Reus 2 Reviews
Abbey Games clearly learned from the first outing and refined it into something both deeper and more approachable. The Xbox version looks great, runs smooth, the only real wrinkle is the controls feel clumsy with a controller. Hopefully we can see a patch or two that will address this, but even with that issue players on Xbox will find more to love than hate with Reus 2.
Reus 2, from developer Abbey Games and publisher Firesquid Games, is a fun god simulator that is easy to pick up and easier to enjoy. The controls might fight back a bit, as well as the information architecture the game features, but in the end, it’s quite fun and smartly designed.
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Review in Spanish | Read full review
I enjoy the act of building out the solar system and making better planets as I learned the best approach. It's a shame that the way to navigate and read the game is so crippling for an otherwise fun game. Fingers crossed they consider some enhancements in the future.
Use your godly powers, as well as the abilities of giants, to shape populated worlds to your liking. Consoles have now joined the PC. It's a pleasant relaxation, although without a higher goal for your endeavors.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Reus 2 is utterly brilliant, and what all god games should strive to be!
Reus 2 on Xbox Series S is a rich and thoughtful god game that rewards careful planning, experimentation, and a love of emergent storytelling, offering hours of meditative world building for anyone willing to push through its initially daunting interface. Its evocative titans, evolving eras, and satisfying puzzle like approach to Biotica placement make it a standout in a niche genre, even if the console controls and occasionally awkward text scaling hold it back from true greatness on this particular platform.
Reus 2 returns as a sequel that preserves the spirit of the original game while offering a more mature and refined experience. Its role-based system allows for calm, pressure-free planning, as you control giants to restore life to planets through natural elements. The game delivers deep strategic gameplay built on harmony and resource management. A recommended experience for anyone looking for something fresh and distinctive in the strategy genre.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
In short, Reus 2 is an intelligent and contemplative “become a god” game that draws you in as you play.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Reus 2 is a worthy successor that delivers the depth and creativity fans of Abbey Games have been waiting for. Its complex systems, diverse elemental giants, and deep planetary economy make for a rich and endlessly replayable experience. However, the clunky and unintuitive console controls often disrupt the flow, so the game truly shines best on PC, where its divine design can unfold without frustration.
Review in German | Read full review
It’s a complex and rewarding evolution of Reus that’s best enjoyed on PC, while console players may want to wait for some much-needed polish.