Hero of the Kingdom II

The Hero of the Kingdom games can best be compared to the point and click hidden object games of Artifex Mundi. While there are no specific hidden object scenes, you do have to look for, and click on tiny objects. Another similarity is the backtracking to pass obstacles.

For example, a bridge is out, and you need three pieces of stone, a rope, twelve ocelot furs, an eskimo translator, and a toaster oven in order to repair the bridge. You remember that there was an old woman in a village a couple of screens back that offered to give you her toaster oven in exchange for a potion that will treat her husbands ED. You also know that a rural healer specializing in potions is in need of an attorney for his practicing medicine without a license case. Additionally, you met an out of work attorney, who will take any case as long as you can provide him with five hundred gold coins, and a "personal massage device".

Such is the recursive nature of this type of game, and although it can be frustrating at times, the bizarre Goldbergian machinations somehow appeal to my sense of humor. I mean, there is currency in the game, gold coins actually, yet so many transactions have to be completed with some random item the NPC desires instead. Imagine if you took your car in for repair, and instead of money, the mechanic demanded a live elk. Such is the world the Hero of the kingdom inhabits.

While I'm at it, I must say, this guy has got to be one of the most inept, clumsy heroes around, because it seems like every other time I use any sort of tool, it breaks. Going fishing? Oops. broke the rod, have to buy a new one. Harvesting flowers? Oops, broke the sickle, have to, wait, hold on, why did you even need a sickle to pick flowers? Anyway, you get the point. Mr. Hero is no Bob Villa, and if he ever asks you to borrow any tools, just remember that this is a guy who can break a piece of steel on a flower stem.

In conclusion, to sum it up, to summarize, to wrap it all up, to encapsulate, to distill, um, I forget what I was going to say. I guess if you like pointy clicky roundabout games, this is one and if you don't, it still is.

AT A GLANCE

(Full review follows below)

• Game Name: Hero of the Kingdom II
• Original Release: 2015
• Genre Tags: RPG; Point & Click; Casual; Adventure
• My Overall Grade: B
• Estimated Playtime (Campaign): 5-9 hours
• Multiplayer Aspect: None
• Recommended To: Established fans of the genre; Casual gamers

REVIEW

Hero of the Kingdom II is an interesting thing. The game style blends elements of point-and-click adventure games, resource management/economy games, and role-playing games. It is extremely casual and relaxing, but also is rewarding. It is by no means an epic, immersive, high-budget AAA title, but it is a great casual experience for those who would appreciate it.

This is the sequel to the original game in the franchise, Hero of the Kingdom. It is essentially the same game as far as mechanics and gameplay go, with only very minor differences. This game has a more elaborate storyline and is longer, but it is still an extremely simplistic and casual experience (like the first). The narrative is not a direct sequel, so you do not have to worry about playing this game without playing the first.

The game plays as a point-and-click adventure, essentially— with an inventory and a narrative. In order to progress (i.e.: complete quests) you must pass inventory checks that determine if you have enough of specific items. Thus, playing the game boils down to growing your inventory in two ways. By finding camouflaged objects on the screen and clicking on them. And by bartering with the NPCs; there are numerous profitable NPC-trading loops that can be used to make money and buy inventory items you need.

The narrative is extremely light; there are very few total lines of text. While it isn’t bad, it also is easily forgettable. But it does a good enough job creating a feeling of advancement and incentive as you complete quests. There are also a lot of well-spaced achievements (both in game and on Steam) that pop-up often to keep the game feeling rewarding as you progress through the campaign.

For those who seek more intense gaming experiences, you may find this game somewhat tedious. However, if you like tranquil, addictive games that are rewarding, there is a good chance you will enjoy Hero of the Kingdom II; and will probably like the first one as well.

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I had the honour of being a Beta tester for this sequel to Hero of the Kingdom, I loved this game as much as the first, it is much like the original, gameplay is longer, good story line, great graphics, it is a game for young and old "I am (60)", this is a must have in your game library, if your not sure then download the demo and try it out, I give this game 10/10 and hope more follows