The second brings much more than that, as you are now in the armor of a new Overlord, who must go against the Empire, a Roman-like civilization that hates everything related to magic and, subsequently, you and your minions. The first game was filled with amusing characters, interesting twists and some unforgettable moments.
Its writer, Rhianna Pratchett, has emphasized the key role of a good story in video games, and how writers should interact with the development team in order for everything to work as a smooth oiled machine. In terms of story, this is where the whole Overlord franchise can teach many other games some valuable lessons. But is it that good or has an evil presence meddled with it? Read on to find out. With a new story, written by Rhianna Pratchett, and improved mechanics, promised by Triumph, Overlord II seems like a perfect title. The minions are also back, alongside a lot of new features like being able to ride mounts.
Now the series is back with Overlord II, which promises to bring even more mayhem and feature a new Overlord with an even bigger hunger for power. After that, all is well in the land, peace reigns and everyone can start hugging puppies and kittens until they feel sick.īut luckily for those who prefer to play on the dark side of things, the team at Triumph Studios has created the Overlord franchise, with the first title showing us just how good it is to be evil with your fellow companions and how much better it is to send your loyal minions into the fight while you think of your lovely mistress back at the Dark Tower. It is the center point for a lot of video games these days, as many tell the story of a brave and good character going up against the forces of evil and eventually vanquishing them in a tour de force. Left Stick X - Pull back on Left Stick and press X to perform 180 degree strike.Evil. X Square - Perform 360 degree spin attack. Select Button - Status Screen/Quest Screen Execute three attacks in a row to perform a Power Strike. Hold for two seconds to call Minions off of Guard Flag(s). Tap button twice to select mounted Minions only, and a third time to select unmounted Minions only.) Tap to select all Minions.Ĭircle Button - Call back Minions. R1 Button - Hold to select Minion type (A = Green, B = Red, X = Blue, and Y = Minion.
(Hold and use Right Stick for Manual Camera).
Left Stick A - Pull back on Left Stick and press A to perform 180 degree strike. Hold for two seconds to call Minions off of Guard Flag(s).Ī Button - Swing Weapon. Click to switch default view.ī Button - Call back Minions.
Right Stick - Sweep Minions/Camera (hold LB for manual camera). Tap button twice to select mounted Minions only, and a third time to select unmounted Minions only.) Tap to select all Minions. Right Bumper - Hold to select Minion type (A = Green, B = Red, X = Blue, and Y = Minion. (Hold and use Right Thumbstick for Manual Camera). Overlord 2 Guide Controls Xbox 360 Controls