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  1. Sep 11, 2021
    10
    A very nice game, I recommend everyone who wants to try a different experience of playing!
  2. Aug 29, 2021
    10
    Briliant game. Noble follower to a cult classic from 2005. Technically superb. Not for Russians.
  3. Aug 27, 2021
    9
    un derroche de creatividad en este grandísimo juego, me a encantado sus diseños de niveles y su jugabilidad, sin duda un titulo muy recomendado.
  4. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This game is just beautiful, very smart mechanics in the gameplay and addictive.
  5. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    One of the best games in this year. I love the way that microsoft start this generation.
    Dont be toxic girls... Enjoy your console, or dont cry. its simple. 9/10
  6. Sep 10, 2021
    8
    One of the best 2011 games, im totally surprise, great desing and outstanding story!
  7. Sep 6, 2021
    10
    Jogo incrível!!!!! belos gráficos, ótima história, personagem carismático e a direção de arte é fenomenal.
  8. Oct 22, 2021
    10
    Juegazo imprescindible, muy por encima de la media en cuanto a diseño, madurez, narrativa y originalidad, rebosante de ese humor sarcástico que Double Fine maneja a la perfección. Juégalo.
  9. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Um grande jogo, com temáticas diferentes, vale a pena a jogatina.
    Mostra o comprometimento com o público das antigas.
  10. Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Un juego sobresaliente ... Raro y divertido
  11. Aug 27, 2021
    9
    Una verdadera belleza, muy recomendado, un mundo extraordinario en una mente extraordinaria
  12. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Simply stunning, Double Fine has done an incredible job in bringing this beloved game back to life. The humour is brilliant and very mature but it will go directly over the little ones heads.
  13. Sep 23, 2021
    10
    What a masterpiece. Great story, great gameplay, great graphics and wonderful music and sounds. Congratulations for the great work! It's definitely a must play, and I dont see anyone being even near to it as goty candidate.
  14. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Es increíble, me gustó muchísimo, es un Gameplay pulido y muy divertido, para mí merece una mejor calificación, pero para gustos géneros
  15. Sep 12, 2021
    9
    Definitely worth the 16 year wait! It takes everything from the original and improves it to near perfection.
  16. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Estou gostando muito do game e a double fine é um estudio muito criativo, acho que merecem uma nota melhor (entendo a falta de dublagem pro jogo) agr nota ruim de sonysta não, chora mais
  17. Aug 27, 2021
    9
    Goty contender for sure.. amazing considering this is not my usual genre and I can't put it down. Level design variety gameplay so many great aspects that make the game such a blast
  18. Sep 5, 2021
    9
    Great game, with a lot of amusingly weird levels (the "sixties one" comes to mind, as well as the "theme park ride"), and also a great soundtrack to accompany it all.
    Only minor negative I could mention is that towards to end it begins to get a little bit repetitive, but that is just about it.
  19. Sep 24, 2022
    10
    What a game! I kept seeing this game being mentioned online so i downloaded it off gamepass to try out. Am I ever glad I did. The game is amazing, It really should be a "must-play" here on metacritic.

    It keeps getting better the further you get. The world design is so creative and unique. The levels where you go inside other peoples brains are so fun, cool, and interesting. I can't
    What a game! I kept seeing this game being mentioned online so i downloaded it off gamepass to try out. Am I ever glad I did. The game is amazing, It really should be a "must-play" here on metacritic.

