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  1. Aug 26, 2021
    9
    Sony pony’s are review bombing this game because they’re mad Xbox is getting good meta scores? The game is on PlayStation too what is the problem? But here is my review about psychonauts 2.
    From what I have played so far I really like the game it really gives me the vibes of the first psychonauts but better! A way better combat system a good story and the graphics are nice in my opinion.
    Sony pony’s are review bombing this game because they’re mad Xbox is getting good meta scores? The game is on PlayStation too what is the problem? But here is my review about psychonauts 2.
    From what I have played so far I really like the game it really gives me the vibes of the first psychonauts but better! A way better combat system a good story and the graphics are nice in my opinion. Some people say it doesn’t look good but if you played the first game you would understand why it looks like this. These are my scores for the game: story 9.5, graphics/gameplay 9, combat 8. I couldn’t stop playing for hours it’s so amazing
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  2. Aug 26, 2021
    10
    What an amazing game, he can make creative and intuitive phrases, I recommend it to everyone who likes a 3D platform game
  3. Aug 26, 2021
    0
    just boring. the first levels are fun. but it can't keep you. it gets boring after a while.
  4. Aug 29, 2021
    10
    From honest PS fan Psychonauts 2 is better than Ratchet & Clank.
    Psychonauts 2 have better story and better gameplay
  5. Aug 27, 2021
    10
    apenas ignorem os comentários tóxicos pois tem Sonistas dando Review Bomb e Xbox game Studios vamos ver essas opções de linguagem ai vejo muita reclamação que não tem a linguagem russa
    please ignore toxic coments Sony pony’s are review bombing this game
  6. Sep 4, 2021
    10
    What an absolute creative masterpiece. This game slides in and out of genres, is superbly written, and has original and engaging platforming. The levels are wild, you literally never know what to expect.
  7. Aug 30, 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.
  8. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Best platform game of the last decade. smart, great graphics and gameplay! You need to play this!
  9. Sep 1, 2021
    9
    This game rocks, simple as that. The creativity in the theming and design of the levels is just jaw-dropping; the writing, story, and characters are streets ahead of the typical modern AAA drivel; and the game looks and sounds absolutely gorgeous.

    Had to subtract one point because, unfortunately, the combat and platforming can still be pretty clunky at times. But all in all, this is
    This game rocks, simple as that. The creativity in the theming and design of the levels is just jaw-dropping; the writing, story, and characters are streets ahead of the typical modern AAA drivel; and the game looks and sounds absolutely gorgeous.

    Had to subtract one point because, unfortunately, the combat and platforming can still be pretty clunky at times. But all in all, this is definitely a strong contender for my GOTY. If you have Game Pass, you should definitely give this a try. If you don't have Game Pass, but you're into 3D platformers and/or like surrealism and games that do something different, you can't go wrong here.

    P.S. YES WE GET IT FFS, the game doesn't have a russian translation!!! Jesus Christ dude. No reason to hand out zeros en masse. Do you think I give every game without a (good) German translation a 0? No, because I'm not an entitled crybaby. How about you guys simply learn English, like I did? Oh, but that would involve you actually putting effort into something instead of just sitting on your ass and complaining, so that's probably not going to happen. Ta-ta there, retards.
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  10. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Homage to the classic way of gaming but it feels modern and plays super smoothly. Haven't had this much fun in gaming over a decade, this rekindle my old gamer spark. Highly recommendable for anyone that wants something fresh but classic at the same time
  11. Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Wonderful game. Brings me back to my younger years but with upgraded graphics. Gameplay is similar but I enjoyed it then and I enjoy it now.
  12. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    One of the most entertaining platformers of all times, very creative gameplay wise with great evel design.
  13. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    The artwork and setting are simply spectacular. The story is great, it is deep and has a great sense of humor. The gameplay is addictive. 100% recommended.
  14. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Amazing game, raytracing,beautiful graphics and The history is Just perfeito!
  15. Sep 2, 2021
    10
    All the joy of the original but even more beautiful with the much improved graphics. One of the few games I'll definitely replay just for the fun of it
  16. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Until now... This is my GOTY contender. Great Gameplay, great story and great humor. Level design are Excellent. Voice act, priceless. If you can, please play this game. You wont be bored.
    You dont need to play the first one to play this. Double Fine give u a quick "previously on Psychonauts".

