Do You Need To Play The First Bravely Default Before Bravely Default 2? | Bravely Default 2 (Bravely Default II)

Bravely Default? Bravely Second? Bravely Default 2? This Guide answers if you need to play the first Bravely Default Game first before Bravely Default 2 and whether Bravely Default 2 is a direct sequel or not.

Do You Need To Play the First Bravely Default Before Bravely Default 2?

Bravely Default 2 is a new entry to the franchise

Despite the misleading title, Bravely Default 2 is actually the third entry for the franchise. The first game, Bravely Default, was followed up with a sequel titled Bravely Second. Bravely Default 2 is meant to be seen as a rebirth to the franchise by the creators after Bravely Second received a poorer reception than expected.

Similarities Between Bravely Default 1 and 2

Both games features Crystals

Similarly to the first game, the heroes in Bravely Default 2 will be working to restore crystals back to grace. Restoring the crystals gave a support skill slot to the previous game, but it is still unknown what it will provide in Bravely Default 2.

Both games makes use of the Job System

The Job system is a system that allows your characters to change their abilities according to the chosen class (Job) that was assigned to them. A character that was a warrior will be able to cast spells if that character's class is changed to a spell caster and vice versa.

What is the Job System?

Bravely Default 2 Related News

Bravely Default 2 News and Info

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• BD2 Soundtrack

  Updated 4/6/2021

  Check here for details on the soundtrack and where to listen to it!

• How Long is the Game?

  Updated 3/22/2021

  How long does an average playthrough of BD2 take? We have the answers!

• New Features in BD2

  Updated 2/26/2021

  Check out all the new features and changes in Bravely Default 2!

• Release Date

  Updated 2/16/2021

  Learn when the game releases and what else you can do while waiting for the official release!

• Final Trailer

  Updated 2/17/2021

  The final trailer for Bravely Default 2 has been released! What does it reveal about the game's story?

• Demo Download Guide

  Updated 2/16/2021

  Download the demo and explore the all the features of Bravely Default 2!

• Does BD2 Have a Collector's Edition?

  Updated 2/17/2021

  Check out all the info for any special editions of Bravely Default 2

• Pre-order Bonuses

  Updated 2/16/2021

  Check out all the preorder bonuses before the game comes out and get yourself your own copy!

• Do You Need to Play Bravely Default Before BD2?

  Updated 2/26/2021

  Is Bravely Default 2 a sequel? Learn about the order in the Bravely Default series!

• Is Multiplayer Returning?

  Updated 2/26/2021

  Will the controversial multiplayer feature make a comeback in Bravely Default 2?

• BD2 Available Platforms

  Updated 2/26/2021

  Check here to see which systems you can enjoy Bravely Default 2 on!