N3II: Ninety-Nine Nights

 Xbox 360
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Jun 29, 2010
Metascore
45

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 43
  3. Negative: 26 out of 43
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  1. MondoXbox
    69
    A somewhat exciting and absorbing game mainly thanks to its frenetic action and huge combos. However it's only suited for fans of this genere.
  2. GamingXP
    67
    OK, Ninety Nine Nights II is not the most brilliant game everybody was waiting for. Except the nice staged sword fights with all the beautiful effects and colors there isn't much in this game. The story is too simple and cannot keep up the motivation.
  3. Extreme Gamer
    66
    Overall, and with all its flaws, N3II is still worth a look for anyone who is looking for an alternative fantasy based action game... and for all the hack n' slash fans, this one's easy... pick it up!
  5. ZTGD
    65
    Fans of the original will find some nice improvements, but also some sad omissions.
  6. Digital Chumps
    64
    Not enough power-ups, too many repetitive enemies, uneven skills scale and unfair boss battles really hurt this game severely.
  7. GamesRadar+
    60
    Three or four years ago, this game would have been brilliant. Unfortunately the unexciting combat, ho-hum level design, and unimpressive graphics make it a poor alternative to the more recent champions of the hack and slash genre.
  8. Game Informer
    60
    As good as that narrative may be, it's ultimately sandwiched between repetitive, mindless combat. [Sept 2010, p.93]
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  9. Official Xbox Magazine
    60
    The separate online co-op stages can be fun--both Maze and Survival help level up your characters--but the strange blandness of the overall proceedings keeps N3 II from appealing to anyone not mesmerized by constant slaughter. [Oct 2010, p.83]
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  10. Game Revolution
    58
    All in all, this game has many glaring flaws, but it does a great job at when comes to the main task of "maim and destroy".
  11. Cheat Code Central
    56
    Neither good nor terrible. If you're a big fan of hack-and-slashers you can probably bump this up a couple of notches, but other than the occasional element that may briefly stand out, N3II is pretty average.
  12. Planet Xbox 360
    52
    Everything in the game is sloppily executed; the plot, the visuals, the multiplayer, everything in the game feels broken in some form or another. Even if you enjoyed the first, I implore you to avoid N3II.
  13. Multiplayer.it
    Jan 7, 2011
    50
    Too many enemies, too few ideas. Bad checkpoints and boredome waste an otherwise good potential.
  14. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Dec 25, 2010
    50
    It's somewhat understandable that the sequel struggles to find new directions to take the game in, but failing to live up to the original? That's a real crime. [Issue#65, p.93]
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  15. GamePro
    50
    If you're looking for a mindless way to rack up Achievement Points, go ahead and rent Ninety-Nine Nights II, but be warned -- it's like watching the first 10 minutes of the Battle of Helm's Deep on repeat for 30 hours. After a while, you won't even care who's winning the fights, and only periodic bathroom breaks will break up the monotony.
  16. 1UP
    50
    Decidedly average and forgettable. While you can extract some fun from taking down large swaths of enemies with a friend, the repetitive combat can't sustain the 20-plus hour campaign.
  17. X-ONE Magazine UK
    50
    Somehow better with a second overpowered character by your side. [Issue#63, p.88]
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  18. MS Xbox World
    50
    The new visual flair and improved combat system can only hide the dreadfully tedious grind for so long. It is simple and repetitive and doesn't look or sound as nice as the best the Xbox 360 has to offer...

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User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 50 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 50
  3. Negative: 13 out of 50
  1. duckhost
    Jun 18, 2016
    10
    The cringe that Tak Fuji while presenting this game on the Konami E3 2010 is SO BAD that i had to check out this game, and I give it a 10/10The cringe that Tak Fuji while presenting this game on the Konami E3 2010 is SO BAD that i had to check out this game, and I give it a 10/10 because it have 1 MILLION TROOPS.… Full Review »
  2. Steyraus
    Mar 5, 2021
    9
    This game can be a real **** It seems straight foward, but really you have to figure out hiw to play it. You have to grind and you have toThis game can be a real **** It seems straight foward, but really you have to figure out hiw to play it. You have to grind and you have to learn the levels..Most will throw it aside and call it trash, i nearly did.. But some people, that like to find something that isnt generic will discover and ver y fun and addicting experiancr with 99N2.. Characters and story are great, chalange is good when you figure it out.. I am very glaf to have this game is my collection to zone out and just slay. The combat is very satisying, and they dont make rxperiances like tjis any more.. You know what a modern game will be like before you even put the disk in , cause they are all so similar… Full Review »
  3. acoolguy
    Jun 16, 2020
    10
    I don't quite understand the low scores. Even 10 years later, this is STILL the only game where you can battle armies of up to 1 millionI don't quite understand the low scores. Even 10 years later, this is STILL the only game where you can battle armies of up to 1 million troops. This is the definition of an extreme hack and slash title.… Full Review »
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