Project X Zone 2 Reviews

Project X Zone 2 is ranked in the 48th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8 / 10
Mar 29, 2016

As convoluted as it is, Project X Zone 2 presents a memorable experience that embraces the madness that it soon descends into. Some flaws persist from the first game, but those looking for more of the same can take comfort in that it readily delivers.

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82 / 100
Feb 2, 2017

Project X Zone 2 is a fun crossover game that takes itself very lightly and should appeal to anyone interested in turn based strategy games.

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5 / 5
Feb 17, 2016

Project X Zone 2 is a fantastic tactical RPG, and just as importantly, a phenomenal crossover game.

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Feb 19, 2016

Ultimately, Project X Zone 2 boils down to a healthy heaping of fan service for weebs, or anyone who's familiar with the franchises included. While the story can be slow and plodding, it also has some decent gags and a lot of self-awareness that helps drive each crossover encounter.

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9.2 / 10.0
Feb 20, 2016

If you missed out on Project X Zone the first time around, here is a great chance to jump straight in and to see why so many of us are having a blast. You can go back and play the first game if you like, but I feel confident in saying that it can be missed if you’d rather play the most recent release. At least one of your favourite gaming icons will play their part, so why not see what they are up to these days? This is a strategic experience that shouldn’t be missed.

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8 / 10.0
Feb 12, 2016

Like its predecessor, I got enveloped in Project X Zone 2 and kind of hate myself for it. But I enjoy the hell out of it, and if hearing Chris Redfield call Leon "Future Leon" with a straight face is wrong, I don't want to be right.

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7.5 / 10.0
Feb 16, 2016

Project X Zone 2 is an improvement over the original game in a lot of ways but still maintains some of its fundamental flaws. The core combat and game design have sped up the base gameplay, but  it still suffers from an overly slow pace that contributes to the game feeling long and bloated. Fans of the franchises will enjoy the fun crossover elements and engaging experience, but general SRPG fans may find the title too slow to hold their attention. There is a simple and satisfying appeal in seeing Phoenix Wright help Heihachi beat the living daylights out of Metal Face, and at the end of the day, that's what Project X Zone 2 is about.

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Feb 22, 2016

If you enjoyed the original title, then Project X Zone 2 should appeal because it does everything the first title did but better. If you are new to the series but a fan of some of the various franchises represented here, it is also worth a look.

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Az Elias
Top Critic
7 / 10
Mar 8, 2016

A delicious helping of fan service and cracking character diversity and interactions between one another is the reason to own Project X Zone 2. As anyone that has played the previous entry or Namco × Capcom will be fully aware, the appeal is in so many beloved characters, new and old, from up and down the industry coming together in an ultimate all-star SRPG, with references fans of the represented series will appreciate. The repetitious and overdrawn nature of PXZ has carried over here, and it rarely feels like much strategy is involved, but even with these issues and its naturally nonsensical plot, it would be remiss to overlook PXZ2; the very fact it exists is reason enough alone to pick this dream collaboration up, if not as a decent backup to the latest Fire Emblem entries.

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7 / 10.0
Mar 16, 2016

A fun romp if you recognise enough of the characters, with enough surprises to keep you guessing who will show up next. Fighting mechanic is simple and stays that way throughout, and hasn't changed since its predecessors on the PlayStation 2. Writing is focused on gags and references rather than staying true to original sources, but will entertain so long as you can endure a boob joke once in a while.

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7.9 / 10.0
Feb 26, 2016

Project X Zone 2's overall plot is pretty basic, but the focus is clearly meant to be on the numerous gaming characters, and their humorous banter with each other. The mixture of RPG combined with strategy and fighting in the combat gives the game a unique feel, even if the formula does get a bit repetitive at times.

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6 / 10.0
Jul 12, 2016

Wait until this game gets a price drop or rent it somewhere. These cameos don't carry well.

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7 / 10.0
Mar 24, 2016

Project X Zone 2 features a large cast of likeable characters and some great visuals and animation, but is hindered slightly by its repetitive gameplay and weak story.

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4 / 5.0
Feb 12, 2016

Project X Zone 2 is a funny, charming and amusing title.

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8.5 / 10.0
Feb 25, 2016

My minor gripe about cutscenes aside, PXZ 2 is a game that combines disparate characters and game licenses tremendously well. From the opening moments it balances being both ridiculous and entertaining with a story that packs in more time travelling than perhaps any story in history. Gameplay is excellent, mashing together tactical RPGs with a combo system that I couldn't get enough of. While I missed the original Project X Zone, this sequel has more than grabbed my attention. I certainly won't be missing a potential third instalment.

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7.5 / 10.0
Feb 12, 2016

As a sequel, it's okay, offering the same basic game as its predecessor, but with enough fresh ideas that it feels new.

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6 / 10
Mar 7, 2016

Project X Zone 2 is exceptional at managing to successfully bring all these characters together.

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games™ Team
Top Critic
7 / 10
Apr 15, 2016

No masterpiece, but captivating

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RPG Site
Top Critic
8 / 10
Feb 22, 2016

A fantastic sequel that significantly improves upon the flaws of the first game.

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Feb 12, 2016

Even with the mediocre localization effort, it's hard not to appreciate the huge story and fun gameplay in Project X-Zone 2. Regardless of if you've played the original or not, it's a game that can and will steal hours of your time. For those looking for their next big adventure, especially with no new Pokémon or Yo-Kai currently available, Project X Zone 2 comes along at the perfect time.

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