Overlord II

 Xbox 360
User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 62 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 62
  3. Negative: 6 out of 62
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  1. Rox22
    Jan 31, 2013
    7
    Nowhere near as good or fresh as the original. In fact it follows pretty much the exact gameplay mechanic. There have been quite a few improvements from the original and they are noticeable, but the game really just feels like you're more or less doing the same thing as before and introducing very little new to the fray, unlike the original that add a whole lot. But I will say that it doesNowhere near as good or fresh as the original. In fact it follows pretty much the exact gameplay mechanic. There have been quite a few improvements from the original and they are noticeable, but the game really just feels like you're more or less doing the same thing as before and introducing very little new to the fray, unlike the original that add a whole lot. But I will say that it does try, perhaps a bit too hard. It almost feels like the developers were too scared to do something new and just add tweaks and superficial improvements to try to disguise who little they actually changed. The story itself is also a bit weak, and you feel very little connection with most of the character (aside from your minions of course.) Overall: A poor follow up to an excellent game, but that aside it still is allot of fun and is still worth playing, just don't have any high expectations.… Expand
  2. CarsonRGB
    Oct 8, 2011
    5
    Story: 4
    Characters: 6
    Graphics: 6
    Setting: 7
    Multiplayer: N/A
    Technical: 6
    Audio: 6
    Gameplay: 5
    Re-Playability Value: 4
    Fun Factor: 5

    Score: 5.4/10 = D
  3. KhristianRainford
    Jul 8, 2009
    8
    For me, I've always liked Overlord. Sadly when the first game came out 2 years ago, it got overshadowed and deserved much more recognition. For those who've never played Overlord or a demo of it, think Dungeon Keeper 2 and Fable for the choices and especially the style mixed with the attitude of Gremlins and the puzzle solving side of Pikmin. Overlord is a refreshing changeFor me, I've always liked Overlord. Sadly when the first game came out 2 years ago, it got overshadowed and deserved much more recognition. For those who've never played Overlord or a demo of it, think Dungeon Keeper 2 and Fable for the choices and especially the style mixed with the attitude of Gremlins and the puzzle solving side of Pikmin. Overlord is a refreshing change from all the samey titles on the market. Its nice to get a game which you can relax to and most of all its fun. Running around sending your minions to do as you please, whether you want to trash a village, loot some gold or even get them drunk. In the sequel, after the events of the first game you play a mini-Overlord to begin with, basically this is a clever way to teach the user the controls and then the first level cuts in where you play a taller darker brooding overlord, looking to be as successful as the one from the first game.

    The graphics although nice on the first one look richer on this. It really makes use of the 360 not to mention the moreso intericate details, such as when you start upgrading your tower and some of the minions have wigs or fans. Also the minions can have spells not to mention you can take one of them over and use them in your own way. What was good on the first game has been made even better on this. Also the Discworld-esque humour is still there, especially some of the dry, typically English comments.

    Personally I think its the best underated game on the 360 and it deserves a lot more praise. Its a refreshing change, total fun, the humours good and its..in all its just a fun game. The addition of a two player co-op and versus modes adds to the replay value to.
    It deserves way more than the 6s and 7s its getting, I can't help but wonder whether some people have played it all the way through There seems to be a snobbery about certain genres, or to the extent if a games not serious it can't be good.
    Try the demo, you'll get addicted.

