Psychonauts 2

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7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 956 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 219 out of 956

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  1. alexaad
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Absolutely great game. It is hard to believe, but it is even better than the first game. Have the same awesome feeling like 20+ years ago, when was playing timeless Lucas Arts adventure games.
  2. matieke
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, this is the first game in 10 years that brought me the joy like I had when playing Ratchet and Clank as a kid. This game sets the bar of what art direction in a game should be. The controls are tight and fun. For the amount of abilities you get in the game, it still manages to make every one of them unique and useful. The level design is top notch. The bossThis game is a masterpiece, this is the first game in 10 years that brought me the joy like I had when playing Ratchet and Clank as a kid. This game sets the bar of what art direction in a game should be. The controls are tight and fun. For the amount of abilities you get in the game, it still manages to make every one of them unique and useful. The level design is top notch. The boss fights are really good. This is the prime example of what a game is, pure fun the whole way through.… Expand
  3. Ademali
    Sep 9, 2021
    8
    Great platforming game I suggest it for all who loved that kind of game,it's really good
  4. Castrolias
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    One of the best games of the last couple of years. It plays like a fever dream I did not want to wake up from. The writing is delightful and the level design consistently amazing. Sure the combat is a little clunky and simplistic but everything else makes up for that in every regard.
  5. Shikakai1
    Sep 13, 2021
    9
    Psychonauts 2 is a masterpiece :) i love psychedelic games and this game is full of sympathic characters and wonderfull worlds out of mind... i get fat laugh kicks....the only critic i have is the boss fight in cooking area..... but still wonderfull game.... see how long we will wait for the next one
  6. Arthur01
    Aug 30, 2021
    8
    Pontos positivos:

    - Jogo muito bem otimizado e polido, bugs praticamente inexistentes. - História boa e envolvente - Criação de cenário excelente, especialmente os mundos mentais que representam muito bem a personalidade, gostos e a vida de cada pessoa dentro do jogo. - Combate bom com várias habilidades disponíveis para usar e melhorar. - Boa interação com cenário principalmente em    Pontos positivos:

    - Jogo muito bem otimizado e polido, bugs praticamente inexistentes.
    - História boa e envolvente
    - Criação de cenário excelente, especialmente os mundos mentais que representam muito bem a personalidade, gostos e a vida de cada pessoa dentro do jogo.
    - Combate bom com várias habilidades disponíveis para usar e melhorar.
    - Boa interação com cenário principalmente em momentos de combate.
    - Boa exploração de Mundo Aberto.
    - Trilha sonora bem feita
    - "Boss Fights" muito bem feitas.
    - A dublagem dos personagens é excelente e as vozes se encaixam perfeitamente em cada personagem.

    Pontos negativos:

    - Graficamente o jogo é ultrapassado (apesar de "cartoon"), principalmente os personagens.
    - Não tem a opção de escolher níveis de dificuldade.
    - Telas de "loading" em diversos momentos (apesar de não serem demoradas, é algo que atualmente é sempre um ponto negativo).
    - Diálogos repetidos com NPCS.
    - Expressões faciais não muito bem feitas.

    Notas:

    - História: 8
    - Combate: 8
    - Trilha Sonora: 8
    - Exploração: 7
    - Gráfico: 5
    - Inteligência Artificial: 6
    - Criação de cenário: 8
    - Polimento: 9
    - Dublagem: 9
    - Qualidade da animação: 8

    Nota Final: 8.0

    Considerações finais:

