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Costume Quest 2

Costume Quest 2 delivers more of the sweet RPG mechanics and smile-inducing humor from the 2011 sequel. Our review.
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78%Game Brain Score
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89% User Score Based on 720 reviews
Critic Score 68%Based on 21 reviews

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Costume Quest 2 is a single player casual role playing game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Double Fine Productions and was released on October 7, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

In Costume Quest 2, players join Wren and Reynold on their adventure through time to save Halloween from the evil Dr. Orel White. Using magical Halloween costumes, they explore environments, battle enemies, and solve puzzles to progress through the story. This turn-based RPG features a unique blend of humor, creativity, and nostalgia that will appeal to players of all ages.

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story202 positive mentions
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  • Charming graphics and humor that captures the spirit of Halloween.
  • Improved combat mechanics with new features like counterattacks and Creepy Treat cards.
  • Engaging story that continues the adventures of Wren and Reynold with fun new costumes.
  • Combat can become repetitive and lacks depth compared to the first game.
  • Removal of auto-healing after battles leads to unnecessary backtracking.
  • Some costumes feel less impactful and the overall game length is shorter than expected.
  • story
    732 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of *Costume Quest 2* continues the whimsical Halloween adventure of the first game, following twins Wren and Reynold as they embark on a time-traveling quest to thwart an evil dentist intent on eradicating Halloween. While the narrative retains its charm and humor, many reviewers feel it lacks the depth and originality of its predecessor, often feeling repetitive and less engaging. Overall, the game is seen as a fun, light-hearted experience suitable for fans of the original, though it may not stand alone as strongly without prior knowledge of the first game.

    • “Costume Quest 2, developed by Double Fine Productions and published by Midnight City and Majesco Entertainment, is a charming continuation of the lighthearted, Halloween-themed adventure that made the first game so beloved.”
    • “The story’s mix of absurd comedy, childhood imagination, and mild social satire creates a tone that’s unmistakably Double Fine—funny, self-aware, and brimming with personality.”
    • “The story picks up right where Costume Quest and Grubbins on Ice left off, and doesn't recap the story.”
    • “The story is mundane (unless you're a child, if so then it's good enough).”
    • “The story is okay but nothing special.”
    • “The new storyline is an overly wacky, un-Halloween themed time travel thing that just feels like a really bad attempt to artificially make the story more interesting.”
  • gameplay
    173 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Costume Quest 2 retains the charming core gameplay of its predecessor while introducing some refinements, particularly in combat mechanics, which now include a card system and a rock-paper-scissors element that adds a layer of strategy. However, many players find the combat to be simplistic and repetitive, lacking the complexity and engagement they hoped for, leading to mixed feelings about the overall gameplay experience. Despite these criticisms, the game remains enjoyable for its humor, art style, and lighthearted RPG mechanics, appealing to both younger audiences and fans of the original.

    • “Gameplay in Costume Quest 2 retains the core mechanics that made the original so endearing while introducing refinements that make the experience smoother and more varied.”
    • “The combat animations are filled with personality, giving each costume its own flavor—from the mechanical clunk of the robot to the over-the-top theatrics of the superhero.”
    • “The turn-based combat system remains accessible yet strategic, keeping the gameplay engaging for all ages.”
    • “Its combat, while charming, lacks complexity; once you’ve mastered the timing mechanics and learned the optimal team combinations, battles begin to feel formulaic.”
    • “The biggest change from the first game to this one is the combat gameplay; I sadly found the new combat a bit underwhelming and less fun than the original.”
    • “The gameplay is similar to Costume Quest 1, but the new combat system was awful and borderline annoying.”
  • humor
    110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in "Costume Quest 2" is a standout feature, characterized by its clever writing, charming dialogue, and whimsical scenarios that appeal to both children and adults. While some players noted that the humor can become repetitive, especially with certain costume-related jokes, the overall tone remains light-hearted and engaging, filled with absurd comedy and endearing characters. The game successfully captures the spirit of Halloween, making it a delightful experience for fans of the original and newcomers alike.

