When comparing Chip's Challenge 2 vs Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes, the Slant community recommends Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes for most people. In the question“What are the best Puzzle games on Steam?” Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes is ranked 20th while Chip's Challenge 2 is ranked 48th. The most important reason people chose Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes is:
Players are in a traditional RPG world and do level up characters as they would in an RPG but the main gameplay mechanic is match three where players line up their troops against an opposing team doing the same. There is also defensive aspects to the field, so it is a bit more involved than a traditional match 3 game.
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Pros
Pro Introduces new levels after 20 years
Due to some kind of licensing issues, Chip's Challenge 2 could not be released until now. The new game introduces new mechanics and a new character, Melinda.
Pro Nostalgic retro adventure puzzle solving
Chip's Challenge has you explore a futuristic dungeon as a nerdy boy to find chips which are required to open the door to the next level. You need to find keys, push blocks, and collect powerups to traverse the hazards of the level.
Pro Interesting mix of match three and RPG
Players are in a traditional RPG world and do level up characters as they would in an RPG but the main gameplay mechanic is match three where players line up their troops against an opposing team doing the same. There is also defensive aspects to the field, so it is a bit more involved than a traditional match 3 game.
Pro Lengthy campaign
M&M Clash of Heroes has a lengthy campaign that will last around 24 hours of play, which for a puzzle focused game is pretty good.
Pro Beautiful graphics
The graphics have been upgraded for the PC version and they look great. All pixel art now in HD with bright colors and fantastic character designs.
Pro Local and online mutiplayer
New to the PC and console editions (as apposed to the DS title) there is now 4 player multiplayer that can be played locally and online.
Cons
Con Has to be played windowed
There is no maximize or fullscreen view for the game, it has to be played windowed.
Con Writing comes off as a bit childish
While the original target of the game may have been young adults or children due to its release on the DS (a mainstay of gaming for kids) the writing shows its roots and may come off as a bit childish.