80
Windjammers 2 is an addictive 1v1 arcade game that is perfect for esports or your own little rivalries. The tight gameplay and controls expand on the original, and if you find an opponent close to your own level, you'll experience a ton of great matches. There isn't much that you can do outside of some bot matches and local play. Online features are available, but during our testing period, it was almost impossible to find an opponent, much less one who wouldn't immediately obliterate us. That doesn't make Windjammers 2 less good, but it does limit how much of that goodness you can experience. If you have a few capable friends or want to try it on another console, Windjammers 2 is the perfect 1v1 game to play and obsess over in a friendly rivalry.
70
All the new bells and whistles are great, but I lost interest fairly quickly. [Issue #58 – March/April 2022, p. 21]
78
Windjammers 2 is a playable ode to the original arcade game that relies on its multiplayer and renewed artwork to offer us a truly addictive proposal. Unfortunately, its lack of ambition, by not betting on including new game modes, prevents the game from taking advantage of its full potential.
8
The game is a bit limited in single player, but has awesome potential in multiplayer. Gameplay depth is bigger than expected and you will spend countless hours trying to defy your friends.
Graphics lacks a bit of charm however.
3
I kept hearing complaints that this was "basically just pong", but my complaint is that it isn't basically just pong. If you try to pick up and play this game, you will be confused. The instructions aren't clear or good. I'm sure with time I can enjoy this game more but in general I wish I had my money back. The art style is very nice and in general the controls feel responsive, I just don't like what the controls do.
9
Windjammers 2 è un arcade puro con un gameplay solido e divertente. Dotemu è riuscita a preservare quella natura arcade degli anni ’90 immediata e adrenalinica. Proprio come nell’originale. Come dicevamo prima, la campagna è composta da 5 stage più dei bonus. Dotemu con questo seguito ha cercato di essere il più fedele possibile all’originale, con una veste grafica nuova e con qualche nuovo ****. Windjammers 2 è un gioco che non deve mancare nella vostra collezione di giochi sia per i vecchi che per i nuovi giocatori.
WindJammers 2
Released On:
Jan 20, 2022
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Generally Favorable
78
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Mixed or Average
7.1
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Jan 20, 2022
100
Windjammers 2 is what a sequel should be. Updated visuals, added bonus games, and new characters, all without ruining the core game play. As I have said, Dotemu did a remarkable job with this release just as they have with their previous classic sequel efforts. If you are a fan of the original Neo Geo game, or if you want a fun game with a lot of challenge, than look no further than Windjammers 2. We may actually have a contender for 2022 Game Of the Year on our hands! I cannot recommend this game enough to every gamer out there, it is truly a super fun time!
Jan 21, 2022
88
Windjammers 2 is a worthy sequel to one of the hidden gems of '90s arcades. DotEmu has created a top-tier competitive game that may be one of the most exciting events of EVO.
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66% Positive
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Jan 23, 2022
10
It's a really great game, hard to master too. It is as intense as any fighting game there is.
Jan 23, 2022
10
I felt through this masterpiece the developer's passionate love for the heritage of the original title. Windjammers 2 is something everybody has to play at least one time. The unique vibe of its universe, the well-balanced learning curve easily could make it the best fighting game you ever played. The new maps had designed with a lot of creativity and the new gameplay mechanisms help you not to be frustrated even on the Clay map. I had the fear three new buttons will push this game towards too much complexity but now I feel these things are needed to feel I play the same game but with so much fresh blood in it. The original game was fast-paced but this one is rolling lightspeed. The comix-like art is fantastic and timeless. Casino, 4 point floor, and Hurricane Max are my favorite new experiences. More stories or backgrounds for these fantastic characters could be good DLC content.
Jan 24, 2022
80
Windjammers 2 is still an addictive game with it's simple yet deep gameplay that asks a true commitment from the player. No playable tutorial is there, and y'oull have to become a master of the frisbee through sheer sweat, tears and blood, but once you've mastered the art of the Flying Power Disc, the rewards are second to none.
Jan 20, 2022
80
Windjammers 2 is here and it is fantastic. The game’s presentation is another highlight of Dotemu’s always incredible-looking catalogue of published titles and I love the blend of new and returning characters, courts, moves, and music.
Jan 23, 2022
75
Windjammers 2 is the logical continuation of the episode released in 1994: new characters, new mechanics and online ranked games, it comes out with all the advantages expected of such a title in 2022. in easy hand does not close the door to neophytes while the added moves constitute an additional strategic layer for amateurs of high level game. That said, it must be recognized that the title of Dotemu is sorely lacking in content and that it will hardly hook solo players in the long term.
Jan 21, 2022
70
The folks at DotEmu obviously cared about what they were doing here, and that by itself is worth consideration. They wanted to put out at least a worthy sequel, and I feel like they did that at bare minimum. This game is not a drastic evolution of its forebears, nor did it have to be. Those looking for a fun pick up and play game will find a lot to love here, and with good reason. Windjammers 2 is a worthy sequel, and a damned fun multiplayer experience.
Feb 25, 2022
60
Windjammers is a mixture of volleyball, tennis and air field hockey, but with frisbees. All of that poured over in a visual flair that's bulging with neon and other early 90s sauces. Also 90s: the difficulty. Even the easiest opponents are very difficult.
Jan 22, 2022
10
I've enjoyed playing this game with my brother so much ......................
Mar 2, 2022
9
Windjammers 2 è un arcade puro con un gameplay solido e divertente. Dotemu è riuscita a preservare quella natura arcade degli anni ’90 immediata e adrenalinica. Proprio come nell’originale. Come dicevamo prima, la campagna è composta da 5 stage più dei bonus. Dotemu con questo seguito ha cercato di essere il più fedele possibile all’originale, con una veste grafica nuova e con qualche nuovo ****. Windjammers 2 è un gioco che non deve mancare nella vostra collezione di giochi sia per i vecchi che per i nuovi giocatori.
Apr 25, 2025
8
The game is a bit limited in single player, but has awesome potential in multiplayer. Gameplay depth is bigger than expected and you will spend countless hours trying to defy your friends.
Graphics lacks a bit of charm however.
Feb 2, 2022
6
Unfortunately this is kinda boring. It’s not the kind of game you can pick up and play with friends because the controls take too much getting used to. It might have been a classic in the 90s but times move on and it gets old quick.
Nov 9, 2022
3
I kept hearing complaints that this was "basically just pong", but my complaint is that it isn't basically just pong. If you try to pick up and play this game, you will be confused. The instructions aren't clear or good. I'm sure with time I can enjoy this game more but in general I wish I had my money back. The art style is very nice and in general the controls feel responsive, I just don't like what the controls do.
SummaryThe best flying disc game of all time is back! With amazing hand-drawn graphics, crazy new moves, gameplay mechanics and awesome new characters and stages, Windjammers 2 is the sequel you've been dreaming of.
Rated Efor Everyone