    • “The story’s mix of absurd comedy, childhood imagination, and mild social satire creates a tone that’s unmistakably Double Fine—funny, self-aware, and brimming with personality.”
    • “Characters speak with sincerity even when the situations are ridiculous, and the humor lands through timing and delivery rather than forced punchlines.”
    • “Costume Quest 2 is a hilarious and charming adventure in the spirit of Halloween.”
  • graphics
    91 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the cute, cartoonish art style and improvements in detail compared to the first installment. While some players appreciate the vibrant visuals and Halloween-themed aesthetics, others find the graphics simplistic or feel that the overall atmosphere has become colder. Overall, the game maintains a charming visual appeal, though performance issues and minor graphical bugs have been noted.

    • “The graphics are really cute and well designed, the music is nothing special but it is good nevertheless.”
    • “A graphical uplift makes the already lovely, stylized visuals even sharper, and the time-traveling plot provides opportunity for a wide variety of locations.”
    • “I adored the art style that lead designer Tasha Harris gave the first game, I’m very pleased to see that the sequel has added to it in the best way, keeping the style consistent as new characters are introduced and fresh costumes take center stage.”
    • “The better graphics seem to have made this a poorly optimized game though; I only had to reduce the SSAA from 4x to 2x to eliminate the horrible framerate in sections, but I don't see how my 1080 Ti couldn't run this game at 4K without such horrible slowdown on any level with water.”
    • “You can tell the graphics were improved in this game, and I honestly didn't like the art better because the atmosphere felt so much colder.”
    • “Not much has happened in the graphics department since Costume Quest 1.”
  • music
    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to complement the game's aesthetic and enhance the Halloween atmosphere, while others find it repetitive and lacking memorability. Many users noted an improvement in the quantity and quality of music compared to the first installment, though some still felt it fell short of being truly memorable. Overall, while the soundtrack has its highlights, it is often described as pleasant but not particularly standout.

    • “The music complements the aesthetic beautifully, blending playful tunes with hints of eerie ambience to maintain the Halloween mood.”
    • “The soundtrack to this game is fantastic, and given that you rarely go back to previous areas, the tunes just do not get old.”
    • “Peter McConnell is back for the soundtrack, which stood out to me as one of his finest, with the themes in the past area making particularly fine use of slide guitar.”
    • “Audio: 3/10 (not enough music, battle music gets repetitive)”
    • “The music was pretty boring and lackluster too, and I found myself longing for the old battle theme a lot.”
    • “The music and design is nothing to gawk at... just more of the same except now you can double attack and use counter attacks.”
  • grinding
    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often detracting from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the ability to grind for experience and currency, many express frustration with the combat system and the frequency of battles, which can feel like busywork rather than engaging gameplay. The changes made in the sequel have not alleviated these concerns, leading to a mixed reception regarding the grinding experience.

    • “Not too grindy besides the fights required for the main story. There are respawning mobs if you want to grind, but you can beat the main story without fighting any of them.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “It felt like the trophies were pretty grindy, so I didn't bother with a lot of them.”
    • “Boring house grinding (oh how much I hated that part in the last game) started as soon as you unlocked the third costume.”
    • “In the end, combat started to become the tedious bits in between the story and exploring.”
  • atmosphere
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charming visuals, cute humor, and engaging Halloween setting, which many players find to be the most enjoyable aspect. While some reviews note that improvements in combat may detract from the overall atmosphere, the game's quirky characters and exploration contribute to a rich and lovable environment. Overall, the art style and ambiance resonate well with fans of Double Fine's unique aesthetic.

