World of Goo 2

“World of Goo 2 is what nobody expected, but everyone needed. And no, it's not (just) a matter of nostalgia: gameplay proves extremely satisfying, puzzles are diverse and well thought out; visuals please the eye. On the other hand, the Switch version has slight control issues; also, the title's difficulty seems unbalanced. This, however, doesn't change the fact that the sequel does deserve much love. And now we want the third part. Sooner rather than later.”

“The slow pacing, along with unskippable story and dialogue, detracts from the experience. The game’s main redeeming quality is the distinctive, somewhat memorable aesthetics in certain chapters, like the Train, Noir, and Paper themes, which stand out from the rest. World of Goo 2 feels like a remastered version of the original game but lacks the charm and atmosphere of its predecessor.”

“World of Goo 2 is worthy sequel to its classic predecessor, while also standing tall (albeit a bit wobbly) as a distinct experience.”

“World of Goo 2 is a fine production that provides plenty of good, at times challenging fun. Of course, the game is not without flaws. It can be criticized of a chaotic and inconsistent storyline, occasional problems with accurately clicking on individual goo blobs, and the feeling that we are dealing more with an extended version of the original game than with a full-fledged sequel. Nevertheless, the game shows high quality, and the puzzles are interesting, requiring both thought and dexterity. This is enough to turn a blind eye to some imperfections and enjoy excellent gameplay.”

“World of Goo 2 understands what made the original so charming but adds a new coat of paint alongside some experimental gameplay and storytelling mechanics to keep the idea fresh. Whilst the sequel had the chance to become something completely new, as seen in Chapter 4, it instead chooses to largely stick with familiarity. This is far from a bad thing but may hold the title back from reaching its full potential. The game is worth a play if you have the time, and hopefully, the unique and new direction that the game teases is something 2D Boy is willing to continue to push toward in future releases.”

“The game offers a quality experience with an elaborate story that plays with time and space and requires the player to think. Although the price of '26.99 is higher than expected for an indie game, the quality and length somehow make up for it. The game has simple and intuitive controls, but unclear instructions can slow down progress. The aesthetics and music stay true to the original game, while maintaining a timeless and appealing design.”

“A wonderful return of a fan-favorite puzzle game. It won't be as influential as was the first World of Goo but it's nostalgic and fun.”

“Sixteen years after the release of its predecessor, the new World of Goo 2 remains remarkably creative. With a solid foundation, the game has successfully introduced intricate new mechanics. The addition of sticky liquids and changes in the narrative enhance the overall experience, making the game even more impressive.”

“Familiar and inventive, tough yet easygoing, World of Goo 2 is a whole world of fun.”

“Sixteen years after the release of one of the most innovative indie games of all time, a sequel is here, and it's every bit as good, if not better.”

“I was really afraid that playing World of Goo 2 will immediately make my mind think „this is not the same game”. But it did not happen. What’s more I became hooked almost immediately. I can’t remember when I had so much pure joy when playing a game without being explicitly told what to do. An almost perfect sequel!”

“World of Goo 2 is the legacy-appraising send-off that the series deserves. Its inventive puzzling serves as a friendly reminder that the 2008 classic deserves its place in gaming history, even as a decade and a half of shiny new games pass it by. It’s still that foundational goo ball in an industry that keeps building higher and higher, even as the structure starts to sway. Without it, everything would fall apart.”

“World of Goo 2 picks up right where the original game left off, offering more levels and entertaining conundrums to construct your way out of. It's no longer the unique physics puzzler that it once was, but the mechanics have proven to be timeless.”

“World of Goo 2 is exactly as it presents itself. It’s a lot more World of Goo, with more levels, gameplay mechanics, fancier visuals, and a new/continued storyline. As cute (in a sinister way) as its style looks, this is as hardcore as physics-based puzzlers can get. The game does not hold your hand, often has really tight margins of error, and only offers the bare minimum of guidance when it feels like it. That said, there’s a surprising amount of variety, and you’re allowed to skip levels without being penalized. Even if you struggle, there’s a lot of cool, smart design and an interesting world to experience. For fans of the first game, of course, World of Goo 2 is a no-brainer.”

“World of Goo 2 is a sequel that exceeds all expectations, with a ridiculous amount of creative ideas packed into its gooey shell.”

“World of Goo 2 is a fantastic sequel to a stone-cold classic. The new focus on liquids feels right at home, and the utterly bizarre fourth chapter elevates the experience to one of considerable excellence. It's a shame that it's somewhat let down by limited control options, occasionally wobbly performance, and some underutilised mechanics, but its core is so solid, we can't help but recommend it regardless.”

“World of Goo 2 takes everything you loved about the original and turns it up to 11. The levels are more complex and inventive, there's more types of goo, and the humor is even more out there. Unfortunately, there are some features that feel like they're missing and a section of the game that completely goes against the rest of the story's themes. While it's somewhat of a mixed bag, there's far more good than bad here.”