Soul Hackers 2

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User Score
5.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 44 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 44
  3. Negative: 17 out of 44

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  1. jhaues
    Aug 28, 2022
    10
    Don't pay attention to the ridiculously picky reviews. If you want to get into another fun, extremely addictive, Atlas jrpg this is what you're looking for.
  2. artemk2077
    Aug 28, 2022
    10
    the game seemed great to me, intersting characters, plot and visual style - what else do you need? yes, not so much new has been added to the combat system, why try to fix something that already works?
  3. TadaSanTheBased
    Sep 3, 2022
    10
    Very good game, there's much people (Game journalists/critics) crying cause it's not "peronsa level" and the game really isnt the best MegaTen, but yet it's a good game, the characters were very well constructed, with good personaliity and reasons to fight for MC's cause. The dungeon are not the best, they are labyrinths like in the SMT III, still the opcional dungeon is really cool,Very good game, there's much people (Game journalists/critics) crying cause it's not "peronsa level" and the game really isnt the best MegaTen, but yet it's a good game, the characters were very well constructed, with good personaliity and reasons to fight for MC's cause. The dungeon are not the best, they are labyrinths like in the SMT III, still the opcional dungeon is really cool, reminds me of Mementos, advancing through Soul Matrix unlocks new powers and stories from the past of the characters. The aesthetic of the game was the best part, the ambient sound of Hangout/City, the graphics and facial expressions were the best of MegaTen series.… Expand
  4. TalionSwift
    Sep 7, 2022
    10
    This game is great. The Vibe rocks, the pretitlescreen song opening slapps hard (And the in game music as well). I love the characters, Especially the MC Ringo, atlus should do non silent protags more often she was Great. And its the typical great Atlus turnbased combat, (Also the story is quite good as well.)
  5. Stjepan3203
    Jun 30, 2023
    10
    In my opinion Soul Hacker's 2 is done dirty with these scores. The game it's not perfect but because there is so much unnecessary hate for this title I will give it a 10/10 otherwise my score would have been a 8/10. I played Soul Hacker's 2 on my Steam Deck and having that game portable 60fps medium settings it's very, very nice. The story is well made with some nice plot twists. The mainIn my opinion Soul Hacker's 2 is done dirty with these scores. The game it's not perfect but because there is so much unnecessary hate for this title I will give it a 10/10 otherwise my score would have been a 8/10. I played Soul Hacker's 2 on my Steam Deck and having that game portable 60fps medium settings it's very, very nice. The story is well made with some nice plot twists. The main protagonist Ringo it's charming and not only because you see her back 90% of the time... The gameplay is what you would expect from a Atlus game, very well made and has Atlus written all over it. The game is around 40 hours + or - and I highly recommend going for the true ending, just look up a guide how to get there.

    I think Soul Hacker's 2 it's a new fresh air from the usual Persona and SMT content we would get from Atlus and I very much appreciated it. If you like turn based JRPG's and you are a fan of Atlus IP's, this should be a no brainer.    … Expand
  6. TheGomez569
    Jun 12, 2023
    10
    RecoveryNerd is a certified hacker that helps in funds recovery and I saw how people have testified of how much help he has been to them and me being one of them. I was a victim of a cryptocurrency scam that cost me a lot of money until I came across him and contacted him on his email at recoverynerd@mail.com which he replied immediately. I detailed everything to him, how long it’s beenRecoveryNerd is a certified hacker that helps in funds recovery and I saw how people have testified of how much help he has been to them and me being one of them. I was a victim of a cryptocurrency scam that cost me a lot of money until I came across him and contacted him on his email at recoverynerd@mail.com which he replied immediately. I detailed everything to him, how long it’s been happening and I had deposited a sum of $403,040 USD in the scammer’s website. I never thought it was ever going to be possible for me to recover my money but he proved me wrong. It was really one of the best moments I had, I did not only recover my funds in full, I also learnt a few things from the Agent on how to invest wisely. He is one of the best there is. you can send his a team a message on: info@recoverynerd.net and thank me later… Expand
  7. Belloman
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As I highly appreciate this title, I subscribed mainly to provide a counterbalance to the (legitimate) negative opinions.

    My comment will be brief: I loved almost everything about it, but especially the fact that I felt represented as a 30+ year-old guy.

    This is the first time in my experience that I encountered a game whose characters (in my opinion, excellently crafted) conveyed problems and feelings I can relate to at this stage in my life.

    I believe this game revolves around relationships, both friendly and romantic, from an adult perspective, without the emphasis on family that Western games tend to have. (I'm generally uninterested in Western games, but that's another point.) It's a game with a narrative centered on friends and lovers, well-written and mature. The only character lacking in this regard is Arrow, I fear. But aside from him, the story is about characters and their loved ones, especially evident in the world-building and all the texts that appear during "social links" interactions.

    The ending itself, with its significant lack of depth (probably rushed for budget reasons, as I can't think of another explanation for the criminally disregarded elements of the plot that don't receive resolution), tells a tender story of someone who wasn't emotionally ready to love.

    This review primarily focuses on the writing, so it's time to mention the other pros:

    + The game system is very polished. The team behind Tokyo Mirage Session seems to excel in this field.
    + The Sabbath system might seem dull, but I spent the entire game strategizing when and with which variant to activate it to optimize combat – meaning it is meaningful. In other Megaten games, "all-out attack" and "extra turn" are merely things I aimed for but seldom used. They are a goal rather than a means, and I appreciate means in game design. That said, I'm not disparaging all-out attacks or extra turn mechanics; quite the opposite, I love them.
    + I personally think the soundtrack is great, but I understand that many may not share that sentiment.
    + As previously mentioned, the overall writing and characters.

    Cons:

    - Some elements of the story remain unresolved in the finale.
    - Three dungeons are essentially the same, and while I didn't find it unbearable, I didn't appreciate it either.

    If you have the time and come across a good deal in the store, I recommend giving this title a chance.    … Expand

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Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
  1. IGN Japan
    Sep 27, 2022
    80
    As a hybrid between the occult and technology, Soul Hackers 2 boasts a unique world. The story, which depicts grown-up devil summoners, is its biggest appeal. In battles, powerful Sabbath attacks allow you to clean up all enemies with a single move, resulting in an exhilarating experience. That being said, the high encounter rate and overall tempo of battles do have pacing issues.
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  2. ZTGD
    Sep 20, 2022
    65
    Soul Hackers 2 is a game that compares unfavorably to the recently released SMT V which I consider one of the series best. However, even when viewed on its own merits and nothing else, it falls far short of excellence due to its poor pacing, simplistic combat and endlessly dull dungeon crawling.
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  3. GameCritics
    Sep 20, 2022
    70
    Despite the lackluster mechanics and dull dungeon design, Soul Hackers 2 still has plenty of sheen in its presentation and characters. Ringo is an intriguing protagonist surrounded by a roster of dynamic characters who will keep the player invested as they struggle to save this colorful, neon world. If nothing else, it will serve as a welcome primer to Atlus newcomers, or a welcome draught for those looking to slake their thirst after going through more accomplished ATLUS titles.
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