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| Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: The Fafnir Knight | |
|---|---|
 North American box art | |
| Developer(s) | Atlus |
| Publisher(s) | Atlus |
| Artist(s) | Yuji Himukai |
| Composer(s) | Yuzo Koshiro |
| Series | Etrian Odyssey |
| Platform(s) | Nintendo 3DS |
| Release | |
| Genre(s) | Role-playing |
Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: The Fafnir Knight, originally released in Japan as New Labyrinth of the World Tree 2 The Knight of Fafnir (新・世界樹の迷宮2 ファフニールの騎士, Shin Sekaiju no Meikyū 2 Fafuniiru no Kishi), is a 2014 role-playing video game for the Nintendo 3DS by Atlus.[1] It is part of the Etrian Odyssey series, and is a remake of the Etrian Odyssey II. It was released by Atlus in Japan on November 27, 2014 and in North America on August 4, 2015, and released in Europe on February 12, 2016.
Gameplay
[edit]There are two modes, Classic and Story which was first introduced in Etrian Odyssey Untold: The Millennium Girl. Classic mode is the same as other entries, with custom characters and maps. Story mode has an expansive story with preset characters, cutscenes and voice acting, but the players will have to draw their own dungeon maps just like in Classic Mode. The game also contains three difficulty settings: Picnic, which allows for easy gameplay; Normal, which allows for moderately difficult but manageable gameplay; and Expert, which allows for the toughest gameplay possible.
Features
[edit]Unlike it's predecessor, the game has several new features:
Multiple Save Files: Untold 2 features one save file on the cartridge and a total of a massive eight save files available to be stored in the 3DS's SD card.
Downloadable Content Showcased: Untold 2 is first in the series to have Downloadable content. This includes the Highlander class from Etrian Odyssey Untold: The Millennium Girl, different battle portraits of several classes, and sidequests.
Command Confirmation In Battle: Untold 2 takes after the improvements established by Persona Q with an option to confirm commands made in battle as well as a confirmation to initiate auto battle. This option can be turned off if the player wishes.
Improved Loading Speeds: According to the developer, Untold 2 showcases faster loading and saving speeds.
Another New Labyrinth To Explore: Taking after its predecessor, Untold 2 contains another new side labyrinth similar to Gladsheim in Etrian Odyssey Untold named Ginnungagap. It is available in both Story and Classic Modes, available in the latter as part of a quest chain.
Enhanced Map Icons: Icons such as the treasure icon on the map will change after the treasure box has been opened.
New Features To Skill Trees: When unlocking a new section of the Skill tree, the new abilities are automatically learned by the system automatically by adding a free skill point, making the game a bit easier for newcomers. It appears that you cannot turn off this function. Players can also preview higher versions of skills to see how it changes, before choosing to invest skill points.
Altered Grimoire Stone Mechanics: While Grimoire Stones generated mid-battle are still random, the player can still see what they entail rather than needing to head back to town. Grimoire Stones can no longer be fused, but they can be traded in for other stones provided by passing adventurers. Each party member can also equip up to 6 stones, and the stones themselves can boost the member's skills beyond their maximum level.
Thorough Monster Info Display: Monstrous Codex entries now also display their ailment/bind affinities and resistances.
Characters
[edit]Story Mode has five playable characters available to the player:
Knight of Fafnir: The silent protagonist of the game and the titular Knight of Fafnir. Has the unique ability of taking on a beastly form at will due to a phenomenon that took place in Ginnungagap.
Arianna: The Princess of Caledonia, who meets the protagonist whilst heading to a ceremony that takes place every 100 years. She is of the Sovereign (Prince/Princess) class from Etrian Odyssey III: The Drowned City.
Flavio: A young man of the Survivalist class who is the Protagonist's childhood friend, and a member of the same expedition group. He is always cheerful, upbeat and the life of the guild. However, he is straightforward, and keeps the members of the guild in check.
Bertrand: A Protector, he encounters the main cast near the ruins where the ceremony takes places. He is a known slacker, which goes against his class.
Chloe: A War Magus, she doesn't speak much and is completely deadpan. However, if something interests her, she will open up a bit more, though she can be outspoken.
Reception
[edit]| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| GameRankings | 83.15%[2] |
| Metacritic | 82 of 100[3] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| Famitsu | 9, 9, 9, 9 of 10[4] |
| IGN | 8.5 of 10[5] |
| Nintendo Life |   [6] |
| Polygon | 6.0 of 10[8] |
| Hardcore Gamer | 4.5/5[7] |
Critical reception for Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: Knight of Fafnir has been positive[4]
Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold sold 59,531 copies in its first week of release in Japan. As of , the game has sold more than copies worldwide.
References
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External links
[edit]- Official website (in English)
- Official website (in Japanese)
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- ^ "Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: The Fafnir Knight Critic Reviews for 3DS". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 4 August 2015.
- ^ a b Brian (2015-08-02). "Famitsu review scores (6/18/13)". Nintendo Everything. Retrieved 2015-08-02.
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- ^ Sleeper, Morgan (25 September 2013). "Don't Call It a Comeback". Nintendo Life. Nlife. Archived from the original on 27 September 2013.
- ^ Hale, Bradly (23 September 2013). "Review: Etrian Odyssey Untold: The Millennium Girl". Hardcore Gamer. Hardcore Gamer. Retrieved 9 October 2013.
- ^ Kollar, Philip (26 September 2013). "Party Like It's 1989". Polygon. Vox Media. Archived from the original on 27 September 2013.