The Guild 2

 PC
  • Publisher: Aspyr
  • Release Date: Oct 12, 2006
Metascore
61

Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 18
  3. Negative: 2 out of 18
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  1. VideoGamer
    40
    A maddening example of a game that was ruined by a lack of focus in its design stages - had it been released with a wider scope it may have made a great RPG, or had it been a little faster paced and involving it may have made a mediocre RTS.
  2. Computer Games Magazine
    40
    If it sounds a little like that other everyday-life game, "The Sims", that's because it is. But only a little. Both games are about your character's struggle to get ahead in the world, but The Guild 2 makes it a struggle for you as well. [Jan. 2007, p.70]
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#74 Most Discussed PC Game of 2006
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#54 Most Shared PC Game of 2006

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User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 58 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 58
  3. Negative: 8 out of 58
  1. CarlosR.
    Oct 18, 2006
    8
    An outstanding concept that can only get better when the bug squashing is finished. Right now be ready for some SHOW STOPING bugs.
  2. Dethstar
    May 17, 2011
    9
    Extremely deep and intricate gameplay so probably not for the xbox crowd that may have an old pc tucked away. My friends 14 year old sonExtremely deep and intricate gameplay so probably not for the xbox crowd that may have an old pc tucked away. My friends 14 year old son hates it. But his father (my friend) and I, both keen gamers for many years and we love it. Its deep and you have total freedom to do as you would. Dont expect it to be easy or in anyway for lightweight. Its deep, you have to concerntrate (dont bother getting this if you have ADHD) and its doesnt have car chases or explosions. If you like games which actually reward you for playing strategically yet still ooze atmosphere and some graphical charm its still a good game.… Full Review »
  3. Rebun
    Mar 25, 2011
    7
    once you get over the bugs/glitches, language problems, corny npc romancing discussion this games would be one of the most unique, interestingonce you get over the bugs/glitches, language problems, corny npc romancing discussion this games would be one of the most unique, interesting and engrossing games ive played. As the player you start a family with 1 member, choosing a career path and depending on that you choose how you want set up businesses, who to employ etc, there is also politics to get into and rival 'dynasties' that need to be taken care of. There is an element of charm all over it and nothing beats in the game bribing political supporters or jurys for a court trial to gain leverage, or perhaps leading an assassination against a rival dynasty member.

    I give it a 7/10 based on all factors of the game, but if i were to rate the gameplay ideas and the world environment, it would easily be a 10    … Full Review »
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