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  1. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Very funny game like the first game, congrats Double Fine! It's a shame that omeone is trying to review bomb this game.
  2. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Bro, never played the first one but this game is legit.. I mean just try it. Seems like all the zeros are from russians mad no subtitles, the rest ponys for sure
  3. Sep 9, 2021
    10
    The sequel, while released 16 years after the original, have managed to stay true to the original in terms of look and feel, only with richer graphics, and improve upon it in every aspect. I was really excited for the sequel, and big backer of it (got the backpack :), but I was not expecting to love this game so much.

    They dared to introduce so many new critical characters into the
    The sequel, while released 16 years after the original, have managed to stay true to the original in terms of look and feel, only with richer graphics, and improve upon it in every aspect. I was really excited for the sequel, and big backer of it (got the backpack :), but I was not expecting to love this game so much.

    They dared to introduce so many new critical characters into the story, and make daring risky plot twists. But it all worked out so well. The world they have built, and the brains you get to dive into are truly imaginative and very creative. And I fell in love with all the mental health metaphors and projections incorporated into the game. The extra abilities added were fun also. And I loved the OST. The diversity of the bosses made the experience far more dynamic.

    This is simply the best project I backed up, and the game is now one of my all time favorites. This is for sure DoubleFine's masterpiece.

    Only two complains I have are the game can dip at times on PS4, and the text is too small for playing on large screen while sitting in the back. It's designed for playing while close to the screen.
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  4. Sep 15, 2021
    9
    One of the most memorable games I ever played. Graphics and world building were so awesome and immersive. Loved searching and collecting items in the over world and using different abilities to overcome platforming challenges and find secrets. The art direction was amazing. Only thing that kept me from giving the game a perfect 10 was there was a little too much collecting in theOne of the most memorable games I ever played. Graphics and world building were so awesome and immersive. Loved searching and collecting items in the over world and using different abilities to overcome platforming challenges and find secrets. The art direction was amazing. Only thing that kept me from giving the game a perfect 10 was there was a little too much collecting in the levels for me and the combat could get annoying with the fact that you could only equip 4 powers at once when you might need more than that. Expand
  5. Oct 25, 2021
    9
    Psychonauts 2
    Go play this game
    Psychonauts 2 is a 12 an a half hour long 3D platformer and is one of the best games of the year.. Taking place just days after the First psychonauts game, you play as Razputin, theres a moele in the psychonauts so you set out to at first, sneakily get to the bottom of this.. I was impressed with how the game manages to not pretend like you magically
    Psychonauts 2
    Go play this game
    Psychonauts 2 is a 12 an a half hour long 3D platformer and is one of the best games of the year..
    Taking place just days after the First psychonauts game, you play as Razputin, theres a moele in the psychonauts so you set out to at first, sneakily get to the bottom of this..
    I was impressed with how the game manages to not pretend like you magically forgot all of the powers you learned in the first game, you get them all almost instantly with a little hey, remember that thing you can do, that would be helpful here.. as well as introducing new abilities tht make for some interesting puzzles early on..
    And for better or for worse psychonauts 2 feels very much like a PS2 game.. there is no handholding here, The game takes place in a semi open world where you have to find a cast of charcters and enter their minds for the more linear parts of the game.. so you ve to figure out what to do with whatever the previous character told you.. no arrows, no spot marked on the map, just go find them.. but once you do and things get rolling, psychonauts 2 is a blast… now there isn’t as much variety gameplay wise as there was in the first game as you were learning new abilities, so it sticks to straight up 3d platforming with new elements here and there based on the new power, but the game still manages to feel fresh throughout, even throwing you into a cooking show for one level.. and one of my favorite moments when I knew I loved this game was going through this dark forest in search of some bees..
    Theres so much charm here, such a special game..
    My only complaing with Psychonauts 2 is the combat, it just isn’t that fun, you have so many powers but only 4 action buttons so you have to constantly remap depending on certain enemies, and I feel enemies are just so spongy for how much the game asks of you, but there are accessibility optiosn to make you invincible if youre just over a section or don’t care to deal with the annoying combat, but definitely turn this off for boss battles, because these moments are really fun and special and youll be missing out not giving them your all.
    Psychonauts 2 is a really special game full of charm and humor.
    A must play
    I give Psychonauts 2
    an 8.5/10
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  6. Sep 3, 2021
    10
