Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle

Nintendo DS · Adventure

Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreAdventure
DeveloperPendulo Studios, S.L.
PublisherFocus Entertainment
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesRunaway
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by Pendulo Studios, S.L. and published by Focus Entertainment, Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle arrived on the Nintendo DS as an adventure game.

It is part of the Runaway series; on the DS you can also try Runaway: A Twist of Fate.

Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle is like

Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.

Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.

Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle walkthroughs & guides

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Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle FAQ

Who made Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle?

It was developed by Pendulo Studios, S.L. and published by Focus Entertainment.

Is Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle multiplayer?

No. Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle is a single-player game.

How long does Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle take to play?

As an adventure game, Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Runaway 2: The Dream of the Turtle on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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