The Talos Principle 2

Worth playing but just doesn't match the quality of the first game in many aspects Visuals are on a much grander scale, the world feels a lot bigger The puzzles are overall quite easy (I did not need any hints for the main puzzles but I had to look up around 3-4 of the stars). I can't tell if it's because I've learned a lot from the first game or if it's worse design. The gold puzzles had some nice "aha" moments. I wish there was deeper exploration using fewer puzzle elements. The story is okay, I didn't really feel like it added much to the experience nor did it contextualise the puzzles in an interesting way. I preferred the vibe of the first game What I was actually most disappointed by was the soundtrack. The OST of the first game is so recognisable and epic. Here it all feels pretty derivative. The final credits song is also cringe When the DLC goes on sale I'll give that a try

Absolute masterpiece. The story, the setting, the environment, the puzzles, everything is just amazing. I love first game, but devs just outdid themselves with the sequel. If you liked the first game, then this one is a "must play". 11/10

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I really enjoyed it. The puzzles have just the right amount of challenge to keep it interesting without becoming fustraiting or boring, each building on the last in a fun way. The story side is equally well designed and interesting, and discusses a lot of fun philosophical topics, which is a beautiful match with the puzzle solving. I highly recommend not using any hints or outside help. it doesn't need it!

big brain = good game

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If you, like me, loved the first one and were wanting more... Prepare to be blown away. Despite just a few screams of frustration into a pillow, this is one of those truly excellent puzzle games that teaches you so well how to solve the puzzles and builds on itself so well, while leaving room to take breaks and short cuts and to leave something challenging and come back later. It is so satisfying to finally feel something click when you solve a particularly challenging puzzle.

my pc exploded (didn't) my brain too

Melville better be in the third one I'm honestly blown away by this game. I remember the original Talos Principle being an extremely sober yet fun puzzle game with some interesting philosophical themes, but this game is where Croteam really swung for the fences. In every sense of the word, it's a step forward for the series. The environments are grander and more beautiful, the narrative is at the forefront, and the philosophical elements are front and center. The puzzle design is as sharp as ever, with deceptively challenging solutions cloaked in minimalistic setups. The slew of mechanics introduced is nothing we haven't seen before, but the devs play with so many simultaneously, whereas lesser titles would choose a single mechanic and base the whole game around it. It's confident and straightforward, putting the sheer cleverness of the puzzles at the forefront. Visually, the game is jaw-dropping often. General aesthetics of the first game are present, but the areas are far more dense with monolithic structures and beautiful lighting. However, it's the philosophy that truly deserves commendation here. Philosophical discussions are a dime a dozen in modern art, but Talos Principle II is truly impressive not only in how deep its discussions go, but also in how novel they are. The stereotypical ideas of "Can robots love/feel?" and "What is existence?" are completely ignored. Instead, Croteam took the opportunity to examine the trajectory of the human race and ask where things went wrong. The way they position things is truly refreshing, and they don't treat either side of the discussion as wrong or stupid. I think they put their thumb on the scales a bit in terms of which side they favour, but it never feels like they've created a strawman argument. My key hangup for this game is the length, honestly. I realize that for some people, longer = better, but I found myself tiring in the final third. The game has 12 zones, each with 11 major puzzles, a city dedicated solely to NPC interactions, and a bunch of other puzzles. It just becomes fatiguing as it goes on, and while I was intending to play the DLC for a good chunk of the game, I decided against it in the final 6 hours when I realized I was more slogging through the finale than I was avidly completing it. The game doesn't get worse (though crashing started to occur), but it doesn't shake things up enough between acts to alter the overall feeling of each area. Again, it's a stunning title with massive scope that it actually realizes. I had an absolute blast with the puzzles and never really got stuck at any (aside from one puzzle in the very late game). It's a testament to Croteam's talents that I was actually invested in the philosophical discussions and loved the puzzle-solving. But there is such a thing as gilding the lily, and this is a game that indulges a bit too much in its final leg. Still, it's a pretty significant high point for modern puzzle games. I'd score it 9/10.