    - Eu não estava esperando muito desse jogo e fui positivamente surpreendido. O jogo é bom em muitos aspectos e ruim em alguns. Com certeza vale a pena experimentar através do Xbox Game Pass.    … Expand
  7. Krestomansi
    Sep 10, 2021
    10
    Мне интересно посмотреть в глаза людям, которые жалуются на отсутствие русской озвучки. 21 век, пора выучить уже английский. Это небольшая инди студия, которая переносила свою игру в течении 7 лет и вы так к ней отнеслись! Игра шедевральна, 10/10.Мне интересно посмотреть в глаза людям, которые жалуются на отсутствие русской озвучки. 21 век, пора выучить уже английский. Это небольшая инди студия, которая переносила свою игру в течении 7 лет и вы так к ней отнеслись! Игра шедевральна, 10/10.
  8. Szermac
    Sep 6, 2021
    10
    Best platformer in this century :D Just beautiful, fun gameplay, extra characters. Must have!
  9. RaistlinGamer
    Aug 27, 2021
    8
    Penso che Psychonauts 2 sia un buon gioco nella sua categoria di appartenenza, e cioè Platformer game! Riprende le macchine del primo, svecchiandole aggiungendo un gameplay molto più fluido! I personaggi sia il protagonista che i comprimari sono tutti molto ben caratterizzati. Certo ci sono cmq piccoli difetti, come alcuni cali di frame rate, poca reattività nel comando di evasione,Penso che Psychonauts 2 sia un buon gioco nella sua categoria di appartenenza, e cioè Platformer game! Riprende le macchine del primo, svecchiandole aggiungendo un gameplay molto più fluido! I personaggi sia il protagonista che i comprimari sono tutti molto ben caratterizzati. Certo ci sono cmq piccoli difetti, come alcuni cali di frame rate, poca reattività nel comando di evasione, durante i combattimenti e che è un mix di tanti giochi messi insieme, e che purtroppo non è per nulla originale! Lo consiglio cmq perché è molto divertente e piacerà sicurante agli amanti del genere.… Expand
  10. Knarfu
    Oct 31, 2021
    9
    Excellent level design, interesting characters, and a well-written story with a surprising amount of heart.
  11. Stormwolfred
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Improves on what was already a fantastic game. It brings back what the video game industry has been lacking for a decade.
  12. Alvaropio
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Muito bom, fodastico e lindo. Goty com toda certeza, melhor jogo da história
  13. pahoxa
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    Here's how good the original Psychonauts was and still is: Psychonauts 2 is a very pale imitation and is still game-of-the-year material. Now to offer some fair criticism: the overworld does not play into the story at all. We visit Psychonauts headquarters and some of the surrounding area, but there's little-to-no significance to anything that happens outside of a character's head. That'sHere's how good the original Psychonauts was and still is: Psychonauts 2 is a very pale imitation and is still game-of-the-year material. Now to offer some fair criticism: the overworld does not play into the story at all. We visit Psychonauts headquarters and some of the surrounding area, but there's little-to-no significance to anything that happens outside of a character's head. That's the biggest failing of Psychonauts 2. It turns every character problem or conflict into an unearned, weightless one-two punch. 1. Here's a character with a problem/conflict. Better go in their head. 2. Now that you've gone in their head and gotten some context on the problem, their problem is solved. Once you pop back into the real world, any relevant connected characters will immediately walk on-screen and express that any related conflicts or problems are also solved. It's impossible to shake the feeling that nothing happens in Psychonauts 2, despite a lot of very plot-heavy stuff going on. The gameplay has its quirks and rough edges, but frankly it's the story, characters, humor, and world design that we're here for. And much of it succeeds, despite its flaws. It's just sad to consider that the original Psychonauts' summer camp adventure felt like 10 times the high-flying spy adventure than we got when we actually went to the spy headquaters and met a ton of other spies embroiled in a big spy conflict. Psychonauts 2 ultimately spreads itself a bit too thin, sometimes in the wrong places. But again, it stands to be emphasized: Psychonauts 2 could have twice this many flaws and half as many strengths while still being twice the game that any AAA studio has put out in the last 10 years.… Expand
  14. Mister04
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Great game
  15. foxmulder34
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    ponys attacking the game lol it is amazing they are salty, the game deserves goty, gameplay is great, voice acting is amazing!
  16. aceKs_33
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Jogo incrível!!!!
    Continuaram as histórias do 1 jogo de maneira sensacional.
    Ótimo lançamento para o Gamepass :D
  17. Salvadorenorico
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Loving the game so far, atmosphere,music, gameplay,story line and it has some really fun parts with real creative design.
  18. kebab666
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    It's a cool game but it doesn't fit in the gaming industry currently. We need more games like fortnite and cod.
  19. Cebuk
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Un nivel de imaginación fenomenal, top 5 de los mejores juegos de este 2021.
  20. DanteSGames
    Aug 26, 2021
    8
    PLEASE SONY FANS, DON'T DO REVIEW BOMBING, I HAVEN'T PLAYED IT YET BUT I WANTED TO TELL YOU SOMETHING, IT'S ANNOYING THAT YOU GUYS DO THIS, BECAUSE IT'S NOT FAIR, IT'S AN IDIOTIC JUSTIFICATION TO SAY THAT A GAME IS BAD JUST BECAUSE IT'S FROM A DEVELOPMENT STUDIO WHICH XBOX OWNS, IT'S SILLY GOODBYE, EVERY CONSOLE OR COMPANY HAS GOOD GAMES, NOT BECAUSE IT IS FROM A BRAND, THESE MUST BE BADPLEASE SONY FANS, DON'T DO REVIEW BOMBING, I HAVEN'T PLAYED IT YET BUT I WANTED TO TELL YOU SOMETHING, IT'S ANNOYING THAT YOU GUYS DO THIS, BECAUSE IT'S NOT FAIR, IT'S AN IDIOTIC JUSTIFICATION TO SAY THAT A GAME IS BAD JUST BECAUSE IT'S FROM A DEVELOPMENT STUDIO WHICH XBOX OWNS, IT'S SILLY GOODBYE, EVERY CONSOLE OR COMPANY HAS GOOD GAMES, NOT BECAUSE IT IS FROM A BRAND, THESE MUST BE BAD BECAUSE YES, REMEMBER HOW THEY FELT OR FEEL WHEN THEY SEE THAT A PLAY TITLE DOES THE SAME TO THEM.
