The Settlers II

Nintendo DS · Strategy

The Settlers II

SystemNintendo DS
GenreStrategy
DeveloperUbisoft Blue Byte
PublisherUbisoft Blue Byte
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesThe Settlers
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 5

Released for the Nintendo DS, The Settlers II is a strategy game developed by Ubisoft Blue Byte. This DS release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1996.

Among the 50 DS strategy games in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.

It is part of the The Settlers series.

The Settlers II supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead

What playing The Settlers II is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

The Settlers II walkthroughs & guides

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The Settlers II FAQ

Who made The Settlers II?

It was developed by Ubisoft Blue Byte.

Is The Settlers II multiplayer?

Yes. The Settlers II supports up to 2 players.

How long does The Settlers II take to play?

As a strategy game, The Settlers II 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 The Settlers II 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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