The Evil Within 2 Reviews
Mixing open-world and linear survival horror is a brave experiment that largely pays off for this enjoyable, schlocky stealth-action horror title.
Though I never expected to ever see a sequel to The Evil Within, we've now gotten one, and I'm rather glad that we did. While The Evil Within 2 isn't without problems—and I'm not sure it's the kind of game I'll ever want to play through a second time—by the time the final credits rolled, I had legitimately enjoyed the adventure I'd just gone on, and the improvements that Tango Gameworks had tried to bring to the series.
With the original game having done so little to impress me, The Evil Within 2 has come as a massive surprise. Although the story still failed to hook me, clever gameplay changes and well-used horror tropes combine to create a vastly-improved sequel.
The Evil Within 2 is a love letter to classic Japanese horror games, with a dose of new blood. It’s almost like a cover album of horror hits, and that cuts both ways – at times it can feel dated and derivative. However, for the most part Evil Within 2 manages to improve all the flaws from the first game and deliver a solid modern action horror title.
The Evil Within 2 offers plenty of variety and freedom within its horror-filled town of Union. Sebastian Castellanos’ second outing is a much more fulfilling affair, filled to the brim with some truly inspired design. In a lot of ways, The Evil Within 2 feels like a spiritual successor to Resident Evil 4, giving us the horror experience that other developers had forgotten for a while. An unrefined stealth system and stiff voice over from the rough-around-the-edges ex-cop do little to diminish this terrifying treat, leaving it on the precipice of being something truly outstanding.
The Evil Within 2 corrects many mistakes from the first game. It is an excellent survival horror title. However, there are some problems, like the story (it isn't as good as the first game), less memorable bosses than the original and some combat mechanics.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
The Evil Within 2 is a solid horror experience but doesn't live up to the expectations after playing the first game. However, it is polished in every single aspect and provides an entertaining plot with some shocker moments. Sadly, Shinji Mikami can't fear me like the last time which was what I hoped for.
Review in German | Read full review
The addition of open levels is a mixed bag, but this terrifying follow-up is a worthy addition to the genre
The Evil Within 2 is certainly one of the best horror games of this generation: a great experience that pays tribute to the most important classics of the genre, such as Resident Evil and Silent Hill, but a game that loses some of the charm of the first chapter due to a easier experience and a lower difficulty. Despite a few issues and technical flaws, the game is strongly advised, especially to horror lovers.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Evil Within 2 is how a sequel should be constructed. Everything about it feels like an improvement upon its predecessor.
The Evil Within 2 is a game that wants to be a few different things: survival horror, mind-bending surrealism, action-adventure, and open-world exploration. It sounds like an unwieldy mix, but against the odds the game seems to hold it all together
The story of The Evil Within 2 is very interesting, conclusive and especially towards the end very well told and provides many surprises throughout the story. The plot would make a good Hollywood flick. In conclusion, I'd like to say that the first Survival Horror sequel of 2014 got a more than worthy sequel. So if you want to take an oppressive horror trip through fantastic worlds, The Evil Within 2 is the perfect choice.
Review in German | Read full review
Ultimately, we can say that The Evil Within 2 is a very interesting title that certainly opens new streets in Bethesda. Surely the plot is interesting and engaging, much less cryptic and actually more linear; although you lose a little at the level of "contortion" of events, in truth it gains a level on the narrative general front. Again, we are surrounded by a dull, intriguing atmosphere that challenges our every move and keeps us constantly in anxiety and alert. An atmosphere that once again joins the atmosphere of the 90s Survival horror. The design level remains well-studied and well-managed. Even at the technical level we are in front of a enjoyable title, both in terms of gameplay, level of texture and fluidity. FPSs are stable and we do not see any particular bugs. Additionally, texture care is quite enjoyable and although we still have some improvements, overall we are. Movements have also improved since the past, although some situations are slightly woody and animations are not always the best in the market. In general we recommend the title to all lovers of the horror Survival genre, you will not regret the choice.
Review in Italian | Read full review
The Evil Within 2 is quite the surprise, outperforming its predecessor in every category. The lengthy narrative kept me invested, while the open-world nature of Union and the supporting characters help create a much more realized environment. Even then, the game's tension is quite high, and there were a lot more scares than I was expected. The lack of PlayStation 4 Pro support is indeed an odd decision, but hopefully, Bethesda can patch the game sooner rather than later.
The Evil Within 2 is a title that, despite the drawbacks, offers everything it promises: Terror, action and a good story. In conclusion, a Survival Horror worthy of a high budget production.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Although it doesn't have the masterfully crafted levels and heart-attack inducing battles from the first game, The Evil Within 2 manages to stand on it's own legs.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
At its core, The Evil Within 2 is still a survival horror experience, a modern take on the time-honoured suspense of having only one round but two deranged enemies lurching towards you.
TEW2 is a great game, tempered a bit by combat woes but nonetheless a game I gladly recommend to fans of the first or newcomers to the series (or genre, for that matter).
The Evil Within 2 may not be the perfect horror game, but it manage to both feel as a unique experience and improve on the original in almost every detail.
Review in Swedish | Read full review