Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes (2024)

The first in the series to include rollback netcode, prepare for blistering online matches. New moves and new battle systems have been added to further evolve the battle. Experience high-octane battles with ultra high definition pixel graphics. The tale of the Hollow Night is about to reach its climax...!

Fighting Arcade Action anime pixel art shared screen 1v1 rollback netcodePlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch

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Nintendo LifePJ O'ReillyJan 20249/10
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes is a cracking sequel that brings meaningful change to the series' core combat, adds rollback netcode and three strong new characters to an already enthralling roster, and all looks, sounds, and plays every bit as good as its dazzling predecessor. Chronicle mode has been axed, and it's a shame it hasn't been replaced with something else, but this remains a top-notch effort, a deep and addictive anime fighter that should please long-time fans and interested newbies alike.
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ShacknewsTJ DenzerFeb 20249/10
Under Night In-Birth 2 Sys:Celes is a great addition to what we had that improves upon previous games in pretty much all the right ways. The new characters are fun, the new attacks for existing characters make new gameplans fun to learn, and there is a nice variety of online and offline modes in which to explore them and hone your game. I wish the music, story, and online lobbies gave me more, but UNI2 hits the right notes where it counts and delivers as a fantastic bastion of 2D animated fighting game goodness.
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TheSixthAxisMiguel MoranJan 20249/10
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes is without a doubt the funnest fighting game of the year. An already smooth and satisfying fighter has been improved and expanded on so many levels with the new systems, mechanics, and moves this sequel adds. If you're gonna play any 2D fighting game right now, make it this one.
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ZTGDJae LeeFeb 20247/10
It’s really quite a shame because at its core, Uni 2 is a wonderful fighter with incredible depth and plenty of style to spare. The sheer amount of freedom in how I can control my character is second to none in all the fighters I’ve played but the awful PC port and the numerous game breaking issues on launch that have resulted in a dwindling player base makes it harder to recommend than it should be.
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The Outerhaven ProductionsKevin KellyJan 20243.5/5 stars
For what it's worth, UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II does well by being a high-level technical play fighting game that requires patience to truly make the difference. There are several layers to "git gud", which is robust thanks to the GRD system's effect on the roster in different ways. Even though Arcade Mode holds plenty of dialogue, it still feels as if there is a novel packed into this game. It's just not the dominant thing to hold the genre. UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II is still a worthy opponent in the anime fighter division for those seeking a serious contender.
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About the game

Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch
Developer: French Bread
Publisher: Arc System Works
Released: January 25, 2024
Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
Perspective: Side view

IGDB rating 7.6/10 from 7 ratings.

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