Publisher: KOEIDeveloper: KOEIReviewer:Released: 09/27/01Gameplay: 85%Control: 73%Graphics: 90%Sound/Music: 92%Story: 96%Overall: 89%How much can a man endure for the love of a single woman? How much brutality can a one inflict upon his enemies, his allies, and himself before he loses his soul? How far will heaven bend its favor for the will of the people and their champion? Can true love endure a conflict that would tear a kingdom in twain? These questions and more are asked in KOEI's long-awaited sequel to one of the Playstation 2's most impressive launch titles.Kessen II places the player into the role of one of two would-be rivals embroiled in a bitter war in mythical China. The night of the rabbit characters list.

Released in Japan last year to numerous accolades and significant financial success, Kessen II has finally been localized for North America and released with little fanfare. Kessen II thrusts the player into a dynamic and cinematic experience that claims to surpass the original in every capacity.

Kessen II (決戦 II, Kessen Tsu) is a strategy game loosely based on the Three Kingdoms period of China. It is the sequel to Kessen in name only; both Kessen and the later sequel Kessen III are based on events in Japan. The gameplay involves playing out major battles as the storyline progresses, with cutscenes between each battle for the. Kessen II (決戦 II, Kessen Tsu) is a strategy game produced by Koei (Creators of the Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors series). It is the sequel to Kessen In Name Only as both Kessen and the later sequel Kessen III are based on events in Japan, while this installment is a story loosely-based on Romance of the Three Kingdoms.

The original Kessen was criticized for being little more than an interactive drama, but KOEI promised a much more satisfying gaming experience with Kessen II.Have these promises to the gaming public been fulfilled, and does Kessen II prove to be a worthwhile investment for your gaming dollars? Let's take a more thorough look at KOEI's latest wunderkind.Storyline: 96%Unlike its pre-Tokugawa predecessor, Kessen II's storyline has been scripted into KOEI's flagship Romance of the Three Kingdoms series. Those unfamiliar with the plethora of RotTK games released over the years will not be at a loss as Kessen II uses only the setting and themes of these classics.The story begins, quite appropriately, on the battlefield. Initially, the player assumes the role Liu Bei, the lord of Xu province, fighting a losing battle as your capital is overrun by invaders. You are eventually saved by the army of Cao Cao (Got Milk?), who miraculously comes to your aid.

Together you defeat the bandits and drive them from a slightly smoldering Xu Castle. Indebted to his newfound friend, Liu Bei holds a banquet in celebration of Cao Cao's arrival. The two chat and make merry, learning of Cao Cao's formidable ambition, and Liu Bei's happy indulgence in the company of his lover: the dancer, Daio Chan.On a whim, Liu Bei summons a foreign priestess, Himiko, to scry their future. Liu Bei's fortune is grim, for the oracle predicts that a woman close to his heart will bring ruin to his kingdom and, ultimately, his downfall. Unexpectedly, Cao Cao's fortune is quite the opposite: he has been blessed by the gods, fated to bear the Mandate of Heaven, granting him sovereignty over the land.Unknown to Liu Bei, his gentle mistress, Diao Chan holds the key to the throne.

Bequeathed to her by the child emperor, Dian Chan was charged to safe keep the Imperial Seal for a hero worthy of leading the people. This prophecy ignites Cao Cao's ambition; his lust for power would now only be matched by his cruelty. Thanks to the now-smitten Himiko, Cao Cao learns of Dao Chan's secret and promptly kidnaps her and sets Xu Castle ablaze. Liu Bei flees from his castle with his childhood friend, Mei Sanniang and sworn brothers, Zhang Fei & Guan Yu. Thus begins Liu Bei's fantastical quest to save his love, against the wrath of heaven itself.

Together they will travel the three kingdoms, gaining allies, making enemies, fighting in epic battles as they rush to the inevitable conclusion.Upon completing Liu Bei's adventure, the player may then begin another campaign, but this time as Cao Cao in his ultimate pursuit of power. Kessen II's tale is that of personal struggle amid political and military duty. The story therein is not only well scripted, but intricate. The relationship of both protagonist/antagonist is unequivocally interconnected. These ties are so strong that the player MUST finish both quests to fully understand the storyline.

Kessen II (決戦 II, Kessen Tsu) is a strategy game loosely based on the Three Kingdoms period of China. It is the sequel to Kessen in name only; both Kessen and the later sequel Kessen III are based on events in Japan. The gameplay involves playing out major battles as the storyline progresses, with cutscenes between each battle for the development of the events and major characters. Before battle, players are given a choice of strategies to take, although they can manually control all units in the battlefield. All units are controlled by the AI unless the player directly intervenes, and battles between forces are carried out in real-time. While in control of a unit, players are able to use special skills or magic spells to turn the tables, although enemy characters are also able to do so.^{[citation needed]}

Unlike Koei's other games based on Romance of the Three Kingdoms (Dynasty Warriors and the Romance of the Three Kingdoms game), the plot of Kessen II is a heavily fantasized version of the novel. The last of the Han dynasty family, Liu Bei, begins a rebellion against the kingdom of Wei led by Cao Cao, with much of the game's events being based on the novel with alterations due to the different storylines. A significant change to the story involves a romance between Liu Bei and the character Diao Chan, being a significant factor behind Liu Bei's decision to go to war, and Himiko, a semi-fictional sorceress (the historical Himiko ruled Wa [ancient Japan]). In addition to the fantasized theme, Kessen II departs from its realistic predecessor. Koei introduces elements of magic, especially with the portrayal of notable strategists such as Zhuge Liang and Sima Yi as sorcerers. In battle, these characters are able to cause earthquakes, summon lightning storms and hurl fireballs.^{[citation needed]}

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Reception[edit]

The game received 'average' reviews, according to video game review score aggregatorMetacritic.^[2] In Japan, Famitsu gave it a score of 35 out of 40.^[5]

References[edit]

1. ^'Kessen II for PlayStation 2'. GameRankings. Retrieved January 8, 2015.
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3. ^EGM staff (December 2001). 'Kessen II'. Electronic Gaming Monthly (150): 250.
4. ^Bye, John 'Gestalt' (June 2, 2002). 'Kessen II'. Eurogamer. Retrieved January 8, 2015.
5. ^ ^ab'プレイステーション2 - 決戦II'. Famitsu. 915: 61. June 30, 2006.
6. ^Kato, Matthew (October 2001). 'Kessen 2'. Game Informer (102). Archived from the original on November 12, 2007. Retrieved January 8, 2015.
7. ^Bro Buzz (September 28, 2001). 'Kessen II Review for PS2 on GamePro.com'. GamePro. Archived from the original on March 24, 2005. Retrieved January 8, 2015.
8. ^Ahmed, Shahed (October 4, 2001). 'Kessen II Review'. GameSpot. Retrieved January 8, 2015.
9. ^Osborne, Scott (November 2, 2001). 'Kessen 2'. PlanetPS2. Archived from the original on December 6, 2001. Retrieved January 8, 2015.
10. ^Smith, David (October 2, 2001). 'Kessen II'. IGN. Retrieved January 8, 2015.
11. ^'Kessen II'. Official U.S. PlayStation Magazine: 168. December 2001.
12. ^Bub, Andrew (October 19, 2001). ''Kessen II' (PS2) Review'. X-Play. Retrieved January 8, 2015.

External links[edit]

• Kessen II at MobyGames