    Hats off Double FIne, hats off Tim Schaffer
  17. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Games goated definitely a trip worth taking. Characters and the story as well as the visuals are outstanding. Double Fine really gave it their all.
  18. Sep 6, 2021
    10
    It’s not a mere platform game, since the game mechanics adhere to the narrative - you link thoughts, you kill mental “issues”, etc - and you have an emotional connection to the characters, which aren’t there as a fill up but to add more to the experience. At a first look the graphics may be “simple”, but they’re actually stunning and also serve a purpose within the narrative, withoutIt’s not a mere platform game, since the game mechanics adhere to the narrative - you link thoughts, you kill mental “issues”, etc - and you have an emotional connection to the characters, which aren’t there as a fill up but to add more to the experience. At a first look the graphics may be “simple”, but they’re actually stunning and also serve a purpose within the narrative, without dropping the ball on gorgeous reflections, textures and lighting. The “powers” are also diversified and very well thought, and you feel satisfaction without the typical gunplay shooting of so many platform games. Don’t miss this game and just have fun with it! Expand
  19. Aug 27, 2021
    9
    Sin duda una de las sorpresas del año, double fine demuestra otra vez, el gran talento que tienen creando videojuegos originales y divertidos. El juego goza de una jugabilidad bastante limpia en Serie X a mi parecer, con casi ningún error encontrado en mis horas de juego más que el volumen de algunas voces y la aparición de subtítulos que reemplazan a unos con otros.
  20. Aug 28, 2021
    9
    Psychonauts 2 was a nostalgia trip to times when big companies weren't scared of making 3D platformers. This game is fantastic. Team at Double Fine was not scared of taking difficult topics. Art style was great, especially in level which was centered around Jack Black character. Gameplaywise it wasn't very innovative, but it was solid. Fighting is the weakest part, but bosses were creative.
  21. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Espectacular desde cualquier punto de vista. Buena jugabilidad, buena música, diseño de niveles variado y unos personajes bien construidos.
    Una gran experiencia que nadie se debe perder.
  22. Aug 30, 2021
    10
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    diasluiz07

    Aug 26, 2021

    Another masterpiece from Doublefine. Simple but deep history, great gameplay and the graphic style is awesome. 10/10 Congratulations Microsft .
  23. Sep 6, 2021
    10
    I love this game ! very fun and enjoyable
  24. Sep 1, 2021
    10
    the game is great with the right florish of mind boggling suprises psychonauts 2 is a psychedelic master work just like the first one (my opinion you can have yours )
  25. Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Greatest game I've played in a while! Very original ideas combined with great voice actors and a good story! Me and my girl played it non-stop from start to finish.
  26. Aug 31, 2021
    10
    Being a sequel that's coming over 15 years later, I had little hope. But after having played it, I can say I am truly in awe. The writing is even more refined, it's dark, witty, and has an extra layer of depth we hardly see in gaming ever. It's truly a masterpiece and a very worthy successor to the original game.

    Probably the best game to come out so far this year, a breath of fresh air
    Being a sequel that's coming over 15 years later, I had little hope. But after having played it, I can say I am truly in awe. The writing is even more refined, it's dark, witty, and has an extra layer of depth we hardly see in gaming ever. It's truly a masterpiece and a very worthy successor to the original game.

    Probably the best game to come out so far this year, a breath of fresh air compared to the boring open-world games devs puke out year after year without any soul.

    I would honestly recommend you play the first part to enjoy it more, but it goes without saying that you can easily play it without haven't played the first part.
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  27. Aug 28, 2021
    10
    STOP THE REVIEW BOMBING!!!!
    ¡psychonuts 2 is great game!

    Lo estuve jugando en GamePass y artísticamente es una locura, mucha creatividad e imaginación. La jugabilidad es excelente y los poderes increíbles. Le agradezco mucho a Double Fine está tremenda obra maestra era un juego que hacía falta. ¡Este es mi GOTY 2021!.
  28. Aug 27, 2021
    9
    great game and a lot of fun, would definitely recommend if you enjoyed the first game as this is 10x better, graphics are great and gameplay handles well!
  29. Sep 4, 2021
    10
    Excellent Game its just amazing , so creative, level design good, great history , 10/10
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.