Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 lets you duke it out with the biggest and best fighting character roster yet! Choose your favorite brawlers, master their unique move sets, and use all-new powerful Supers to land the finishing blow with friends or across a unique, roguelike player campaign!
The sequel vastly improves upon the first game's combat system. Reviewers praise the smooth, responsive controls and the high skill ceiling enabled by the diverse, unique movesets of each character. Players can now execute advanced techniques and intricate combos, reminiscent of the depth found in Super Smash Bros.
A standout new feature, the Slime Meter, allows players to spend accumulated charge to enhance special moves, temporarily strengthen their shield, cancel animations to create new combo opportunities, or unleash a powerful super attack. Reviewers highlight how this mechanic introduces a fresh layer of strategy and creativity to the platform fighting formula.
The developers have crafted diverse movesets that make each fighter feel unique. Reviewers note that the variety of playstyles encourages experimentation, as players can find characters that suit their preferred approach, rather than feeling compelled to gravitate towards a small number of top-tier options.
In contrast to the previous entry, the sequel features an entertaining roguelike campaign mode. Players progress through a series of randomized battles, mini-games, and boss encounters, earning upgrades and unlockables along the way. Reviewers praise this mode for its engaging story and the sense of progression it offers solo players.
Reviewers highlight the game's responsive controls and satisfying platforming mechanics as key strengths. Characters can perform a variety of aerial techniques and quick dashes, creating a gameplay loop that encourages experimentation and rewards skilled play.