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In a world where magic and technology exist side by side, vampire princess Alwen must reclaim her ancestral castle and her magic alongside her unlikely ally, treasure hunter Ragna Valentine. They may make for an odd pair, but when they combine their talents, the sky’s the limit!

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is a action, rpg and anime game developed by Nihon Falcom and published by XSEED Games, Marvelous USA and Inc..
Released on October 31st 2017 is available only on Windows in 2 languages: English and Japanese.

It has received 678 reviews of which 631 were positive and 47 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for less on Gamivo.

The Steam community has classified Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection into these genres:

Action RPG Anime Great Soundtrack JRPG Action RPG Cute Female Protagonist

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System requirements

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Windows

OS *: Windows 7
Processor: Intel Xeon W3505 @ 2.5 GHz (2-Core)
Memory: 1 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA Quadro 600
DirectX: Version 8.0
Storage: 5 GB available space
Sound Card: Compatible with DirectX 8

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Nov. 2025

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is an action RPG built around fast combat, lighthearted storytelling, and a dual-protagonist structure. It continues the spirit of its predecessor while shifting toward a more anime-driven presentation, using colorful environments and upbeat pacing to create an accessible adventure. The game’s tone stays consistently energetic, matching the lively world design and character interactions. The narrative follows treasure hunter Ragna and vampire princess Alwen as they form an unlikely partnership. Their dynamic is central to the game’s identity, mixing comedic banter with moments of growth as they challenge antagonists threatening Ilvard. The plot is straightforward but serviceable, carried primarily by character personality rather than dramatic twists. Combat uses a tag-team system where both protagonists contribute distinct abilities. Ragna’s melee-centered attacks provide direct, physical engagement, while Alwen’s spells add ranged coverage and elemental effects. Switching between them on the fly keeps encounters active and prevents the repetition common in simpler action RPGs. Boss battles, in particular, use this system well, requiring observation, movement, and effective timing. Exploration is segmented into dungeons that feature puzzles, traps, and platforming elements. Layouts are compact but varied, presenting a mix of straightforward combat rooms and more involved environmental challenges. These segments maintain a steady rhythm, with clear visual cues and manageable difficulty that reward quick thinking rather than trial-and-error. Progression is tied to an unconventional leveling approach based on food instead of traditional experience points. Collecting ingredients and meals raises stats, incentivizing players to balance exploration with resource management. This system adds light strategy without complicating the core gameplay loop, fitting the game’s accessible design philosophy. The presentation leans on bright colors and stylized characters. Falcom’s signature music direction supports the tone with lively tracks that elevate both combat and exploration. While the visuals reflect the game’s modest budget, their charm lies in consistent art direction and brisk animation that keep the world engaging. Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection stands out as a compact, upbeat action RPG that prioritizes charm, teamwork mechanics, and fast-paced encounters. Its strengths lie in character chemistry, polished dungeon flow, and approachable systems. For players seeking a cheerful and mechanically responsive adventure, it offers a satisfying and distinctive experience.

Oct. 2025

Fun game Despite all its tedium and missing QoL, i prefer the first game tho. Better soundtrack, story and characters.

July 2025

Criminally underappreciated gem that's full of heart and charm. Plays like Ys games of the 2000s.

June 2025

very recommend for this game. its very charms and good gameplay but the mechanic for exp is abit weird a first but its quite good tbh if you can spare some for mainly exp and for hp purpose.

Feb. 2025

It's fun to play a retro-like game for the novelty to mix it up. This game is a simplistic dungeon-crawling game with some cutesy elements. I like the idea of eating food to level up (hey, what game can you play where you can eat food like pizza to gain XP?). The game is far from perfect. The story won't wow your socks off, and the game is quite easy to cheese. Exploring the dungeons is made a tad tedious because there isn't an option to open up a bigger map to navigate. It's not like the dungeons are complicated, but there are often times where you just accidentally take a wrong turn down the same path you just ran through already. A proper map that you could open up would have done wonders. Still, it's a decent game if you want that retro-feeling itch scratched.

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Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 19.99€ on Steam.

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection received 631 positive votes out of a total of 678 achieving a rating of 8.70.

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Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection was developed by Nihon Falcom and published by XSEED Games, Marvelous USA and Inc..

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is not playable on MacOS.

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is not playable on Linux.

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is a single-player game.

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection does not currently offer any DLC.

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection does not support Steam Remote Play.

Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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