Platforms
- PCAug 12, 20217.6playscore8.010 Critics7.1319 Players
- PlayStation 5Aug 09, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 Critics7.91.79K Players
- PlayStation 4Aug 12, 20217.9playscore7.83 Critics8.990 Players
- Xbox OneJul 11, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Nintendo SwitchAug 11, 20217.7playscore7.817 Critics7.144 Players
31 critic reviews · 2 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- The level design is wonderful and the visuals give off that nostalgic flare. I do wish the game was a little more high-fidelity just so navigation wouldn’t be so confusing at times. I do appreciate the change of scenery from the first game though. Instead of dark corridors, we get outdoor environments and plenty of snow. The music is stellar.
Ken McKown · Aug 31, 2021 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Axiom Verge 2 is a great game with undeniable flaws. The combat lacks focus regardless of what kind of player you are. Still, exploration manages to be enjoyable and engaging. This game is catered for Metroid fans. Anybody else might have a difficult time embracing its charm. At the end of the day, though, Axiom Verge 2 is a delightful time, deserving notable acclaim and overall success.
Nathan Mejia · Aug 27, 2021 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Axiom Verge 2 adds some interesting twists to the Metroidvania format and it does get good once the player unlocks the drone, fast travel, and some of the special abilities. If the player is willing to sit through a slow start and some dicey combat encounters, then Axiom Verge 2 becomes a lot of fun to play, with a world that's fascinating to explore and treasures that are waiting to be found in its beautiful and scary alien world.
Scott Baird · Aug 23, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Axiom Verge 2 delivers a sequel that successfully diverges from the original, and the genre in general, in several ways, giving us a confident look at other directions for Metroidvania games to evolve in.
Pramath · Aug 20, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Axiom Verge 2 is a proper love letter to Metroid. The vast world is challenging and exciting to explore, the power-ups provide intelligent ways to solve puzzles, and the story is involving. It's not perfect though, thanks to the lackluster combat and occasional bouts of frustration.
Jason D'Aprile · Aug 20, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Axiom Verge 2 continues the expansive story of the Axiom Verge universe, and while it might not do Indra justice, it does deliver on exceptional gameplay and exploration. Fans of the original game, or the genre, will not want to miss this experience.
Andrew Stretch · Aug 19, 2021 Reviewed on PCRead full review - The narrative going on is intriguing, but also a bit too technobabble at times. Even so, it’s a journey that pushes you into the unknown to overcome a vast tapestry of obstacles and enemies in stark isolation. For that, Axiom Verge 2 continues to nail down the Metroidvania-style in a solid and challenging way.
TJ Denzer · Aug 18, 2021 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Axiom Verge 2 is a game that constantly evolves and delights, but just lacks the same bite as some of its contemporaries.
Richard Wakeling · Aug 16, 2021 Reviewed onRead full review - A triumphant answer to the question of what Axiom Verge is outside of its influences, and a clinic in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in nonlinear platformers. And though the pacing is less dynamic than the first game, the meditative vibe that it encourages makes it stand out.
Jeremy Signor · Aug 16, 2021 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Axiom Verge 2 builds on the work of its predecessor, but also Symphony of the Night and A Link to the Past, to create one beautifully intricate space to explore.
Tom Sykes · Aug 12, 2021 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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Community Reviews
- Reviewed on Switch
- Rated on PS4,XB1
About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
The long awaited sequel to Axiom Verge, Axiom Verge 2 expands on the universe with completely new characters, abilities, and gameplay.
Developer: Thomas Happ Games