Swords & Soldiers II

Release Date: May 21, 2015

Strategy, RTS, 2D, for 2 players, indie games, side-scroll, splitscreen, Nintendo exclusive, multiplayer, singleplayer

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Swords & Soldiers II is the second game in the unusual strategy game series developed by Ronimo Games. Once again, the plot focuses on Redbeard and his gang of Vikings who venture on a dangerous journey. What makes Swords & Soldiers II stand out among other similar games are the mechanics. Gameplay mixes the elements from RTS', side-scrolling arcades, and tower defense games.

Continuation of an unusual strategy game, produced by an independent Dutch studio Ronimo Games - known especially from the popular game MOBA Awesomenauts. The first part of the game was released in 2009 on the Wii console, and a year later it was converted to PC and PlayStation 3. Sequel became an exclusive title for owners of the new generation of the Nintendo console.

The originality of Swords & Soldiers lies in the clever combination of classic side-scroll arcade with elements of RTS strategy and tower defence. The final effect is reminiscent of the early versions of the Worms series and is made with the right sense of humour. The game consists in a competition between two opponents, whose fortresses are located on the opposite edges of the board. Its aim is to conquer the enemy's castle before the same art succeeds. In order to do this, we need to develop our base and create more units, while taking care of the raw materials needed to expand. In combat we use both strong and weak points of each side, as well as spells and special abilities developed during the game.

In the second part of the game we will meet again known from the prototype of Rudobrod and his gang of vigorous Vikings. Together with them we will set off on our next adventure, which will result in new friendships as well as new and joked enemies. Contrary to the first part, which the authors of the game compared to the "party at the barbecue". - This time we are facing a much more serious task of saving the world.

Of course, Swords & Soldiers II brings much improved graphics, especially when compared to the original version from the Wii console. The whole project was realized in a characteristic, incredibly colourful, comic style. There was also an original sense of humour of the authors, also visible in the storyline and sound layers. In the game there is of course a single player mode, although the essence of the game remains the rivalry of two live opponents on a split screen.

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Last updated on August 14, 2015

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7.4

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Game is Recomended by 60% of Critics. There are 17 Critic Reviews.

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Examiner: 4 / 5 by Patrick Hickey Jr.

Thanks to a hearty stew of old-school gameplay mechanics and a funny story, "Swords and Soldiers II,"is a worthy addition to the series and a solid RTS for any hungry for something different on the Wii U.

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GameSpot: 7 / 10 by Britton Peele

It's light on features, but Swords and Soldiers II is successful at boiling an RTS down to its entertaining essentials.

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Nintendo Enthusiast: 8.5 / 10 by Jonathan Harrington

Swords and Soldier II is a fantastic experience. It is filled with terrific gameplay, beautiful visuals, great music and sound, and laugh out loud moments. The lack of online is disappointing, and there are a few frustrating levels, but all things considered this is a must have for any Wii U owner with an interest in quality experiences – indie or otherwise. It is not a game everyone will love, but if you have even a passing interest in the genre, you owe it to yourself to give this game a second look.

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