    I think this game is amazing. Simply amazing. I have no idea why it's getting review bombed. Apparently, it doesn't have Russian subtitles. ...So what? I'm Norwegian, but I don't need Norwegian subtitles. Grow up.
  7. Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Great game with a fantastic story and is so much fun to play! Only wish more people would give it a chance to enjoy this gem!
  8. Oct 25, 2021
    10
    Great Game, i really loved it.
    Almost every new level impressed me with its creativiy and love for detail.
    I played the first entry a couple of weeks ago and i can say that everything improved a ton in this new game. The gameplay is a lot of fun, combat and plattforming are at least good compared to other games in the genre. You can do a lot of side missions beside the main story line.
    Great Game, i really loved it.
    Almost every new level impressed me with its creativiy and love for detail.
    I played the first entry a couple of weeks ago and i can say that everything improved a ton in this new game.
    The gameplay is a lot of fun, combat and plattforming are at least good compared to other games in the genre.
    You can do a lot of side missions beside the main story line. I had a lot of fun diving into the world and exploring everything. The hole game kept me occupied for around 30 hours.
    I was really sad, when there was nothing left for me to do, because the characters are lovable and well written in my opinion.
    So...
    If you liked the first game, this will be a blast to you. If you dont know the series yet, but like plattformers, you are also good to go.
    Psychonauts 2 summarizes the main story of the first game, so you dont necessarily need to play it.
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  9. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Game of the year contender so much variety and satisfying gameplay to keep you hooked right to the end 100% completion in the works
  10. Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Aun no lo he probado pero seguro que es un juego maravilloso
  11. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Uchite ruzke, debili
    Uchite ruzke, debili
    Uchite ruzke, debili
    Uchite ruzke, debili
  12. Aug 28, 2021
    10
    From honest PS fan Psychonauts 2 is better than Ratchet & Clank.
    Psychonauts 2 have better story and better gameplay
  13. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Add Russian subtitles, please. Generally add more subtitle options to the game for more languages.
    Currently the best game of the year. Very creative, interesting and in it each level is done differently.
  14. Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Played this after the first game and this is why I ADORE 3D platformers. So glad this came on ps4, the characters, combat and story is the best I’ve seen in any platformer! The mental worlds and use of environmental story telling is perfect, this game came out at the best time. I will say though that yes there are too many collectables, the wall jumping is a bit weird and I kinda wish thePlayed this after the first game and this is why I ADORE 3D platformers. So glad this came on ps4, the characters, combat and story is the best I’ve seen in any platformer! The mental worlds and use of environmental story telling is perfect, this game came out at the best time. I will say though that yes there are too many collectables, the wall jumping is a bit weird and I kinda wish the previous games powers like the shield and invisibility came back. Other than those nick picks, its a fun game but doesn’t get scared to get super DEEP! I am thankful for the disclaimer at the start and that it has an invinciblility mode. All the original voice actors reprise their roles and there really isn’t any character I didn’t like, the interns however felt very forced though. It’s nice to see the old style of the character models in UE4, the whole game felt perfectly paced but when you’ve done the main story and aren’t doing a 100% run its kinda pointless. I yearn for a possible Psychonauts 3, if that means getting an Xbox series S for it, I’m all in for it. Thank you for this artful game Double fine. Now microsoft heres proof that platformers work on xbox how about a voodoo vince 2 or a collab heh? Expand
  15. Sep 13, 2021
    10
    I LOVED the 1st game and this one does a fantastic job on building upon the world and characters the first one set up. The story is full of twists and turns. The characters are fun and relatable. There's a nice balance between comedy, action, adventure, sadness and tragedy. Ift really takes you back to a time when games were full of passion and fun.
  16. Sep 24, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game. Stylistic, fun, well developed characters, inventive. I couldnt avoid comparing the quality to the latest Ratchet and Clank game which has been hyped a lot. Psychonauts 2 is so much more charming in comparison and my kids, 6 and 10 dont want to stop playing it.
  17. Dec 11, 2021
    10
    A great sequel to the incredible game! I was waiting for it since the original game and I'm not disappointed.
  18. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    I'm ashamed by my fellow citizens — it's sad that there's no russian, but it can be added if you buy game well (hitman 3 as example)

    I was waiting for the sequel 15 years and it was worth it — It's a very fun game in dialogues and gameplay as well. Storyline is great, characters are more catchy this time, but stories of the people is less violent then before, that's kinda sad. Gameplay is
    I'm ashamed by my fellow citizens — it's sad that there's no russian, but it can be added if you buy game well (hitman 3 as example)

