Psychonauts 2
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Psychonauts 2

Most streamers rate Psychonauts 2 worth playing.

7 streamer verdicts· Released 2021-08-24
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ACG
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Our analysis

Buy. Excellent sequel delivering on Double Fines creative vision.

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MrMattyPlays
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Our analysis

Creative platformer with strong thematic design and engaging puzzles. Combat is functional and fun despite not being the primary strength. Diverse abilities, upgrades that meaningfully change playstyle, and excellent world-building create an enjoyable experience overall.

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The Escapist
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Recommendour band 70–84

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Returns but loses cynical edge and original charm.

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Easy Allies
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Beaming ray of unbridled imagination with excellent level design and storytelling.

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AngryJoeShow
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Our analysis

Creative level design and mental health themes well-executed.

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gameranx
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Our analysis

Creative level design and fantastic character moments; memorable experience.

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Game Informer
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Our analysis

A massive labor of love and sequel 16 years in the making that successfully delivers engaging platforming, excellent humor, thoughtful handling of mental health themes, and improved combat mechanics. Both reviewers consider it one of 2021's best games.

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Released
2021-08-24
Genre
Platform, Adventure

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Score aggregated from 7 trusted streamers monitored by StreamerVerdict.

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Creator Mentions · 2

👍 0 positive😐 2 mixed👎 0 negative
  • Game InformerGame Informer😐 mixed

    Our analysis

    Double Fine has delivered an incredible sequel with a continual sense of awe as each world unfolds. The game successfully blends platforming, combat, and narrative in creative and engaging ways.

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  • The CompletionistThe Completionist😐 mixed

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    Psychonauts 2 improves upon the original with a more personal story, cohesive thematic design, and modernized 3D platforming mechanics. The creator rates it as surpassing the original psychonauts in quality and impact.

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