Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition

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69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
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  1. Digital Chumps
    Dec 10, 2021
    80
    Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition is a magical experience for all casual Disney lovers and feels like you are on a digital Disney World vacation without paying the Disney price and fees! With so many things to do like customizing yourself, cafe, and house the amount of time you will be spending in this game is more than you think. Exploring worlds based on Lilo and Stitch, Winnie the Pooh, Aladdin, and getting to battle, fish, and collect materials kept me very busy! Although there are a couple issues with visual glitches and there aren’t too many challenges, this game is still worth playing if you’re just a Disney fan looking for an Animal Crossing and or Harvest Moon Disney type game! It’s definitely worth trying out!
  2. SpazioGames
    Dec 9, 2021
    78
    Despite not offering meaningful differences if compared with the original, Enchanted Edition is a fun life simulator that makes a perfect gift for young Disney's fans waiting for something special at Christmas.
  3. Everyeye.it
    Dec 19, 2021
    75
    Under an aesthetic layer that is a little too essential and dated, Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition contains a simulation experience with unexpected qualities, genuinely delightful. A product whose target is very precise, mostly within the circle of school-age players, which hits its targets thanks to its relaxed way of doing things, a good variety of tasks proposed and a captivating use of some of the most popular Disney licenses. always appreciated. For little Nintendo Switch owners, Disney Magical World 2 could really make a great Christmas present.
  5. The Games Machine
    Dec 9, 2021
    75
    A magical and fun Animal Crossing-like experience for those who love the Disney Universe, with a quite large amount of activities that does not achieve the same level of depth of Nintendo's masterpiece.
  6. Gaming Nexus
    Dec 9, 2021
    74
    Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition is a port of a 3DS game, and it feels like it. But don’t let the primitive visuals stop you from digging into this very addictive little life sim. Tolerance for saccharine song and dance may vary, but almost any gamer will likely fall under the sway of this game’s addictive hooks, at least for a while.
  7. Hobby Consolas
    Dec 29, 2021
    73
    Disney Magical World 2 remaster for Nintendo Switch it's a very recommendable game for the youngster Disney fans out there (and the ones not used to videogames) who wanted to play something like "Animal Crossing", but more approachable since the first minute.
  8. Multiplayer.it
    Dec 27, 2021
    72
    Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition offers a new adventure between the disney realms, a bit in the style of Animal Crossing.
  9. COGconnected
    Dec 20, 2021
    72
    There is a lot of content contained in this little game that makes it really hard to put down. You can have a quiet evening and gather items to make new outfits, fish at the lake to collect bubbles, or change your hairdo at Minnie’s salon. Or you can opt to have a productive evening by mining with the Seven Dwarves, warding off ghosts in Hawaii, or ensuring your cafe is fully stocked with food and beverages at all times. Regardless of your mood and what you want to achieve, Disney Magical World 2 was able to satiate my cravings for a good simulation game mixed with some ghost busting and a little bit of side hustling. It can take a while to get to the good and creative parts, but it is definitely worth the wait.
  10. Starbit
    Aug 6, 2022
    70
    Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition is a remake of a 2015 game originally released for the Nintendo 3DS but the change in format does not harm the experience in any way. This life simulation game is full of Disney content to explore and live out, and with its relaxed game pace, accessible difficulty level, and spaces to explore, it's a very fitting experience for players of all ages and skill levels who want to explore the Disney world at their own pace.
  11. NintendoWorldReport
    May 9, 2022
    70
    I think this game is perfect for a hardcore Disney fan who wants an incredibly low-stakes game with very chill vibes where you hang out with your favorite Disney characters. Having this cool, cute Disney World has a strong appeal to it, and the final result is a polished game. I came out of this a little bored by the slow pace and limited gameplay, but in his review, Daan was more, ehrm, enchanted by the title on 3DS. Your mileage may vary.
  12. GameOver.gr
    Feb 14, 2022
    70
    It may not come with the best aspects game-wise, and the term “Enchanted” sounds like an overstatement for this edition, but none the less it delivers what it’s promising: a ticket to the magical world of Disney.
  13. Video Chums
    Dec 22, 2021
    70
    Although it may be difficult to wholeheartedly enjoy when you're all grown up, there's no denying that Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition will be a special game for any kid with a hearty sense of wonder, especially if they're a Disney fan.
  14. Nintendo Life
    Dec 6, 2021
    70
    Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition is a fine remaster of a 3DS game that many may have missed the first time around. For players both young and old who love the classic Disney characters, spending time in Castleton may well prove a joyous experience. Some aspects — chiefly the poor character creation tool and rather basic combat — could have done with a bit more TLC in this updated version, but if you’re after a decent life simulation game, this is a nice Disney-flavoured addition to an already-thriving genre.
  15. Worth Playing
    Jul 27, 2022
    65
    Like the original release on the 3DS, Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition is fit for younger players who can't quite grasp Animal Crossing: New Horizons and the hardcore Disney fan. The simple activities, brisk pace, and overall Disney vibe is a perfect fit. For everyone else, it has a good amount to do but nothing that captures your attention like Nintendo's game. If you're tired of being on your own deserted island, then Disney Magical World 2 will briefly scratch the life simulation itch, but you can skip this one if you're still paying off loans, are deep in the "Stalk Market," or knee-deep in designing houses for other animal visitors.
  16. Screen Rant
    Dec 6, 2021
    20
    Disney Magical World 2 is a great crossover idea that fundamentally understands the childlike wonder of visiting the Disney parks but likely needed a little more time to develop. There are elements of multiple game genres present in the various minigames around Castleton, from action RPG combat and roguelike dungeons to rhythm games, sports games, and farming sims, and, while that means there is likely something for everyone to enjoy, it does create a somewhat disjointed experience. Though Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition is clearly a game aimed at younger audiences, it could still have used more polish; after all, Animal Crossing, for example, is also for gamers of all ages, and it implements many of the same ideas with far more sophistication. For what it is, Disney Magical World 2 is a fine introduction to gaming for kids, but it could have been much more.

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7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. PMG-Writer
    Dec 19, 2021
    7
    "Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition has become a successful game for the Nintendo Switch. For young and old gamers who love classic"Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition has become a successful game for the Nintendo Switch. For young and old gamers who love classic Disney characters, you can always experience them in Castleton during the course of the game. While some elements are no longer good, on the whole you can spend a lot of time in the game.… Full Review »
  2. NindieSpotlight
    Dec 16, 2021
    6
    As someone who has taken my family to Disney World annually (sometimes more than once) for the past 16 years (in fact, we just returned thisAs someone who has taken my family to Disney World annually (sometimes more than once) for the past 16 years (in fact, we just returned this past weekend, love the holiday decorations) I absolutely have a love for the magic of Disney and its characters. That said, as much as I appreciate the obvious effort that has been put in here to try to bring many of its characters and essence to life there’s no missing that the gaming experience suffers greatly from “jack of all trades, master of none” syndrome. I have no doubt it is heavily geared towards a younger and more casual audience, and perhaps the sheen of Disney magic could help smooth over inconsistencies in the experience for that audience, but so many of the mini game activities you’ll be engaged in feel half-baked at best, especially when contrasted with activities in the likes of Animal Crossing. I’d also consider the opening “on rails” experience to be a bit on the long side without a tremendous amount of return benefit since the most fun elements in the game are typically centered around exploring the game world and discovering its many secrets and characters. For die hard Disney fans who aren’t as seasoned it will be easier to ignore the cracks in the facade, but for gamers who’ve been around this would more likely play as an experience to be endured to see everything more than whole-heartedly enjoyed.

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