    It keeps getting better the further you get. The world design is so creative and unique. The levels where you go inside other peoples brains are so fun, cool, and interesting. I can't recommend it enough. Cheat and use YouTube walkthroughs if you get stuck, it's definitely worth playing until the end.
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  20. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Amazing platformer, love the concept of the game. Very much a Tim Schafer game.
  21. Sep 3, 2021
    9
    A soul's game this is not. A little on the easy side for me but it is still incredibly fun. The story is hilarious and keeps you interested and there are enough mechanics/collectibles that ensure you are invested until the end.
  22. Sep 21, 2021
    9
    Didn't think I would feel this game it didn't really appeal to me but once I started playing it I couldn't stop this game is really a master piece it's written Soo well I have to say it's amazing without giving the game away and the visuals are better than I thought a must play imo
  23. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Omg this game is gem I've been needing. I love platforming games like this. It's definitely an upgrade and plays perfectly on the series x. The puzzles, the problem solving and the funny refreshing are also a key factor of why this game is awesome.
  24. Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Great sequel, at some point even better than the original game. Amazing graphic design, very interesting plot. Masterpiece.
  25. Dec 10, 2021
    9
    This game should have been the GOTY. Its gameplay is so smooth and responsive, the art style is amongst the best of all time, its characters are iconic and memorable, and the levels are clearly made with passion. This game's storyline is one of the best I've ever seen in any medium.
  26. Mar 2, 2022
    10
    One of my favorite games this year, and one of the most fun 3D platformers I ever played. The history, art direction, and soundtrack shine for me. Loved every second of it.
  27. Sep 8, 2021
    10
    Gráficos 9,5
    Gameplay 8
    História 10 Nota: 9
    Jogo é único e muito criativo.
  28. Sep 21, 2021
    10
    solid 10/10
    GOTY for me for sure.
    good characters and nice story telling.
    well done double fine!
  29. Aug 28, 2021
    10
    psychonauts 2 is the best , I love it , Thanks to Mr. Schafer for this amazing game
  30. Jan 18, 2022
    10
    i hate indie games and everything which looks like indie but this game is awesome, exactly my kind of humor. i am glad that i tried this one thanks to the game pass, the jump n run passages are awesome, story is awesome, the way everything is explained is awesome. each character is awesome. i am glad that i tried it, def a awesome game :)
    and jordonmoli7 is probably someone who fanboys
    i hate indie games and everything which looks like indie but this game is awesome, exactly my kind of humor. i am glad that i tried this one thanks to the game pass, the jump n run passages are awesome, story is awesome, the way everything is explained is awesome. each character is awesome. i am glad that i tried it, def a awesome game :)
    and jordonmoli7 is probably someone who fanboys some specific console, all his reviews are on good xbox games and all are scored 0
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  31. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Psychonauts 2 es una verdadera joya, derocha creatividad y frescura por todos lados, un juego que brilla por luz propia y una oportunidad de alabar el trabajo de Double Fine y Microsoft, uno de los mejores juegos de este año 2021.
  32. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Best game double fine ever made.It is loyal to first one and it has something other games don't; old style fun
  33. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Ótimo jogo, superou minhas espectativas, bem interessante e gráficos minimalistas porém ótimos
  34. Oct 2, 2021
    10
    A Masterpiece... Funny jokes, amazing design et good music... I recommend this game for everyone (and comes free in the game pass)
  35. Dec 21, 2021
    9
    Great game across the board!!! What a joy it was to play this masterpiece...
  36. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Amazing game just as the original was back in the day , it being on the awesome gamepass makes this even more amazing .
  37. Sep 10, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game, loved the first game, and the sequel has not disappointed. The characters, the story, all very well done.
  38. Sep 10, 2021
    10
    it’s a great game. learn english and don’t hate game if you don’t know the language.
  39. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Un juego brutalmente divertido que recuerda mucho a esos años de plataformeo. Me parece muy triste que usuarios de otras plataformas valoren a otros juegos con un 0. Se nota que se han gastado 500€ en una caja blanca cubierta de polvo hasta febrero de 2022. Y encima juegos a 80€, se puede caer más bajo?.
  40. Mar 28, 2023
    8
    Awesome game! The writing is hilarious and Tim Schafer remains a creative genius, with amazing art design and aesthetic. The game can feel occasionally "low budget" in its transitions and cutscenes, and combat is sometimes frustrating, but overall, Psychonauts 2 is by far the best platformer on Xbox.
  41. Sep 22, 2021
    8
    Psychonauts 2 is a one of a kind game.

    The artstyle of this game gives a surreal feeling and this mixed with the atmosphere the game is going for it just gives you pure quality in a artistic way. If you look for a game with the best graphics this will not be your game but if you like the artstyle of this game than you will still constantly say this game looks beautifull just the way it
    Psychonauts 2 is a one of a kind game.

    The artstyle of this game gives a surreal feeling and this mixed with the atmosphere the game is going for it just gives you pure quality in a artistic way. If you look for a game with the best graphics this will not be your game but if you like the artstyle of this game than you will still constantly say this game looks beautifull just the way it is.

