After having finished the first one last week (it was very painful, borderline sadistic, but totally worth it), I can't wait to play this sequel too.
Shame that we'll have to wait until 2015
After having finished the first one last week (it was very painful, borderline sadistic, but totally worth it), I can't wait to play this sequel too.
Don't lie, you left it idling in order to not break my feelings
Haha I'd never do that (not because I don't care about your feelings <3, thanks again btw), but I admit that I desperately used all the wikis/tricks available in order to save time, because it was really getting infuriating
I couldn't afford spending hours trying to clear the "wrong" area too early, or losing days to solve a single puzzle just because I missed a piece that was more hidden than Gabe's penis. Had to optimize the frustration/fun rating a bit!.. without overdoing it though
After having finished the first one last week (it was very painful, borderline sadistic, but totally worth it), I can't wait to play this sequel too.
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Haha I'd never do that (not because I don't care about your feelings <3, thanks again btw), but I admit that I desperately used all the wikis/tricks available in order to save time, because it was really getting infuriating
I couldn't afford spending hours trying to clear the "wrong" area too early, or losing days to solve a single puzzle just because I missed a piece that was more hidden than Gabe's penis. Had to optimize the frustration/fun rating a bit!.. without overdoing it though
yeah I know, I am actually impressed you had time for such a hardcore game, I still havn't played it.
LA-MULANA 2 features sprawling ancient ruins, mind-boggling mysteries, untold numbers of items, and terrible enemies woven together to form what is possibly the perfect Metroidvania-style “archaeological ruin exploration action game”.
In LA-MULANA 2, you take on the role of Lumisa Kosugi - daughter of the previous title’s hero - as she explores the ancient ruins of La-Mulana, said to be the cradle of human civilization. Desperate to find the cause of the numerous recent appearances of monsters from the ruins, Lumisa heads to the “other” La-Mulana: the ruins known as Eg-Lana.
Explore the vast ruins comprising multiple field maps, solve mysteries and riddles using the stone tablets and messages you discover along the way, and take out the huge monsters known as “Guardians” as you make your way to the deepest depths of the ruins.
You won’t believe the awesome mystery of Eg-Lana you uncover at the end of your journey...
La-Mulana was known as a “Metroidvania” style game (a 2D action platformer with an emphasis on non-linear exploration). That said, the real core of the game is in deciphering the riddles scattered about the game, and solving the puzzles that exist as part of the ruins.
A classic experience: As with the previous game, La-Mulana 2 will not feature a tutorial or a long-winded sidekick. As a seasoned explorer, it's up to you to discover the secrets hidden within the ruins and find the truth within.
Explore on your terms: By deciphering cryptic text on the monuments scattered throughout the ruins, the player can slowly unravel the riddle of the ruins. Which part of the sprawling underground to tackle, and in what order, is up to you. Sometimes you will need to use changes in background, mysterious sounds, the strength of enemies or the sneakiness of traps to detect a change in their surroundings.
A colossal adventure: We have designed a variety of zones, and have created a mystery deep enough to encompass a gigantic cave system. This is a very large scale indie title. We predict newcomers to the series would probably clear the game in 20 to 30 hours. Because of the non-linear nature of Eg-Lana, La-Mulana 2 will have plenty of replayability.
New horrors, new weapons: Plenty of ferocious and terrifying monsters and guardians stand in your way in the depths of this new underground network. Fortunately, there will also be an arsenal of tools and weapons to help you on your journey.
Widescreen Support: The first La-Mulana was a remake of a retro-styled game that ran in a 4:3 aspect ratio, which made widescreen support impossible. For La-Mulana 2, NIGORO is developing the game's areas and rooms with a 16:9 aspect ratio in mind, making it perfect for widescreen TVs and monitors.
The question we’re asking ourselves is “How can 2D games take advantage of recent developments in technology?”
Become an adventurer and explore sprawling ancient ruins
Gather hints to solve the various mysteries of your adventure
Dive into the action as you fight off tough enemies seeking to stop your progress
A detailed and beautifully dot-rendered world
Seven main weapons and over ten sub-weapons
Over 60 items of various types to help you explore the ruins
Over 20 apps to install on your trusty adventurer’s tablet, the “Mobile Super X 3”
Includes reference book with over 200 monsters and other characters in the game
Lumisa Kosugi
(21 years old. 4th Generation Japanese. Protagonist)
Some say she is Lemeza's wife's daughter from a previous marriage, while others believe she's Professor Shorn's illegitimate child. Either way, she is a Kosugi; that much is clear. With the request to search the ruins from Xelpud in hand, she travels to La-Mulana to make her archaeological debut.
Lemeza Kosugi
(36 years old, the original protagonist)
Tales of his exploits in the ruins of La-Mulana may be known worldwide, but he was also responsible for the ruins collapsing, and has gone into hiding as a result. His desire to explore has not faded, however, and still finds time to go spelunking in secret.
Shorn Kosugi
(67 years old)
After revealing the "treasure of all life" brought back from the ruins of La-Mulana, he returned to an hermetic life once more. Although he quit after finishing his research on "The root of all life", he finds himself slowly drawn back into the world of archeology.
Xelpud The Elder
(Age Unknown)
Upon the collapse of the La-Mulana ruins, his life as the 7th child came to an end. He's been spending his time running the "La Mulana ruins tourist spot" as a method of once more finding a purpose in his life. As a result, he's become quite wealthy, and now lives a life of luxury full of beautiful women and fast cars.
Mulbruk
(3024 years old. She looks about 24.)
Since being released from the ruins, she has been happily living above ground, pretending to be a young woman. Using her amazing knowledge of history, she has become a treasure hunter. She's also grown quite fashionable.[/list]
Heh those ages, well I suppose people age differently in Japan ha ha.
(Nothing new I suppose.)
Still have to complete the first game, if that's even possible without going for a FAQ or something, heard the puzzles were a bit obtuse and the translation to English made them even harder to understand even if the clues were vague to begin with.
Still have to complete the first game, if that's even possible without going for a FAQ or something, heard the puzzles were a bit obtuse and the translation to English made them even harder to understand even if the clues were vague to begin with.
Yeah, some parts of the game really are incredibly cryptic, they make even Myst and Riven pale when it comes to obscureness (which is also the charm of it).
The difficulty of the encounters/level design/insta-kill traps is just a small fraction of the ride, there's a huge portion of puzzles, riddles, hidden mysteries based on the vast lore and labyrinths that require almost inhuman attention, with many of them being extremely tough to solve unless you have a hint or follow a guide to accompany your journey - it truly is a demanding and very rewarding game. I usually play everything in blind_mode without any particular problems, but for this one had to make quite a few exceptions.
After having finished the first one last week (it was very painful, borderline sadistic, but totally worth it), I can't wait to play this sequel too.
Shame that we'll have to wait until 2015
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