| Azkend 2: The World Beneath | |
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| Developer(s) | 10tons Ltd |
| Platform(s) |
Nintendo Switch iOS Android Microsoft Windows PlayStation 4 PlayStation Vita Xbox One |
| Release | March 14, 2012 (Microsoft Windows and iOS), June 7, 2012 (Android), May 6, 2016 (PS4, Vita and XOne), January 5, 2018 (Switch) |
| Genre(s) | Puzzle |
Azkend 2: The World Beneath is a tile-matching video game developed by Finnish studio 10tons Ltd. It is a sequel to Azkend and was released on March 14, 2012 for Microsoft Windows and iOS, [1] on June 7, 2012 for Android, [2] on May 6, 2016 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One, [3] and on January 5, 2018 for Nintendo Switch. [4]
It follows Jules, who is an adventurer and gets caught up in a maelstrom, making her become stranded in a mysterious land. The story is told through entries of a journal, retelling her journey. The player's job is to escape one location after another, while using various objects that can be found. The gameplay consists of connecting symbols in a usual match-3 play on hexagonal tiles in overall 60 levels. [5]
| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| Metacritic | (iOS HD) 84/100
[6] (XONE) 67/100 [7] (NS) 67/100 [8] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| TouchArcade |  
[9] |
Azkend 2: The World Beneath received "mixed or average" reviews for Switch/Xbox One, and "generally favorable" reviews for its HD iOS version, according to video game review aggregator Metacritic. [6] [7] [8]
Gamezebo said "Put simply, match-3 games don't reach higher quality than what you'll find in Azkend 2...Fans of " Bejeweled" and its ilk, and who own an iPhone or iPad, simply cannot miss Azkend 2. It sets the standard for its genre." [10] Pocketgamer said "An entertaining and enjoyable match-three puzzler with an interesting story woven around its parts, Azkend 2 - The World Beneath is sometimes let down by poor design, but it's still well worth checking out." [11] TouchArcade said "It's hard to recommend Azkend 2 in its current state. The board layouts are too frustrating, and the game never opens up enough to make the struggle worthwhile. It's a simple problem in a game that would otherwise be excellent, but it's also an insidious one." [9] Appspy said "Certainly aimed towards casual players, Azkend 2 combines an interesting spin on match three gameplay with an adventurous tale." [12] SlideToPlay said "Azkend 2 is a surprise on every level, combining puzzles and a great story for a memorable adventure." [13] AppSmile wrote "Infused with a fun storyline and collectible power-ups, Azkend 2 is not your ordinary Match-3 title." [14] 148apps said "The original Azkend was a twist and eye candy, but it was pretty easy to beat. Azkend 2 goes deeper. It's still a casual game, but the difficulty level increases much more dramatically even if it's so incremental it's hard to notice." [15]
- ^ "10tons' Jules Verne Inspired Match-3 Adventure Azkend 2 Now Available for iOS, PC & Mac". 10 Tons. Archived from the original on July 18, 2017. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ "Azkend 2: The World Beneath Now Available for Android". 10Tons. June 7, 2012. Archived from the original on July 18, 2017. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ "Match-three Puzzle Adventure Azkend 2 Now on Playstation 4, Xbox One and PS Vita". Gamasutra. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ "Azkend 2: The World Beneath hitting the Switch eShop this week". Nintendo Everything. 2 January 2018. Archived from the original on 13 June 2018. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ Cousins, Jon (January 17, 2018). "Azkend 2: The World Beneath Review (Switch eShop)". Nintendo Life. Archived from the original on January 4, 2019. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ a b "Azkend 2 HD - The World Beneath for iPhone/iPad Reviews". Metacritic. Archived from the original on March 2, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2018.
- ^ a b "Azkend 2: The World Beneath for Xbox One Reviews". Metacritic. Archived from the original on March 2, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2018.
- ^ a b "Azkend 2: The World Beneath for Switch Reviews". Metacritic. Archived from the original on March 20, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2018.
