- Publisher: Mossmouth
- Release Date: Sep 15, 2020
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
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Oct 1, 2020Spelunky 2 is the definition of an addictive game with its high degree of difficulty, charming world, and sense of randomness. However, addictive doesn't necessarily mean fun and unfortunately, I stopped enjoying it after a few hours even though I kept playing anyway.
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Nov 4, 2020Spelunky 2 is a divisive game. A masterpiece for those who swear by the reward at the end of their suffering, it will be painful and boring for those who want a fulfilling and contemporary experience. Even more difficult than the first game, it is undoubtedly frustrating because of its lack of pedagogy and progressiveness. Even for a game that wants to be difficult, the shock will be rough from the beginning.
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Sep 19, 2020The game is hard as heck, yes, and easily more difficult than its predecessor. But Spelunky 2's design language is also incredibly clear about what's happening and why, in ways that are far more accessible to understand, yet far more diverse and varying in every randomly generated run, than you might find in your average Souls-like game. In some difficult games, I might growl or throw a controller when things go wrong. In Spelunky 2, I regularly bellow a loud sigh-laugh after my worst failings. [Ars Technica Approved]
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 60 out of 82
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Mixed: 12 out of 82
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Negative: 10 out of 82
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Sep 17, 2020Utterly beautiful in the classiest way and impeccable game design to the minutest detail by Derek Yu. The game to top in the next decade.
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Sep 17, 2020
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Sep 18, 2020Spelunky 2 is a great, challenging game that will dazzle both veterans and newcomers alike.