Spirit of the North 2
May 8, 2025
Critic Score
66.8
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Critic Reviews (36)
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95.0
Gameplay
85.0
Story
90.0
"Spirit of the North 2 is a must-play for those who love riddles, adventure, and visually breathtaking games. If you&s;re seeking a subtle yet interesting way to clear your mind, this game is a great pick."
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75.0
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80.0
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30.0
"Spirits of the North 2 attempts to deliver a calm and distinctive experience that surpasses its predecessor, and it partly succeeds thanks to its beautiful artistic direction and noticeable improvements to the platforming system. However, it still suffers from clear …"
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70.0
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65.0
Story
60.0
"While seeking to expand beyond its predecessor, the second chapter is burdened with both existing and new difficulties."
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40.0
Gameplay
55.0
Story
60.0
"Spirit of the North 2 offers a compelling story and clever dungeon puzzles, but its overly large world, lack of visual polish, and clunky platforming hold it back from reaching its full potential."
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75.0
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80.0
Story
70.0
"Spirit of the North 2 is a title that manages to retain the soul of its predecessor, improving various aspects and expanding the gaming experience with new mechanics. The evolution towards an open world offers greater freedom of exploration, making …"
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20.0
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30.0
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40.0
"As a fan of foxes, I couldn&s;t wait for the release of Spirit of the North 2. So it pains me all the more that it&s;s one of the biggest disappointments of this year. It&s;s a game that&s;s just bad, …"
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68.0
Gameplay
58.0
Story
72.0
"Spirit of the North 2 is a step forward in many ways. It looks beautiful, the gameplay is more extensive and the puzzles are a lot more interesting. You can even personalize your fox. But where the first part was …"
Read original review"Spirit of the North 2 isn&s;t a bad game, and some dungeons are a ton of fun, but it&s;s clear the game needed more time in the oven and would have benefited in a linear format."
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75.0
Gameplay
80.0
Story
90.0
"Spirit of the North 2 is a gorgeous game filled with a level of freedom that feels refreshing in today&s;s climate, with smart puzzles and a moving story."
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90.0
Gameplay
85.0
Story
75.0
"Though I don’t agree with every decision the game makes, its hard to deny that Spirit of the North 2 is a beautiful and relaxing romp through a world that feels very real, where players can interact with what appears …"
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95.0
Gameplay
84.0
Story
92.0
"Spirit of the North 2 is a rare kind of game. It doesn’t yell to get your attention. It whispers. And if you listen, really listen, you’ll find a story that’s quietly profound, a world that’s richly textured, and an …"
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78.0
Gameplay
82.0
Story
84.0
"I cannot stress enough just how much I enjoy Spirit of the North 2. It takes the all the strongest elements of the first game and builds upon them, while simultaneously eliminating the aspects that didn’t work as well before. …"
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88.0
Gameplay
48.0
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72.0
"While I didn&s;t particularly enjoy this genre, Spirit of the North 2 has its charms. Visually and audibly, it&s;s stunning, with amazing contrasts between light and dark."
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58.0
Gameplay
62.0
Story
40.0
"If you&s;re familiar with Spirit of the North, this sequel may impress you with its evolutionary strides over its predecessor, such as granting you an open expanse to explore at your leisure, not to mention the fact it&s;s double the …"
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75.0
Gameplay
75.0
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75.0
"Spirit of the North 2 is a warm, peaceful game ideal for those who want to explore, solve puzzles, and soak in beautiful visuals, all without a single sword swing. It’s not flawless: bugs, optimisation issues, and an occasionally frustrating …"
Read original review"The continuation of the fox&s;s journey begins with trouble—and that might also be a fitting way to describe the developers&s; effort. However, if you overlook the negatives and simply immerse yourself in the Nordic atmosphere and the game&s;s relative ease, …"
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48.0
Gameplay
63.0
Story
57.0
"There’s something peaceful here if you’re willing to meet the game halfway. Spirit of the North 2 is a bigger, slower, and sometimes more frustrating sequel—but when it works, it delivers the same quiet satisfaction that made the first game …"
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70.0
Gameplay
68.0
Story
55.0
"Spirit Of The North 2 builds upon the goodness of the first outing, improving the experience by offering a larger world and extended playthrough. If you played the original and loved its calm nature, the compelling storyline, and the gorgeous …"
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80.0
Gameplay
75.0
Story
60.0
"Becoming one with nature. Enjoying moments of zen in beautiful surroundings. Running through vast environments, enjoying the thrill of exploration and discovery. Developer Infuse Studio has refined these experiences in the sequel to the acclaimed Spirit of the North. The …"
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60.0
Gameplay
55.0
Story
75.0
"Infuse Studio has a better grasp on incorporating storytelling &a; tone, but everything goes south once its worst open world impulses get in the way."