    • “Such a wonderful atmosphere, fun gameplay, and charming story.”
    • “Not only did it look cute and have the right Halloween atmosphere, but it was also a simple yet fun game.”
    • “There are only a few settings to explore this time through, but each one is chock full of atmosphere with plenty of quirky characters to talk to and lots of candy to find.”
    • “This really took me out of the flow and the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The combat is better this time around, but at the cost of atmosphere.”
    • “You can tell the graphics were improved in this game, but I honestly didn't like the art as much because the atmosphere felt so much colder.”
  • emotional
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of "Costume Quest 2" is characterized by its heartfelt message about the importance of play and creativity, even in a world that often diminishes these joys. Players find the game to be a delightful blend of nostalgia and innovation, filled with wholesome humor and a sense of fun that evokes strong feelings of warmth and excitement, especially for fans of the original game. Overall, it is celebrated as a heartwarming sequel that enhances the emotional experience of its predecessor.

    • “Its message is simple but heartfelt: that play, creativity, and even something as silly as candy can hold meaning in a world that too often tries to take those things away.”
    • “With a perfect blend of nostalgia and innovation, Costume Quest 2 is a sequel that not only lives up to its predecessor but surpasses it, offering a delightful and heartwarming adventure for fans of all things spookily fun.”
    • “A heartwarming, nostalgic sequel to everyone’s favorite Halloween adventure.”
  • stability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized for frequent freezes and bugs, which hinder gameplay and navigation. While some players report that it runs well at times, issues such as graphical glitches and awkward keyboard controls detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game appears to suffer from stability problems that impact enjoyment.

    • “Besides these issues, the game runs great.”
    • “Game freezes up; I never got to play or get it to run.”
    • “Navigated to the options with keyboard -> game freezes.”
    • “The game can also be a little buggy, and the keys can be awkward on a keyboard.”
  • optimization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players report that it runs well on various rigs, others experience significant performance issues, particularly with high graphics settings and CPU demands. Many users have had to lower settings to achieve playable framerates, indicating that optimization could be improved.

    • “The game is so well optimized that pretty much any rig can play this in its full glory.”
    • “The better graphics seem to have made this a poorly optimized game; I only had to reduce the SSAA from 4x to 2x to eliminate the horrible framerate in sections. I don't see how my 1080 Ti couldn't run this game at 4K without such horrible slowdown on any level with water.”
    • “Managed to play this without lag by disabling all effects; maybe it's not optimized..?”
    • “- Optimization needs work; it's harsher on the CPU than the first game.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it endless due to achievements like the hardcorn challenge, others feel it lacks significant replay value unless you're a completionist, as most content can be completed in a single playthrough.

    • “The replay value, in my opinion, is endless.”
    • “The hardcore achievement adds a small bit of replayability.”
    • “Playtime and replayability are significant aspects of the game.”
    • “The hardcorn achievement adds a small bit of replayability.”
    • “There won't be much replay value unless you are a completionist, but unlike other games, it is still possible to get all the costumes and achievements in a single sitting.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highlighted for its engaging storytelling and charming character designs, though some users feel it doesn't quite reach the heights of its predecessor, Costume Quest 1. The art direction enhances the experience with bold colors and expressive designs, contributing to a whimsical atmosphere that complements the narrative. Overall, while not perfect, the character development is appreciated for its humor and creativity.

    • “They aren't perfect (except Psychonauts, which literally is perfect, and when I die I hope to be buried with it), but what they lack in one area they will more than make up for in storytelling, character development, and humor.”
    • “To be honest, it is definitely not as good as Costume Quest 1 - but the narrative and character design are as cute as ever.”
    • “To be honest, it is definitely not as good as Costume Quest 1 - but the narrative and character design is as cute as ever.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization of the game is perceived as exploitative, with many users feeling it is a cash grab that capitalizes on the success of its predecessor without adequately improving upon its shortcomings.

    • “Feels like a cash grab.”
    • “For some reason, this game feels like a cash grab that aims to capitalize on the popularity of the first one without really addressing its flaws.”
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Costume Quest 2 is a casual role playing game with comedy theme.

Costume Quest 2 is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 7 hours playing Costume Quest 2.

Costume Quest 2 was released on October 7, 2014.

Costume Quest 2 was developed by Double Fine Productions.

Costume Quest 2 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Costume Quest 2 is a single player game.

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