Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf Reviews
Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf isn't a massive leap in terms of storytelling, and the core puzzle-platforming gameplay remains. However, it's still a well-rounded experience with appreciable characters.
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf delivers emotional gravitas through its gorgeous world, expressive characters, and moving soundtrack. Rich gameplay and clever puzzles cement its place along the best platformers of its kind.
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf will visually impress audiences, but may intimidate just as many with its challenging puzzles.
Plant of Lana II is the success we suspected it would be. A brilliantly told tale combines with stunning visuals, cracking gameplay mechanics, intriguing puzzles and a soundtrack to die for. But it lacks wow moments and any sense of difficulty.
It's not better than the first one, but overall it's a good game. It's suitable for jumping into the series at any point, and I can't let you miss the chance to see and play as Mui!
Review in Turkish | Read full review
Children of the Leaf does go through familiar motions and it isn’t quite as ambitious as a sequel ought to be, but just like the first outing it will leave an emotional imprint. There’s always room for modest indie games, especially ones as elegant as Planet of Lana, even if this follow-up doesn’t vastly change the established.
The title’s voice acting is impressive, and I appreciate the effort to offer more biome variety, even if Lana’s animations aren’t always great. Anyone who loves the protagonists and the immersive use of an alien language should play the sequel. Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf is a good sequel that still impresses with its atmosphere, even as some of its new gameplay ideas don’t fully deliver.
Solid sequel that expands and improves on the Planet of Lana formula
Lana and her companion Mui are back. They are an effective team once again and must work together to solve the problems facing a beautiful world under threat from machines and slavers. Although the story is longer this time, it ultimately shows that Lana still has room for improvement.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Lana finds herself in yet more trouble in Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf, a game which proves to be a bigger, bolder sequel with more gameplay variety. Needless to say, it's a must-play for fans of the first game.
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf lets us fall in love with Lana and Mui all over again. While it doesn't add much new compared to the first game, its small improvements, breathtaking world, and a story that says so much with so little make it a delight.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
The adorable duo Lana and Mui embark on a new adventure filled with danger and puzzles. Too bad the latter become a little too repetitive in the end.
Review in Italian | Read full review
I had such a lovely time playing through the puzzling scenarios within Planet of Lana II that I know I'll still think fondly back on it for years. 🐈
Planet of Lana II stands out as a touching and visually stunning adventure, driven by remarkable art direction and a soundscape that envelops every moment. The world of Novo gains new depth, the bond between Lana and Mui is stronger than ever, and the narrative approach—which eschews spoken dialogue—works with surprising effectiveness.
Review in French | Read full review
Planet of Lana II is a beautiful, emotional evolution of the foundation laid by its predecessor. It is not a radical departure from the formula, but rather a confident refinement. The expanded traversal mechanics, improved puzzle density, and the introduction of new biomes make it a joy to play. While the disjointed cutscene transitions and the abrupt, cliffhanger ending hold it back slightly, the sheer artistry on display is worth the price of admission. It is a heartfelt reminder of why the cinematic puzzle-platformer genre is so beloved. If the surprise tease at the end of the credits is any indication, we eagerly await the conclusion of Lana and Mui's trilogy. – ColdMoon
Planet of Lana 2 continues to build on what was good about part one, has made the necessary improvements and ultimately offers exactly what we expected from a sequel.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Building on its predecessor, Planet of Lana II continues to showcase great puzzles, fun platforming and a deep narrative without saying a word. With art and music even better than before and some quality of life improvements, this little indie sequel is a must for all those who enjoyed the first entry.
Despite the significant technical evolution, it's extremely evident that Planet of Lana II is more of a step on a staircase than a floor in a building. After finishing the game, I have no doubt that, at the end of the trilogy, the current title will be seen more as a "Two Towers" than as an "Empire Strikes Back".
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Planet of Lana 2 delivers a beautiful sequel that further deepens the journey of Lana and Mui. The game features enchanting environments, engaging challenges, and new mechanics that enrich the experience. If you're looking for an immersive adventure with a strong narrative that feels rewarding from start to finish, you'll find exactly that here
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf does an excellent job of expanding its universe through a charming narrative that leaves you wanting more adventures. Sometimes the story focuses too much on the protagonist duo, making other characters irrelevant very quickly, but there are still twists and discoveries that make the journey worthwhile. The puzzles are much more interesting and manage to be more complex without being too long or demanding. They integrate better with the environment, both visually and mechanically, improving the experience of exploring a planet that neither the player nor the protagonist yet fully knows.
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