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The Spirit Engine 2

Sequel to The Spirit Engine, this is a strong improvement on the original game's formula. Form a three person party out of nine available characters, and uncover the secrets of both the world you're exploring…

30 July 2008

The Spirit Engine 2 is an adventure developed by Mark Pay, released 30 July 2008 on PC (Microsoft Windows). The main story takes about 12 hrs to finish.

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What The Spirit Engine 2 is

The Spirit Engine 2 is an adventure game developed by Mark Pay and released in 2008. It is available on PC (Microsoft Windows) only. It runs on Multimedia Fusion.

The premise, in the publisher's words

An extensive plot spanning nine distinct chapters. History is unravelling in the once peaceful state of Lereftain. Murderous cults are running unchecked through the streets, parliament is bickering, tension is building with old enemies in the west and the country's inhuman rulers seem to be losing control of the situation. Three citizens who find their paths crossing in an act of charity one dark night will find themselves burdened with the responsibility of not only defending the nation but deciding whether to save civilisation as they know it.
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How it plays

It is played from a side view perspective. Its themes are fantasy, science fiction and warfare. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.

How long it takes, and what that costs

The main story runs about 12 hrs. Completing everything takes closer to 40 hrs, roughly 3.3 times the length of the critical path.

What it launched against

The Spirit Engine 2 launched on 30 July 2008, within three weeks of Braid, Persona 4, Street Fighter IV and Rhythm Heaven.

Released around the same time: Braid, Persona 4, Street Fighter IV, Rhythm Heaven.

Official trailer

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Sourced from the publisher’s YouTube channel.

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Quick answers

The Spirit Engine 2 — frequently asked questions

When did The Spirit Engine 2 come out?
The Spirit Engine 2 was released on 30 July 2008 for PC (Microsoft Windows).
How long does it take to beat The Spirit Engine 2?
The main story of The Spirit Engine 2 takes around 12 hrs, or 40 hrs for 100% completion.

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