Blasphemous 2

 PC
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. GRYOnline.pl
    Aug 23, 2023
    70
    Blasphemous 2 is a really cool metroidvania, a full-fledged 2D soulslike and simply a good game with appealing pixel-art. It pulls you in and is able to keep the experience fresh.
  2. GameSkinny
    Aug 18, 2023
    70
    Blasphemous 2 is a challenging Souls-like Metroidvania, with a top-notch atmosphere. Unfortunately, it will also challenge your patience, given its confusing plot, intentional vagueness, and repetitive use of the same puzzle platforming mechanics.
  3. TheGamer
    Aug 17, 2023
    70
    I enjoyed my time with Blasphemous 2. I’ve unlocked both endings, scoured and pillaged the entire map, and completed every quest I could find, and, where I found the first game severely wanting in the fun factor, the sequel delivered in spades. Despite this, it’s held back by simplistic quests and bosses so unfair as to taint the whole experience. At certain points, thematic suffering bleeds through the cracks in the fourth wall and becomes part of the gameplay.
  5. PCGamesN
    Aug 17, 2023
    70
    Blasphemous 2 is a well-constructed but ultimately conventional Metroidvania, and while it still delivers on holy grotesquerie and striking visuals, the end result is a sequel that feels markedly smaller in scope.
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  1. 3DJuegos
    Aug 21, 2023
    Blasphemous 2 isn't interested in experimenting. It wants to do one thing, which is metroidvania action, and does it very well. While staying true to the formula, it does however take some room for innovative design within its own limits: worlds that guide the player without taking the fun out of exploring, a variety of pacing and as well as several RPG elements adding some little depth and customization to combat. Overall, it's an immersive journey through a grounded fantasy world with an unique aesthetic and very solid gameplay. A faithful (hah) sequel seeking to improve on every possible aspect [Recommended]
  2. Polygon
    Aug 17, 2023
    Blasphemous 2 is a strong union of narrative and function. Its gloomy world is full of nooks and crannies to explore, and its inhabitants have compelling stories to tell. Its boss fights — arguably the biggest piece of twine — may be frayed, but the slick mechanics and biting themes more than make up for any weakness in the braid.
  3. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    Aug 17, 2023
    Perhaps that comes down to taste, as does Blasphemous 2’s mean and mysterious vibe in general. The cryptic parts will trip up some people more than others, but even as someone who fell flat on their face I can respect the deft weaving of systems into setting - which is, again, excellent. A few reveals made me say "Jesus Christ!" aloud, then chuckle at the appropriateness. I’d had my fill after the 12 hours it took to pay my penance, leaving a few areas unexplored and some mysteries that remain ravelled, but they’re there for those that want ‘em. By the hallowed murmuring of the sacred Archonfraternity: fill your boots.

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#45 Most Discussed PC Game of 2023

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 51 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 51
  3. Negative: 6 out of 51
  1. Wavew
    Aug 28, 2023
    1
    Con 2 horas de juego ya tengo mas que suficiente para una 1º valoración. Simplemente es aburrido.

    Si quieres un metroidvania en    Con 2 horas de juego ya tengo mas que suficiente para una 1º valoración. Simplemente es aburrido.

    Si quieres un metroidvania en condiciones, juega a bloodstained, divertido variado y pensado para no estancar al jugador. Blasphemous solo quiere ser complejo y tedioso, solo quiere que des vueltas y desencriptes cada mensaje ambiguo que encuentres.

    Edito,: Después de intentarlo 2 horas mas, le bajo la puntuacion a 0. Es incluso mas horrible, aburrido y pobre de lo que aparenta en un principio, El combate es una vergüenza lleno de hit-box deficientes, golpes estáticos y pobreza de recursos. Las plataformas (sobre todo las de temporizadores) son del 2005. Además de inexactas y repetitivas.

    Los desarrolladores exigen demasiada paciencia de los jugadores, cuando el vagar sin rumbo ya lo vimos en el 2011. Hay que evolucionar. Si este juego no tuviera la estructura de un "souls" nadie hablaría de el.    … Full Review »
  2. Fixxa
    Aug 26, 2023
    4
    Не очень понимаю смысловой нагрузки в контактном уроне, которые ты получаешь регулярно и чаще всего несправедливо. Особенно в контексте того,Не очень понимаю смысловой нагрузки в контактном уроне, которые ты получаешь регулярно и чаще всего несправедливо. Особенно в контексте того, что наносит он копейки урона, а в игру добавили оружие, теряющее в уроне, если ты получил по лицу.
    Вместо тысячи слов https://youtu.be/P2P9dojwMTY
    Пусть и не часто, но далеко не редко сталкиваешься с ситуацией, когда персонаж просто не проходит дешем на сквозь модельки противника, а сам по себе деш даёт фреймы неуязвимости не против всех врагов в принципе и не против всех видов атак. И узнаешь всё это ты только по факту, когда получишь по лицу.
    Первые три сюжетных босса невероятно унылые и убогие, а в купе с вышесказанным, иногда не справедливые.
    В довершение к этому, игра вынуждает тебя бесконечно и бесцельно бродить туда-сюда. А, ну да, метроидвания же.))    … Full Review »
  3. ninetieth9838
    Aug 25, 2023
    7
    It's a beautiful game with lots of potential, but it fails the most important aspect of a video game. It's not fun. The incredibly pretentiousIt's a beautiful game with lots of potential, but it fails the most important aspect of a video game. It's not fun. The incredibly pretentious tone, droning mood, and apparent lack of music is putting me to sleep. This is not for me.… Full Review »
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