Dusk Diver 2 Review - This Sequel Knocked it Out of the Park!

Today I share my review of Dusk Diver 2 for the Nintendo Switch. This has released on Steam, PS4 and Switch in asia but the West is getting a localization Summer 2022 that will also port it to the PS5. Thank you so much for watching. I loved the original Dusk Diver and this sequel was virtually an improvement all around with it's additions to exploration, world building, diverse combat builds, and overhauling the combat system to be accessible yet welcoming to new players. Let me know if you have played the Dusk Diver games down in the comments! Thanks for liking and subscribing!
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[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Put a link in the description for a physical Play Asia copy of the game for anyone who doesn't want to wait for Western release. Thanks for watching! Physical Cart with English Subs from Play Asia- www.play-asia.com/dusk-diver-2-english/13/70ey6l

[@jaredtolbert3133]

Yeah pulled the trigger on that purchase hopefully it'll be here quick and doesn't take 2 months never ordered from play Asia before are they reliable.

[@SquarePegs]

God, I love your reviews. You're so enthusiastic about the games you love and it makes me want to play them, but you're completely fair about both the good and the bad of the titles. Keep it up, man. And thank you for the hard work!

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Well thank you so much man! Means a lot coming from such an incredible KZbinr! So glad you enjoyed. I try to come up to breath from my hardcore fanboy stupor to make some subjective insight.

[@RobertoMakoto]

I just finished the first one tonight and loved it, so glad to hear that the sequel has built up on all those strengths

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Hey that's awesome and congrats! I can't wait for you to try the 2nd one. You'll have to let me know what you think!

[@DaddyGamerDiaries]

I love the first game. It makes me happy to see that they put more time into the cosmetics and outfits. This is definitely one of those fun games you don’t take too seriously

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

It really did my heart good to see as well, thanks for watching!

[@raikenninja4843]

I like how they improved the combat in the second game. The first game has a fairly basic rpg system, closer to title like Astral Chain. This game is basically a full blown action rpg even though the combat is so similar on both yet they feel more fleshed out.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Very good point. Definitely much more of a full blown action RPG.

[@NY-Buddy]

As a person who is posting is about 5 minutes after I finished the first game and is contemplating about getting the second game. I will say the first game feels like a dynasty warriors musou game, from what I see, the second game looks like they improved on the combat a whole bunch, but I don't want that dynasty warrior's feeling. I wanted to feel like it has its own combat system

[@jordanpeters9988]

Man, I really appreciate this positive review. I was bummed that there's no English voice overs, but the way you talked about the first and second story.. well.. I'm going to buy both of them now for my ps5. I love games like this and your review was wonderful. I subscribed. Thanks again!

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Glad you liked it! I hope you have as much of a blast with both as I did!

[@LaurensNerdyFunStuff]

Looks like a lot of fun! Haven't played the first one but now I want to pick both games up when I get the chance :)

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

I hope you have as much fun with them as I did. It just clicked with me and I love this series. Have fun!

[@otakudaikun]

I really wish I could see a full list of Yumo's unlock-able outfits. Are they just color edits? Specifically does she have one that bears midriff?

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

The mid drift should be dlc that I didn’t have access to. But with western release I assume the dlc outfits will get localized to us eshop. But there’s some challenge vids online that showcase her in mid drift and jean shorts

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Also I should mention there are different styles of cloths but mostly color edits. And the option to change the appearance of your super outfit in combat

[@otakudaikun]

@@HallowedBeThyGame Thank you. This game has the strangest release, with steam being out way before Ideafactory's official console release.

[@lexnoil]

I got the first and second game from Play Asia back in 2021.

[@DorkyDadGaming]

I wasn't sure about this sequel man. To be honest, I've been waiting to see what you thought about it before making my move. It truly does look great. I need to play back through the first game now before jumping into this one. I enjoyed the original a lot. Great review as always man! Love it!

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Gosh that is so awesome of you to say, thanks man. Made my day! Yeah I love this series and now I’m so hopeful we get a 3rd.

[@guardian7106]

Decided to check out the first dusk diver when it was on sale for switch a couple weeks ago and loved it 😄 got the sequel as soon as I could and loved it even more 😄 this a good example of a sequel outshining the original 🙂

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

I agree! So stoked you enjoyed it!

[@guardian7106]

@@HallowedBeThyGame thanks 😄 I can say this is definitely one of my favorite titles of 2022 🙂

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

@@guardian7106 gat dang! I’m psyched someone else thinks so too haha!

[@guardian7106]

@@HallowedBeThyGame sucks that the entire soundtrack isn’t on YT outside of three songs 🙁 really like the ost in this title

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Yeah that is really a bummer, the new battle tracks are so catchy too

[@kermitwithamustache3885]

A beat em up game like this was sorely needed, its a breath of fresh air

[@SEGAblocks]

Oh this looks absolutely brilliant! So over the top which is what I always need to pull me in. The art style looks beautiful and characters look really unique. Feels like ARPG meet a beat em up and dungeon crawling. Love when something is ambitious but works. This looks like it works really well here. You have me sold brother! Goodbye what little money I have left 🤣🤣🤣 Outstanding review dude! Love hearing your thoughts. Stay Awesome HBTG! 🤘🙏❤️

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Haha dude i totally agree, this year is putting a hurtin on the game budget haha. I'd love to hear what you think of it. Thanks for watching and you rock dude!

