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Review of Angelique Special 2 on PlayStation

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Dec 1996
Cover image of Angelique Special 2 on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 06 Dec 1996
Genre: Otome, Dating Sim, Visual Novel
Developer: Ruby Party
Publisher: Koei

Introduction

Hey there fellow gamers! Prepare your best blush and get ready for some serious romantic mayhem because today we're diving into the juicy, drama-filled world of 'Angelique Special 2'! Where picking your next boyfriend has the same stakes as a cosmic game of chess-only with more feels and less logic! Buckle up, because we're about to see if the universe's fate rests in the hands of your hormonal tendencies.

Gameplay

In 'Angelique Special 2', you slip into the shoes of Angelique Collet, an eager 17-year-old destined to become the new queen... or at least one of two candidates vying for the position. Think of it as 'The Bachelor'-but instead of roses, we've got elemental power struggles, cosmic stakes, and nine mystical Guardians ready to lend you their magical talents (or shrug you off like a bad date). You will be racing against Rachel Hart, your academically-inclined rival, and photon-toting date competition! Your quest? Populate a continent faster than your rival while charming the socks off Guardians (a.k.a. potential boyfriends). The game offers you dilemmas that mean you'll likely screw up one way or another. Do you win the favor of the Guardians? Or do you swoon for a romantic endeavor, throwing your chance of becoming queen to the cosmic winds? Spoilers: you can't have it both ways. The game provides various endings (around 10 to 30 depending on your choices) that hinge on whether you've focused on ruling or romancing! The gameplay is packed with strategic elements as you juggle these competing goals-just like managing a social life between classes, parties, and late-night studying for that killer exam.

Graphics

Let's get graphic! Pun intended. 'Angelique Special 2' might not boast the snazzy 3D graphics of today, but the nostalgic vibrant anime visuals scream 'the 90s' in the best possible way. Every character is adorned in elaborate outfits that would make even a fashion week runway model second-guess their choices. The character artwork captures the essence of each Guardian beautifully, ranging from mysterious to playboy suave-perfect for causing teenage heart palpitations! Let's not ignore the charming backgrounds set in whimsical venues with celestial aesthetics that make you feel like you're playing a beautifully illustrated fairy tale.

Conclusion

'Angelique Special 2' serves up a delightful cocktail of romance, strategy, and a dash of competition that keeps players invested in both their love life and universal duties. It's perfect for the dramatic teen in all of us (regardless of age), and while it may lack the larger player base of more mainstream titles, it carves out its niche in the otome genre like the pop princess it is. With rich character details and an emotional rollercoaster that rivals any high school drama, whether you get the crown, the boy, or both-well, that's up to how well you can juggle your priorities! So grab your controller, unleash your inner queen, and let 'Angelique Special 2' charm its way into your gaming repertoire!

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