Are you prepared to meet the wurm and defeat all opponents on the way? The Nidhogg 2 is here for you!
The sequel to Messhof’s brilliant original, Nidhogg 2 pits you against a single opponent in a battle for control of the level and a chance to be devoured by the titular wurm, it will take a lot of skill to get there as each battle can become one of attrition with you and your foe desperately trying to find an opening in each other strategy, Jump, roll, kick and dodge your way to victory.
Featuring a whole new art style and an expanded arsenal of weaponry, Nidhogg 2 gives you the ability to tackle opponents in new ways, get up close and personal with the dagger or try a bit of long range death with the bow and arrow, there’s now also a new roll attack that lets you get in close and stomp your opponent into oblivion.
The game also includes both local and online versus modes as well as 8 player local tournaments, why not try to relive that world cup glory in a fight to the death instead?
You can find Nidhogg 2 available from the Xbox Store for £11.99. If you’re quick though, a small launch discount brings that price down a little. For more info about the game, you may as well check out our full review.
Game Description:
The rules are simple. Reach the other side and kill anyone that stands in your way. Deftly parry and rend their throats, riddle their bowels with arrows, or squish their brains between your toes. The Wurm cares not for chivalry. Sequel to the indie hit of 2014, Nidhogg 2 builds upon the award-winning gameplay of its predecessor with new weapons to wield and levels to master, head-to-toe character customization, and the captivatingly grotesque art of Toby Dixon. And, with music from artists including Mux Mool, Baths, Doseone, Osborne, and Daedelus, Nidhogg 2 has a soundtrack so good that even the menu screens are awesome. Game features: – Challenge the AI or a friend in 1v1 combat. – Fight for the top seat in 8 player tournaments. – Master the distinctive traits of four weapons. – Get stylish with full character customization. – Ten stages from castles to Nidhogg innards. – Alter the rules with more than 10 different game variables. – Go online with matchmaking and private games.
