Psychonauts 2 Reviews

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9 / 10.0
Aug 31, 2021

The psychedelia-infused trip inside the Psi King's Sensorium.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 24, 2021

In setting expectation for the journey ahead, pulling teeth and using them as weapons in a brain wholly fixated on dental fears is about as clear an indication as you need.

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8.3 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2021

Psychonauts 2 is easily one of the best games on Xbox Game Pass and a must-play for the subscribers. It's a safe and traditional second entry in the franchise, but nonetheless a new gem in Tim Schafer's crown.

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EGM
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2021

Psychonauts 2 recaptures the humor, heart, and much of the creative magic of the original game, with modern refinements that make it more pleasant to play. While the combat still feels a bit clunky and outdated compared to the rest of the game, fans of the original will no doubt delight in revisiting old friends and making new ones in this charming adventure.

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10 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2021

Psychonauts 2 is exactly what I was hoping for in a follow-up. Double Fine has smartly refined its unique brand of platforming adventure while greatly expanding its narrative qualities. Plus, it's an absolute treat for the eyes and ears. This is how you do a sequel.

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Aug 23, 2021

Psychonauts 2 is a brilliant, thoughtful sequel and one of the most creative experiences of the last generation.

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GameSpew
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2021

This is a brilliantly designed game, and it’s clear a huge amount of ingenuity has gone into its creation.

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GBAtemp
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Sep 3, 2021

Raz makes a triumphant return in Psychonauts 2 which delivers a great time in trippy minds.

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Niche Gamer
NECRO XIII
Top Critic
10 / 10.0
Sep 1, 2021

Overall, 16 years later nets you 16 hours worth of content at it’s base. Buying this for $60 USD is a steal for the spectacular time; even if you play this via Xbox Game Pass, it’s worth every penny. The message provided in this game helps you come to terms with things in your own life. In the world we live in, we need something like this that moves us to communicate with each other again.

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9.5 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2021

The game offers players a variety of ways to play Psychonauts 2 and makes it accessible for most gamers.

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7 / 10
Aug 23, 2021

It's been a polished experience otherwise, yet again proving that games are better delayed than rushed. Psychonauts 2 has faced a long uphill battle, but its release is proof that some battles are worth the slog.

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Sep 7, 2021

Psychonauts 2 is an absolute hoot from start to finish. It showcases a lot of what makes video games great, combining skillful and emotive storytelling with inventive gameplay that above all else, is loads of fun. Put simply, it’s the best game I have played this year.

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9.5 / 10.0
Dec 24, 2021

Psychonauts 2 is definitely the best Double Fine game and the top game of 2021.

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9.5 / 10.0
Sep 23, 2021

Perhaps the best description for Psychonauts 2, is to say that the new production of Double Fine Studios is exactly what has made the video game industry popular. Psychonauts 2 is literally a fun game, and its various elements, from its splendid and clever story to the overall process with an unparalleled variety of sweet stages and challenges in the struggles and aspects of platforming, go hand in hand to keep the audience entertained in the best possible way in a nearly 15-hour experience.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 4, 2021

Psychonauts 2 is visually stunning, and surprises player with each mind world. But its gameplay mechanics are pretty much mediocre.

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9 / 10
Sep 3, 2021

The second entry in the Psychonauts series is pure fun thanks to its solid level design and great story telling and characters, and even though the long development process had its marks on the gameplay, it still represents a magical experience that can probably only be found in Nintendo games.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 31, 2021

We have been waiting a very long time for the return of the Psychonauts series, but to be honest it was worth it! This is a game for loyal fans of the first installment. The title proves one thing: Double Fine Productions is a gigantic (and unique!) enhancement of Xbox Game Studios.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2021

Psychonauts 2 is a game like no other and a really strong Game of the Year contender.

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81 / 100
Aug 26, 2021

Fantastic trips through colorful minds and a robust narrative help to make Psychonauts 2 an enjoyable adventure and a faithful sequel.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2021

In pretty much every possible way, Psychonauts 2 is a direct sequel to the first game. It's perhaps prettier and more polished than it would have been if it had come out a decade ago, but the feel and tone are spot-on. It probably won't change your mind if the original Psychonauts didn't capture your heart. If it did, though, Psychonauts 2 is a charming, funny and incredibly welcome visit with some old friends. The gameplay is sometimes too straightforward for its own good, but everything else more than makes up for it. If you're looking for a charming platformer with its own style and sense of humor, Psychonauts 2 delivers in spades. Here's hoping it won't be another decade before we see another entry in the series.

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