    I was waiting for the sequel 15 years and it was worth it — It's a very fun game in dialogues and gameplay as well. Storyline is great, characters are more catchy this time, but stories of the people is less violent then before, that's kinda sad. Gameplay is good and diverse, but too easy — especially the bosses. Design is great and overall look is good, tho textures need a little bit more details. Definitely recommend to buy it on a sale if you like platform games
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  19. Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Great game, its sad reading criticism without sense like it isnt out for ps5 and trash talk or bombing it and it is sad this game it is fun a lot of stuff remain intact from the first game, i was just a child when i played the first one and this game feel like the ratatouille critic meme its something worth waiting and something people should see for what it is, a masterpiece.
  20. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Review bombing. 80 percent of these reviews are from salty asś fanboys. Any "I need Russian translation" are fake. The game is maybe a 90, but I will give it a 100 to counter these idiot virgins.
  21. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    One of the greatest platformers ive ever played, heavily improved from the first game
  22. Jan 5, 2022
    9
    Heck yeah Psychonauts 2. Super fun to play, great story and characters, plenty of humor and imaginative design. I love it and you should too
  23. Sep 7, 2021
    10
    Absolutely delivered as a follow-up to the first one with 15 years worth of nostalgia and inflated expectations. Some of the most endearing character writing in a game I’ve experienced. I dream of a remake of the first game with this gameplay and graphical fidelity.
  24. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    One of the best action-platformers! Don't believe those who say this is outdated. A unique world full of crazy (in a good sense of the word) characters, and the gameplay flown with a narrative, makes it feel truly new. It costs every penny on PS4!
  25. 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°).
  26. Sep 3, 2021
    10
    If you didn't like the first Psychonauts, you probably won't like this. If you liked the first Psychonauts, you will love this. It keeps the charm, personality, and humor of the first game while ironing out the kinks in the combat and movement. I'm playing it on a PS5 and it runs pretty well, but from what I understand, on PS4 the frame rate is capped at 30 fps, which is a bummer. The factIf you didn't like the first Psychonauts, you probably won't like this. If you liked the first Psychonauts, you will love this. It keeps the charm, personality, and humor of the first game while ironing out the kinks in the combat and movement. I'm playing it on a PS5 and it runs pretty well, but from what I understand, on PS4 the frame rate is capped at 30 fps, which is a bummer. The fact that most of the negative reviews for this game are from people who are mad that they can't play the game because their language isn't supported speaks to the quality of the actual game itself. Expand
  27. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    I'm just here for the Skittles and yeo.

    Oh yeah, the game is great. You should try it.
  28. Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Отличное продолжение серии!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  29. Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Sad console war people gotta review bomb this. Don't listen to the bad reviews, this game is a masterpiece.
  30. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Awesome Game! The Story is fun and it runs perfectly on Playstation! I rallye love it!
  31. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Jogo é ótimo. Parem com essa Briga de console e vão se divertir. Tudo no jogo e muito bom.
  32. Jun 23, 2023
    10
    Excellent graphics and story, fun game play and levels.
    Wish it was longer. Very enjoyable platinum trophy.
  33. Sep 5, 2021
    10
    Simply said, I’ve waited this game for 15 years, I had big expectations for this one.. tans it has managed to exceed them, this is simply the best game of 2021 so far (for me at least).
    The game is obviously not for everyone, but everyone should definitely check it out and give it a chance.
  34. Sep 27, 2021
    8
    I'm someone who just recently played through the first Psychonauts game to see what all the hype was about and unfortunately I found the first game too dated in its mechanics. It had a lot of great ideas but it was not fun to play.

    The sequel imo is actually fun to play, much much more so in comparison. But even without that comparison, I think it's a very well made game. There is a
    I'm someone who just recently played through the first Psychonauts game to see what all the hype was about and unfortunately I found the first game too dated in its mechanics. It had a lot of great ideas but it was not fun to play.

    The sequel imo is actually fun to play, much much more so in comparison. But even without that comparison, I think it's a very well made game. There is a narrative cohesion in its level design that makes it so special. The dialogue writing also makes that overall story so great too. I found the intern characters annoying but the rest of the characters in which Raz explores the minds of are really endearing. The game is ultimately about the power of empathy and I really empathized with a lot of these characters.

