Nights of Azure 2: Bride of the New Moon

 Switch
Metascore
66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. NintendoWorldReport
    Oct 26, 2017
    80
    I will recommend that you play this on your TV, because any text is hard to read on the Switch screen. I also suggest using the Pro controller if you can, because using the Joy-cons, even in the Grip, isn't great for this kind of game. Despite those warnings, Nights of Azure 2 is a pretty easy pick-up-and-play game given the timed mission structure. It’s not perfect, but I’m having a good time with it. I encourage you to save often, though, because the game crashed on me three times and resulted in lost progress. Annoying, but at least it’s not hard-locking the system.
  2. Cubed3
    Jan 29, 2018
    70
    An iffy camera system and questionable design decisions only slightly mar what is otherwise an enjoyable battle system and notably engaging narrative in Nights of Azure 2: Bride of the New Moon for Nintendo Switch. Veterans of the first game will find a snug fit, with new players quickly welcomed in.
  3. Nintendo Life
    Nov 14, 2017
    70
    A fast-paced hack-and-slash with fun, combo-heavy combat and an anime-after-dark aesthetic, Nights of Azure 2 is a great time. Strong characters, endearing interactions, and an interesting plot kept us excited to play more throughout, even if the repetitive missions and environments make for an experience best enjoyed in smaller chunks. There are some noticeable performance issues in handheld mode, and a few interface woes reflect a lack of overall polish, but if you’re looking for an enjoyable action romp with plenty of blood-sucking style, this is an excellent choice.
  5. IGN Spain
    Oct 24, 2017
    70
    This Musou is not among the best that have been tested, with somewhat small and mechanical maps that would have benefited from a little more attention.
  6. Meristation
    Nov 7, 2017
    65
    Nights of Azure 2 is probably better than the original in narrative and design terms, but lacks some aspects such us controls, camera and combat in general. We expected more emphasis on making a good combo system; however it is very simple overall.
  7. God is a Geek
    Oct 25, 2017
    55
    Nights of Azure 2 on Nintendo Switch is a lazy port with loads of visual and performance issues and a downgrade compared to the first one in every aspect.
  8. Switch Player
    Nov 29, 2017
    50
    Existing fans of the Hack & Slash genre may find some enjoyment in Nights of Azure 2, but what awaits for newcomers is a by the numbers hack and slash game that does nothing to make itself unique.
  9. RPGamer
    Nov 14, 2017
    50
    Nights of Azure 2 seems to follow a pattern with Gust in the past couple of years following its takeover from Koei Tecmo. Though the developer's output has certainly increased, it appears to have come at a cost. This is just the latest in a line of easily forgettable titles that bring some interesting ideas but have not been given enough to use them effectively.

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 30 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 30
  3. Negative: 7 out of 30
  1. Vannikun
    Oct 24, 2017
    8
    Nights of Azure 2 has a nice storyline that hooked me in during the first hour of playing. It's as if i'm watching an anime instead of playingNights of Azure 2 has a nice storyline that hooked me in during the first hour of playing. It's as if i'm watching an anime instead of playing it at times. I recommend this if you like anime, Jrpgs, hack n slash games, a good story/good music, and ofcourse yuri (let's be real here lol). Don't pay attention to the very critical reviews from the Critic Reviewers, this is a game you need to give a try if you are interested in musou games like this. The game isn't mind blowing by any means, but it's good enough to playthrough and collect everything. As far as framerate goes, it does become noticeably low during handheld mode, but in docked tv mode it looks and runs better, keep that in mind. (You'll want to play this docked all the time if you don't like the fps/resolution) Overall, this game deserves an 8, because for me, single player campaigns needs a good story to stand up, and to me Nights of Azure 2 executed it nicely.… Full Review »
  2. snakekill321
    Oct 24, 2017
    9
    This game will probably be the first obscure JRPG in a long line of many on the Switch. How does it live up? decent. Not mind blowing but itThis game will probably be the first obscure JRPG in a long line of many on the Switch. How does it live up? decent. Not mind blowing but it is a glorious game worth the money. The story is a little cut and dry, but It is still charming and cute, the voice acting is done well, and the music is really beautiful. Much like the First one, the mechanics are all the same, hack and slash combo into waves of weaker enemies. Similiar to Mosou style games. Docked it plays super smooth, the HD rendering looks wonderful, undocked I noticed it is a little slower but nothing super noteworthy, and you only notice it if youve been playing docked for a while. I am not a fan of the baby faced models and the Environments, while pretty, look pretty cheap.

    Over all, Id say the biggest problem this game faces, is that it comes out 3 days before the most anticipated game on the Switch comes out, and so people are going to more than likely spend their money on Mario Odyssey . But for those of you looking for a fun cliche and quirky JRPG this one is definitely going to be for you.    … Full Review »
  3. Bardor
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    Nights of Azure 2 is a very interesting game based on the like first 2 hours of gameplay. I like the battle system too. I don't see why thereNights of Azure 2 is a very interesting game based on the like first 2 hours of gameplay. I like the battle system too. I don't see why there are so many critical reviews of this game as so far i have seen none of those problems.… Full Review »
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