Evil Genius 2: World Domination

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  • Summary: Evil Genius 2 is a satirical spy-fi lair builder, where players take control of an Evil Genius and set their plans for world domination in motion. When it feels this good to be bad, the Forces of Justice don't stand a chance. Build your own unique evil lair and cover operation, train a forceEvil Genius 2 is a satirical spy-fi lair builder, where players take control of an Evil Genius and set their plans for world domination in motion. When it feels this good to be bad, the Forces of Justice don't stand a chance. Build your own unique evil lair and cover operation, train a force of criminal minions, defend your lair from the Forces of Justice, and dominate the world with a doomsday device in this direct sequel to the 2004 cult classic!… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. God is a Geek
    Dec 13, 2021
    80
    If you're after something cerenral and addictive, Evil Genius 2: World Domination on console is a solid port of a very enjoyable game.
  2. The Games Machine
    Nov 29, 2021
    80
    Evil Genius 2 on PS5 is as enjoyable as it is on PC, mainly thanks to the great work on adapting its controls for the DualSense and for the ability to use mouse and keyboard on console.
  3. Push Square
    Nov 29, 2021
    80
    There’s no question this is one of the better strategy games you’ll find on console. The controls mostly map well and the systems pair well with a stellar concept. With melodramatic, James Bond-esque music and some entertaining voiceover work, this is a tycoon-turned-strategy title that tests your grey matter and allows you to be the villain for once. Being bad never felt so good.
  4. GamingTrend
    Nov 29, 2021
    80
    For better and worse, Evil Genius 2 on console is exactly the same as on PC, complete with glitches and menu navigation. It needs a bit of work to smooth out the experience, but the game itself is a ton of fun and well worth playing, however you can get your hands on it.
  5. Everyeye.it
    Nov 29, 2021
    75
    Considering also the very peculiar artistic direction that managed to shape the ambitions of historical films such as the 007 of the 60s with a satirical attitude, Evil Genius 2: World Domination is a worthy successor to that never forgotten first chapter.
  6. Player 2
    Dec 22, 2021
    75
    Every game has its flaws upon release, but not many games are able to offer the unique coupling of entertainment, laughter and critical thinking that Evil Genius 2 delivers.
  7. ZTGD
    Dec 16, 2021
    70
    While not without its glitches, there was multiple times my minions stood around when I raised the base alarm due to an agent being detected. Or when I gave my henchman a kill command to an agent and instead, he ran to the 3rd floor and back down again which allowed said agent to escape. These things happen but don’t destroy the sheer delight of ‘trying to take over the world’. I am extremely happy that Evil Genius was brought back, and I hope that we can see more and more entries into this zany world of evil scientist and crazy dictators.

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  1. Positive: 1 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 3 out of 4
  1. PMG-Writer
    Jan 1, 2022
    8
    Thus, the developers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination created a great second spin-off. The storyline is successful and always brings funnyThus, the developers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination created a great second spin-off. The storyline is successful and always brings funny ideas and dialogs to you. Thus, the seizure of power and the many possibilities is well done. Unfortunately, some tasks repeat themselves too much. Still, it's a lot of fun to show yourself as the villain and gradually take over the world. This way the title also works on the console and looks really appealing. If you would like to play a successful title with such a theme, you can take a look at "Evil Genius 2: World Domination".… Expand
  2. speedloafer
    Jan 24, 2022
    4
    This game feels like a mobile game, its a horrible grind. Most of your time especially at the later stages will be spent staring at the screenThis game feels like a mobile game, its a horrible grind. Most of your time especially at the later stages will be spent staring at the screen waiting for your research to complete, or your minions to train just so you can very slowly get the next "mission" done.

    The World Stage, a horrible annoying mini game where you have a world map with up to 20 (yes 20) different regions each with their own individual heat level. These heat levels rise as you earn money on the world stage but they also rise automatically so you will be checking and "playing" this mini game every minute or two for your entire play through. Playing is sacrificing your minions or another resource keeping each heat level down.

    In the research section it says "advance the camping to unlock this research", but that's wrong I was almost at end game and still had a whole section to unlock. What you actually have to do is the side missions to unlock the science minions not the campaign. Indie games wouldn't make that mistake. Its just so bad.

    There is no game manual, and it is very poorly explained in the tutorial. Inexplicably, loot items you spend hours earning have no explanation as to what they do so back to searching online. There are side missions that disappear with out warning, blocking achievements. There are frequent sound dips (PS5) and so you don't hear the important base warnings like a heat region is about to fill.

    Like I said at the start, its just feels like a really bad mobile game all about the grind. Trading your time for very little enjoyment.    … Expand
  4. BallzyDan
    Oct 2, 2022
    1
    Tutorial is hours long and the game is just as grindy as the tutorial. Also, the company makes false claims about their games.
  5. Zakis1991
    Dec 25, 2022
    0
    Из плюсов могу отметить только удобное управление с геймпада, это да, это молодцы. А так скучно и долго... очень быстро понимаешь принцип игрыИз плюсов могу отметить только удобное управление с геймпада, это да, это молодцы. А так скучно и долго... очень быстро понимаешь принцип игры и все... Короче, больше похоже буд-то они пилили для мобилок, но в конце решили передумать. Я помню первую часть, смутно, но помню, пиздюком был еще, играл, нравилось, а сейчас мне за 30 и игра полная хуйня как и моя жизнь...… Expand

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