    The story of the game is amazing. it amused me the whole game through with constantly giving me new information and a lot of OOOHHH moments. While I havent played the first game it wasn't hard to get into and I felt invested really quickly. Im not going further into the story because its mostly why you should play this game.

    gameplay on the other hand was a bit boring. While the game is not really heavy focussed on combat or platforming it is okay as you can see the devs putted everything in the artstyle and story which hold this game up perfectly in my opinion. What I liked the most of the gameplay was actually the fact that there is no waypoint. Instead of a waypoint the main character often says where he should go to and you have to memorize where that person or location is. This makes you as the player constantly invested in what is told. Meanwhile if you forgot where to go to or the location where someone is you can also open your menu (a textbook) to read where to go. While this may sounds old and lazy this is in my opinion a lot more fun than just go to point A with a waypoint.

    So why should you play this game? You should play this game if you like the artstyle and want to go on a trip to bizarre worlds with a good story attached to it. if you look for gameplay you should look for somewhere else as psychonauts 2 has not lot to offer in that regard and that is fine.

    Why an 8 out of 10? because the game is good and a masterpiece in its own way but not yet a 9 or a 10 as the gameplay does fall behind from other platformers like to say mario. But this game is for sure a must play and especially a must play from gamepass.
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  42. Sep 8, 2021
    10
    Jogo simplesmente fantástico, com fases muito diferentes do normal em jogos até então, e com história muito boa... gráficos diferentes, o que alguns consideram ruim, achei excelente a combinação de gráficos, jogabilidade, músicas e efeitos.
  43. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    buena jugabilidad, buena historia, buen aparta artistico, y lo mas importante muy entretenido
  44. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    It is just exellent, it is maybe the best game to play this year. If you want to play a game that make you to think and discover more about yourself play it!!!!!!!
  45. Sep 1, 2021
    9
    great game, story, characters and wicked level design. only a 9 because some frustrating grabbing and lose platforming some times. was a fun game to play.
  46. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    the Game is amazing and real successes to the first one and reminds me of what made tbe first one great
  47. Aug 29, 2021
    9
    Fun gameplay, amazing artstyle level design. One of the best games 2021, Masterpiece!
  48. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Jogo esta excelente na sua proposta, um dos melhores jogos de plataforma 3D, pra quem curte é um prato cheio, pode jogar que é diversão na certa, e muito bem feito radando lisinho, ótima taxa de fps!
  49. Sep 16, 2021
    10
    The humor in this game is a win in it self, the art style is a huge plus for me. The world building and people all are different in their own way. Good game and a possible GOTY
  50. Oct 16, 2021
    10
    This game looks like a Hollywood mega-production. An incredible and surprising story with excellent game-play and fantastic worlds full of colours and magic. This game is a true gem, an experience no one must lose
  51. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    hoo boy these sony fanboys are real salty

    in an industry that became soulless and creatively bankrupt Psychonauts 2 stands out as a beacon of light there is so much to unpack but il keep this short and simple, one of the earlier levels of the game is a Casino/Hospital hybrid that takes place in a rubik's cube this is just one of many incredible levels this type of creativity is pretty
    hoo boy these sony fanboys are real salty

    in an industry that became soulless and creatively bankrupt Psychonauts 2 stands out as a beacon of light there is so much to unpack but il keep this short and simple, one of the earlier levels of the game is a Casino/Hospital hybrid that takes place in a rubik's cube this is just one of many incredible levels this type of creativity is pretty much nonexistent in most Triple A games.

    Also the writing is top tier which is what you can expect from a tim schafer game from likeable characters, cleaver dialogue, well animated cutscenes and humor, but the biggest surprise for me was how the game tackles mental health and empathy which is kind off incredible to see in a game like this especially in a genre that isnt known for story telling.

