.hack Part 2: Mutation is the continuation of the .hack saga from Vol. 1, expanding on the OVA .hack: Liminality in a 30 minute bonus DVD! The characters from the .hack: Sign animated series make an appearance, plus addtional features have been added to the Grunties on the field. You'll even find a bonus Mini Game called Grunty Race!
Features
Exciting Battles - Experience much more exciting battles by utilizing higher level skills from the new set of equipments that are available! Also improved party member AI programming for Chat Commands allow for advanced battle tactics.
New Comrades - Obtain member addresses from Nuke Usagimaru, Marlo, Rachel, Moonstone, and Wiseman!
Grunty Race - Participate in Grunty Racing with the Grunties you have raised in each of the towns! Winners will receive great prizes!
New Summoning Magic - The following summoning magic will be available:
Rod of Pattern: Yarthkins Ch (Level 2 Magic)
Wryneck Ch (Level 2 Magic)
Fishskin: Merrows (Level 1 Magic)
Expert Wand: Vulcan (Level 1 Magic)
Great Elite: Lanceor (Level 1 Magic)
Lanceor Ch (Level 2 Magic)
Evolution of the Bracelet - The Bracelet evolves to a higher level with the additional skill, "Drain Ark" which Data Drains multiple enemies at once!
Additional Chat Reactions - Chat reactions for team members have been added for a more "human" experience!
Area Revealed in the OVA - Find the secret area in the OVA that is packaged in the game to get a rare item!
Hidden Summoning Magic, "More Goblins!" - A level 2 summoning magic will become available in the next round of tag with the Golden Goblins!
Higher Level Offensive Magic:
Treasure Wand, Gaia's Staff: OrGan Don (Level 3 Magic)