The Surge 2

IGN

Jon Ryan

7.6 / 10.0

The Surge 2 checks many of the boxes for a successful sequel, but this sci-fi action RPG falls just short or recapturing the full dismembering joy of the original.

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Fextralife

Castielle

7 / 10

The Surge 2 picks up where The Surge left off and inches forward in both quality and execution. If you are a fan of the previous title you will feel right at home, and I highly recommend it. Even though it has its flaws, it does enough to warrant a purchase if you enjoy Action RPGs, and is likely the best Action RPG (that isn't an expansion) until Elden Ring sometime next year.

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Game Rant

Dalton Cooper

The Surge 2 is a better game than its predecessor, with improved exploration, satisfying customization, and tough-as-nails boss fights.

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PC Gamer

Robert Zak

79 / 100

Deck13 has come a long way, welding together a solid, structurally sound Soulslike that adeptly showcases what makes this genre special.

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GamesRadar+

Mike Epstein

The Surge 2 offers the hard-earned pleasures of Souls-style combat, with less of genre's signature sting

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Game Informer

Andrew Reiner

8.5 / 10.0

The Surge 2 is challenging, but finds ways to continually reward the player, whether it's a new piece of armor, weapon, or a life-saving shortcut

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GameSpot

David Wildgoose

8 / 10

Deep, varied, and punchy combat make The Surge 2 worth the effort, even if you have to bear through its lifeless story.

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Hardcore Gamer

Jordan Helm

3.5 / 5.0

In many ways, The Surge 2 does come off as a significant step-up from the 2017 original — Deck13 offering proof that they're listening to feedback and critique prior not only exists but has been implemented more importantly.

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