    Overall : 85%    … Expand
  4. JustinMiller
    Jul 7, 2009
    5
    This game just barely doesn't epically fail, and really the only thing that keeps it that way is the minion humor. Horrible sweep/camera control setup, pathetic "save system" (limited to autosaves unless you are in your Netherworld Tower looking at the map), several bugs/glitches, etc. Too small a world to play in (you'll be seeing the same areas over and over for the most part)This game just barely doesn't epically fail, and really the only thing that keeps it that way is the minion humor. Horrible sweep/camera control setup, pathetic "save system" (limited to autosaves unless you are in your Netherworld Tower looking at the map), several bugs/glitches, etc. Too small a world to play in (you'll be seeing the same areas over and over for the most part) Draw distance is pathetic (GTA3 did better). Seems very rushed.
    Sadly, the demo was more entertaining/fun.    … Expand
  5. Tecco
    Jul 3, 2013
    7
    While not as satisfying as the original overlord, still a very enjoyable game, great humor and a fun story, pc controls could be better.
    There is abit of customization and building up your keep to give extra flavor, but the true joy is in the minions and their comments, and their wacky choice og gear and weapons.
  6. Mr-X
    Apr 13, 2014
    1
    The game is fun for about an hour or two, then transforms into an unplayable **** of a game. I wasted $30 on a game I can't even play 25% of the way through. If I had a time machine (not rented from Mario, mind you), I would travel back to when I saw the game, **** slap myself across the face and say, "you little retarded human. Do not touch this game."
    This game truly is evil. Bad to the    The game is fun for about an hour or two, then transforms into an unplayable **** of a game. I wasted $30 on a game I can't even play 25% of the way through. If I had a time machine (not rented from Mario, mind you), I would travel back to when I saw the game, **** slap myself across the face and say, "you little retarded human. Do not touch this game."
    This game truly is evil. Bad to the bone. Stealing candy from babies. It's BAD.    … Expand
  7. ultimate_life_f
    Feb 2, 2020
    7
    A rare game, especially nowadays when it comes to its style, a game about being an evil guy that doesnt take itself to serious is always fun to see, it has fun and unique gameplay but not perfect, it gets to be a bit clunky at times and the lack of a dodge/block button really limits the overlord arsenal, however the main point of the gameplay is to order your minions around, and even thatA rare game, especially nowadays when it comes to its style, a game about being an evil guy that doesnt take itself to serious is always fun to see, it has fun and unique gameplay but not perfect, it gets to be a bit clunky at times and the lack of a dodge/block button really limits the overlord arsenal, however the main point of the gameplay is to order your minions around, and even that isnt as perfect as 1 would want, competent but a bit frustrating when push comes to shove.

    Overall: The game has a lot of charm and funny moments, decent soundtrack, few fun sidequests, a decently sized world to conquer and a bit clunky but fun gameplay    … Expand
  8. Faisalshahri
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    من أفضل الألعاب التي لعبتها

    على الرغم من أن الرسومات جميلة في أول واحد تبدو أكثر ثراءً في هذا الأمر. إنه حقًا يستخدم 360 ناهيك عن التفاصيل الأكثر شيوعًا ، مثل عندما تبدأ في ترقية برجك وبعض التوابع لديهم شعر مستعار أو مراوح. يمكن أيضًا أن يكون لدى التوابع تعاويذ ناهيك عن أنه يمكنك الاستيلاء على أحدهم واستخدامه بطريقتك الخاصة. ما كان جيدًا في المباراة الأولى أصبح أفضل في هذا الأمر. كما أن    من أفضل الألعاب التي لعبتها

    على الرغم من أن الرسومات جميلة في أول واحد تبدو أكثر ثراءً في هذا الأمر. إنه حقًا يستخدم 360 ناهيك عن التفاصيل الأكثر شيوعًا ، مثل عندما تبدأ في ترقية برجك وبعض التوابع لديهم شعر مستعار أو مراوح. يمكن أيضًا أن يكون لدى التوابع تعاويذ ناهيك عن أنه يمكنك الاستيلاء على أحدهم واستخدامه بطريقتك الخاصة. ما كان جيدًا في المباراة الأولى أصبح أفضل في هذا الأمر. كما أن فكاهة Discworld-esque لا تزال موجودة ، وخاصة بعض التعليقات الجافة والإنجليزية النموذجية.    … Expand
  9. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    6
    Concept is more interesting than the execution. Controls can be finicky especially when factoring in camera control. Gameplay can be fun but is often one note. Hit or miss levels. Forgettable music. But level design is really good, minions have so much character, and the gameplay is overall decently fun.

Awards & Rankings

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#77 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2009
99
#99 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2009
98
#98 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2009

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 60 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 60
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 60
  3. Negative: 0 out of 60
  1. Eurogamer
    80
    Overlord II feels like a shining beacon of quality. Not only is it a distinct improvement on the original, but the new features add greatly to what was already a superbly entertaining game. It manages to strike an excellent balance between being challenging and rewarding, and does so throughout with a wicked smile on its face.
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  2. 1UP
    91
    Overlord 2 offers a lot of options for customization, be it in the form of minion upgrades, spell specializations, and purely aesthetic options like how to decorate your fortress and which of your mistresses you choose to favor.
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  3. TeamXbox
    82
    It’s very Diablo-like in its playability, in that it often throws a lot of opposition at you, but with a full complement of minions and a powerful weapon, you’ll usually cut through them nicely.
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