Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Endless Legend 2 is a fantastic game, but it's writing has been criticized by fans for feeling bland. While I may love Endless Legend 2, and Endless Space 2 remains one of my favorite games of all time, there are many issues worth addressing.

In this video, we break down how Endless Space 2 actually writes and designs its factions, why they feel so distinct to play, and what most strategy games get wrong.

From asymmetric mechanics and narrative-driven bonuses to ideology systems and long-term strategic identity, Endless Space 2 proves that great factions aren’t just about stats — they’re about how a game teaches you to think differently.

Whether you’re a strategy gamer who wants to understand why Endless Space 2 feels so good, a game designer or modder trying to write better factions, or someone frustrated with same-y strategy games, this video explains what makes faction design actually work — using Endless Space 2 as the case study.

Topics covered:
• What makes a faction feel truly unique
• How narrative and mechanics reinforce each other
• Common faction design mistakes strategy games make
• What Endless Space 2 gets very right

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