Demon Hunter 2: A New Chapter is a Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure (HOPA) game that follows the story of Dawn, 20 years after the first installment. The Story and Plot The plot kicks off when Dawn receives a mysterious phone call and rushes into a situation she didn't fully investigate. The overall narrative is seen by many players as decent but not stellar, focusing less on literal "demon hunting" and more on a "find the bad guy and solve the crime" structure. A key difference from the first game is that someone is trying to tarnish Dawn's reputation, forcing her to clear her name while fighting evil. The game is a direct sequel, but thankfully, you don't need to play the first one to enjoy it. Graphics and Visuals The visuals show some improvement over the first game, but they are noted for having a creepy and sometimes inconsistent quality. Some parts of the game feature near-alright animations, while others have "odd stopmotion-like movement breaks," suggesting that different teams might have worked on the halves. Character animations, like the bobbing when they talk, can be a bit awkward. Gameplay and Difficulty The gameplay is generally considered pretty easy to follow along with. Unlike some other HOPA titles, you rarely have more than about six items in your inventory at a time. The environments often feel like normal residences or a hospital, making the overall experience feel more like a standard crime-solving adventure than a supernatural hunt. There is, however, more action packed into the game compared to its predecessor. Final Verdict Demon Hunter 2: A New Chapter manages to improve on some of the issues of the first game, offering an interesting, albeit not groundbreaking, story with more action. However, it suffers from inconsistent visuals and an easy difficulty level that might disappoint HOPA veterans looking for a real challenge. Recommendation: Many reviewers suggest only picking this game up if it is on sale. Would you like me to search for any other reviews or details about this game, such as its developer or release date?
