When comparing Nidhogg vs Trine, the Slant community recommends Nidhogg for most people. In the question“What are the best couch multiplayer PC games?” Nidhogg is ranked 22nd while Trine is ranked 26th. The most important reason people chose Nidhogg is:
The gameplay consists of the player sword fighting an opponent in order to make it to the opposite side of the stage. Depth comes into play in that every move can be countered and so can evolve into a painstaking dual that can last quite a long time with players countering each other in a game of wits and will. There are also stances for each player where the sword can be held high or , which creates that many more moves that need to be predicted from their opponent.
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Pros
Pro Despite simple graphics, there is quite a lot of depth to the gameplay
The gameplay consists of the player sword fighting an opponent in order to make it to the opposite side of the stage. Depth comes into play in that every move can be countered and so can evolve into a painstaking dual that can last quite a long time with players countering each other in a game of wits and will. There are also stances for each player where the sword can be held high or , which creates that many more moves that need to be predicted from their opponent.
Pro Surreal atmosphere that adds to the charm of the game
Even though the graphics are pretty basic each environment is different from the last which makes for a surreal experience due to how much the environments differ as well as how they are illustrated. In one moment you may be fighting in a cave the next you may be fighting by a giant colorful waterfall. All this and the end stage features a giant worm that eats the winner.
Pro Challenging and fun puzzle platforming that uses an interesting character switch mechanic
Each playable character has their own abilities and features that you must use in order to solve puzzles, platform, and battle to beat each level. You will be switching back and forth throughout the game in order to progress, which can be fun when trying to figure out how to utilize each characters skills.
Pro Appealing graphics reminiscent of vibrant cartoons shows off a very individualistic design
The graphics are 3d rendered with vibrant colors. They utilize pleasing cartoon like graphics, which give a real sense of the fantasy world they are meant to illustrate. Everything about the design of the characters and world stand out as highly polished and breathtaking.
Pro Fun local co-op that lends itelf well to the chracter switch design of the gameplay
Trine has support for up to 3 player local co-op, which works very well with the way the mechanics of the game demand use of each character throughout each stage.
Cons
Con Learning gameplay is difficult
There is no tutorial in the game which makes learning all the ins and outs of Nidhogg difficult.
Con Rather little variation in combat/gameplay
After you've fought your first fight, you've practically seen them all. There are no real boss fights like in Trine 2, the only distinction is made between shooty-wights and stabby-wights.
Con Co-op not as good as single player
Though there is support for local co-op, the game feels as though it works best as a single player title. This can be limiting to those that are only going to play single player.