Romancing SaGa 2 Reviews

Romancing SaGa 2 is ranked in the 44th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
7 / 10.0
Dec 13, 2021

It’s a bit of a shame that the improved graphics don’t really dance along with the audio. But Romancing Saga 2 being available to be played by the modern fans of RPG is always a good thing, and also a history lesson for some, which may be an eye opener to show how the 90s RPGs were played like.

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8.8 / 10.0
Nov 18, 2019

In many ways Romancing SaGa 3 shows its age, but it remains one of the most fascinating JRPGs of the 1990s. This new edition allows us to rediscover it in the best way.

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6 / 10
Nov 17, 2019

Far less linear than most of the JRPG at the time, Romancing SaGa 3 might be confusing at first but it's for the benefit of a large leeway for the player. Already pretty in 1995, the graphics of the game are polished in this remaster. It remains feeble though, as it doesn't provide any intersting new features.

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8.5 / 10.0
Feb 22, 2018

Overall Romancing SaGa 2 was a great experience on the Switch. The console is a nice home for this retro gem and a lot of people are going to enjoy playing it for the first time. I highly recommend checking it out if you're a fan of this genre.

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Feb 8, 2018

Romancing SaGa 2 can be a really fun 16-Bit-RPG - at least if you already played previous similar titles from that period. The typical SNES-charm, with regards to gameplay as well as technically, will fascinate fans while beginners will have a tough start to get into the game.

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Feb 8, 2018
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David Lovato
Top Critic
5 / 10
Feb 4, 2018

The downsides aren't enough to outright ruin the experience, and instead make this a bad port of a wonderful adventure.

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8 / 10
Feb 1, 2018

Romancing SaGa 2 is a remarkable experience that, even after such a long time, still has creative ideas that make the experience feel all the more meaningful. It still shows its age in places, not least for the fact that many of the gameplay mechanics that whir beneath its pixel art exterior are never explained to the player. But, those looking for a classic packed with challenge will find much to enjoy.

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90 / 100
Jan 23, 2018

Romancing SaGa 2 is a wonderful little game, hidden away from American audiences and after putting some time in the game, it is easy to see why it is beloved by its long time backers. It is as simple as things come, gameplay wise, but the story is complex beyond what could be expected for that gaming era, with twists and turns based on your choices and interactions. The remastering is not always perfect, but it mixes the old and new together well.

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Alana Hagues
Top Critic
75%
Jan 22, 2018

A welcome rerelease for this 1993 relic, Romancing SaGa 2 is endearing, interesting and difficult for better or worse.

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5 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2018

Romancing Saga 2 is an odd entity that has some really interesting and unique features but it’s so basic when it comes to the story, look and controls that it’s more like an RPG lite and feels very mobile freemium type game. Of course, I can’t compare this with the original having not played it but as far as this mobile port version goes I can’t recommend it at its current price point.

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Drew Leachman
Top Critic
7 / 10.0
Jan 16, 2018

All in all, Romancing SaGa 2 is a decent RPG with some very interesting mechanics that were revolutionary for its time.

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7 / 10.0
Jan 16, 2018

Romancing SaGa 2 makes its debut in EU after the '93 release with new HD graphics, but the port is the same we saw on mobile devices.

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7 / 10
Jan 15, 2018

Romancing SaGa 2 is really intriguing new JRPG. The combat system has a great sense of depth thanks to its distinctive take on levelling, the inclusion of formations and how the player is held accountable for each party member. The kingdom management aspects also provide a greater sense of player agency and helps set it apart from conventional role-playing games. Due to this design, the story and character development – including the dialogue throughout – aren't quite as refined as other Square Enix titles. Regardless, the entire concept has aged surprisingly well – even by modern standards.

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Cubed3
Top Critic
8 / 10
Jan 14, 2018

Every aspect of this game blends into one another quite nicely, creating an experience that any fan of the classic era is sure to appreciate.

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7 / 10.0
Jan 14, 2018

Romancing Saga 2 is finally available in the English language. Game is demanding, often merciless and completely unbalanced. People who love old games will fall in love with it.

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Jan 10, 2018

I was having a brilliant time with Romancing SaGa 2 before the glaring issues of the battle system came to light. Its non-linearity was ground breaking at the time and as a result, it certainly stands up even today. Even the soundtrack was hugely enjoyable. But those battle mechanics have ruined this game for me.

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7.5 / 10.0
Jan 10, 2018

So if you are looking for a challenging JRPG, with plenty of replay value and an overall fantastic story, picking up this epic game you probably missed is a wise investment. Just be prepared for a death count to rival your Dark Souls score.

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3.8 / 10.0
Jan 9, 2018

No one ask for Romancing Saga 2, but Square Enix brings it to life instead another more demanded games. The controls, the price and a straight Smartphone port makes us not recommend it

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6 / 10
Jan 7, 2018

In its systems and its storytelling, Romancing SaGa 2 is still a unique RPG -- one that genre enthusiasts may want to experience for its unorthodox methods alone. For all of its strange intricacies, though, this is a flawed fantasy adventure, hindered by potentially significant balancing issues and a horrible looking user interface. As a curiosity, Romancing SaGa 2 is worth looking into, but a lot more could have been done to bring the overall package up to speed.

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