Spirit of the North 2 Reviews
Spirit of the North 2 is a warm, peaceful game ideal for those who want to explore, solve puzzles, and soak in beautiful visuals, all without a single sword swing. It’s not flawless: bugs, optimisation issues, and an occasionally frustrating platforming system hold it back from greatness. But if you love animals, especially foxes, and enjoy games that value tranquillity over tension, this is a lovely journey well worth your time. The moments where you’re dashing across an open field with your raven friend under a golden sky are nothing short of magical.
Spirit of the North 2 isn't a bad game, and some dungeons are a ton of fun, but it's clear the game needed more time in the oven and would have benefited in a linear format.
If you're familiar with Spirit of the North, this sequel may impress you with its evolutionary strides over its predecessor, such as granting you an open expanse to explore at your leisure, not to mention the fact it's double the length of the previous title. For newcomers, Spirit of the North 2 has an enchanting and calming essence you'll gravitate towards despite its technical shortcomings and unnecessary upgrade system.
Spirit of the North 2 takes the contemplative experience of the first chapter and expands it into a larger open world full of biomes and secrets. Combat, quests and inventory are excellently replaced by exploration, environmental puzzles and outstanding art direction. The main new feature is the introduction of the raven, able to give wings to the fox, just like a famous beverage. The only minuses: an automatic jumping system that is sometimes unpredictable and a camera that is not always accurate. A poetic title, visually gorgeous, but with some glitches in the gameplay.
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While I didn't particularly enjoy this genre, Spirit of the North 2 has its charms. Visually and audibly, it's stunning, with amazing contrasts between light and dark.
Spirit of the North 2 isn't a complete lost cause, but it feels too rough and unpolished to qualify as anything more than wishful meandering.
In the end, Spirit of the North 2 successfully builds upon its predecessor, offering a more expansive world, deeper mechanics plus a richer narrative. With its visual beauty, atmospheric storytelling and engaging puzzles, this is a must play for fans of the original or for those looking for similar games such as Journey and Abzû, this mystical fox's journey is one worth embarking on.
Spirit of the North 2 introduces the necessary changes to captivate fans of the previous installment while also attracting new players. However, its current state on PlayStation 5 makes it an experience that is impossible to enjoy.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
While seeking to expand beyond its predecessor, the second chapter is burdened with both existing and new difficulties.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Spirit of the North 2 offers a unique exploration experience that, in a smaller format, could have been truly memorable. Unfortunately, it is also a game that completely loses any sense of direction after just a few hours.
Review in Unknown | Read full review
Spirit of the North 2 offers a compelling story and clever dungeon puzzles, but its overly large world, lack of visual polish, and clunky platforming hold it back from reaching its full potential.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Spirit of the North 2 is a rare kind of game. It doesn’t yell to get your attention. It whispers. And if you listen, really listen, you’ll find a story that’s quietly profound, a world that’s richly textured, and an experience that leaves a mark. It’s not for players who crave constant action or explicit storytelling. But if you’re patient, curious, and willing to let a game move at its own pace, you’ll be rewarded with one of the most beautiful and emotionally satisfying journeys I’ve played in years.
In a world where spirituality is often reduced to mere semantics, this game directly points out that such a state of mind is, in fact, simple. The answers it offers are well worth the journey. Spirit of the North 2 is an excellent sequel that you absolutely must play if you loved the first game.
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Spirit of the North is a beautiful, quiet journey that delivers on atmosphere and aesthetic but struggles to maintain engagement with its limited gameplay loop. It’s a game best approached like a piece of ambient music: something to experience rather than solve.
Though I don’t agree with every decision the game makes, its hard to deny that Spirit of the North 2 is a beautiful and relaxing romp through a world that feels very real, where players can interact with what appears to be living history and collect cool fox powers along the way.
Spirit of the North 2 is a title that manages to retain the soul of its predecessor, improving various aspects and expanding the gaming experience with new mechanics. The evolution towards an open world offers greater freedom of exploration, making the red fox's journey even more immersive and meaningful. However, the transition to a more ambitious gameplay brings with it some technical imperfections that can affect the experience, especially in moments that require precision. Despite these obstacles, the game manages to convey its magic thanks to a fascinating visual narrative and an evocative artistic sector, consolidating its place among the most evocative indie adventures of recent years.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Spirit of the North 2 is a step forward in many ways. It looks beautiful, the gameplay is more extensive and the puzzles are a lot more interesting. You can even personalize your fox. But where the first part was sometimes too limited, part two goes a bit too far in the other direction. The open world offers freedom, but without a clear structure it quickly becomes confusing and frustrating. It is a game that tries to enchant you with the beautiful images, but it forgets that the gameplay must also be in good shape. These are not problems that cannot be solved and I hope the creators take the time to fix this with a patch. But at the moment you are better off picking up the first part if you really want to run around as a fox.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Infuse Studio and Silver Lining Interactive want us to go through natural landscapes again, helping the fox in his search for the lost guardians. A quest that expands thanks to a gigantic map where we can get lost among its dungeons, caves and secret places. It remains a fairly contemplative title, where calm is more important than haste.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Spirit of the North 2 is a must-play for those who love riddles, adventure, and visually breathtaking games. If you're seeking a subtle yet interesting way to clear your mind, this game is a great pick.
There’s something peaceful here if you’re willing to meet the game halfway. Spirit of the North 2 is a bigger, slower, and sometimes more frustrating sequel—but when it works, it delivers the same quiet satisfaction that made the first game stand out to me.