Dungeon Siege II
Release Date: August 16, 2005
RPG, fantasy, hack'and'slash, isometric view, co-op, action RPG, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
Steam
As the name suggests, this is the second part of the action game with elements of cRPG entitled Dungeon Siege, which in 2002, i.e. the moment of its premiere, delighted fans of titles set in the realities of fantasy worlds with its excellent audiovisual setting and the quality of workmanship and attractiveness of the adventure told.
* Elite Battle Party - Players must choose battle comrades carefully to build a party of up to six members. Parties can be honed over time using an all-new character development system filled with new skills and specialties.
* Hero Powers - As the stakes have increased, so have the party's abilities. Each class now has access to unique Heroic Powers that are capable of turning the tide of battle, but they require wisdom and strategic timing to use properly.
* Powerful and Unusual Allies - The packmule was only the beginning. Players can now choose from a number of exotic creatures with special abilities that adventure and grow alongside players.
* More Dangerous Enemies - Players will face-off against opponents whose power and tactical prowess will rival their own. The enemies in Dungeon Siege II will have all-new powers and abilities. As a result of the new Coach AI technology introduced in Dungeon Siege II, enemies are full of surprises.
* Interactive World - The world of Dungeon Siege II is brimming with activity. From pitched battles raging around players as they adventure through the world, to special environments that players can turn to their tactical advantage in the heat of battle - players will do well to pay heed to the world around them.
* Jaw-dropping Special Effects - The new SFX engine in Dungeon Siege II takes visual special effects to the next level for everything from the environmental atmosphere to dazzling spell effects, creating an engrossing and immersive gaming experience.
* Cinematic Storytelling - Dungeon Siege II introduces a new Flick authoring system providing a new level of in-engine cinematic storytelling that keeps players in the game world instead of pulling them away from it. New story-driven quests provide a deeper adventure that evolves with players as they complete quests and missions.
Last updated on August 14, 2015
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The main pros of the game
- Engaging Storyline: Users appreciate the good adventure story with a gripping start, enhanced by exciting cutscenes.
- Atmospheric Music: The soundtrack, particularly by Jeremy Soule, is noted for its beauty and atmosphere.
- Expanded World: The game explores new areas, expanding the world beyond the original game.
- Loot System: Regular loot drops from enemies encourage players to upgrade their equipment.
- Character Development: The inclusion of a talent tree and various skills adds depth to character progression, moving away from mindless attacks.
- Automatic Targeting: Characters automatically attack and seek targets, providing a summoner-like gameplay experience.
- Voiced NPCs: The game features voiced characters, adding to the immersive experience.
The main cons of the game
- Technical Issues: Many users report problems with starting the game, including crashes and mouse cursor issues, making it unplayable for some.
- Pathfinding Problems: There are significant issues with AI pathfinding, leading to characters not moving correctly or getting stuck.
- Multiplayer Issues: Users mention problems with synchronization in multiplayer mode and issues with deleted saves.
- Limited Skills: While there are new talents and skills, some players feel they are still fewer compared to other RPGs of the same era.
- Game Length and World Size: Some users feel that the game is shorter and has a smaller world compared to its predecessor, though this is also seen as a positive by others for maintaining variety.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Expansion Availability: The "Broken World" expansion is not available on Steam, which disappoints some players.
- Depth of Skills: Users desire more talents and skills to enhance character customization and gameplay variety.
- Adventure Preparation: The ease of teleportation to and from cities diminishes the sense of preparation for adventures, which some players miss.
Summary
- Overall, while Dungeon Siege II is recognized as a worthy successor to the original, it does have its share of technical issues and gameplay balancing problems that detract from the experience for some players.
Summary generated on:
GAMERS Score
Average score from 2789 votes. 103 players anticipated the game.
Dungeon Siege II Summary
Game Series: Dungeon Siege
Platforms:
PC Windows
Developer: Gas Powered Games
Publisher: Xbox Game Studios / Microsoft Studios
Dungeon Siege II System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Pentium III 1 GHz, 256 MB RAM, graphic card 32 MB (GeForce 2 or better), 4 GB HDD, Windows XP
Game Expansions for Dungeon Siege II
Dungeon Siege II: Broken World
Expansion
RPG
August 1, 2006
Extension to successful action-RPG Dungeon Siege II. The authors prepared a completely new fictional campaign and introduced two additional character classes - a dwarf specializing in hand-to-hand combat and an elven killer. They also underwent significant changes in the character development system, making it more flexible.