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Hand of Fate 2

Hand of Fate 2

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Release Date: November 7, 2017

RPG, TPP, Fantasy, Hack'and'slash, Roguelike, Board & Card, Card Games, Action RPG, Singleplayer

A new installment of an unusual RPG from Defiant Development, enriched with board and card game elements. Similarly to its predecessor, the player is tasked with taking on the challenges created using cards rolled by a magical enemy, called The Dealer. Thanks to the efforts of the previous protagonist, he was defeated, but the hero was0 corrupted by his own power, and became a bloodthirsty tyrant.

8.2

OpenCritic

8.4

Steam

3.4

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Hand of Fate 2 for PC, PS4 and XONE is an RPG enriched with board and card game elements. The project was developed by Defiant Development – the team responsible for the first Hand of Fate.

Plot

Similarly to the first installment, Hand of Fate 2 pits the player against the challenges created using cards rolled by a magical enemy, known as The Dealer. He was defeated at the end of the previous game, but the victorious protagonist was corrupted by his own power, and spent the next century as a bloodthirsty tyrant. The Dealer returns, chooses a female student (the new protagonist) and teaches her, so that she can overthrow the spoilt ruler.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows November 7, 2017

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 November 7, 2017

Xbox One

Xbox One December 1, 2017

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch July 17, 2018

Game Series

Hand of Fate 2
Hand of Fate 2

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Hand of Fate Game Series

Hand of Fate Game Series

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News

Defiant Developments in Trouble; Hand of Fate Devs Forced to Close

Australian studio Defiant Developments has announced that it will no longer create new video games. Due to the poor financial situation, the company is now to deal only with support for existing titles. Many developers will have to find a new job.

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Bart Swiatek

July 24, 2019

Defiant Developments in Trouble; Hand of Fate Devs Forced to Close

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Hand of Fate 2 Video Game:

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PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.40 GHz, 4 GB, graphic card 512 MB GeForce 260 GTS/ Radeon HD 4850 or better, 4 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/8.1/10.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7 2.66 GHz, 4 GB, graphic card 1 GB GeForce 460 GTX/Radeon HD 5770 or better, 4 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/8.1/10.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Hand of Fate 2 Video Game.

8.2

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 86% of Critics. There are 77 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Game Informer: 8.8 / 10 by Daniel Tack

While the combat may drag down the highs a bit, the core experience is a fantastic and unique trek through a card-created fantasy world

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God is a Geek: 7 / 10 by Gary Bailey

A nice mixture of card RPG and real-time combat, Hand of Fate 2 offers near endless gameplay that's genuinely fun and atmospheric.

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GameSpot: 8 / 10 by James O'Connor

A much-improved sequel that blends disparate gameplay styles to create a compelling roguelike experience.

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84%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (5,735)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Unique Gameplay: The combination of card-based mechanics, roguelike elements, and real-time combat creates a distinctive experience that many players find engaging.
  • Replayability: With a vast array of cards, companions, and quests, each playthrough offers a fresh experience, encouraging players to explore different strategies.
  • Story and Atmosphere: The game features good storytelling with well-written narratives and a captivating atmosphere, enhanced by audio and visual design.
  • Companion System: The addition of companions provides new dynamics in combat and narrative, making the gameplay feel richer.
  • Easy to Learn: The game is easy to pick up, allowing players to quickly understand the mechanics while offering depth for mastery.

The main cons of the game

  • Repetitive Combat: Many players find the combat system to be simplistic and repetitive, lacking depth, particularly in later stages of the game.
  • RNG Reliance: A significant number of reviews mention frustration with the game’s reliance on luck, particularly in mini-games and encounters, leading to feelings of unfairness.
  • Difficulty Spikes: Players report sudden increases in difficulty, often resulting in frustration, especially when encounters become punishing without adequate preparation.
  • Minor Bugs and Balance Issues: Some players experienced bugs and felt that certain mechanics were unbalanced, detracting from the overall experience.

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

  • Depth in Combat: Several reviews suggest that the combat mechanics could benefit from more complexity and variety to avoid repetitiveness.
  • Improved RNG Mechanics: Players express a desire for better balancing of luck-based elements, advocating for more skill-based challenges rather than random outcomes.
  • Character Customization: Some users noted a lack of character customization options, which could enhance player engagement and personalization of the experience.
  • Enhanced Story Integration: While the story is generally praised, some players feel that certain quests and encounters lack meaningful integration into the overarching narrative, leading to a sense of disconnect.

Summary

  • Overall, *Hand of Fate 2* is appreciated for its unique blend of genres and engaging storytelling, but it faces criticism for its combat mechanics and reliance on luck, which some players find frustrating.

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3.4

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