Fullmetal Alchemist 2: Curse of the Crimson Elixir Image
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 16 Ratings

  • Summary: (Also known as "Fullmetal Alchemist 2: Akaki Elixir no Akuma") The story begins in Lior, a desert city that Edward and Alphonse visit in the first episode of the animated series. As the brothers are unveiling the secrets of a cult called Leto, they are attacked by shadowy creatures from the unknown. Meanwhile, a frightening phenomenon is sweeping the country; people in many regions are vanishing without a trace. In Resembool, Edward and Alphonse meet an enigmatic alchemist. It seems that he has some connection with both the disappearances and the strange creatures encountered earlier. When Colonel Mustang sends the brothers to investigate a village plagued by these monsters, they meet Arlen, an archaeologist who is studying the ancient civilization of Lebis. Edward and Alphonse soon find themselves headed for the ruins of Siam-Sid, the capital city of Lebis, to discover the truth behind the monstrous creatures and the puzzling disappearances. Expand
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 21
  2. Negative: 1 out of 21
  1. Extremely fun to play with fast-paced fights and a great combo system that puts the first game to shame. This latest installment is a huge step in the right direction for the series.
  2. It's not without flaws, and it's fairly short to boot, but if you're a fan of both the Elric brothers and over-the-top transmutations, you'll find lots to like here.
  3. The sequel improves upon the original with a more engaging plot and tighter combat, but lacks that extra touch to really deliver on all fronts.
  4. 40
    Falls into the same sequel trap that many other games tumble into, where the emphasis in development is placed more on improving visual aspects rather than addressing flaws in the gameplay.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 10
  2. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. BobbyN.
    10
    I thought this game looked cool. I may be 13 but I know a good game when I see it.
  2. Underdogshadow
    10
    its a really great game with tricky gameplay that alows it to get a 10.
  3. Ed
    10
    It rocks.
  4. DarkShadowC
    7
    I really enjoyed the game since im a FullMetal ALchimist fan. But ofcorse you people might think ill say 10 this game rocks but i think people that like this game should say more what they need to improve i mean the story's fun in all just watching the cartoon when ur done fighting but i the makers need to pay close attention on the the fighting like make it more exciting at least cuase when i fight alot in the game it gits really broing when u git used to it for some reason..... I gave it a 7 because they did improved on the game so i give em credit for that and the new combos i liked .. Expand

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