    IT IS AN INJUSTICE TO ANY GAME, BESIDES MOST OF YOU HAVE NOT EVEN PLAYED THE GAME, PLEASE, DO NOT DO THIS, I SAY THIS FOR EVERYONE, STOP THE SONYERS, XBOXERS AND NINTENDEROS, BY GOD, WE ARE BROTHERS, WE ARE A COMMUNITY THAT MUST BE UNITED, YOU AND EVERYONE DO NOT GAIN ANYTHING BY GIVING A BAD RATING TO A GAME, PLEASE DO NOT BE SILLY, THANKS TO THOSE WHO UNDERSTAND    … Expand
  21. EduFiGreat
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Es realmente un excelente juego, cada uno de los mundos son extremadamente originales, el gameplay es algo fácil, pero los acertijos y la gran variedad de tipos de juegos, aunado al gran humor y la gran inteligencia con la que toca temas complicados, hacen que te diviertas a montones.
  22. BM_Kada
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Un juego demasiado entretenido, llevo un par de horas y la locura de los stage es genial. Lo estoy disfrutando demasiado. La música que lo acompaña hace recordar a los tiempos de rare en n64.
  23. grreaper
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Великолепная игра.
    Именно этого я и ждал все эти 16 лет в Азкабане!
  24. TheMay1988
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    this game is amazing. Don't be stupid ponies with your review bombing! Stop doing this!
  25. LearningTacos
    Sep 22, 2021
    9
    Amazing game story is bit weird and some levels get kinda dragged on but other than that amazing platformer
  26. ObeeJuan85
    Sep 29, 2021
    9
    This is a great early 2000's platformer with a modern coat of paint. Good story with excellent characters.
  27. JACO052
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Una imaginación desbordante tanto en el diseño de niveles (con una dificultad bien ajustada) como en la parte artística es donde más se han lucido, hace mucho tiempo que no veía un juego que tuviera tanto carisma. Por otro lado como algo negativo es la poca variedad de enemigos y lo poco interesantes que son. Pero por lo demás es un excelente juego, y encima lo he podido disfrutar en gameUna imaginación desbordante tanto en el diseño de niveles (con una dificultad bien ajustada) como en la parte artística es donde más se han lucido, hace mucho tiempo que no veía un juego que tuviera tanto carisma. Por otro lado como algo negativo es la poca variedad de enemigos y lo poco interesantes que son. Pero por lo demás es un excelente juego, y encima lo he podido disfrutar en game pass.… Expand
  28. Zer0TheHer0
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    I really wanted to love this, but I can't play it.
    Mouse controls are deeply flawed. They're not 1:1 - what I mean is, they have a certain sensitivity when you're moving the mouse in an angle in front of Raz, but if you move more the sensitivity gradually decrease and you need a bigger movement (ie doing a 360°).
  29. lier
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    За 15 лет не смогли выучить английский язык. Ну и ну, в игру не играл но решил поддержать оценкой, а то гусей неграмотных поналетело.
  30. Wut1234
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Will give a well deserved rate to this game because it is trully a masterpiece.
  31. adaniil2
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    Игра отличная, и так как я не ретард, я не стану ставить отличной игре 0 баллов из-за отсутствия русского языка.
  32. Woua
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    You need to play the game to write a review _ only bad point is there is only one voice language
  33. Luquitass
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Es divertidísimo hace mucho que no disfrutaba un juego tanto como esté recomendadisimo
  34. orr12345
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    97% recommended on Steam 4.8/5 on Microsoft Store
    Please don't believe this ****
  35. amitavapushilal
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Playstation players are review bombing this game. This game is a really fun experience and worth a 9.5 score. SEE THE CRITICS AND NOT THE USER SCORE
  36. Suuyup
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    Bom jogo, postando 5 para ajudar o game e tirar esses bostinhas de sonysta tentando arruinar a pontuação
  37. Gaudy
    Sep 20, 2021
    9
    No lo tenia pensado jugar, ni comprarlo, pero ya que todo el mundo hablaba de el y lo tenia en el Game Pass pues lo aproveche. ¡Y vaya sorpresa! Graficamente puede parecer un poco obsoleto pero no necesita mas, es genial como es. Los escenarios son geniales, enormes, tremendamente variados y divertidos. Los personajes se hacen de querer incluso si no jugaste a la primera parte. La historiaNo lo tenia pensado jugar, ni comprarlo, pero ya que todo el mundo hablaba de el y lo tenia en el Game Pass pues lo aproveche. ¡Y vaya sorpresa! Graficamente puede parecer un poco obsoleto pero no necesita mas, es genial como es. Los escenarios son geniales, enormes, tremendamente variados y divertidos. Los personajes se hacen de querer incluso si no jugaste a la primera parte. La historia tiene peso y esta basante bien. Horas y horas de diversion . Muy recomendable sobre todo para amantes del genero.… Expand
  38. whitestafrican
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This is simply a great game! Sad people have to review bomb it for no apparent reason! Metacritic NEED to have a better system to avoid this! The real score is what the critics score is!!!
  39. khoitran101507
    Dec 10, 2021
    10
    Really nice game, highly recommend for everyone. I played it on xbox game pass on pc and everything is perfect.
  40. ashutoshnegi
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    game is fantastic has some glitches on UI but apart that it is best games comes out this year lately.
  41. Ariseinthepire
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    Insanly polished game that respects my time.

