- Publisher: Codemasters
- Release Date: Jun 23, 2009
- Also On: PC, Xbox 360
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A decent effort that will need a few tweaks here and there to perfect it.
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Despite its problems it does generally provide a fun experience and fans of the first game will love the new ways of spreading chaos.
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This demon-controlling adventure lets you do more fun things with your evil minions, but Overlord II hasn't shaken all of the issues that held back the first game.
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There's no denying that Overlord II is an enjoyable expansion on the original idea, which will entertain the fans. Unfortunately, the frustrations seem to mount up as you get further into the game, making it plainly obvious that Triumph has failed to really address key issues that thwarted the original.
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Undeniably great fun and funny, but still a bit on the vapid side.
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If destruction and mayhem are your thing then there is enough here to warrant a purchase. But with a few tweaks here and there, Overlord II could have been something a little more special.
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Play UKIf it wasn't for the improved gameplay additions, we'd say the first title was the better one. [Issue#181, p.82]
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PSM3 Magazine UKAmusing in a sick kind of way, but too repetitive and unwieldy. [Aug 2009, p.74]
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It just doesn’t play well. The controls are clunky, the pacing is unsatisfying, and the multiplayer feels tacked-on. While the original Overlord was a compelling game at heart, Overlord II just feels like an unpolished retread of familiar ground.
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Games Master UKBeyond the core concept, it feels buggy and unpolished. [Aug 2009, p.74]
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Edge MagazineA charming adventure, and a lengthy one, but the overwhelming amount of rough edges rather spoil any indulgent feelings toward its foibles. [Aug 2009, p.99]
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Overlord II is a decent game that maintains its predecessor's greatness, but it doesn't show enough progression or improvement. The unforgiving checkpoints and host of other problems make it a frustrating experience, making for a sinfully fun title that forces you to a steep penance for your enjoyment.
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A sequel that is neither bigger nor better than its predecessor. The size and scope have been dialed back to something that is more akin to a straight action game.
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This sequel fails to make any notable strides in improvement, and in fact fails so hard with the broken game engine that it feels downright frustrating to look at and play.
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Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)If you don't know your Grey Elves from your High Elves though, its many flaws probably outweigh its heavily referential charm. [Sept 2009, p.78]
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It can be a lot of fun and beating up familiar looking green-clad elves forces a wry smile, but for the most part the poor combat, paper-thin strategy and technical limitations hinder a product laced with potential.
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 20 out of 29
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Mixed: 7 out of 29
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Negative: 2 out of 29
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