    I think it's one of the most special and best games released this year.
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  35. Apr 22, 2023
    10
    Lo mejor que he jugado en mucho tiempo. Increíble a nivel de diseño y, sobre todo, la estructura de simbolismos y onirísmo surrealista de inconsciente trasladado a un juego. Sencillamente conmovedor.
  36. Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Increible! Es una obra maestra, jugar obligatorio! Dejan los comentarios de los idiotas sony fanboys
  37. May 19, 2022
    10
    Потрясающий проект, вызывающий неподдельные эмоции
  38. Jan 23, 2022
    10
    I will come back to flesh out this review further, but Psychonauts 2 is an absolute MUST PLAY for fans of the action/adventure/platformer genre. Ratchet & Clank was incredible from a technical standpoint, but Psychonauts just has so much... heart. The game touches on complex and uncomfortable topics such as depression, PTSD, and addiction; and it does so in a responsible way. An excellentI will come back to flesh out this review further, but Psychonauts 2 is an absolute MUST PLAY for fans of the action/adventure/platformer genre. Ratchet & Clank was incredible from a technical standpoint, but Psychonauts just has so much... heart. The game touches on complex and uncomfortable topics such as depression, PTSD, and addiction; and it does so in a responsible way. An excellent game and in my top 10 favorites. Expand
  39. Aug 28, 2021
    8
    Same folks that rated a 10 for Xbox version are here giving it a ZERO. Is the game that different tho? I give a 8 cause I already play a lot better games before this one was released
  40. Jul 25, 2022
    10
    Настоящий бриллиант. В Psychonauts 2 есть всё, за что я люблю игры - интересный сюжет, разнообразные механики, безумные многомерные локации, где стены могут стать полом и тд, множество секретов, отличный юмор. А гротескный стиль лишь подчеркивает безумие происходящего. Ну и музыка, само собой.
    P.S. Огромное спасибо разработчикам за локализацию. Возможность играть на родном языке - главный
    Настоящий бриллиант. В Psychonauts 2 есть всё, за что я люблю игры - интересный сюжет, разнообразные механики, безумные многомерные локации, где стены могут стать полом и тд, множество секретов, отличный юмор. А гротескный стиль лишь подчеркивает безумие происходящего. Ну и музыка, само собой.
    P.S. Огромное спасибо разработчикам за локализацию. Возможность играть на родном языке - главный стимул к покупке.
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  41. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    The game is unique and very fun. Don't listen to the sad sony ponies. Give the game a try. Its very enjoyable.
  42. Oct 17, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game, a must play. Dont Listen at the zero rating troll...........
  43. Sep 8, 2021
    10
    Großartiges Spiel! Hatte einen Riesen Spaß beim durchspielen. Eine klare „Must Play“ Empfehlung!
  44. BWT
    Dec 2, 2021
    10
    Я из России, и знаю английский. Насладился игрой. Мой совет всем читающим - учите английской, это поможет вам в жизни.
  45. Mar 7, 2022
    8
    Psychonauts 2 is a great platformer, Psychonauts 2 is a good game. Psychonauts 2 is also not a polished game, at least on Playstation. From Constant.... I mean Constant frame rate drops, characters getting stuck in objects or falling through the floor. Insane load times and wonky camera angles Psychonauts 2 has it's issues. However this doesn't take away from the awesome story and the funPsychonauts 2 is a great platformer, Psychonauts 2 is a good game. Psychonauts 2 is also not a polished game, at least on Playstation. From Constant.... I mean Constant frame rate drops, characters getting stuck in objects or falling through the floor. Insane load times and wonky camera angles Psychonauts 2 has it's issues. However this doesn't take away from the awesome story and the fun gameplay. There is a lot to love about Psychonauts 2. I just wonder if the PlayStation version is not a superior as other ones. I highly recommend this game if you are a fan of platformers. Expand
  46. Aug 28, 2021
    10
    Thank you for this wonderful adventure, this is a really good game and thanks for the Russian subtitles, thank you!
  47. Aug 29, 2021
    10
    From honest PS fan Psychonauts 2 is better than Ratchet & Clank.
    Psychonauts 2 have better story and better gameplay
  48. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    From honest PS fan Psychonauts 2 is better than Ratchet & Clank.
    Psychonauts 2 have better story and better gameplay
  49. Feb 11, 2023
    10
    Great story great humor great game play It's like a Saturday morning cartoon with great humor another classic double fine game highly recommend
  50. Sep 28, 2021
    9
    Undoubtedly one of the best platform games I've played this year.
    Maybe the graphics isn't at the Top.
    But the art direction is absolutely stunning
  51. Apr 18, 2023
    9
    The Psychonauts art-style is still charming but also looks even better. The hub area has multiple big areas to explore for collectible and it is very completion friendly with telling you with check mark if you collected everything in a section of the levels. It also has pop-up notes in the semi-open hub area to tell you how many you currently have and still need to find. Most of the thingsThe Psychonauts art-style is still charming but also looks even better. The hub area has multiple big areas to explore for collectible and it is very completion friendly with telling you with check mark if you collected everything in a section of the levels. It also has pop-up notes in the semi-open hub area to tell you how many you currently have and still need to find. Most of the things also can be obtained as you go through the level the first time with only a few collectibles and upgrade items locked behind Psi-Powers you only obtain later.

