Those expecting the caravan to have an easier time of things this time around are going to be sorely disappointed, however, as the grim, dangerous world continues to risk the survivors' journey. The player is in charge of a group of humans and Varl (horned giants), and must keep as many of their clan and fighters alive on a journey to safety. The realm is on the brink of the apocalypse, with monstrous rock creatures known and the Dredge rising from the ground and destroying towns and villages.
#THE BANNER SAGA 2 TRAILER SERIES#
Indeed, the title very much begins in media res, opening soon after the thrilling conclusion of the first game and literally opening with Chapter Eight of the story as a whole.įor those that are unfamiliar with The Banner Saga franchise, this tactical RPG series takes place in a world influenced by Viking lore. The Banner Saga 2 picks up with the same cast of characters and immediately throws the player back into the world that they knew so well, even offering up the prospect of continuing directly from the events of a playthrough of The Banner Saga via an imported save file. Thankfully, those who enjoyed the first The Banner Saga based on its story and setting will not be disappointed. What's more, the world created by Stoic begged to be explored even further, leaving plenty of room for the developer to stretch its legs - certainly a requirement for a property that has long been envisioned as a trilogy. Although the original game had a satisfying conclusion in its own right, there was clearly more of the tale to be told. However, the studio behind the game, which is made up of alumni from the development of The Old Republic, decided that the time was right for The Banner Saga 2 to be created.Īlthough some may be cautious about sequels, The Banner Saga needed a sequel more than most games in recent memory. Since its release in 2014, The Banner Saga has seen further releases, such as an equally impressive port to the PS4 and Xbox One. The title proved to be a surprise critical powerhouse, earning huge plaudits for its compelling story, fantastic turn-based battles and stunning animation. Nonetheless, that has not stopped developer Stoic from creating a sequel to the beloved Kickstarter-funded tactical RPG The Banner Saga. For every Baldur's Gate II or Batman: Arkham City, there are plenty of other titles that fail to reach expectations, such as the recently-released Homefront: The Revolution.
The Banner Saga 2 is a must-have for fans of Stoic's acclaimed original RPG, continuing the series with an equally strong narrative, beautiful visuals, and addictive combat.Ī sophomore effort in a series is not always a sure-fire sign of quality.
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