Fairy Tail 2

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Release Date: December 12, 2024

A jRPG with a third-person camera, based on the popular manga series. Fairy Tail 2 continues the story of the 2020 game. It also introduces a bunch of new features - one of the biggest novelties is replacing turn-based battles with a real-time combat system.

6.8

OpenCritic

6.2

Steam

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Fairy Tail 2 is the second installment of a jRPG series launched in 2020, based on the manga of the same title. The game is the result of a collaboration between Gust studio, which created its predecessor, and Koei Tecmo company, which oversees the brand.

Plot

Fairy Tail 2 once again takes us to the fantasy universe created for the original manga. The main characters of the game are Natsu and Lucy, of the titular magicians' guild. They must go against Emperor Spriggan from the Alvarez Empire, deal with his elite "Spriggan 12" team, and also face the world destroyer known as the Black Dragon, Acnologia.

In addition to presenting us with the climax of the original manga, the game allows us to explore a completely new story, titled "Key to the Unknown". Moreover, characters have dedicated quests, which allows us to get to know them better.

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Gameplay

In Fairy Tail 2 we watch the action from a third-person perspective (TPP). During the game we explore a vast open-structured fantasy world, get to know its inhabitants, and carry out missions that push the plot forward, along with side quests. On the way, we recruit new team who provide us with indispensable , and we also develop characters, so that over time we can face increasingly bigger challenges.

Fights against opponents play an important role here, since combat has undergone a complete overhaul. Unlike the first Fairy Tail, battles are not turn-based and instead they are in real time. During the clashes we load a special indicator, the filling of which gives us access to powerful spells. Some characters can also activate the "Mode Change" function. Its skillful use can change the fate of many skirmishes.

Graphics

The graphics in Fairy Tail 2 are kept in a manga style.

Platforms:

PC Windows December 12, 2024

PlayStation 4 December 13, 2024

Nintendo Switch December 13, 2024

PlayStation 5 December 13, 2024

Developer: Gust

Publisher: Koei Tecmo

Age restrictions: 12+

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Game Series

2GAMES

Fairy Tail Game Series

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Fairy Tail 2 Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
(720p, 30 fps) Intel Core i5-7400 / AMD Ryzen 3 3200G, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon RX 570, 25 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.

Recommanded System Requirements:
(1080p, 60 fps) Intel Core i7-7800 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce GTX 1660 / 8 GB Radeon RX 5600 XT, 25 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Fairy Tail 2 Video Game.

6.8

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 37% of Critics. There are 52 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Game Rant: 6 / 10 by Matt Karoglou

Gust and Koei Tecmo's Fairy Tail 2 does a great job of enveloping players in the story of the anime, even if its mechanics leave a bit to be desired.

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GameGrin: 7.5 / 10 by Mike Crewe

A definite recommendation for Fairy Tail fans, Fairy Tail 2 has its issues, mainly with pacing, but the overall package is an enjoyable journey with a beloved cast of characters.

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RPGamer: 2.5 / 5 by Ezra Kinnell

While the gameplay systems are solid, they aren’t enough of a positive to overcome that fans would likely receive a more complete narrative elsewhere. Add to that the game’s technical issues, and Fairy Tail 2 ends up being hard to recommend.

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62%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (120)

STEAM

Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Character Interactions and Story: Many s appreciated the character interactions and the additional canon content, noting that the story is enjoyable for fans of the series.
Visuals and Art Style: The graphics received some praise for being a step up from the previous game, with beautiful illustrations and character designs.
Combat System: Some players found the new combat system engaging, despite it being different from the turn-based style of the first game. A few s enjoyed the action-oriented gameplay and the ability to swap characters easily during battles.
Performance on Steam Deck: Several reviews mentioned that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, indicating that it performs well on that platform.

The main cons of the game

Combat System Downgrade: Many s expressed disappointment with the new combat system, describing it as less strategic and more of a "button masher" compared to the original's turn-based mechanics.
Performance Issues: Numerous s reported crashes, lag, and black screens during cutscenes, making the game unplayable for some.
Rushed Story and Content: The story was criticized for being rushed, with significant plot points omitted or poorly adapted from the manga. s felt that the game lacked depth and exploration compared to the first installment.
Limited Playable Characters: Players noted a reduced roster of playable characters, which diminished the strategic options available in battles.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

Turn-Based Combat Mechanics: Many players missed the strategic depth of the original game's turn-based system, feeling that the new active time battle system was overly simplistic.
Diverse Content and Side Quests: s lamented the lack of side quests, character development opportunities, and overall world-building, stating that the game felt empty and less engaging.
Character Models and Animations: Some reviews pointed out that character models felt reused or lacked updates, and animations during battles appeared janky.
Questing and Exploration: Players missed features like quest boards and the ability to replay boss fights, which were present in the first game.

Summary

Overall, while there are positive aspects to FAIRY TAIL 2, particularly for fans of the series, the game has faced significant criticism regarding its gameplay mechanics, performance, and narrative execution compared to its predecessor.

Summary generated on: January 6, 2025

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