Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 - The Dead King's Secret

 Switch
Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. GamingTrend
    Nov 21, 2024
    95
    If you enjoy puzzle solving at a high level, Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 is the game to play. It takes everything you learned from the first game and amps up the fun with new creative ways to solve puzzles, new abilities to master, and a fun story that connects seamlessly with the first game. The second installment of the Dreadrock Trilogy is a must play for any puzzle-maniac.
  2. GLHF on Sports Illustrated
    Dec 6, 2024
    90
    None of those issues take away from the fact that Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 is an incredible game. It’s packed with gorgeous pixel art, charming character design, great audio design, and some of the best puzzles in gaming. It’s a fantastic sequel, a wonderful standalone game, and everything I could have asked for.
  3. Vooks
    Nov 20, 2024
    90
    Overall I highly recommend Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 for anyone who likes pixel games, mystery or puzzles! You’re in for a challenging yet fun time that you can pick up and put down without any worry.
  5. Destructoid
    Dec 5, 2024
    85
    Dungeons of Dreadrock 2: The Dead King’s Secret is a must-play for puzzle gamers. Challenges never feel the same, and they’ll have you thinking outside the box to try to solve them. The victorious feeling after completing puzzles can get addicting, and you may have a hard time putting it down, just as I did.
  6. Pure Nintendo
    Dec 2, 2024
    85
    It takes a bit to get into the puzzle-solving flow of Dungeons of Dreadlock 2: The Dead King’s Secret, but it offers an approachable level-based challenge once you do. Fans of the original should appreciate this second adventure, while newcomers will find themselves similarly hooked.
  7. GAMES.CH
    Nov 20, 2024
    84
    Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 doesn't change too much in terms of overall gameplay or presentation, but for the sequel to a game that could only really be criticized for being a tad short, that's not a bad thing. We thoroughly enjoyed our second trip through those tricky dungeons with all its new challenges and can easily recommend it for anybody interested in the puzzle genre.
  8. Video Chums
    Dec 26, 2024
    80
    I've never played anything quite like Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 - The Dead King's Secret before and its cleverness really makes it shine.
  9. Gameliner
    Dec 18, 2024
    80
    For fans of challenging puzzles, Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 is a great choice. The game features solid visuals, an engaging story, and a fitting soundtrack. Unfortunately, the enemy AI can be uncooperative, and the hints are sometimes too vague to be truly helpful.
  10. Multiplayer.it
    Nov 26, 2024
    80
    Quotation forthcoming.
  11. Nintendo Life
    Nov 21, 2024
    80
    Though it isn't much of an upgrade over its predecessor, Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 offers an enjoyable and simple puzzle gaming experience which cleverly links with the first game's story and feels well worthwhile. Satisfying gameplay variety and well-drawn, 32-bit-style graphics are the strong points here, though its relative simplicity and occasionally frustrating puzzle solutions are minor drawbacks. There’s lots to love here, though, especially if you’re a fan of the first game, and it feels like it fills a niche in the Switch library that few other puzzle games occupy.