    so sad about the review bombing

    expect a great time and fun platform, no need to play the first game either.
  42. puuy
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Un juego imprescindible para este 2021, es increíble su apartado de niveles y la creatividad que obtiene es hermoso.
  43. Beyu
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Impresionante secuela del clásico juego Psychonauts. Muy recomendable para los fanáticos de los jugadores originales o nuevos. Este es el primer contendiente para el increíble juego de plataformas GOTY 2021
  44. konan_
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    From honest PS fan Psychonauts 2 is better than Ratchet & Clank.
    Psychonauts 2 have better story and better gameplay
  45. Rashurien
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    O jogo é muito divertido e tem uma vibe de jogos clássicos mas isso não deixa ele ruim, pelo contrário, o fator nostalgia junto com o jogo deixa ele perfeito, fora a diversidade de fases, personagens, inimigos, diálogos, habilidades, é o melhor jogo de plataforma que já joguei
  46. Probka
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Как же вы задолбали! Хватит ныть насчет руского языка. Разработчики не обязаны вам ничем. Да есть моменты с неизвестными словами но нестолько чтобы совсем ничего не понять. Китайского, индийского тоже нету но что-то я не вижу много негативных комментов про это только наши. Видети ли мы самые звезданутые подавайте нам все, нам и только нам. Народ вы в норме? Тем более это не разработчикКак же вы задолбали! Хватит ныть насчет руского языка. Разработчики не обязаны вам ничем. Да есть моменты с неизвестными словами но нестолько чтобы совсем ничего не понять. Китайского, индийского тоже нету но что-то я не вижу много негативных комментов про это только наши. Видети ли мы самые звезданутые подавайте нам все, нам и только нам. Народ вы в норме? Тем более это не разработчик решает а Microsoft и они посчитали что игра не стоит свечь и не выделили бюджет на другие переводы кроме как стандартных. И сейчас когда вы засираете игру они тем более не виделять деньги на перевод посчитав этот проект провальным.

    ps - В нынешнем мире не жить без английского так что идите и доучивайтесь а не в игры играйте, в вечернюю школу ВПЕРЕД !    … Expand
  47. ItzTigerHot
    Aug 30, 2021
    9
    Игра реально хороша в геймплее и в сюжете, но не без косяков разумеется! Может и без русской локализации, но ребят, я помню другие игры, которые тоже были без русской локализации! Вспомним тот самый Geometry Dash, вы сразу скажете, "что это плохая игра и никому она нафиг не нужна, она без русской локализации!" Вы реально глуповаты? Или Friday Night Funkin'-тоже без русской локализации, ноИгра реально хороша в геймплее и в сюжете, но не без косяков разумеется! Может и без русской локализации, но ребят, я помню другие игры, которые тоже были без русской локализации! Вспомним тот самый Geometry Dash, вы сразу скажете, "что это плохая игра и никому она нафиг не нужна, она без русской локализации!" Вы реально глуповаты? Или Friday Night Funkin'-тоже без русской локализации, но есть моды, которые можно скачать с Gamebanana. Самая старая игра от PopCap Zuma-тоже без русской локализации. Я уже не говорю про лицензионные диски на старых консолях (PS1, PS2, XBOX, GameCube), они тоже без русской локализации, но кто делает русскую локализацию, правильно, наши русские пираты! В итоге получается, что рассуждать локализацию-это глупо, просто глупо! Ладно в первой части есть русская локализация, но в Стиме она попросту нету, и что в этом поможет, правильно, самим скачать эту локализацию! Приведём пример, Spyro: Reignited Trilogy-без русской локализации, но её можно скачать (кстати, MechanicsVоiceOver показали трейлер русской озвучки), Crash Bandicoot: N.Sane Trilogy-тоже без русской локализации, но также можно скачать, все части Jacbox Party Pack-тоже самое (каждую локализацию по вкусу добавляете)! Так что ребят, если не будет русской локализации, то будем ждать релиз либо от этих людей (я об MechanicsVoiceOver), либо если вы мечтаете также делать русскую локалицию, то можете это делать самим, собрать людей для озвучки, программировать, а ваши бомбинги, оставленные вами не идёт ни в какие ворота! ЗРЯ вы наехали на игру, которая она без русской локализации, и наверное у вас мнение немного поменяется, да и оценки тоже!… Expand
  48. PrepMuffin
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Тупая русня не может в английский и топит великолепную игру негативными оценками, hahaha pathetic