- ^ a b Campbell, Nissa (March 19, 2013). "'Azkend 2: The World Beneath' Review - No Moves Available, Shuffle This Sequel". TouchArcade. Archived from the original on February 27, 2014. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Lufkin, Bryan (March 19, 2012). "Azkend 2: The World Beneath Review". Gamezebo. Archived from the original on October 10, 2014. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Slater, Harry (March 20, 2012). "Azkend 2 - The World Beneath review - iPhone reviews". Pocket Gamer. Archived from the original on September 24, 2015. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Flodine, Dave. "Azkend 2 - The World Beneath iPhone Game Review". AppSpy.com. Archived from the original on November 15, 2012. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ "Azkend 2 HD - The World Beneath Review". Slide to Play. Archived from the original on December 25, 2015. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Kevin (March 18, 2012). "Azkend 2 HD: The World Beneath Review". AppSmile. Archived from the original on June 13, 2016. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Caplan, Lisa (March 19, 2012). "Azkend 2 HD - The World Beneath Review". 148Apps. Archived from the original on October 6, 2014. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
| Azkend 2: The World Beneath | |
|---|---|
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| Developer(s) | 10tons Ltd |
| Platform(s) |
Nintendo Switch iOS Android Microsoft Windows PlayStation 4 PlayStation Vita Xbox One |
| Release | March 14, 2012 (Microsoft Windows and iOS), June 7, 2012 (Android), May 6, 2016 (PS4, Vita and XOne), January 5, 2018 (Switch) |
| Genre(s) | Puzzle |
Azkend 2: The World Beneath is a tile-matching video game developed by Finnish studio 10tons Ltd. It is a sequel to Azkend and was released on March 14, 2012 for Microsoft Windows and iOS, [1] on June 7, 2012 for Android, [2] on May 6, 2016 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One, [3] and on January 5, 2018 for Nintendo Switch. [4]
It follows Jules, who is an adventurer and gets caught up in a maelstrom, making her become stranded in a mysterious land. The story is told through entries of a journal, retelling her journey. The player's job is to escape one location after another, while using various objects that can be found. The gameplay consists of connecting symbols in a usual match-3 play on hexagonal tiles in overall 60 levels. [5]
| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| Metacritic | (iOS HD) 84/100
[6] (XONE) 67/100 [7] (NS) 67/100 [8] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| TouchArcade |
[9] |
Azkend 2: The World Beneath received "mixed or average" reviews for Switch/Xbox One, and "generally favorable" reviews for its HD iOS version, according to video game review aggregator Metacritic. [6] [7] [8]
Gamezebo said "Put simply, match-3 games don't reach higher quality than what you'll find in Azkend 2...Fans of " Bejeweled" and its ilk, and who own an iPhone or iPad, simply cannot miss Azkend 2. It sets the standard for its genre." [10] Pocketgamer said "An entertaining and enjoyable match-three puzzler with an interesting story woven around its parts, Azkend 2 - The World Beneath is sometimes let down by poor design, but it's still well worth checking out." [11] TouchArcade said "It's hard to recommend Azkend 2 in its current state. The board layouts are too frustrating, and the game never opens up enough to make the struggle worthwhile. It's a simple problem in a game that would otherwise be excellent, but it's also an insidious one." [9] Appspy said "Certainly aimed towards casual players, Azkend 2 combines an interesting spin on match three gameplay with an adventurous tale." [12] SlideToPlay said "Azkend 2 is a surprise on every level, combining puzzles and a great story for a memorable adventure." [13] AppSmile wrote "Infused with a fun storyline and collectible power-ups, Azkend 2 is not your ordinary Match-3 title." [14] 148apps said "The original Azkend was a twist and eye candy, but it was pretty easy to beat. Azkend 2 goes deeper. It's still a casual game, but the difficulty level increases much more dramatically even if it's so incremental it's hard to notice." [15]
- ^ "10tons' Jules Verne Inspired Match-3 Adventure Azkend 2 Now Available for iOS, PC & Mac". 10 Tons. Archived from the original on July 18, 2017. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ "Azkend 2: The World Beneath Now Available for Android". 10Tons. June 7, 2012. Archived from the original on July 18, 2017. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ "Match-three Puzzle Adventure Azkend 2 Now on Playstation 4, Xbox One and PS Vita". Gamasutra. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ "Azkend 2: The World Beneath hitting the Switch eShop this week". Nintendo Everything. 2 January 2018. Archived from the original on 13 June 2018. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ Cousins, Jon (January 17, 2018). "Azkend 2: The World Beneath Review (Switch eShop)". Nintendo Life. Archived from the original on January 4, 2019. Retrieved December 22, 2018.
- ^ a b "Azkend 2 HD - The World Beneath for iPhone/iPad Reviews". Metacritic. Archived from the original on March 2, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2018.
- ^ a b "Azkend 2: The World Beneath for Xbox One Reviews". Metacritic. Archived from the original on March 2, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2018.
- ^ a b "Azkend 2: The World Beneath for Switch Reviews". Metacritic. Archived from the original on March 20, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2018.
- ^ a b Campbell, Nissa (March 19, 2013). "'Azkend 2: The World Beneath' Review - No Moves Available, Shuffle This Sequel". TouchArcade. Archived from the original on February 27, 2014. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Lufkin, Bryan (March 19, 2012). "Azkend 2: The World Beneath Review". Gamezebo. Archived from the original on October 10, 2014. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Slater, Harry (March 20, 2012). "Azkend 2 - The World Beneath review - iPhone reviews". Pocket Gamer. Archived from the original on September 24, 2015. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Flodine, Dave. "Azkend 2 - The World Beneath iPhone Game Review". AppSpy.com. Archived from the original on November 15, 2012. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ "Azkend 2 HD - The World Beneath Review". Slide to Play. Archived from the original on December 25, 2015. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Kevin (March 18, 2012). "Azkend 2 HD: The World Beneath Review". AppSmile. Archived from the original on June 13, 2016. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Caplan, Lisa (March 19, 2012). "Azkend 2 HD - The World Beneath Review". 148Apps. Archived from the original on October 6, 2014. Retrieved October 3, 2014.