The Talos Principle 2

"The aha-moment click of solving a puzzle is consistently satisfying, and on that level alone, The Talos Principle 2 delivers in spades. But where it soars is in the way that the discrete parts introduced throughout the game slowly begin …"

"The Talos Principle II&s;s expertly designed puzzles are kept interesting and engaging throughout a lengthy thirty-hour runtime by the incremental introduction of consistently intriguing mechanics. Pairing well with pragmatic problem solving is a story that delves into ancient Greek philosophy …"

"Talos Principle 2 is the best puzzler since 2011. This is as good as the genre gets and absolutely essential for puzzle game fans."

"Like Portal and other puzzle games, The Talos Principle 2 is a small marvel that, in this case, doesn&s;t stop at its clever challenges or its technical section. He spices up his story with thought-provoking philosophical decisions and reflections, even …"

"Original and imaginative experience for a puzzle game that delivers on what it is."

"A brilliant puzzler that will leave you pondering more than its challenges."

"The Talos Principle 2 is a philosophical puzzle adventure game that&s;s also thought-provoking and has a deep narrative. It takes the foundation laid by the first game and expands on it in every way possible."

"Solve physical puzzles while puzzling over your existence."

"The Talos Principle II does what is expected from a video game sequel, and it does it well. The puzzles remain clever, and the additional tools complement the old ones. The story is more prominent and plays out in a …"

"The Talos Principle 2 may be approachable and forgiving without combat or fail states, but that doesn&s;t mean the puzzles are easy to run through. As the player makes their way through the gauntlet of challenges, the puzzles become increasingly …"

"A challenging and visually incredible experience, perfectly balancing complex puzzles and deep storytelling. A must for lovers of the genre."

"The Talos Principle II gives you a philosophical deep dive into yourself while offering some challenging puzzles as well. A great entry in the series."

"Not just a great sequel, but a thoughtful and human narrative adventure wrapped in a satisfying and beautiful puzzle game."

"There wasn&s;t much to improve about the original, but Croteam has succeeded in creating an incredible sequel in The Talos Principle 2. The puzzles are better, the world is larger, and the narrative is even more thought-provoking. Top it off …"

"Compounded with its impeccable craftsmanship, The Talos Principle 2 puts AAA games to shame with its value. This is an enormous and long puzzle game that is lengthier than most RPGs and can easily breach the 50-hour range. All of …"

"The Talos Principle 2 is the perfect combination of puzzle game and RPG phases. A philosophical story that starts from the game but reaches out to touch the player and the history of the human being. The Talos Principle 2 …"

"The Talos Principle 2 excels at giving players a suite of brain-busting puzzles built around strong eureka moments, even if it can feel as long-winded as a philosophy professor with its wandering existential monologues. Only the most determined genre experts …"

"The Talos Principle 2 has almost everything I could ever want out of a puzzle game. It builds upon the foundations of the original, and is a perfect callback to classics such as Portal and Myst. There’s a brave new …"

"In a year that has been excellent in terms of big releases and with numerous contenders to GOTY, The Talos Principle II stands as a more than serious option. And it does so on its own merits by proposing a …"

""This sequel brings Croteam back to the top of that table, where it&s;s more than earned its place.""

"The Talos Principle 2 builds on the genius puzzle design of the first game in innovative ways that makes it another masterpiece in the genre. Even with a more story-driven focus, there&s;s nothing else quite like experiencing every mystery its …"

"Though an occasional lack of polish and size for size&s;s sake approach doesn&s;t always prove beneficial, a brilliant assortment of puzzles nestled amidst a thought-provoking but compelling narrative still grants The Talos Principle II status as a sequel well worth …"

"Navigating the philosophical labyrinth that is The Talos Principle 2 has been captivating, satisfying, and well worth the wait."

"The Talos Principle II is a long game, perhaps to a fault. I clocked in around 34 hours, and despite my generally consistent enthusiasm, I was ready to see the end before it hit me with another round of puzzles …"

"The Talos Principle 2 builds on the foundation of the first excellent game. It has a rich, thoughtful narrative where the puzzles aren’t just moving laser beams, but trying to figure out what it means to be part of a …"

"The Talos Principle 2 is more than the first game in every sense, with more innovative puzzles, vast regions to explore, and more thought-provoking questions."

"Whether you played the original or not, The Talos Principle 2 is still a drop dead gorgeous, incredibly challenging puzzle game."

"A funny and supremely inventive story-driven puzzle game, with a plot based on Greek philosophy that&s;s delivered with the lightest of touches and a goofy sense of humour."

"There’s little doubt that gamers who liked The Talos Principle will enjoy its sequel. It offers much the same experience in a more cohesive package. The puzzles are more accessible to the layman while still presenting a satisfying challenge, and …"

"Expanding and improving on the original in every way, The Talos Principle 2 is a brilliant puzzler that&s;s most compelling during conversations with its characters."

"A lengthy game with puzzles around every corner, The Talos Principle 2 is another triumph for Croteam. We wondered how the developer would top the phenomenal first entry in this mind-boggling series, and it’s done so by providing a veritable …"

"The Talos Principle 2 is a work that excels as a video game, excels as art, and excels as a reflection, thus becoming one of the best titles of the entire year. In addition to being a substantial improvement over …"

"The Talos Principle 2 is an ambitious sequel that explores bold, if unambiguous territory in its philosophical robot puzzling."

"Too bad for the attention, overly zealous, towards a narrative aspect that should have followed the example of the first chapter to replicate its success. However, The Talos Principle 2 remains an essential title for all puzzle game enthusiasts, who …"

"The Talos Principle 2 follows in its predecessor&s;s shoes by nailing down a brilliant philosophical puzzle sequel with new and improved mechanics. If the puzzle solving doesn&s;t get your brain ticking, then the in-depth philosophical discussions surely will. With exceptional …"

"Despite crashes and some issues with its difficulty curve, The Talos Principle 2&s;s ability to explore both interesting puzzle design and deep philosophy simultaneously is incredibly impressive."

"The Talos Principle 2 is a testament to the power of video games as a medium for profound storytelling and intellectual stimulation. If you&s;re seeking a unique and thought-provoking gaming experience, this is a game you must experience on the …"

"If one day we were facing extinction and I had to choose something to save, I would definitely save The Talos Principle 2, because it&s;s really worth it."