Lumo 2

“Lumo 2 is a puzzle-heavy metroidvania that’s not for everyone, but if you click with its style, it’s a rewarding ride. It’s a game for particular players who enjoy quirky challenges, retro vibes, and layered puzzle design. The lack of guidance and accessibility might frustrate some, but those who embrace its eccentricity will find a game that’s both nostalgic and inventive.”

“Lumo 2 isn't a game for everyone, and that's okay. Those looking for fast-paced action or a deep storyline probably won't find what they're looking for here.”

“Lumo 2 is exactly the kind of game I love discovering, creative, cozy, and full of surprises. It celebrates an era of gaming that thrived on curiosity and imagination, while adding enough modern polish to make it feel fresh and accessible. Sure, the isometric jumps might test your patience now and then, but with its instant respawns, charming presentation, and delightful nods to gaming’s past, those frustrations fade quickly. If you’re looking for something that scratches that retro itch while offering a genuinely rewarding puzzle-platforming experience, Lumo 2 is a gem worth diving into, whether you’re a nostalgic veteran or a newcomer just looking for something a bit different.”

“If you’re trying to go for every collectible and puzzle room, you might be able to push for 10 hours. That’s not bad, but for $25, it’s a bit pricy if not all the puzzles hit the way you’d like. There’s nothing inherently wrong with Lumo 2. It’s just that from a personal standpoint, $25 was a tad much considering that I had no interest in maybe 25% of the puzzles.”

“While I recognize many of its more old-school quirks and sensibilities, they now feel very much out of time and place”

“Lumo 2, just like its predecessor, does a great job of reintroducing players to a whole bunch of retro delights from the 1980s, and in small enough servings that they don't outstay their welcome. There's an impressive array of tricky isometric levels to get stuck into besting here, plenty of collectibles and achievements to tick off, some nice side-scrolling surprises along the way, and a general retro-british vibe that you can't help but love infusing the entire thing. Whilst it may not meaningfully evolve its predecessor, Lumo 2 is yet more of the good stuff.”

“Nine years on from the original, Lumo 2 writes another love letter to 80s gaming. While it branches out from isometric gaming with its many enjoyable diversions and asides, they're connected by too many rooms and sections that suffer from your sluggish movement and imprecise platforming.”

“I'm very happy that Lumo 2 exists and if you're part of its very specific audience, you'll adore the diverse old-school adventure that it offers. 🧙‍♂️”