Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Tactical
- Platforms: PlayStation 3
- Developers: Nippon Ichi Software
- Publishers: Nippon Ichi Software, NIS America
Disgaea D2: A Brighter Darkness – A Comprehensive Review
Introduction
Disgaea D2: A Brighter Darkness is a tactical role-playing game developed by Nippon Ichi Software and published by NIS America. It was released for the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita in 2013. The game is a sequel to 2003’s Disgaea: Hour of Darkness, and follows the story of Adell, a demon who seeks to overthrow the Overlord Zenon.
Gameplay
Disgaea D2’s gameplay is similar to other games in the Disgaea series. Players control a party of characters on a grid-based battlefield, and must use their unique abilities to defeat their opponents. The game features a wide variety of characters, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Players can also recruit monsters to fight alongside them, and can even fuse monsters together to create more powerful creatures.
One of the new features in Disgaea D2 is Monster Mounting. This allows characters to ride on top of monsters, which grants them new abilities and stat bonuses. Monster Mounting can be used to create some very powerful combinations, and it adds a new layer of strategy to the game.
Another new feature in Disgaea D2 is the Cheat Shop. This allows players to modify certain attributes of the game, such as the difficulty level, the experience gain rate, and the item drop rate. The Cheat Shop can be used to make the game easier or harder, depending on the player’s preferences.
Story
Disgaea D2’s story follows Adell, a demon who seeks to overthrow the Overlord Zenon. Adell is joined by a group of allies, including Rozalin, a human princess; Axel, a demon swordsman; and Sapphire, a fallen angel. Together, they must fight their way through Zenon’s forces and defeat him in order to bring peace to the Netherworld.
The story of Disgaea D2 is full of humor and heart. The characters are all well-developed and likeable, and the story is engaging and well-paced.
Graphics and Sound
Disgaea D2’s graphics are colorful and vibrant. The character designs are top-notch, and the backgrounds are detailed and atmospheric. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, with a mix of catchy tunes and dramatic orchestral pieces.
Overall
Disgaea D2: A Brighter Darkness is an excellent tactical role-playing game. The game features a deep and engaging story, a cast of memorable characters, and a wealth of strategic gameplay options. Whether you’re a fan of the Disgaea series or a newcomer to the genre, Disgaea D2 is sure to please.
Score: 9/10
Pros:
- Deep and engaging story
- Memorable characters
- Wealth of strategic gameplay options
- Great graphics and sound
Cons:
- Can be grindy at times
- Some of the humor may not be to everyone’s taste
Review Score
8.5/10
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