    Instant freaking classics
  49. hamsterwish
    Sep 4, 2021
    10
    Really great game, love the jokes. Locations like campus gives me a lot of nostalgia. Dev's team worked well, also a story continued pretty well. 10+
  50. habened198
    Sep 20, 2021
    10
    Psychonauts 2 brings some plot resolution to the series, but the vehicle is an incredibly disappointingly clunky story that feels too short to give anything close to satisfaction. The writing seems to come from a school of first introducing a character and then immediately solving all of their problems. There is little-to-no room for any relationships or character arcs to develop. Would IPsychonauts 2 brings some plot resolution to the series, but the vehicle is an incredibly disappointingly clunky story that feels too short to give anything close to satisfaction. The writing seems to come from a school of first introducing a character and then immediately solving all of their problems. There is little-to-no room for any relationships or character arcs to develop. Would I play Psychonauts 3, no matter how much it costs? Yes, absolutely. But let's be clear: Psychonauts 2 is a regression in storytelling (the first was much, MUCH stronger) and a lateral move in terms of gameplay (at best). Really, the gameplay and platforming is so old that it drags down an otherwise positive (if deeply disappointing) experience.… Expand
  51. Maksper
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Что может быть лучше, безумнее и атмосфернее чем psychonauts? Конечно, psychonauts 2!. Печалит, что не нашлось денежек для локализации игры, но с руссификатором от наших друзей фанатов игра заиграла полными красками.
  52. GrimSparrow
    Oct 24, 2021
    9
    Потрясающая игра как и первая часть столь же интересная, потрясающий юмор. Картинка выросла в разы и от того получила еще больше шарма. Отсутствие русского, конечно, немного негативит, но не считаю это проблемой играл с английским все отлично!Потрясающая игра как и первая часть столь же интересная, потрясающий юмор. Картинка выросла в разы и от того получила еще больше шарма. Отсутствие русского, конечно, немного негативит, но не считаю это проблемой играл с английским все отлично!
  53. Emibariba14
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    Muy buen juego, cumple con la expectativas, muy entretenido y divertido muy recomendado
  54. santiagoos1994
    Dec 9, 2021
    10
    Amazing game with a lot of old mechanics in platform games that are not very common today, also the creativity in level design is amazing.
  55. TitaniumDragon
    Feb 14, 2022
    8
    Psychonauts 2 is the very, very long awaited sequel to Psychonauts, a game about a kid who ran away from the circus to go to a psychic summer camp. It was a quirky 3D platformer of the kind that existed back in the day, but which pretty much disappeared.

    Come 15+ years later, Psychonauts 2 was one of maybe two (if you’re generous) 3D platformers to come out in 2021. How times have    Psychonauts 2 is the very, very long awaited sequel to Psychonauts, a game about a kid who ran away from the circus to go to a psychic summer camp. It was a quirky 3D platformer of the kind that existed back in the day, but which pretty much disappeared.

    Come 15+ years later, Psychonauts 2 was one of maybe two (if you’re generous) 3D platformers to come out in 2021. How times have changed.

    Set immediately after the first game and the VR-only Rhombus of Ruin (which isn’t necessary to play, as the game does a recap of what happened during that game), you get to Psychonauts headquarters, only to find out that you are not, in fact, a “real” Psychonaut, but actually an intern. But trouble is afoot (or is that abrain?) at HQ, and as things go on, you uncover a bunch of new secrets that tie back into the first game, as well as expand the universe of the series.

    Psychonauts 2 is a 3D platformer which alternates between real world segments, in a hub world, and going into people’s minds and exploring their mindscapes. These levels are where the real meat of the game is, and are both varied and creative… sometimes.

    See, the problem is, this game varies between “this is a really cool premise for a level” and “this is just a trip through memory lane… again”. This is a problem, because some of the levels are, frankly, only okay. For every level where you go into a quirky cooking show or fight your way through a hospital that is also a casino, there’s a level where you walk through a bunch of quilts and see memories, or walk through a long hallway that consists of a bunch of memories and the locations they took place in.

    This is particularly odd as some of them are of very significant people and events. The first game’s levels were not always the best, but they often had very memorable premises; however, many of the levels in this game are pretty forgettable, even if the game is a bit improved mechanically.

    The humor of the story as well feels weaker. The first game was very Saturday morning cartoon and was very silly, and while this game is also silly, it deals with much darker subjects – like fictional Eastern European dictatorships – that the game ends up dwelling on for a very, very long time. The first game had some darker subject matter, but mostly was lighter and more quirky; this game spent too long in the darkness, I think, and suffered for it.

    It’s not that there’s anything wrong with more serious games – I’ve liked a number of them over the years, after all!

    The problem lies in the fact that the game is fundamentally relying on a bunch of rather silly character designs and a rather silly world, so throwing in too much serious stuff feels like the game is at odds with itself, as you have a bunch of silly-looking characters talking about something that was essentially genocide in a game that isn’t really sure if it is for kids or not.

    All that being said, I thought that it was an interesting experience overall. I did guess the major plot twist very early on in the game, but a number of the levels were interesting, even if some of the others failed to really deliver as interesting of backdrops. The overall platforming was okay, though not amazing – the game is easier than the first game, and more consistent in its difficulty, with nothing like the first game’s Meat Circus floating around to cause you trouble. You have infinite lives and an enormous amount of health if you bother buying the upgrades and searching around a bit, and as a result, the game itself is actually very easy overall. There are some pits you can fall into, but I rarely fell in for any reason other than trying to make jumps I wasn’t supposed to be making.

    The powers you get in this game are decent, but the limit of having only four equipped at once is annoying; you basically always need to have the levitation power equipped due to the float it gives you, and once you get the time power, it is so good that you’d be a fool NOT to have it equipped. That leaves you with only a couple power slots to play with for most of the game, and as a result, some powers ended up getting used far more than others, though all of them were useful at least sometimes.

    The platforming was decent, which is an accomplishment for a 3D platformer, but it never really rose to the level of something like Super Mario Odyssey. Still, it is okay, and better than games like A Hat in Time or Yooka Laylee.

