Summary
- Release Year: 2011
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Tactical
- Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS
- Developers: Atlus
- Publishers: Atlus, Ghostlight Ltd.
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 (2011)
Introduction
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 is a post-apocalyptic role-playing game developed by Atlus for the Nintendo DS. It is the second installment in the Devil Survivor sub-series, and was released in Japan in 2011 and in North America and Europe in 2013. The game follows a group of high school students who must fight to survive in a world overrun by demons.
Story
The game is set in Tokyo, Japan, in 2012. A new website, known as the Nicaea Program, becomes popular among Japanese high school students. The website allows users to input their personal information, and in return, it will show them the manner of their death.
A trio of students from Yasogami High School, Hibiki Kuze, Daichi Shijima, and Io Nitta, decide to use the Nicaea Program. To their horror, the website predicts that they will all die in a subway accident just minutes away.
The students narrowly escape the carnage, only to find themselves in a worse situation–facing otherworldly demons. Desperate to survive, they fend off the demons and flee, but the destruction at the station is only the beginning.
The students soon learn that the demons are part of a larger invasion, and that Tokyo is on the brink of being overrun. They join forces with a group of other survivors, and together they must fight to save the city and themselves.
Gameplay
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 is a turn-based role-playing game. The player controls a party of up to three characters, and must battle against a variety of demons.
The game’s combat system is similar to that of other Shin Megami Tensei games. The player can use a variety of physical and magical attacks, and can also summon demons to fight alongside them.
One of the unique features of Devil Survivor 2 is the “Demon Fusion” system. This system allows the player to fuse two or more demons together to create a new, more powerful demon.
The game also features a number of side-quests and optional dungeons. These side-quests can be used to earn experience points, money, and items.
Characters
- Hibiki Kuze: The protagonist of the game. Hibiki is a strong-willed and determined individual, and he is always willing to fight for what he believes in.
- Daichi Shijima: Hibiki’s best friend. Daichi is a kind and compassionate person, and he is always looking out for the best interests of his friends.
- Io Nitta: A shy and withdrawn girl. Io is a skilled hacker, and she is able to use her abilities to help the group survive.
- Jungo Torii: A mysterious and enigmatic individual. Jungo is a powerful demon summoner, and he is able to use his abilities to help the group fight against the demons.
- Amane Kuzuryu: A strong and independent woman. Amane is a skilled fighter, and she is always willing to put herself in danger to protect her friends.
Setting
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 is set in Tokyo, Japan, in 2012. The city has been overrun by demons, and the survivors are struggling to survive.
The game’s setting is dark and oppressive, and the atmosphere is constantly one of tension and danger. The player is constantly reminded that the world is on the brink of collapse, and that the only way to survive is to fight.
Themes
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 explores a number of dark and mature themes, such as death, loss, and the meaning of life.
The game also raises questions about the nature of good and evil, and the role of humanity in the face of overwhelming odds.
Conclusion
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 is a challenging and rewarding role-playing game. The game’s dark and oppressive setting, compelling story, and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
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