    People have been waiting for Psychonauts 2 for 16 years and its almost impossible for it to live up to the expectations but the end product not only exceeds these expectations but even defies it in the best way possible.
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  52. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Great game, the best soo far in 2021. The wait was worth it.
    You will definitely enjoy this masterpiece.
  53. Aug 27, 2021
    9
    Nice game I like it, but I really could not understand why there is no Russian language(
  54. Jan 30, 2023
    8
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    Original como pocos juegos hoy en día.
    Audiovisualmente es una virguería de la animación. Diseño de niveles artísticamente glorioso. Como plataformas funciona bien aún con sus limitaciones por su naturaleza indie. Buen backtracking y recolección de coleccionables. La mayoría de bosses finales están a un alto nivel. - La historia es demasiado caótica, así como sus mundos. No
    +
    Original como pocos juegos hoy en día.
    Audiovisualmente es una virguería de la animación.
    Diseño de niveles artísticamente glorioso.
    Como plataformas funciona bien aún con sus limitaciones por su naturaleza indie.
    Buen backtracking y recolección de coleccionables.
    La mayoría de bosses finales están a un alto nivel.

    -
    La historia es demasiado caótica, así como sus mundos.
    No sirve de nada el progreso del personaje al estar límitado a 3 upgrades.
    Los menús son terribles y desorientan más que guían.
    El combate es más una molestia que otra cosa.
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  55. Aug 31, 2021
    9
    GRAPHICS: 10
    AUDIO: 9
    GAMEPLAY: 9 STORY: 10 A wonderful game, with next gen graphics (don't argue...play it on series X in comparison to previous gen versio). The textures are gorgeous!! Music is wonderful but occasionally repetitive. Voi e acting is excellent and combined with the story which is both poignant and funny. The gameplay when platforming is as good as it gets but the fight
    GRAPHICS: 10
    AUDIO: 9
    GAMEPLAY: 9
    STORY: 10
    A wonderful game, with next gen graphics (don't argue...play it on series X in comparison to previous gen versio). The textures are gorgeous!!
    Music is wonderful but occasionally repetitive. Voi e acting is excellent and combined with the story which is both poignant and funny. The gameplay when platforming is as good as it gets but the fight sequences and abilities are slightly underwhelming at times - not always satisfying when using weapons in particular BUT...Make no mistake, this game is bloody marvellous and will not disappoint. Highly recommended!!
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  56. Sep 19, 2021
    10
    Great game. The controls are good, and the psychedelic story telling is amazing. The art style reminds me of something out of a Tim Burton movie.
    Best platform game of the last decade. smart, great graphics and gameplay! You need to play this!
  57. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This game is so much fun. And funny too. I was afraid the artstyle would be an issue but I actually love it. It’s charming. Can’t wait to see if they make a third one.
  58. Oct 5, 2021
    10
    Un juego genial, novedoso, y con mucha mucha imaginación, gráficos diferentes, muy divertido, muy recomendable
  59. Aug 28, 2021
    10
    Arcade of the year. Perfect world with perfect gameplay. Russian translation still need
    pass by lgbt blm fem
  60. Aug 28, 2021
    9
    Excelente narrativa, arte muy bien elaborado y buenas mecánicas. En lo personal este juego lo puedo considerar bastante bueno para un juego de plataformas.
  61. Aug 27, 2021
    8
    Is it a perfect game? No, but it looks amazing on Xbox Series X and is a lot of fun. Game Pass for the win!
  62. Sep 7, 2023
    9
    A complete MASTERPIECE!

    The art style of this game is gorgeous, gameplay mechanics are very well polished and story is very engaging from the beginning. I’m almost 15 hrs into the game and I can assure you that is a masterpiece, please try it and see for yourself as there are many pony haters that just can’t handle Xbox to be good. Try it and you will see, it’s on GamePass I do
    A complete MASTERPIECE!

    The art style of this game is gorgeous, gameplay mechanics are very well polished and story is very engaging from the beginning.

