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Skullgirls: 2nd Encore
Skullgirls 2nd Encore is a beautifully hand-animated, fast-paced 2D fighting game that puts players in control of fierce warriors in an extraordinary Dark Deco world. Each of the 14 wildly original characters features unique gameplay mechanics and plenty of personality.
Details
- Released
- July 6, 2015
- Developer
- Hidden Variable Studios, Lab Zero Games
- Publisher
- Autumn Games, M2, Taito, Arc System Works, Limited Run, Marvelous USA, Inc., Skybound Games
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Skullgirls: 2nd Encore Reviews
Professional reviews from gaming critics
As a fighting game, there is almost no aspect of Skullgirls Second Encore that isn’t an absolute joy to play, and the Switch's portability only enhances those qualities. Fans of fighting games will find so much to love in Skullgirls, but the game won’t create any zealous converts out of those who loathe the conventions of the fighting game genre.
It all shapes up to the definitive, and maybe final version of one of the most beautiful, detailed, and passionately developed fighting games in recent memory.
Admittedly it is early days, and hopefully any hiccups will be ironed out relatively swiftly. Beyond the disconnects the GGPO netcode seemed solid, with no noticeable input lag, assisted by each connection’s ping rating popping up as you connect with another player so you can ensure a solid experience. One welcome addition is the ability to cross-play the game with players of both the PS Vita version and the older PlayStation 3 edition, which should help to ensure the servers stay busy.
Warts and all, Skullgirls: 2nd Encore is definitely worth picking up if you want a stellar fighting game to play with your friends, though its single player content will keep you entertained for quite a while too. Whether it has online legs remains to be seen though; that will ultimately decide how good an investment the game is for many. Interesting characters and modes aplenty aren’t enough to keep a fighting game afloat in the long-term. Active communities do that.
Skullgirls: 2nd Encore is a fast-paced 2D fighting game that puts players in control of fierce female warriors in an extraordinary Dark Deco world.
Overall, Skullgirls is a wonderfully charming fighting game, with an incredibly memorable cast of characters all represented by gorgeously animated hand-drawn sprites that just make them feel alive. From Peacock and Parasoul, to Beowulf and Big Band, you’re more than likely to find a character that appeals to you or your playstyle among the cast. The experience is especially heightened by the fantastic jazzy soundtrack provided by Castlevania composer Michiru Yamane. As stated before, if you’re not a fan of the genre as it is, Skullgirls probably won’t change your mind, but if you’re i…