TGH Writes: "Those who are familiar with Fist of the North Star or Hokuto no Ken –to use the Japanese name – will know that its 30th anniversary is just around the corner. In appreciation of this, TecmoKoei has released Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2. This sequel hopes to improve upon the previous installment in many ways, from the story structure to gameplay. But does this entry provide a great Fist of the North Star experience for fans of the series, or is it “already dead”?"
Those of us old enough to remember watching anime in the 80's might remember a rather good yet violet series called 'Fist of the North Star'. It was set in a gory post-apocalyptic world and is often refered to as one of the best animes of its time. Fast forward to 2013 and its setting is still quite popular today, though the recent video game the anime inspired, Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage 2, is far inferior to its source material.
Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2 leaves no lasting impression and is only fleetingly entertaining, at best. The combat is repetitive to the point of disinterest, the power-up system lacks impact and the Dream Mode feels more like busy work and time filler. C’mon Tecmo Koei, take a chance and break the mould a little. Those of you hoping and praying for a return to former glory, Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2 isn’t it.
What a waste of an incredible, classic manga/anime property.
The truth is that If you dont like the Anime or manga then obviously you wont enjoy this game. On the other hand if you really enjoy the anime and the OVAs, then you will have a blast playing this game. So far for me it is a really fun game, and the fact they have put so much content in the story mode is really cool.