Axiom Verge 2

 PC
User Score
5.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 29
  3. Negative: 12 out of 29

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  1. Rezwalker
    Aug 13, 2021
    5
    Axiom Verge 2 is a nice game but for me its a let down. Exploration is amazing, pixel art is amazing
    etc but combat are a bit boring. You can skip boss's and your weapon are complet garbage and ultra slow.compared to the first one that had a **** of weapon
    its really short
    i was really hype for this release
  2. Babutto
    Aug 25, 2021
    6
    Glad the sequel is out. But it's more like 1.5 then actually a sequel.

    Pros.: - NOTES! The best part of this game and Axiom Verge is questioning the existence: what is the world, what is reality, who are we, what defines us. All these questions and some answers are within the game. It's cool to read the first game notes and compare to the second game notes and events. - Some music    Glad the sequel is out. But it's more like 1.5 then actually a sequel.

    Pros.:
    - NOTES! The best part of this game and Axiom Verge is questioning the existence: what is the world, what is reality, who are we, what defines us. All these questions and some answers are within the game. It's cool to read the first game notes and compare to the second game notes and events.
    - Some music scores are fine.
    - Smooth gameplay - nothing that really annoyed me.
    - The possibility of continuation.
    - Breach travel mechanic.
    - The remark about protagonist seeing people as "monsters" and killing them. That actually is a murder of a real person. Nice ethical questioning.

    Cons.:
    - Too easy. Most weapons are never used actually. As well as some mechanics (hacking enemies - used couple of times to find secrets).
    - Easier and cooler to play as a droid. Most enemies are dumb and you can just run through.
    - Bosses. Where are they? None. Easy.
    - Some music scores are extremely annoying with the vocals.
    - Unfortunately, the story seems like wrapped up fast. As if the developers rushed to release the game. That's why it doesn't leave the feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment. It's more like a huge update for the first game. Depth and drama are missing.    … Expand

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. PC Games
    Sep 25, 2021
    70
    Cards on the table: Metroid is a series that I haven't had too close ties to for a long time. I am rather indifferent. That's why I didn't care about the open surroundings and the focus on hand-to-hand combat instead of firearms - but I understand if some fans of the predecessor would have wished for something else. On the other hand, I find it unhappy how lax and low-tension the fights are. For example, I raked the flying ox on the opposite side with an ice ax until it was dead. In such banal arguments, the joy of victory is limited. There are certainly people who have a better sense of direction than I do, because in some places I was quite at a loss as to where to go next. Here is my tip: If in doubt, go to the breach area. By the way, an all-round good innovation is the teleporting of memory points. That saves Indra a long walk or two.
  2. Vandal
    Sep 8, 2021
    68
    Axiom Verge 2 is a very different sequel that can’t really match the greatness of the original, but that we would recommend to those who enjoy non-linear platformers.
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  3. Multiplayer.it
    Aug 24, 2021
    80
    Maybe Axiom Verge 2 is not the sequel that fans of the first game expected. The metroidvania structure appears to be way more focused on exploration and puzzle solving: a different path for the series, but equally enjoyable once you get to understand it.
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