Blasphemous 2 Reviews
If you enjoyed the first Blasphemous then you will definitely enjoy the sequel as there's a lot to love here. From the nice variety in weapons, abilities and loadouts to the well-designed map to the pristine presentation, everything here is on point.
Blasphemous II would have always had big shoes to fill. It would always have to have been ambitious. When I think back to the 20+ hours I’ve already spent in this game, I can wholeheartedly say the successor to Blasphemous is bigger than the boots it needed to fill. The ambition, rather than stifling the developers, has led them to produce a game of such exquisite quality that it is easily one of the best games of 2023.
All in all, Blasphemous 2 is a great game of this style... I hope –like the sculptor Montañés– that The Game Kitchen gets to further hone their latest title. There is an amazing game here that’s just shrouded in a thin veil of sawdust. An extra chip here, a little more varnish there, and Blasphemous 2 will captivate many for years to come like its elder.
The Game Kitchen demonstrates a more mature and thoughtful approach in this sequel, which is, in almost every way, more fun and exciting than the original.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
A satisfying return to the alluring world of Cvstodia, Blasphemous 2 improves on nearly everything that made its predecessor special.
Blasphemous was a brutally tough Metroidvania. The sequel hits just as hard in every way but with a smoother difficulty curve and an outstanding first act.
To conclude, Blasphemous 2 is an improvement on the first in every respect. Animations and pixel art are superb, while supporting worldbuilding. Technically, there's nothing to complain about, the game doesn't slow down and I didn't encounter any bugs during my test. Apart from a few hiccups in terms of pacing, both in terms of platforming and combat, inequalities in the quality of the bosses and its frankly superficial narrative despite an interesting world, Blasphemous 2 is worth a detour for fans of the genre and of the first. And not just in small doses!
Review in French | Read full review
Building on the foundation of an already-solid predecessor, Blasphemous 2 soars to new heights of brutality
Blasphemous 2 is the absolute consecration of The Game Kitchen as true master craftsmen. The game created by the Sevillian studio embodies the total communion between artistic and technical quality. A work to remember.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
To sum it up, Blasphemous II is a great title and sequel. While it might not be as long as the previous title, there is still so much room for expansion DLCs for later, similar to what they did with the previous title. And hopefully, add even more bosses and a New Game+ system later down the line. In the immortal words of Joe Bob Briggs, Four Stars, check it out!
"Blasphemous 2" is exactly what fans of the first game are hoping for: More "Blasphemous."
If you’re a fan of 2D Metroidvania and Souls-like games, Blasphemous 2 is a must-play. It has the best of both worlds while crafting a unique identity that expands and improves on the original Blasphemous in every way. If you just want a damn good side-scrolling action game, it’s a must-play. If you’re a fan of dark fantasy, Spanish art and architecture, religious commentary, or anything macabre… it’s also a must-play. I’ll keep this simple: It’s a must-play.
Blasphemous 2 is one of the best metroidvanias available on the market. From the impeccable visuals to the gameplay enhancements, the only real blasphemy here is not enjoying this carefully curated sequel by The Game Kitchen. So rise and accept your fate, Penitent: Cvstodia's fate is once again in your hands (and this is fortunately great news).
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
All in all, Blasphemous 2 is a worthy sequel. If you enjoyed playing the first game, do not hesitate to experience the sequel. Everything that made the first game enjoyable is now better, more interesting, and more expanded in Blasphemous 2.
Review in Persian | Read full review
'Blasphemous 2' stands out with its surreal art direction and eccentric imagination. The map design unfolds through epic boss battles and a gradually expanding world. The introduction of three new weapons adds depth to the gameplay action, while exploration and challenges contribute to its excellence within the realm of modern metroidvania.
Review in Korean | Read full review
Blasphemous 2 is one of the best metroidvanias currently on the market. Able to shake off the trend of wanting to "copy Hollow Knight," The Game Kitchen's new effort improves on many of its predecessor's flaws and picks up, in a much more convincing way, that heavy legacy left by two-dimensional Castlevanias. Net of a handful of smudges that prevent it from achieving excellence, Blasphemous 2 is a must-have for metroidvania lovers and an excellent entry ticket for novices to the genre.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Blasphemous 2 is yet another masterwork from The Game Kitchen and a brilliant sequel to Blasphemous. With the mountain of strange lore and even stranger things to fight against, you’ll find yourself coming back for more each time and trying even harder to get to the next part of your adventure.
Blasphemous 2 is the perfect sequel to the first game and simply feels like a continuation of Blasphemous story while not changing what it doesn’t need to. The game is perfect for fans of both Castlevania who enjoy the challenge of Dark Souls. Though the dialogue may not be everyone’s cup of tea, it certainly immerses you.
The Game Kitchen gets it right with the new features when it comes to building a sequel that learns from the first Blasphemous to improve everything they did back in 2019.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Blasphemous 2 is a bold, bloody, brilliant sequel that betters everything that came before it. The Game Kitchen have polished, refined, and re-energised this franchise, crafting a fantastically unique and compelling souls-like, metroidvania that may just be one of the best things Team 17 have ever published.