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The Banner Saga 2

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Release Date: April 19, 2016

RPG, Fantasy, Turn-based, Norse Mythology, 2D, Classic RPG, Singleplayer

An RPG developed by the Stoic Games studio, and a sequel to the original 2014 The Banner Saga. The game's story follows the events of the first installment and takes us back to a fantastic realm inspired by Scandinavian mythology, where we take control of a caravan of men and giants, trying to survive the end of the world. The essential element of the title are the turn-based battles, characterized by simple rules, but also by a tactical depth.

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The Banner Saga 2 for PC, AND and etc. is a turn-based RPG inspired by the Norse mythology and a direct sequel to The Banner Saga. The game was developed by the Stoic Games studio, the same team that developed the first part published in 2014.

Story

Once again, we are taken to a fantastic realm inspired by the Scandinavian myths, where we are given command of a caravan of men and giants trying to survive the end of the world. The story is a direct continuation of the events from the previous installment, but everything is so designed, as to make the plot understandable for people who have had no contact with the prequel.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows April 19, 2016

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 July 5, 2016

Xbox One

Xbox One July 1, 2016

Android

Android September 29, 2016

Apple iOS

Apple iOS September 29, 2016

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch June 7, 2018

Developer: Stoic

Publisher: Versus Evil

Game Series

The Banner Saga 2
The Banner Saga 2
The Banner Saga 2

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The Banner Saga Game Series

Planned as a trilogy, the series of tactical RPGs inspired by Norse mythology. The brand was developed by independent studio Stoic, composed of three former BioWare employees. The publisher of the title is the American company Versus Evil, whose primary goal is to help smaller developers compete with stronger and more resourceful concerns.

The Banner Saga Game Series

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ReviewThe Banner Saga 2

The Banner Saga 2 Review – the Nordic journey continues

The success of the first Banner Saga – an unusual video game resembling a Nordic tale – has raised hopes of the fans for an equally satisfying sequel. It looks like the newest production from Stoic Games is going to meet those expectations.

The Banner Saga 2 Review – the Nordic journey continues
The Banner Saga 2 Review – the Nordic journey continues
Reviewed by:
medic
Reviewed on:
PC Windows PC Windows
Review date:
April 22, 2016
The Banner Saga 2 Game Guide
Guide

Last update: May 6, 2016

The Banner Saga 2 Game Guide

This guide to The Banner Saga 2 is a walkthrough for the second installment of the franchise.

The Banner Saga 2 Game Guide

News

The Banner Saga 3 is happening despite poor sales of the second part

Stoic are determined to make The Banner Saga 3, despite disappointing sales of The Banner Saga 2. Having realised what they did wrong with the second part, they aren't giving up until the story is complete.

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January 12, 2017

The Banner Saga 3 is happening despite poor sales of the second part

Dark Fear, a Myst meets King's Quest horror adventure, goes live on Steam

Steam users have received their version of Dark Fear, which is an oldschool horror adventure with RPG elements. The game resembles such classics as Myst or Sierra's King's Quest.

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June 24, 2016

Dark Fear, a Myst meets King's Quest horror adventure, goes live on Steam

The Banner Saga 2 Survival Mode comes as a free update

Survival Mode was added to The Banner Saga 2, a turn-based RPG set in a Viking fantasy world. In it, your team of heroes will be battle-tested against increasingly difficult waves of enemies.

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June 24, 2016

The Banner Saga 2 Survival Mode comes as a free update

The Banner Saga 2 will be out on PC next month

The Banner Saga 2 will be out on PC on April 19, 2016. You can now pre-order the game on Steam at a 10% discount.

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March 24, 2016

The Banner Saga 2 will be out on PC next month

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System Requirements

System Requirements for The Banner Saga 2 Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Dual Core, 2 GB RAM, 4 GB HDD, Windows XP SP3.

Recommended System Requirements:
Dual Core, 4 GB RAM, 6 GB HDD, Windows 7 SP1.

Ratings

Game Ratings for The Banner Saga 2 Video Game.

8.0
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ReviewThe Banner Saga 2

The Banner Saga 2 Review – the Nordic journey continues

The success of the first Banner Saga – an unusual video game resembling a Nordic tale – has raised hopes of the fans for an equally satisfying sequel. It looks like the newest production from Stoic Games is going to meet those expectations.

The Banner Saga 2 Review – the Nordic journey continues
The Banner Saga 2 Review – the Nordic journey continues
Reviewed by:
medic
Reviewed on:
PC Windows PC Windows
Review date:
April 22, 2016
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STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (3,681)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Art and Soundtrack: The game features gorgeous hand-painted visuals and a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • Engaging Narrative: The storytelling is compelling, with meaningful choices that impact the game’s progression and emotional depth. Many players appreciate the continuity of the story from the first game.
  • Character Development: There are new characters introduced, and players enjoy the dynamics and moral complexities presented in character interactions.
  • Tactical Combat: The combat system has been refined with new units, abilities, and mechanics, making battles more dynamic and challenging.
  • Worldbuilding and Lore: Players find the world rich with lore, and the decisions made during gameplay feel significant and impactful.

The main cons of the game

  • Gameplay Mechanics: Some players feel that the gameplay mechanics did not significantly improve from the first game, and certain systems (like RNG stats) detracted from the strategic focus.
  • Random Events: Many users criticized the randomness of pop-up events that did not rely on player knowledge or choices, leading to frustrating and illogical outcomes.
  • Technical Issues: There are reports of bugs, crashes, and visual glitches that negatively affect gameplay, including crashes to desktop and issues with the user interface.
  • Difficulty Balance: Some players found the combat difficulty to be inconsistent, with certain battles being excessively hard while others felt too easy.

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

  • Improved Decision-Making Impact: Users expressed a desire for more coherent and logical consequences from decisions, as some choices felt arbitrary and did not build on previous knowledge or events.
  • Enhanced Character Development: While new characters were introduced, some players felt that character development was lacking compared to the first game, with fewer opportunities for meaningful interactions.
  • User Interface Improvements: Suggestions for a dialog history feature or clearer indicators for unit types before battles were noted as areas for improvement.
  • More Strategic Depth: Some players wanted more complex mechanics or clearer goals in combat scenarios to enhance the strategic aspect of the game.

Summary

  • Overall, while The Banner Saga 2 has been praised for its artistic and narrative qualities, it has also faced criticism for gameplay mechanics, technical issues, and the handling of player choices.

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