Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
- Developers: Monolith Soft
- Publishers: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Project X Zone 2: A Monumental Mashup of Gaming Icons
Introduction
Project X Zone 2 is a 2015 strategy role-playing game developed by MONOLITH SOFTWARE INC. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. It is the sequel to the 2012 game Project X Zone, and features a crossover cast of characters from various Capcom, Sega, Bandai Namco, and Nintendo franchises.
Gameplay
Project X Zone 2 is a turn-based strategy RPG in which players control a team of three characters. The game’s combat system is unique in that it allows players to combine the abilities of their characters to create powerful attacks. This system, known as the “Cross Active Battle System,” adds a layer of depth and strategy to the gameplay.
In addition to the main story mode, Project X Zone 2 also features a number of side quests and challenges. Players can also unlock new characters and items by completing certain objectives.
Characters
Project X Zone 2 features a roster of over 50 playable characters from a variety of franchises, including:
- Capcom: Ryu (Street Fighter), Ken (Street Fighter), Chun-Li (Street Fighter), Morrigan Aensland (Darkstalkers), Dante (Devil May Cry), Nero (Devil May Cry), X (Mega Man), Zero (Mega Man), Strider Hiryu (Strider), Chris Redfield (Resident Evil), Jill Valentine (Resident Evil), Leon S. Kennedy (Resident Evil), Claire Redfield (Resident Evil)
- Sega: Akira Yuki (Virtua Fighter), Pai Chan (Virtua Fighter), Kiryu Kazuma (Yakuza), Goro Majima (Yakuza), Beat (Jet Set Radio), Gum (Jet Set Radio), Axel Stone (Streets of Rage), Blaze Fielding (Streets of Rage), Sonic the Hedgehog (Sonic the Hedgehog), Tails (Sonic the Hedgehog), Knuckles the Echidna (Sonic the Hedgehog)
- Bandai Namco: KOS-MOS (Xenosaga), Fei Fong Wong (Xenogears), Alisa Bosconovitch (Tekken), Lars Alexandersson (Tekken), Jin Kazama (Tekken), Xiaoyu Ling (Tekken), Lloyd Irving (Tales of Symphonia), Milla Maxwell (Tales of Xillia), Velvet Crowe (Tales of Berseria), Elize Lutus (Tales of Zestiria), Jude Mathis (Tales of Xillia)
- Nintendo: Chrom (Fire Emblem Awakening), Lucina (Fire Emblem Awakening), Marth (Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light), Ike (Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance), Roy (Fire Emblem: The Binding Blade), Corrin (Fire Emblem Fates), Ryoma (Fire Emblem Fates), Xander (Fire Emblem Fates), Celica (Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia), Alm (Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia), Tiki (Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light)
Story
The story of Project X Zone 2 revolves around a group of heroes from different worlds who are brought together to fight against a powerful evil known as the “Dimensional Army.” The Dimensional Army is led by a mysterious villain named Mecha-Ogre, who seeks to conquer all of reality.
The heroes must travel across different dimensions and team up with other heroes in order to stop the Dimensional Army. Along the way, they will learn about the secrets of their own worlds and the power of friendship.
Reception
Project X Zone 2 received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its deep and engaging gameplay, its large roster of characters, and its charming story. However, some critics found the game’s graphics to be dated and its difficulty to be too high at times.
Overall
Project X Zone 2 is a must-play for fans of strategy RPGs and crossover games. The game’s deep gameplay, large roster of characters, and charming story make it one of the most unique and enjoyable games in the genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
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