Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream

 PlayStation 4
User Score
9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 103 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 90 out of 103
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 103
  3. Negative: 9 out of 103
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  1. maki2
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    I am submitting this article from Japan with the help of translation software. This was an ideal Atelier game, with all elements of the game being of a high standard. The return to a turn-based system was a deep battle utilizing Atelier's original items, and was desired by many users of the series. The game is also very impressive because it is beautifully organized, without theI am submitting this article from Japan with the help of translation software. This was an ideal Atelier game, with all elements of the game being of a high standard. The return to a turn-based system was a deep battle utilizing Atelier's original items, and was desired by many users of the series. The game is also very impressive because it is beautifully organized, without the awkwardness between the main story and character episodes that was a problem in the previous ryza 2 game. The puzzle system, which was the best in the past, has been adopted for the mixing system, so you can fully enjoy the ingenious Atelier style of enjoyment. In the story, there are many characters with great personalities, which is really ideal here.… Expand
  2. tngo
    Apr 21, 2022
    10
    Very underrated and Atelier Sophie 2 was some of the best JRPGs ever made. Great music and combat!
  3. Txustra
    Mar 8, 2022
    9
    Another great improvement in the Atelier series with the best animations up to date with outstanding visuals and superb music. Love all the characters in this sequel.
    You can read my spanish review here: https://www.vidaopantalla.es/2022/03/analisis-atelier-sophie-2-the-alchemist-of-the-mysterious-dream/
  4. OhNoItsSenpai
    Mar 9, 2022
    8
    Was already happy to see they were making another game for my favorite one in the series, but was also skeptical based on how much I hated the Ryza games which other's seemed to love so much. Glad to say that this one is a return to normal. No more spoiled children destroying home and family. No more complexity for complexity's sake. No more days passing in the literal blink of an eye.Was already happy to see they were making another game for my favorite one in the series, but was also skeptical based on how much I hated the Ryza games which other's seemed to love so much. Glad to say that this one is a return to normal. No more spoiled children destroying home and family. No more complexity for complexity's sake. No more days passing in the literal blink of an eye. Just some good old fashioned alchemy with one of the best (if not the best) alchemist in the game. There are plenty of additions to make the game feel fresh of it's part one, and the story is interesting without any wash cloth characters to drag it down. The graphics look fine, and the music doesn't quite feel as good as the previous one but nothing bad is in there either. It's a great game, that I'm happy to have in my collection!… Expand
  5. Eriet
    Mar 29, 2022
    8
    Surprisingly fun and cool jrpg game.
    I'm new to this series, but this game is so good that I'm going to play even the other games of the whole franchise very soon.
  6. Mnrtn
    May 20, 2022
    10
    Taking a break from the Ryza series we are back to Sophie's, which is really great. Welcome back Sophie!
  7. Rasecnort
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    One of the BEST Atelier and GUST games. Really good story, amazing characters, good combat and stunning places and music.
  8. LtShinySides
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    Wow This Game is Amazing. It Fixes Every Issue I Had With the First Game. It Plays and Runs So Smooth. It Looks Incredible. This So Far is the Best Atelier Game To Ever Come Out.

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#8 Best PS4 Game of 2022
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#9 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2022

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. PSX Brasil
    May 7, 2022
    95
    Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream is a masterpiece by Gust and the best game in the franchise so far. All elements work to perfection to deliver a rewarding experience. There's an amazing cast of characters, great story and the best combat, alchemy and exploration systems ever seen in the series.
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  2. GameCritics
    Apr 11, 2022
    90
    Year in, year out, the Atelier series never fails to top itself. Atelier Sophie isn’t just a check-in with beloved character — it manages to meaningfully increase our understanding of that character by giving her the chance to interact with her closest companions in an entirely new context. For fans of the franchise, this is one of the most satisfying experiences that Gust could have offered, and for anyone looking for a chill, accessible JRPG, it doesn’t get any better than this.
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  3. Meristation
    Mar 27, 2022
    85
    The new entry on Atelier Series brings not only one of the most charming main characters in the franchise on a new adventure but also the classic turn system and alchemy mechanics with new features that results in a remarkable title.
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