


That is not to say that Klonoa 2 made no improvements, far from it, but it makes use of the existing groundwork differently, so while you’re controlling Klonoa in the same way, you’re getting a different experience as you explore the world and lore.Ī prime example has to do with the ways in which you traverse the stages of both games.

While I definitely recommend starting with Klonoa 1 (for the story if nothing else), you don’t have to by any means, as both games have similar enough gameplay that you can segue into one or the other without missing a beat. Something I love about these titles has to be the way they compliment one another so well. Both games only use 2 buttons, Jump and Shoot, yet they’re able to do so much with this setup… it’s a testament to the overall quality of these titles as you’ll see going on, that while they may seem straightforward on the surface, the polish and finesse within them is outstanding. This seems basic enough, but as you go on, they reiterate on this idea in a myriad of different ways that manages to constantly keep you on your toes and introduce new strategies you’ll need to utilise if you want to advance. Your wind bullets allow you to grapple enemies, which you can use to either shoot things or jump higher. Across both titles, the fundamental gameplay is fairly simple, but the developers manage to do a great deal with what you’re given.
