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Review of Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 on Xbox Series X/S

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo May 2023
Cover image of Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Released: 11 May 2023
Genre: Tactical Role-Playing Game
Developer: CyberConnect2
Publisher: CyberConnect2

Introduction

Back again with some furry friends and a whole lot of tactical madness, Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 returns to the battlefield equipped with what can only be described as a 'cute yet deadly' approach to strategy gaming. One can only hope that this time, the children are wearing battle helmets and not just helmets-for-cutting-cakes!

Gameplay

Taking place a year after its predecessor, Melodies of Steel 2 brings back our favorite child warriors of the Caninu and Felineko persuasion (seriously, I hope these kids have insurance). The game kicks off when their gigantic tank, the Taranis, throws a rebellious tantrum, kidnapping some poor souls. Players take control of Malt Marzipan, the young Caninu boy, and his band of adorably deadly friends aboard their new war machine, the Tarascus. The battle system has received a complete overhaul, allowing for a more tactical experience, one that lets you sink your teeth into strategic planning rather than mindlessly mashing buttons. You'll have to manage your resources, place your butterscotch babies on the battlefield wisely, and, of course, make some tough moral choices (because life lessons are taught through virtual warfare, right?).

Graphics

Graphically, the game's visuals are as vibrant as a kid's birthday party gone rogue! With its charming art style reminiscent of a cozy animated feature, each locale feels alive, bursting with color and detail. The character designs hit the sweet spot between cute and fierceness, making you almost forget that they're, like, fighting a war with tanks and stuff. Animation feels fluid, with Kawaii-factor cranked up to eleven. There's nothing quite like watching a cartoonish tank roll over its foes while maintaining an art style that looks as if it just jumped out of a comic book aimed at ten-year-olds! Definitely a trend-bucking approach that says, "You can totally have fun while also causing absolute mayhem!"

Conclusion

In conclusion, Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 offers a delightful mix of engaging tactical gameplay and charming storytelling that proves you can have both cuteness and chaos in one neat package. CyberConnect2 has succeeded in crafting an enjoyable sequel that enhances what made the first game commendable while also gearing up for an epic adventure. Sure, it has its flaws, like a couple of characters not being quite as fleshed out as a burrito I once had, but those slight missteps don't derail the overall experience. All in all, if you're in for some tactical gameplay wrapped in an adorable package - and let's face it, who isn't? - hop onto the battlefield with your crazy pals and enjoy the ride! Long live the furries, and may your battle cries be filled with cuteness!

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