    I’m almost 15 hrs into the game and I can assure you that is a masterpiece, please try it and see for yourself as there are many pony haters that just can’t handle Xbox to be good. Try it and you will see, it’s on GamePass

    I do recommend it, easily a GOTY contender
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  63. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    I was very impressed with the artistic Tim Burton like cartoon. The gameplay and mechanics are very dope. Super cool game.
  64. Jul 9, 2022
    9
    Psychonauts 2 – это правильный сиквел, который развивает идеи и достижения оригинала, при этом оставаясь узнаваемым. Его однозначно можно рекомендовать всем любителям оригинальных и веселых игр. Это увлекательное и запоминающееся приключение которое доставило мне массу удовольствия.Psychonauts 2 – это правильный сиквел, который развивает идеи и достижения оригинала, при этом оставаясь узнаваемым. Его однозначно можно рекомендовать всем любителям оригинальных и веселых игр. Это увлекательное и запоминающееся приключение которое доставило мне массу удовольствия.
  65. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    completamente maravilloso, no me esperaba que fuera asi de bueno el juego, me tomo por sorpresa.
    una historia muy bien hilada, todos los personajes son diferentes muy bien pensados y todoa la dirección de arte impresionante.
  66. Sep 8, 2021
    10
    Großartiges Spiel! Hatte unglaublich viel Spaß beim durchspielen!
    Die negativen Bewertungen (abgesehen von den fehlenden russischen Untertiteln) kann ich nicht nachvollziehen.
  67. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Jogo incrível, história muito envolvente e super divertida, parabéns aos produtores dessa obra de arte
  68. Aug 28, 2021
    10
    Talvez um dos melhores Art design que já vi, diversidade na gameplay e nos cenários é gigantesca, além da otima história, personagens e humor, parabéns para a Double Fine por essa obra prima dos jogos de plataforma.
  69. Sep 12, 2021
    10
    Way better than the first game, and probably one of my favorite games of all time
  70. Aug 28, 2021
    10
    When i play psychonauts 2 its returned to my memories in xbox original and ps2 and ps1 It’s power full games its art of future of games i like it and i love it very very good and i just waiting for part 3 what will double fine present us and surprise us in next part 3 and i cery very excited
  71. Aug 26, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Unos de los mejores juegos que e jugado recomendadidisissiismo goty xdddddd Expand
  72. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    One of the best new gen games. Graphics and jogability perfect!
    Intriguing soundtrack.
  73. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Regreso triunfal de double fine excelente juego muy recomendado candidato a goty seguro
  74. Sep 21, 2021
    9
    Años si probar un juego plataformero que me diera la sensación que me ha dejado psychonauts 2. Una creatividad en los escenarios, una historia con un humor crudo y gameplays que sorprende. Cada mundo es diferente, para mí debería ser goty o estar en el listado.
  75. Sep 27, 2021
    9
    Very interesting story and gameplay, great graphics and music. Everything is fully optimized for Xbox Series X and the game looks as impressive as possible
  76. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Mind blowing Amazing mechanics and gameplay.
    Thanks to GP I discover a game that I will not play otherwise.
  77. Aug 27, 2021
    9
    Juegazo!!. Al principio parece poca cosa, pero cuando te pones a jugar engancha y ya no quieres soltar el mando. Hay momentos donde no es apto para niños, ya que su historia es muchas veces un poco macabra. Juegalo si o sí, es una maravilla.
  78. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This is a very good game and the Xbox version is the best due to the best optimization. It funny and weird game. Good voicing. 4K resolution. 60/120 FPS mode.
  79. Feb 4, 2023
    9
    One of the best 3D platformers ever made, absolutely loved this game. From the characters the gameplay, setting, everything is super high quality and fun. Masterpiece
  80. Nov 17, 2021
    10
    This wonderful game can be also a movie it really looks like old school movies .
  81. Aug 26, 2021
    10
    Game is just so charming and fun. Excellent animations art style voice acting level design everything is top notch and a blast to play through. Definitely one of my favourite games of the year.
  82. Sep 21, 2021
    8
    Really great game. It's funny, witty and story is interesting. Lot of abilities to play around
  83. Aug 28, 2021
    10
    Great platformer with a fun and unique art style where the story consist of dealing with real mental health issues
  84. Sep 20, 2021
    10
    Doublefine created nothing less than the game of the year 2021. Creative design and Gameplay are simply superb. Soundtrack and graphics are very good, and the whole storytelling is just fantastic. Don't miss this game!
  85. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    don't listen to the Sony ponies it is a good game that is way better then days gone or mumbler fights zombies
  86. Oct 15, 2021
    10
    Ich war mir nicht sicher, ob ich dem Spiel eine 9/10 oder eine 10/10 geben soll?! Ich habe mich für die 10/10 entschieden, weil der Mut für so ein "spezielles" Game belohnt werden muss. Ich habe so viel Spaß mit dem Game, dass ich es einfach mit 10/10 bewerten MUSS:

