The dungeon door is open once again. Dungeon Antiqua 2 brings its SNES-inspired blend of dungeon crawling, hack-and-slash combat and flexible RPG progression to Xbox Series X|S and PC for £8.09, with Play Anywhere support included.
Set hundreds of years after the original, this sequel offers another compact adventure for players who still have a soft spot for old-school RPGs.
At A Glance
- Game: Dungeon Antiqua 2
- Developer: Shiromofu Factory
- Publisher: AMATA K.K.
- Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC, Play Anywhere
- Price: £8.09
A New Generation Of Dungeon Crawling
Dungeon Antiqua 2 takes place long after the events of the first game, with generations having passed since that earlier adventure.
The journey takes players through six dungeons, with exploration built around a character’s vision. What you can see – including corridors and enemies – depends on the character you’re controlling, making your choice of route an important part of navigating each area.
Enemies are also represented through symbols rather than simply appearing in battles. You can dodge encounters if you want to avoid a fight, or strike first to gain the initiative. That gives Dungeon Antiqua 2 a nice strategic layer beyond simply charging into every monster you encounter.
Ten Jobs, Plenty Of Possibilities
Character building has also been expanded from the previous game. The original’s eight jobs return alongside two newcomers – Monk and Archer – bringing the total to ten.
Five jobs are available from the beginning, with the rest unlocking as you progress. And from there, you’ll find that victories provide skill points, which can eventually unlock job-specific abilities, while changing jobs doesn’t reset your character’s level.
That means experimentation is very much encouraged. You can try different combinations and gradually work towards a party that fits the way you want to play.
A Retro RPG That Knows When To Keep Things Simple
Dungeon Antiqua 2 is unapologetically old-school in presentation, using 2D pixel art and sound inspired by the SNES era. Its estimated 10-12 hour first playthrough also keeps the adventure relatively compact rather than turning it into a huge time commitment.
We recently covered the launch of the original Dungeon Antiqua, which opened the door to this particular retro RPG series on Xbox. Now, just a few weeks later, the sequel is already here to continue the story and offer another excuse to assemble a party and head underground.
For anyone who misses RPGs that let exploration, character building and imagination do most of the heavy lifting, Dungeon Antiqua 2 looks ready to scratch that particular retro itch. Grab the download you need from the Xbox Store.
