Bravely Default 2

"Bravely Default 2 invites players to reacquaint themselves with its unique Brave and Default battle system in this brand new sequel to the original."

"As a retro RPG revival, Bravely Default 2 is faithful and full of heart, just like its predecessors. As a high definition 2021 video game, it sometimes falls short."

"Bravely Default 2 brings us back to an older era of simpler RPGs with deep systems and shallow stories. If that sounds like a feature, not a bug, then this is the RPG for you."

"Bravely Default 2 is one of the best games to point to when people ask what makes JRPGs fun."

"Bravely Default II follows closely in the footsteps of its predecessors, delivering a familiar yet enjoyable journey."

"Bravely Default II doesn&s;t do all that much to differentiate itself from the games that came before it. How you&s;ll feel about that will depend on what you want out of the game: do you want something that is familiar …"

"The latest retro RPG for Nintendo Switch should score well with genre fans, but probably won&s;t win many fresh converts"

"That&s;s pretty much Bravely Default II in a neat little package. It&s;s more Bravely Default, which is more classic JRPG formula, distilled for a modern era. It&s;s not going to reinvent RPGs as we know them, but this series still …"

"Bravely Default II is punishing at times, but if you&s;re willing to spend time grinding for XP, there&s;s plenty to reward the most patient of players. The Jobs are a definite highlight, and the Brave/Default battle mechanic is a unique …"

"If you enjoy the RPGs of eras long past, Bravely Default II captures some satisfying whimsy and nostalgia, but its formulaic structure can feel tedious"

"Bravely Default 2 is a classic JRPG that certainly doesn&s;t reinvent the wheel, but its intriguing combat system and the customization offered by the many classes available can make it interesting for fans of the genre."

"This is a game in between a rock and a hard place, and while it will definitely find its audience, it won’t make it onto any list of essential RPGs as its predecessor did."

"Bravely Default 2 is almost perfect; it&s;s just troubled in a story with ups and downs that contains too much superfluous dialogue. The rest of the elements, including a perfectly translated text, outstanding: a careful gameplay to the millimeter and …"

"While the combat system of the Bravely Default 2 is unique and offers a high risk, high reward style of gameplay not seen elsewhere, the overall experience plays out in classic JRPG fashion. Luckily it does an excellent job of …"

"Bravely Default II is a throwback to the Final Fantasy games of the &s;80s, in all the best ways. Some modern quality-of-life enhancements smooth the road a bit, but all the good stuff you remember is here for the taking. …"

"Bravely Default II to its core is what fans should expect from a well devised JRPG, with the depth of customisation and a stellar battle system combining for an enthralling experience. Only to be matched by its engaging script and …"

"The third chapter in the Bravely saga fails to improve the main issues of the previous games: while Bravely Default II offers an astounding depth for its job system, that requires players to really understand its mechanisms, the game lacks …"

"The new JRPG hitting Nintendo Switch is stuffed full of the genre&s;s most recognisable tropes, for better or worse"

"Despite falling a bit short in the story and characters department compared to its predecessors, Bravely Default 2’s satisfying combat encounters, deep job customization and stellar soundtrack makes it a worthy comeback for this fan favorite series."

"However, with that incredibly addictive gameplay alone, along with the plethora of side-content, I can see traditional Final Fantasy fans having a lot of fun here, even if it’s a bit of a shallow adventure. Now that this engine has …"

"The tactical flexibility in Bravely Default 2 is among the best in class, and tinkering with its possibilities is a fine pass-time in itself. But it gets bogged down in a churn of routine battles, wayward balancing and humdrum fantasy. …"

"Bravely Default II borrows much from the games and franchises that came before it, while still carving out a fun and thrilling identity of its own."

"Looked at through the nitty-gritty of its stat-based party management, Bravely Default II is a commendable third outing that at its best reaffirms just how joyous the IP&s;s approach to both RPG gameplay and nostalgia remains all these years on."

"Bravely Default II is an excellent turn-based JRPG, full of rich gameplay systems, endearing characters and flexibility that welcomes new players. You don&s;t need to have played the previous games to enjoy this one."

"The reason to question Bravely Default 2‘s existence boils down to its inability to think for itself. The Brave and Default combat system strikes a near-perfect balance between two rival battle mechanics that have struggled to coexist over the decades, …"

"Bravely Default 2 offers a lot for JRPG lovers to dig into."

"Square Enix&s;s line of retro JRPGs continues with an all-new world and tale for Bravely Default, though some of the old problems persist."

"Overall, Bravely Default 2 is a solid RPG with a unique battle system and a satisfying job system."

"As if it was ever in doubt, Square Enix has demonstrated once again that it understands exactly what ingredients are necessary to make a great RPG. The interesting, risk-based combat is supported by a diverse class system and a well-told …"

"What Bravely Default II has retained from previous games has been polished to a high standard and delivers the perfect slice of turn-based JRPG nonsense you&s;re craving. However, be warned as the areas that have changed aren&s;t as solidly executed …"

"Bravely Default 2 is a comfortable game in an uncomfortable season. It offers a well-refined experience with a few exciting elements but doesn&s;t quite grasp the experimental or groundbreaking design it was shooting for."

"Bravely Default II is a great way to get into RPGs. A combat system and a spectacular soundtrack accompany a story that no fan of the genre should miss."

"Bravely Default 2 is a long, familiar JRPG journey with excellent customizable combat and beautiful backdrops that pass the time as you work through its extended stretches of grinding."

"Bravely Default 2 brings the throwback RPG series to Nintendo Switch, but the loss of modern quality-of-life features make this a decidedly grindy experience."

"Bravely Default II can get frustrating at times, but it more than makes up for that by being endlessly charming and endearing, and remains a joy to play through from start to finish."