    Overall, this is a decent but not amazing sequel to an older game that had its flaws but also its positive quirks. I liked it well enough, but it’s not the “must play” game that I think it seemed like it might have been at one point. Still, if you did like the first game, this is good enough that it is worth getting; if you haven’t played the first game, and you like 3D platformers, this might be worth a look.    … Expand
  56. Cyber_Angel
    Jul 31, 2022
    8
    Awesome and totally imaginative, it has some confusing sections and infuriating quirks that made me rage-quit at a few times.
  57. gsmcreation
    Dec 30, 2021
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece. Full of charm and creativity, something I've been missing for such a long time. Well done, Double Fine!
  58. PopCultured
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Awesome game! I don’t understand what people are talking about with too many cutscenes. It’s not an FPS, it’s a 3D platform adventure. Once you’re past the first couple levels, there’s a lot to explore.
  59. mikepatyaev
    Jul 7, 2022
    8
    Razputin Aquato, trained acrobat and powerful young psychic, has realized his life long dream of joining the international psychic espionage organization known as the Psychonauts
  60. DXAG
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    buen juego de plataformas no apto para niños rata que pasan en battle royal
  61. portillo12850
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    De los mejores juegos que he jugado, entretenido, divertido y gracioso, un juego unico e irrepetible super recomendado.
  62. mhmdv
    Dec 6, 2022
    8
    A true and a genuine sequel. It's a must play if you enjoyed the first game.
  63. phantom7knight
    Sep 8, 2021
    9
    Great game, super interesting game with crazy amount of creativity. Each level is unique with new ideas brought to life. Would definitely encourage people to give this a shot.

    Cons -Some times few levels kinda drag on a bit longer but nonetheless amazing game. - Combat sucks a bit. - XB Game Store on PC version of this game sucks but Steam doesn't have any issues apparently so    Great game, super interesting game with crazy amount of creativity. Each level is unique with new ideas brought to life. Would definitely encourage people to give this a shot.

    Cons
    -Some times few levels kinda drag on a bit longer but nonetheless amazing game.
    - Combat sucks a bit.
    - XB Game Store on PC version of this game sucks but Steam doesn't have any issues apparently so purchase it on Steam if you can.    … Expand
  64. Lan4er
    Sep 1, 2021
    8
    Отличное продолжение серии!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  65. FDLCGS
    Dec 9, 2021
    10
    A legend in the game world.
    Beautiful artwork.
    Disney anime movie.
    Amazing adventure game.
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  66. MurphyBrandon
    Nov 6, 2021
    9
    Psychonauts 2 improves upon the concepts of the first game in a fun platforming adventure filled with vibrant color and unique personalities. Players will be blown away by the amount of uniqueness and creativity in the game design. There are different ways to approach every combat sequence and, more specifically, defeat each individual enemy. This game might be the perfect game for you ifPsychonauts 2 improves upon the concepts of the first game in a fun platforming adventure filled with vibrant color and unique personalities. Players will be blown away by the amount of uniqueness and creativity in the game design. There are different ways to approach every combat sequence and, more specifically, defeat each individual enemy. This game might be the perfect game for you if you are looking break the monotony of the formulaic gaming industry.
    ... The developers said that adding more languages is not possible because of their strict budget. They're not disrespecting anybody.    … Expand
  67. TonyTJ
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    a awesome resurrection 20 years later i think after psyconauts 5 i should be dead if every part we should wait 20 years
  68. Armin4
    Jan 28, 2023
    8
    a true gem
    story, graphics, characters, gameplay, open world and music are solid
    but it would have been better if the game was shorter ، at the final chapters everything will become a little repetitive
  69. Schlorbz
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    I don't understand these reviews. I never played the first game, picked this up, and had my pants charmed off. Not a perfect game, but easily the best game I've played this year. Strong writing, fascinating level design, and a ton of heart. Do you like platformers? If so, play this game. Do you like good writing, even though you don't love platforming? Probably worth a shot.
  70. Tkellgren
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    Fantastic Game! I recently went back and tried to play psychonauts 1, and while it's still great compared to a lot of 2000's platformer games, it did feel a little too old in its visuals and mechanics to really enjoy.

    I'm happy to say that Psychonauts 2 is a much better version of the first. If you remember enjoying the first one, this sequel stays true to it, with a lot of    Fantastic Game! I recently went back and tried to play psychonauts 1, and while it's still great compared to a lot of 2000's platformer games, it did feel a little too old in its visuals and mechanics to really enjoy.

    I'm happy to say that Psychonauts 2 is a much better version of the first. If you remember enjoying the first one, this sequel stays true to it, with a lot of similarities, but with all the modern quality of life conveniences we all enjoy.

    I'd even pay $60 for it considering the amount of content and how enjoyable it is, but when it's on gamepass for $10 a month, or just $1 for the first month that I paid for just to access this game, it's hard to imagine why you wouldn't.

    Definitely in the game of the year discussion.    … Expand
  71. Welkinz
    Feb 17, 2023
    9
    This game is so good. You can see so much creativity in the developers' minds in each of the levels. Surprisingly it also has a good storyline. It is straight up one of the best platform exploration games.
  72. Shimmeywill
    Sep 4, 2021
    9
    Slow start and middling ending but the middle chunck is a fantastic marriage of gameplay, visuals, music and characters/voice acting.
  73. erimsunlu
    Dec 27, 2021
    10
    It's a such a smart and detailed game both in terms of its story and gameplay. the characters aare so likeable and you can just see how much care they put on this game. the traversal is a bit clunky at times but its still a very fun time.
  74. notor12
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    A perfect sequel to my favorite game of all time.

