Grime II Reviews
Definitely a closely-related sequel and not a dramatic reinvention, there are a few frustrating platforming mechanics and a narrative that is only slightly less impenetrable. Grime 2 definitely deserves to break more fully into the mainstream this time around.
GRIME II succeeds greatly in expanding gameplay freedom, offering an extremely well-constructed world, and rewarding players who dedicate themselves to exploration and learning combat. The variety of approaches and intelligent level design significantly enhance the experience, but technical problems, such as persistent bugs, and some excesses — mainly in length and dialogue — prevent it from reaching an even higher level. Still, it's an ambitious and memorable sequel within the genre.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Grime 2 is a very solid Metroidvania, one of the best we've seen in 2026. It features exquisite platforming sections, thrilling combat, and very well designed exploration that invites you to lose yourself in its world for hours on end.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Grime II does what a sequel should do: expand upon the first but not lose sight of its intended vision, which is to deliver a more weird-as-heck-but-memorable search action title that'll absorb you for hours on end. This title strikes a perfect balance between customization freedom, exploration, and challenge levels, combining in harmony like a visually stark Picasso-esque expression.
While GRIME 2 could play it safe and be a carbon copy of its predecessor, it decides to employ the very mechanic it puts forth, borrowing, but also building. Creating an experience you cannot miss.
GRIME 2 is a 2D action game that blends stunning visuals with a tactical combat system based on absorbing and creating shapes. With its innovative paint system and skill-rewarding healing management, it establishes itself as a superior sequel and a must-have title for fans of the genre.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Grime 2 has decent progression and looks amazing, but it loses some of what made the original so weird and unique.
Even without being a direct sequel to the first title, Grime II continues the theme of creation, consumption and destruction, flavouring it with grotesque art direction and an obsession with hands. It may rely more on rocky caves than I'd like, but the most beautiful areas shine with their fascinating strangeness. The sheer amount of content can be a blessing, especially the excellent cast of mandatory and optional bosses, although it falls to excesses in both gameplay systems and the extension of complex anthills like areas, and with occasional technical problems.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Grime 2 is the kind of game where you can clearly see how much personality it has. It doesn’t try to strictly follow the genre’s formula, and that shows especially in the combat, the use of molds, and the way the environment itself participates in battles. These are ideas that work and, at several moments, make the experience truly engaging. At the same time, it’s also a game that demands a lot from the player—sometimes even more than it should. The difficulty spike from the middle to the end disrupts the pacing a bit and, combined with an attribute progression that doesn’t quite keep up with the challenge, can create a sense of unfairness in certain sections. Still, when everything clicks—combat, exploration, and mastery of abilities—the game delivers some excellent moments. It’s the kind of experience that rewards those who persist, learn the systems, and adapt.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Grime II is a phenomenal video game. Every aspect of it is a huge improvement over the original. If you have some patience and love a good Metroidvania, Grime II is the best one I have played since the Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. I cannot recommend it enough.
So, to conclude! GRIME II is a fascinating, sometimes frustrating, but ultimately worthwhile experience. It builds on the original in meaningful ways, especially in its gameplay systems and world-building. The mold system, which absorbs enemies and turns them into tools, is a standout mechanic that adds both depth and identity. The world is rich, strange, and consistently intriguing. And the studio behind it clearly understands what makes this universe unique. But it’s not without its flaws. The lack of direct storytelling can make the experience feel distant at times, especially for players who prefer a more guided narrative. The difficulty curve, while not unexpected, can feel uneven. And the grind required for certain upgrades occasionally disrupts the flow. Still, there’s something here that sticks with you. Maybe it’s the atmosphere, maybe it’s the mechanics, or maybe it’s just the sheer commitment to doing something different. Whatever it is, GRIME II earns its place, not as a flawless sequel, but as a bold one.
Grime II is a solid Metroidvania that excels where it counts, the exploration, although there are a few nagging issues with some of its combat. It certainly is not without challenge, so those looking for an easy time might want to search elsewhere.