Mary Skelter 2

About

Mary Skelter 2 is a first-person dungeon-crawler with turn-based combat and deep character customization. You play as Blood Maidens, quirky, fairy-tale inspired heroes, navigating a shifting prison that preys on its captives. Each character offers distinct classes and playstyles, letting you mix offense and defense while managing a risk-reward system that turns blood into power. Battles unfold in real time as you evade relentless Nightmares, switching to tactical turns when enemies close in. The story follows Otsuu and Little Mermaid as they survive twisted creatures and betrayal, all while a dying boy becomes their greatest threat. The game’s blend of frantic evasion and strategic planning sets it apart. A free DLC remake of the first game adds new story content but warns you to finish Mary Skelter 2 first. Player forums note the remake inherits the sequel’s refined mechanics, making the base experience essential. With a cult following for its chaotic charm, the game thrives on balancing fragile survival with over-the-top transformations. Its 2018 release brought fresh polish to the formula, solidifying its spot among niche RPG fans who enjoy high-stakes, madness-fueled dungeon runs.

Storyline

The Jail - a living prison that feeds on the humans trapped within its confines. The Jail appeared a number of years ago with the caving of the city around it. Now twisted creatures known as Marchens and treacherous Nightmares roam its halls. Otsuu and Little Mermaid are a part of a group of humans known as "Dawn" attempting to survive these horrors. They succeed in saving Alice and a young man named Jack on one mission. However, on their return back to base, Alice goes mad and begins attacking those around her. Alice strikes Jack, who was trying to protect Otsuu and Little Mermaid, knocking them down a chasm. Later, Otsuu and Little Mermaid awaken from the fall only to find Jack on the verge of death... And so begins the tale of escaping from fate, led by a group of girls seeking sanctuary in this mad world, and of the young man who would transform into madness itself - a Nightmare.