    Gameplay: 9/10 Story: 10/10 Humor: 10/10 Art-Design: 10/10 Sprecher: 10/10 Liebe: 10/10 Ein kleiner Kritikpunkt
    Ich war mir nicht sicher, ob ich dem Spiel eine 9/10 oder eine 10/10 geben soll?! Ich habe mich für die 10/10 entschieden, weil der Mut für so ein "spezielles" Game belohnt werden muss. Ich habe so viel Spaß mit dem Game, dass ich es einfach mit 10/10 bewerten MUSS:

    Gameplay: 9/10
    Story: 10/10
    Humor: 10/10
    Art-Design: 10/10
    Sprecher: 10/10
    Liebe: 10/10

    Ein kleiner Kritikpunkt gibt es dennoch, fließt aber nicht in die Bewertung ein, da es per Crowdfunding finanziert wurden ist.
    - Es gibt keine deutsche Synchro. Vllt. für den nächstes Teil, wenn MS mehr finanzielle Mittel zur Verfügung stellt.

    Wer den Game Pass besitzt, MUSS es unbedingt spielen. Großartig!
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  87. Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Excelente propuesta, humor, gameplay y plataforma para disfrutar. Disfruten de esta nueva entrega, muy recomendada.
  88. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    Exelente juego me encanta el apartado grafico (el arte grafico es sublime) y la jugabilidad
  89. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    I'm absolutely invested in the world of the psychonauts. From the start the waste no time getting you interested in the game and what they do works flawlessly. From the mystery of Maligula to the story behind Raz everything about the game is just amazing. The art style is one of the reasons this game is Soo unique. And so is the cast of characters and gameplay.
    Gameplay - 9
    Level Design -
    I'm absolutely invested in the world of the psychonauts. From the start the waste no time getting you interested in the game and what they do works flawlessly. From the mystery of Maligula to the story behind Raz everything about the game is just amazing. The art style is one of the reasons this game is Soo unique. And so is the cast of characters and gameplay.
    Gameplay - 9
    Level Design - 10
    Story - 10
    Sound design - 10
    Graphics- 9
    This is definitely a GOTY Contender if not winner.
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  90. Aug 27, 2021
    9
    Fantastic platformer and every game should come out this polished! Sets a high bar for other releases
  91. Aug 28, 2021
    10
    one of the best game released this year best thing about this game is writing it bar to none and is best from recent years releases every boss is unique and combat feels is above average but this game is platformer and that is what you get .
  92. Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Divertido, loco, Genial en todos los aspectos, mi juego de este año, plataformas aventuras, con un toque cartoon Tim Burton, personajes carismáticos, jugabilidad buenisima, escenarios variados, imaginativos.
  93. Aug 31, 2021
    10
    I’ve only just completed the Dentist Level but I’m completely blown away with the level design and the depth to all the enemies…. Even with the ‘emotional baggage’. This needs to be a GOTY contender!! This game doesn’t need haptics or adaptive triggers and it’s not locked behind a console pay wall. The accessibility of this game is for everyone…… and everyone should play it. The writingI’ve only just completed the Dentist Level but I’m completely blown away with the level design and the depth to all the enemies…. Even with the ‘emotional baggage’. This needs to be a GOTY contender!! This game doesn’t need haptics or adaptive triggers and it’s not locked behind a console pay wall. The accessibility of this game is for everyone…… and everyone should play it. The writing from Tim Schafer is as good as ever. I also read some of the reviews criticising the old school level design….. and that’s what I’m enjoying the most. Some of the greatest platform games are basic in their design but are some of the best games ever made. I’m playing this on XSX and Game Pass but I will be supporting the studio when I buy the physical PS4 version. I’m amazed that a small independent studio with a budget of 3 million are achieving gameplay mechanics that some people say can only be done on the fastest SSDs….. Psychonauts 2 is one of the best games of the year so far!! Expand
  94. Nov 20, 2021
    8
    A truly unique artstyle with a deep and engaging story, humour and the gameplay is top notch and on the series X it ran flawlessly, Psychonauts 2 is a riveting game that has many deep and meaningful story points that are relatable it helps give the game a very real feel to it.