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58.0
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62.0
Story
50.0
"Spirit of the North 2 builds on the charm of the original with a larger world and deeper progression, but stumbles on rigid platforming, repetitive puzzles, and technical issues. Despite its heart and visual charm, it lacks the polish and …"
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85.0
Gameplay
30.0
Story
55.0
"Spirit of the North is a beautiful, quiet journey that delivers on atmosphere and aesthetic but struggles to maintain engagement with its limited gameplay loop. It’s a game best approached like a piece of ambient music: something to experience rather …"
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78.0
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73.0
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62.0
"Infuse Studio and Silver Lining Interactive want us to go through natural landscapes again, helping the fox in his search for the lost guardians. A quest that expands thanks to a gigantic map where we can get lost among its …"
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62.0
Gameplay
62.0
Story
62.0
"Spirit of the North 2 offers a unique exploration experience that, in a smaller format, could have been truly memorable. Unfortunately, it is also a game that completely loses any sense of direction after just a few hours."
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75.0
Gameplay
70.0
Story
85.0
"Spirit of the North 2 retains what already worked in its predecessor, while adding new ideas, not necessarily original, but which have shone in other works with the same introspective approach, such as its open world. Infuse Studio has finally …"
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30.0
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25.0
Story
45.0
"Spirit of the North 2 presents a stunning world, a serene atmosphere, and new gameplay elements that enhance the experience of the original game. Exploring the environment is rewarding, and the soundtrack effectively enhances the overall atmosphere of the game. …"
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75.0
Gameplay
80.0
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70.0
"Spirit of the North 2 doesn’t need to shout to get your attention—it just quietly hands you a fox, a raven, and a ruined world to explore. The puzzles are smart, the action’s light but purposeful, and the whole thing …"
Read original review"Spirit of the North 2 represents a blend of visual charm and artistic ambition on the one hand, and technical instability on the other. While the game offers a poetic experience with captivating music and a meditative atmosphere, performance issues …"
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48.0
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46.0
Story
42.0
"Spirit of the North 2 isn&s;t a complete lost cause, but it feels too rough and unpolished to qualify as anything more than wishful meandering."
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85.0
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75.0
Story
92.0
"Spirit of the North 2 is a voiceless adventure that will touch your heart, you just have to dodge its bugs a bit."
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30.0
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55.0
Story
85.0
"With all the potential to become a great game aside from a few niggling issues, the frustration of the boss battles causes it to slide a slippery slope into mediocrity. It is upsetting to find a game that does so …"
Read original review"Spirit of the North 2 ultimately falls flat as a sequel, delivering an OK story and middling gameplay with a noticeable lack of polish."
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65.0
Gameplay
68.0
Story
62.0
"The game succeeds in delivering environments that perfectly complement its overall atmosphere, supported by enchanting music that enhances the feeling of immersion and exploration of the mysterious world. Numerous gameplay additions were welcome and made a noticeable difference to the …"
Read original review"Spirit of the North 2 is a beautifully put-together, minimalistic adventure. It let me explore a beautifully realised world and discover its tragedies on my own terms and at my own pace, with a freedom that feels rare for video …"
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85.0
Gameplay
78.0
Story
80.0
"In a world where spirituality is often reduced to mere semantics, this game directly points out that such a state of mind is, in fact, simple. The answers it offers are well worth the journey. Spirit of the North 2 …"
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70.0
Gameplay
90.0
Story
60.0
"For fans of the original, Spirit of the North 2 is a meaningful continuation. It respects the meditative tone of the first game while broadening its horizons with smarter mechanics, better pacing, and a more expansive world. This sequel doesn’t …"
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