Well this time around they heavily improved upon the formula. And one of the most obvious notes is it improved on the graphics quite significantly. Instead of simple 8-bit graphics it seems like it reached to a more 16-bit approach, showing off even more silliness off of the game.
From the first Nidhogg you didn't have much customization of your main character. You can add a bunch of silly clothing to him/her according to your taste. I hope they will add more customizations in the near future I like it quite a lot.
And one of the more intriguing additions to the sequel is more weapons. Unlike the first you only had a rapier. This one has added a Broadsword, Dagger, and a new ranged weapon, bows.
For singleplayer content everything is the same you have to go through 10 levels and win. But I liked knowing they added more detailed levels to keep things interesting.
Now for multiplayer, you got regular matchmaking and a newly implemented ranked mode. So if you want to take this game even more seriously this will be the perfect opportunity to smash some other players.
Overall, the formula of Nidhogg has improved significantly with better graphics, better gameplay mechanics, more weapons, more modes. There's no real reason to play the first Nidhogg. The sequel offers everything the first one needed to be.
5/5
Also shoutout to Messhof for giving me a Steam review copy! Much appreciated.
Nidhogg on Steam
Nidhogg on PS4
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