    You will never find such a variety of unique, engaging, and developed characters, such a great story, such fun and intuitive gameplay, and such overall perfect execution like you will find in Psychonauts anywhere else. Do not listen to the negative reviews. They are wrong. This game is an astounding achievement and I am SO happy    A perfect sequel to my favorite game of all time.

    You will never find such a variety of unique, engaging, and developed characters, such a great story, such fun and intuitive gameplay, and such overall perfect execution like you will find in Psychonauts anywhere else.

    Do not listen to the negative reviews. They are wrong. This game is an astounding achievement and I am SO happy they did not screw this sequel up at all.    … Expand
  75. hunterontoss
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Очень крутая игра, а те кто не знает английский язык, тем надо было давать пиздюлей в 8-ой классе побольше. Когда мама говорила что учите английский пригодиться. Так что вот так. Не фиг ныть иди учить
  76. LuanV
    Dec 21, 2021
    10
    Nunca joguei e nunca havia ouvido falar do primeiro Pshychonauts. Quando vi as indicações a jogo do ano no The Game Awards, resolvi pesquisar sobre, e acabei me interessando, principalmente por ser do gênero de plataforma; já estava no gamepass, não custava nada experimentar. Acabei por ter uma das melhores experiências com jogos no ano.

    Não se enganem pela falta de popularidade do jogo    Nunca joguei e nunca havia ouvido falar do primeiro Pshychonauts. Quando vi as indicações a jogo do ano no The Game Awards, resolvi pesquisar sobre, e acabei me interessando, principalmente por ser do gênero de plataforma; já estava no gamepass, não custava nada experimentar. Acabei por ter uma das melhores experiências com jogos no ano.

    Não se enganem pela falta de popularidade do jogo ou pelas notas dos usuários, Psychonauts 2 é facilmente um dos melhores jogos de plataforma 3D já feitos. Todas as fases criadas são diferentes e divertidas de se jogar; você realmente fica ansioso para descobrir qual será o próximo mundo a ser apresentado.

    A jogabilidade, apesar de não ser complexa e nem muito diferente de outros jogos do gênero, ela é extremamente fluida e divertida; cada movimento é satisfatório de se fazer, e isso é uma característica fundamental para qualquer jogo do gênero. O estilo de arte escolhido também funciona muito bem, no qual consegue transformar até mesmo os coletáveis em algo atraente no mapa.

    E por incrível que pareça, até mesmo a história do jogo é boa, uma característica não muito comum em jogos desse tipo. Para entendê-la não tem necessidade de jogar o primeiro; logo no começo há uma explicação resumida, porém em muitos momentos percebi que se eu fosse fã certamente curtiria as referências e entenderia melhor alguns detalhes - algo normal vindo de uma continuação.

    Há apenas dois pontos que considero negativo: a trilha sonora e a otimização em consoles de 8º geração. As músicas, apesar de combinar com o contexto, são bem esquecíveis e pouco inspiradas; já a otimização nos consoles de 8º geração (Xbox One e PlayStation 4) me pareceu ter sido jogada de lado, pois graficamente Psychonauts 2 é abaixo de muitos se comparado a outros. Um jogo de plataforma precisa de 60fps; jogar há 30fps nativamente é deplorável.