[@Kyrika]

I played the first game last month after having it sit on my shelf for a while and I loved it. I pre-ordered the PS5 version just the other day and I'm sad I have to wait so long for it to come out. Also wondering if D.ARMS MK2 is gonna get the Sony censorship treatment, cuz Yumo be lookin' a bit more lewd in that one lol

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Really hope you have as much with this one as I did and yeah I saw the box art for that version's promo art. I had to do a double take. I am curious if they censor it bc it is more lewd than before but by no means the worst I've seen. Censorship sucks haha. Hopefully they don't. I'm planning to get the US release as well for PS5 to see how the performance improves. Either way thanks for watching!

[@philbln]

Ok, your review sounds pretty convincing. Now I have to decide, PS5 or Switch.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Hope you enjoy!

[@Pocket_Fox]

Wait, so the summons are now full fledged party members? From what I can tell from the video, all 3 of them are out all the time now. Do they auto battle until you take control of them? Do you still control their abilities?

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Yes they do! It is so freaking fun lol. I love that change and they all have wildly different combos and attack styles to play with.

[@CrimRui]

Thanks for the quick review. I did skip a bit in order not to be too spoiled haha. I am just starting the first game and I really want to get this one as well in the future.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

I totally understand and I don't blame you haha. But i'm stoked for you and I hope you have a blast with them!

[@ortega5064]

Awesome Review, I did not get on to well with the first game, but after watching this I think I will have to give it a second chance. Keep the videos up :)

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Hope you enjoy it! It's just one of those game series that clicked for me haha. Thanks for watching!

[@R3s1d3ntAl13n]

Great video. Really wanna dive in with this series. I would play on Switch. Have they fixed the Switch performance issues with software update ?

[@Doongie4ever]

I got part one but I will finish it before part 2 comes out, great video as always.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Hope you enjoy it! Can't wait to hear what ya think of them!

[@DPRK_Best_Korea]

I miss the menus and some of the music from the first game, but yeah, DD2 is really fun.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

I'm stoked you're having fun with it! And yeah the music was awesome in DD1

[@Dr.Sho_Minamimoto]

I was confused for a second, forgot that it released in Asia first then came out everywhere else’s later. Wish I saw this review earlier since I almost didn’t get the game due to not seeing any advertising for it.

[@saintsrefuge]

my copy of dusk diver came in today and my copy of 2 gets in next week, i'm so excited! i'm having a lot of fun with the first one and this one looks even better!

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Yah!!!! I’m so happy this series has another fan! Have fun! And you’ll have to let me know what ya think of 2!

[@saintsrefuge]

@@HallowedBeThyGame most definitely!

[@dmoneyez67]

Thank you sooooo much for exposing me to these games! Got the first DD off of a whim after watching your review and now after nearly completing it in just a couple play sessions I am beyond excited to play DD2!! Really hope this series continues for a long time. Once again thank you so much for showing us these gems!!!

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

This comment made my day and I can't thank you enough for letting me know. So happy you are having as much fun with the games as I did. Really hopeful we get more DD games!

[@dmoneyez67]

@@HallowedBeThyGame You're very welcome. I hope so too! We just gotta keep this band wagon going! It won't be too hard, the games stand mightily on their own! P.S.--- Spread the word. Nemea did nothing wrong!

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

@@dmoneyez67 haha facts

[@sojiro856]

I do like Ys. This game looks good and very interesting.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Hope ya have a blast with it!

[@crazykenbei]

How long did the game take for you to finish?

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

I pretty much did every sidequest and extra thing you could do and it took me around 20 hours.

[@shamstrider7353]

Awesome!!!

[@tzovlask]

can you confirm or elaborate a bit more about whether the first instalment is needed to enjoy this one?

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

The game does a quick intro of the base party members and their relationship is the bedrock of the first game. However, the story and threat in this game is completely new so it is by no means REQUIRED to play the first. I think you could have a blast with this one on its own. Hope that helps!

[@tzovlask]

@@HallowedBeThyGame it does, thanks bro!

[@iGiveYouLzzz]

where can I buy it? i don’t wanna wait until summer I don’t mind listening to Japanese voices and reading the subtitles I just wanna know where I can get the game I’m about to finish the first one and I really like it. Any help?

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Play Asia. I’ll update description with a link.

[@SEGAblocks]

@@HallowedBeThyGame Play Asia always coming in clutch! 🤘

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Oh man I'm so happy they did this, it'd suck to have to wait. And english subs come on the cart, so it's a win all around

[@iGiveYouLzzz]

@@HallowedBeThyGame fr!

[@iGiveYouLzzz]

@@SEGAblocks do you know how long it takes to ship from them or deliver?

[@Teachermook]

Ok I admit this looks pretty sweet. Kinda reminds me of RWBY.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Teachermook]

@@HallowedBeThyGame I have a hunch I will. You show as much passion about this game as I have about Crosscode.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

@@Teachermook That's great to hear! I still need to play Crosscode, it looks like something I'd love!

[@Teachermook]

Well it is 19.99 right now, well worth it too!

[@jaredtolbert3133]

Really looking forward to the english release of this loved dd1.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Yeah I am so psyched for everyone to play it! So good!

[@jaredtolbert3133]

Yeah stumbled upon it on one of my eshop deep dives it was around 10$ took a chance and fell in love. Might take a look at the play Asia link great review.

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

@@jaredtolbert3133 Thanks I appreciate it! Hope ya have as much fun as I did with it

[@nabielfaiz9947]

look like P5 Strikes

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Not a bad comparison at all

[@Daniel-Rain-YT]

Better than most boring "AAA" games out there

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

So true

[@alexstkw]

Like 👍👍👍

[@HallowedBeThyGame]

Thanks!