    Normally you have plenty chance to upgrade your powers and increase life but you can make it through most of the game without touching purchasable healing items since there is plenty healing scattered throughout the levels. The levels are all unique and crazy like you like and expect it from Psychonauts. It also has plenty of quirky characters to enjoy interacting. The story won't boggle and twist your mind but it's still nice to follow and wonder about. Bosses are also fun.

    Sound design also slaps though in some areas the volume mixing is too high or too low. Just gotta adjust manually on your TV then.

    The only thing not so good was I still fought with the controls at times by the end of it. It just wasn't as crisp as I would wish it to be, especially when it came to wall jumping. The way to open and choose the "wheel of Psi-Powers I also kept confusing where I put which Psi-Power on the shoulder buttons since some Psy-Powers you need regularly while others change often as you explore a new section of the levels but nothing too bad since it's rather forgiving.

    Over all really cool sequel just like we wanted after these years of wait.
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  52. Dec 24, 2021
    10
    اقا نگران نباشید زبان روسی هم به بازی اضافه کردن
  53. Jan 3, 2022
    10
    Why are Russians coming here to review bomb a game from an indie studio that listens to fans? You could just communicate with them directly instead of making yourself look bad to everyone else. Sorry they aren't better salesmen? Shouldn't you rate them on the actual quality of the game? I see ratings with 0 and 1 that say they enjoyed the game... You don't think it might be a littleWhy are Russians coming here to review bomb a game from an indie studio that listens to fans? You could just communicate with them directly instead of making yourself look bad to everyone else. Sorry they aren't better salesmen? Shouldn't you rate them on the actual quality of the game? I see ratings with 0 and 1 that say they enjoyed the game... You don't think it might be a little unhealthy to act like extreme behavior is normal?

    This game is the essence of what I look for in life. Games like this change my thinking for the better. If I could help people the way they do in this game, the world would be a much better place.

    I really want to give a full, honest review, but it almost seems insulting to associate with this ratings page now.

    At least people who see the rating average know they'll either love the game, or they're angry Russians. That seems promising.
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  54. Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Great sequel to one of my favourite games of all time. The ending and some cutscenes are somewhat clunky, but overall it’s great.
  55. May 2, 2022
    10
    Um jogo incrível perfeito uma história legal com personagens muito bem desenvolvidos,junto disso uma ambientação artística o jogo é tão bom que me fez chorar em alguns momentos mais tocantes
  56. Jul 10, 2022
    9
    Amazing project, I never thought that a game with such a childish (sorry) art style can rise such serious and adult issues.

    Cons: 1. Not a fan of an art style. 2. The last boss was not interesting. 3. Combat itself is not the best part of this game. Pros: 1. The main story and the issues this game rises. 2. Characters. 3. I've had lots of fun playing it. I laughed, I even cried
    Amazing project, I never thought that a game with such a childish (sorry) art style can rise such serious and adult issues.

    Cons:
    1. Not a fan of an art style.
    2. The last boss was not interesting.
    3. Combat itself is not the best part of this game.

    Pros:
    1. The main story and the issues this game rises.
    2. Characters.
    3. I've had lots of fun playing it. I laughed, I even cried (a little bit) once! It has a great sense of humor.
    4. Gameplay. It feels like something unique. My favorite part was to check how other characters see Ras :)
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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. PLAY
    Sep 20, 2021
    80
    Held back by some clunky controls and combat, this is a joy to play and a deserving, if somewhat less novel, successor. A truly mind-full delight. [Issue#6, p.84]
  2. Sep 15, 2021
    88
    Psychonauts 2 is a wacky adventure that shows a lot of heart, only a few minor issues become apparent.
  3. Sep 13, 2021
    85
    In this thoughtful exploration into the minds of a damaged group of powerful psychics, you may actually learn a little about yourself. Through all the goofy humor and endless puns there is something special here. Psychonauts 2 is visually stunning at times, and a little repetitive at others, but the soul in this game stands out. The developers at Double Fine Productions took good care to make something special and refreshing.