He has more options for armor and weapons. However, from the magical abilities, only lightning remained, which can be strengthened by magical catalysts. There is still an opportunity to absorb the life of one of the minions or throw it like a bomb charged with magical energy. Using magic, the overlord can also turn ordinary citizens into his servants. Thus, they become like obedient zombies, working and acquiring resources for you. Additionally, in some locations, the main character can inhabit his minions' bodies to enter previously inaccessible areas. Unlike the previous part, The Dark Tower is now located underground and looks even more sinister and epic. It can also be improved, which in turn gives certain bonuses. Now we can have as many as three favorites, one of which we can give preference to.
    The plot has become even more global. The Empire, which is a parody of the Roman Empire, gradually took over the lands and captured almost all the fairy creatures, including the minions. The Overlord travels throughout the fairy tale world to find his minions, build a powerful army and deal a crushing blow to the Empire. Now we will be able to control a ship and take part in sea battles, fight in the arena against monsters, and capture and destroy entire cities. The game has choices on which the ending depends. The overlord now has a balance scale where he can choose a chaotic or more cold-blooded path.
    The first part was a great game for its time. The second has become even better, more interesting, and more fun in almost every aspect.    … Expand
  25. LT_Gruber
    Jan 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just when I thought the game could not get any better.

    Overlord II starts with a fresh story. The previous Overlord has become the master of hell in the expansion of the first game, Overlord: Raising Hell, and so, he releases his command of the Minions and his tower, and a new Overlord needed to be found. Gnarl, the old and wise Minion that served many generations of Overlords, eventually finds a small boy in a snow-covered village, deep in the mountains. This boy is destined to become the next Overlord.

    Eventually, the Roman army is coming to the town because their sentinels detected magical beings in the area (you). You get thrown out of the town, before the feet of the Centurion and thus, are betrayed and banished from your hometown. You escape from the Romans in an epic opening chase and take refuge in your underground Overlord lair. Here, you grow up to become the badass adult Overlord we know and love, and now, it is time for revenge on your hometown and the surrounding lands. You must establish dominance once again over the different parts of the world and in the end, wreck the Roman Empire and their legions.

    The game follows the same principle, mechanics and power up system as the first game. You command your legion of Minions, which consists of the brown warriors, the red archers, the green assassins and the blue healers. Like the first game, you first must find the other types of Minions and secure their hives in your base. You collect life force from killing enemies and animals, which can be used to create more Minions from the pits. Minions can also ride various pets now that they can find, including wolves, spiders and fire salamanders. In Overlord II, your decisions again determine the outcome of the game.

    You find multiple health, mana and horde size upgrades throughout your adventure, making you stronger and tougher. Throughout the lands, you find gold and chests of valuables to fund the many upgrades you can buy for yourself and your Minions. You also find crystals and dark crystals throughout the lands, which are needed for the best upgrades available.

    Although you could use magic in the first Overlord games as well, mostly in the form of fireballs and lightning bolts, now you have the ability to enslave people or simply kill them with your mind controlling lightening spell. It is a cool new mechanic in which you can create an army of mindless slaves, besides your regular army of Minions. You also get some mistresses that you find in the various regions who all offer your Minions a nice bonus when they are your main lady.

    The graphics are nice to look at but have a flaw that broken objects and building slowly disappear in pixels before your eyes. This feels a little like the objects are not solid and real. It is a little hard to explain. Other than that, the animations are improved and run a little smoother than its predecessor.

    Music and sound wise, big improvements have been made. Blows, crashes, and explosions sound much more solid now and the added battle tracks are sweet. They enhance the feeling, especially when you lay siege against the pesky villages.

    There are a lot of new environments, puzzles, and enemies. Mostly, you fight wildlife, elves, and the Roman Empire. Although not many enemies have a specific strategy to beat and can be taken down in each manner you like, there is one specific enemy that I really, really disliked and I thought was way too overpowered: The Eradicator. This is a big roman brute with a vacuum cleaner that destroys every Minion instantly when attacking. You hear *suck suck suck* and everything is dead. I hated this motherf… so badly. The way to deal with him is by using the green assassin Minions and stab him a million times in the back. Otherwise, he is almost invincible. The sudden spike in difficulty with this guy was a little frustrating to say the least.

    The good news, and one of the best improvements this game has to offer, is the resurrection system in the game. You can now resurrect your favorite, level 14 brown Minion, who had the finest weapons and armor, was though as bricks but just got casually murdered by an Eradicator. You need to pay life force to resurrect them but offering ten life force of inexperienced Minions for one machine of death was worth it without a doubt. It is a welcome feature.

    The humor in Overlord II is even better than the first games. The vile jokes, the sarcasm, the cut scenes, the many more silly things that Minions put on their heads, it is hilarious.

    I also loved the trip back to the old tower of the previous Overlord and collect all the parts of the tower heart, the most powerful object in the game back then.

    In conclusion, this is one of the better games that I have played in my life, and I loved every second of it.

    Definitely recommend this masterpiece to everyone.    … Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#50 Best PC Game of 2009
53
#53 Most Discussed PC Game of 2009
55
#55 Most Shared PC Game of 2009

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. 1UP
    91
    Overlord 2 offers a lot of options for customization, be it in the form of minion upgrades, spell specializations, and purely aesthetic options like how to decorate your fortress and which of your mistresses you choose to favor.
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  2. Gamers.at
    82
    Overlord II could do many things better, but its delightfully malicious humor is without compare. Do yourself a favor and buy this game.
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  3. Meristation
    80
    Overlord 2 is a solid sequel of the first one, a game that surprised many people thanks to its charm and originality. Now, the surprise factor is gone, but Triumph Games has made wise improvements over the weakest elements of their previous work, which makes this an enjoyable experience and a recommended title.
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