    Contudo, Psychonauts 2 é um jogo obrigatório para quem tem gamepass ou curte jogos de plataforma - mesmo que sua opção de jogar seja há 30fps. Uma pena que não teve o devido reconhecimento nas premiação de 2021.    … Expand
  77. Modax19
    Mar 6, 2022
    9
    This game was excellent, one of the best games of 2021. A worthy successor to the original Psychonauts. Environments are varied and always fun to explore. The story and characters keep things interesting all the way through. The only problem this game has is that it is a bit too easy, definitely easier than Psychonauts 1.
  78. obzhora69
    Feb 6, 2022
    10
    Creative masterpiece. Everything is perfect. Its how AAA games should be. Enjoyed it on gamepass.
  79. KarperJD
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    The creativity of this game is amazing! So many effects and colors! This game is crazy! I highly recommend it.
  80. GandalfCzarny
    Aug 30, 2021
    8
    I love how colorful, creative and complex this game is. This is something, what we really need in gaming industry.
  81. d0ntm1ndm32
    Feb 21, 2022
    9
    One of the best platformers out there and an amazing sequel! Love its art design, the narrative and the humor which contrasts a lot with its bizarre (in a good way) atmosphere.
  82. bravointheua
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    DOUBLE FINE PRODUCTIONS, please add Russian localization.
    I put 10 so as not to destroy the rating of a wonderful game.
    I agree to change the rating after adding the Russian localization. _______________________________________________________________ DOUBLE FINE PRODUCTIONS, пожалуйста, добавьте русскую локализацию. Поставил 10 чтобы не рушить рейтинг замечательной игры. Обязываюсь    DOUBLE FINE PRODUCTIONS, please add Russian localization.
    I put 10 so as not to destroy the rating of a wonderful game.
    I agree to change the rating after adding the Russian localization.
    _______________________________________________________________
    DOUBLE FINE PRODUCTIONS, пожалуйста, добавьте русскую локализацию.
    Поставил 10 чтобы не рушить рейтинг замечательной игры.
    Обязываюсь изменить рейтинг после добавления русской локализации.    … Expand
  83. albatetra
    Sep 6, 2021
    10
    This game is everything what a fan of the series would have expected. It's pure fun, alternated with moment of pure amaze. A 3d platform game, with an amazing story that keeps you engaged for hours at time. Never played something like this in a long, long time. Thanks Double Fine for this stellar release.
  84. kyleb2112
    Sep 13, 2021
    10
    SOMEHOW this lived up to my expectations, and I consider the first one to be in the top 3 greatest games ever made! There are people who can appreciate the towering creativity of these games, and others who can't, and just judge them as just another platformer--and as a platformer, it admittedly is just average. That's not where the genius lies. It's the crazy surreal environments,SOMEHOW this lived up to my expectations, and I consider the first one to be in the top 3 greatest games ever made! There are people who can appreciate the towering creativity of these games, and others who can't, and just judge them as just another platformer--and as a platformer, it admittedly is just average. That's not where the genius lies. It's the crazy surreal environments, concepts and story which set these games apart. These are games where you can enter into a cartoon character's crazy mind, see what makes them tick, and in that surreal landscape you can casually meet another character, go into THEIR mind and find an even larger and more surreal landscape. It does "Inception" better than Christopher Nolan ever even tried, and before he tried. These games remove me farther from reality than any other games, and I give massive credit for that.… Expand
  85. Fallconex
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    One of the most creative games ever made! I liked every aspect of it. It's rich in details, story and characters. Although the controls may seem a little rough, the mechanics and gameplay overall are unique and exciting.
    P.S.: it's so much better with controller!
  86. Batatinha22
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    I
  87. nihilozaur
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Great game, worth to play Really Good i kozak jest bardzo
    Game of the year at this moment
  88. SnakeBagel
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    this game is fun as heck plus it's on Xbox game pass so that's a win for anyone who has that!
  89. lukgouvea
    Sep 5, 2021
    8
    Um bom jogo, um pouco confuso na minha opinião mas extremamente imersivo e divertido
  90. mightybaseplate
    May 31, 2022
    9
    One of my all time favorite games. Beautiful sequel and refining of the original. Most of the problems I had with the original were fixed in this game.

    It's a immersive world with an awesome narrative. Good gameplay, good puzzles, good story, it was a great experience
  91. Araacc
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    no le hagais caso a los rusos de los cojones, juegazo jugadlo. nada más que añadir un saludo
  92. DatGuy1st
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    An amazing game filled with amazing graphics, gameplay, story, and characters.
  93. SabVillain
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    The developers promised a translation into Russian. Finally. Thank you very much.
  94. AlexTayIor
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    The game is great!
    The fact that you are uneducated and do not know the language is not the developer's fault. And putting 0 because of this is at least not correct. This applies to Russian "players".
  95. szeffffff14
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Beautiful level of design. Great story and characters. Best platform ever made.
  96. Edigi
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Amazing sequel that lives up to the original game! Great story and lots to do even when the main story is finished! Was really worried that the gameplay and story would not live up to the original and also that the some of the mechanics would be super outdated but this ended up not being the case, and it ended up having some of my favorite boss encounters in awhile. Would definitely giveAmazing sequel that lives up to the original game! Great story and lots to do even when the main story is finished! Was really worried that the gameplay and story would not live up to the original and also that the some of the mechanics would be super outdated but this ended up not being the case, and it ended up having some of my favorite boss encounters in awhile. Would definitely give this game a high recommendation to anyone that loves great platformers.… Expand
  97. EduuToBa
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Perfecto simplemente perfecto y un gran plataforma para jugarlo con especificaciones gráficas altas el juego se ve precioso, simplemente un joya!!
  98. WanderingVermin
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Um jogo incrível para se jogar, no começo fiquei um tanto quanto perdido, mas logo ao decorrer do jogo vai ficando uma obra prima, vale muito apena jogar.
  99. x3L1TEx
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juego maravilloso el cual he esperado por mucho tiempo estoy muy feliz y me alegra vivir para poder jugar esta secuela y ayudar a Raz en su nueva aventura… Expand
  100. Netsy
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    Thank you for this wonderful adventure, this is a really good game and thanks for the Russian subtitles, thank you!)
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#5 Best PC Game of 2021
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#12 Most Discussed PC Game of 2021

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  1. GRYOnline.pl
    Apr 15, 2022
    90
    If gameplay that's unremarkable at best doesn't distract you from a very original artistic & design direction that's painfully necessary in the video games business. And that makes Psychonauts 2 praiseworthy!
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 17, 2022
    100
    Psychonauts 2 is a bizarre. It's a graphic bizarre, under the tripoid shell of which there is a surprisingly dark core, which forms a great counterweight to humor and lightening of gameplay.
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Oct 22, 2021
    82
    Every detail in the game shows that, despite the 17-years gap between the original game and its sequel, Raz still holds a very special place in the hearts of Tim Schafer and his team. [Issue#255, p.48]
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