Nidhogg 2

Best sequel since jarhead 2. This game misses all the charm that the first game has to offer with poorly balanced and implemented weapons and a hideous art style.

when i want to physically abuse someone, but i only know them on the internet. I buy them a steam key for this game and i drag their ass through every level and brutalize them.

completly misses the point of the original

A touch of grotesque, ridiculous fun. Like a half-remembered dream of a schoolyard game.

I'm all for short and replayable games but this is too simple to warrant a replay.

very short game but fun especialy with friends

Strips away the fun combat of the original to cram in new pointless weapons that strip away the importance of playing well. the artstyle for the characters is also really rough. overall its a pointless sequel that fails to understand what made the original so enjoyable and suffers as a result

A very cool concept executed exceptionally well. Nidhogg 2 feels like a mash-up of the playground game *Red Rover* and the original *Mortal Kombat* trilogy (oh yes, i'm old enough to be familiar with both sets of experiences). The objective has the frantic tug-of-war energy of the former, while the latter is reflected in its fast-paced combat, chunky sprite work, and satisfyingly responsive controls. I mean both comparisons as high praise. My biggest criticism is that the solo campaign can be brutally difficult, and there's no way to save your progress. You're expected to finish an entire run in one sitting or start over from the beginning—a true arcade philosophy. Unfortunately, I don't have the time or skill to see a full run through, though making it halfway was challenging in the best kind of way. Despite that, I had a great time. The mechanics are simple to learn but surprisingly deep, and the controls are tight enough that every victory feels earned. If you enjoy strange, demanding games that reward perseverance, Nidhogg 2 is well worth your time.

It was okay, as a single player experience. I didn't play the first Nidhogg, but I hear this one lacks that same charm. I'd say avg review would be best.

pretty good but the music is so weird most of the levels are just completely flat