    A great package for audiences of all ages that’s also available at no extra charge if you have gamepass I
    A truly unique artstyle with a deep and engaging story, humour and the gameplay is top notch and on the series X it ran flawlessly, Psychonauts 2 is a riveting game that has many deep and meaningful story points that are relatable it helps give the game a very real feel to it.

    A great package for audiences of all ages that’s also available at no extra charge if you have gamepass I honestly can’t ask for more
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  95. BWT
    Aug 28, 2021
    9
    this quirky game is very cool. Combat is simple but challenging, story is interesting an funny, mental worlds are creative and mysterious, a lot of different characters and activities. I like to use clarvoyance on regular npcs and laugh at what they see. It gives me some vibes from older Harry Potter games, but better.
  96. Aug 30, 2021
    9
    Grandísimo juego, los gráficos cartoon no me encantan pero se ve genial. Muy divertido, los diálogos me han parecido lo mejor y gameplay muy fluido. Merece la pena un mes de game pass aunque sea para probar este juego.
  97. Sep 4, 2021
    9
    The game starts with a summary of the last chapter and it's always god for who didn't played it.The cartoon graphic he immediately jump at the eye.The gameplay is also very good i really liked the mechanic of trowing objects.Level design is well done.The art direction is delicious representing in ironic ways the human brain.The enemy variety is also good and so is for the fast loadingThe game starts with a summary of the last chapter and it's always god for who didn't played it.The cartoon graphic he immediately jump at the eye.The gameplay is also very good i really liked the mechanic of trowing objects.Level design is well done.The art direction is delicious representing in ironic ways the human brain.The enemy variety is also good and so is for the fast loading times.The bad thing of the game is the soundtrack that i don't liked it! Expand
  98. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    THIS! This game is SO MUCH FUN!
    I didn't even realize that I can back to my childhood, the times when Mario, Crash and other platformers were popular. With this game, I came back to my precious nostalgic memories... THANK YOU, DOUBLE FINE!!!
  99. Dec 12, 2021
    9
    Psychonauts 2 stays true to its roots from the original that came out 15 years ago. The writing still has the same whit that Double Fine is known for and the platforming is creative and mesmerizing. I think the combat was a bit lackluster after a while due to there not being many creative ways fights are utilized, but this game makes up for it with some gorgeous animation. Each level feelsPsychonauts 2 stays true to its roots from the original that came out 15 years ago. The writing still has the same whit that Double Fine is known for and the platforming is creative and mesmerizing. I think the combat was a bit lackluster after a while due to there not being many creative ways fights are utilized, but this game makes up for it with some gorgeous animation. Each level feels different and the hub world has more to explore. Definitely deserves a solid 9/10 Expand
  100. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente uma obra prima. Obra Prima! Double Fine fez um trabalho maravilohoso. Direção de arte ma-ra-vi-lho-sa! História com conteúdo, personagens carismáticos, gameplay fantástica. Só o fino do fino. Agradeço aos devs e a divisão xbox por proporcionar tanto.
Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 67 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 64 out of 67
  2. Negative: 0 out of 67
  1. Oct 29, 2021
    90
    Psychonauts 2 is a superb sequel that appeals to both long-time fans and newcomers. With a engaging story full of twists and turns, excellent witty dialogue, and a gorgeous visual palette, exploring people's minds has never been so fun and thrilling.
  2. Oct 4, 2021
    100
    Psychonauts 2 managed to restore my faith in the genre of 3D platformers. This is a creative volcano spewing ideas left and right - it can make you laugh, it can make you cry, it can make you think. And it will definitely make you have fun.
  3. Sep 27, 2021
    97
    Psychonauts 1 is the perfect example of the term cult classic, and Psychonauts 2 has created another masterpiece that I am only assuming won’t receive the attention it deserves. They have perfected and expanded on their original idea in every way and created a world full of heart and fun. It’s been well documented that the last few years it took to bake were used to expand the boss battles, and finely polish the areas that were complete. It’s clear that the added funds from being a Microsoft studio were put to good use and the team at Double Fine should be very proud of what they have created. I cannot wait to see what they create next.