Everhood 2

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"Embark on a journey with a celestial Raven in Everhood 2, master music-based battles with 100+ songs, and explore a transcendental world with mind-bending visuals. With a custom world and battle editor, and a variety of quirky characters, there's always something new to discover. Please note that certain imagery may trigger photosensitive epilepsy, which can be disabled in the game's accessibility settings."

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

music6 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Everhood 2 offers a unique blend of rhythm combat and RPG elements, enhancing the gameplay experience compared to its predecessor.
The soundtrack is diverse and engaging, featuring a variety of genres that complement the surreal visuals and gameplay.
The game presents philosophical themes and absurd humor, creating a captivating and thought-provoking experience for players.

Many players found the narrative to be incoherent and lacking structure, making it difficult to follow or appreciate.
Repetitive combat encounters and some bugs detracted from the overall enjoyment, leading to frustration during gameplay.
The game may feel overly self-indulgent and abstract, which could alienate players looking for a more straightforward experience.

music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Everhood and its sequel is widely praised for its energetic and engaging soundtrack, which enhances the unique rhythm-based combat experience. While the tracks are described as fantastic and integral to the gameplay, some players note that repetitive encounters can detract from the enjoyment, as they often lead to looping the same songs multiple times. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal, despite some minor issues with repetition.
- “Honestly, what makes these battles so much fun is the soundtrack paired with a sensory overload of hallucinogenic visuals that blur the line between gameplay and abstract art.”
- “The soundtrack and rhythm battles are awesome.”
- “But Everhood is so much more than just a subsidiary of its principal muse; beyond its exceptional musical combat and its colorful, compelling ensemble, it's a confronting game not afraid to pull the rug, gradually imposing its dissonant themes and challenging you long after the credits roll.”
- “Please just buy Everhood 1 and only listen to the songs on YouTube once someone uploaded the OST.”
- “Some songs can get repetitive, especially when facing the same lower-level enemies multiple times; you'll just play the same song over and over again.”
- “Battling the same creature for the third, ninth, or twenty-eighth time became a chore, especially when you are forced to defeat them before you even get a chance to appreciate their songs or patterns since they poorly looped back to the beginning with a faulty transition.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Everhood 2" is described as incoherent and absurd, featuring a chaotic mix of characters and events that often lack meaningful connections. While some players appreciate its complex and abstract nature, many find it frustratingly opaque, culminating in an ending that feels unsatisfactory and insulting. Overall, the narrative seems to prioritize absurdism over coherent storytelling, leaving fans of the original game feeling disappointed.
- “If you love rhythm games and want a storytelling experience like no other, this might be for you.”
- “The soundtracks, the energy, the story, the writing.”
- “It's a wild, abstract ride where historical figures, internet memes, gibberish, and random content creators collide into a story that’s as incomprehensible as it is captivating.”
- “If you're looking for a coherent story, you might have a hard time piecing this one together.”
- “It's a revolving door of opaque, capricious antagonists and goals, characters you encounter once before they're gone forever, and locations and side quests with no bearing on anything, culminating in an ending so utterly horrendous, so unfathomably ridiculous, and so downright insulting that I genuinely went back and played the whole finale again because I was that convinced I must have done something wrong somewhere—that convinced that my 'choices' had to have led me to some elaborate joke.”
- “The story is incomprehensible, feeling more like a lesson directed at the player, not the game itself.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Everhood 2 has been enhanced with RPG elements and a unique combat system that incorporates rhythm mechanics reminiscent of games like Guitar Hero, creating an engaging experience paired with a vibrant soundtrack and visuals. However, some players find the gameplay to be repetitive and occasionally frustrating, which may detract from the overall enjoyment, especially for those who were deeply invested in the first game.
- “The gameplay has also been improved, giving some RPG elements and interactions during combat.”
- “I want to make it clear: Everhood 2's combat is still wildly enjoyable, maybe even more so now with its added complexity, and there are some truly fantastic battles that live up to the legacy of the franchise both musically and mechanically.”
- “There is definitely something here, but I am not as obsessive with the series considering it is quite niche, nor the desire to keep repeating the same gameplay over and over again until I find it, unlike with the first game which I did.”
- “If you played Everhood and fell in love with its story, world, and gameplay, Everhood 2 might very well give you a splitting headache.”
- “The combat system stands out by integrating mechanics similar to games like Guitar Hero.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their vibrant and hallucinogenic visuals that enhance the gameplay experience, creating a sensory overload that feels like a blend of art and action. Overall, users find the graphics to be good and integral to the enjoyment of the game.
- “Honestly, what makes these battles so much fun is the soundtrack paired with a sensory overload of hallucinogenic visuals that blur the line between gameplay and abstract art.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the story.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, lacking the vibrancy that could enhance the gameplay experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its trippy character designs, engaging music that encourages movement, and a sense of unease from unexpected personal dialogues, all contributing to a unique and random experience. Additionally, the introduction of a personality quiz and RPG farming mechanics enhances the overall immersive environment.
- “After one hour of playthrough, I can assure you that the trippy character designs and atmosphere, along with the catchy music that makes you bop your head in front of your computer, create a unique experience. The uneasiness felt during sudden personal dialogues and the randomness of it all truly enhance the immersion.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world filled with vibrant visuals and unexpected moments that keep you on your toes.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and an engaging soundtrack creates an atmosphere that is both captivating and unsettling, making every moment feel significant.”
- “The atmosphere feels disjointed and lacks cohesion, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “While the character designs are unique, the overall atmosphere is overshadowed by a lack of engaging storytelling.”
- “The game tries to create a surreal atmosphere, but it often comes off as confusing rather than intriguing.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is enhanced by unique and trippy character designs, engaging music, and unexpected personal dialogues that create an immersive atmosphere. Players also experience a personality quiz at the start, which adds depth to character interactions, alongside a new RPG farming system that further enriches the gameplay experience.
- “After one hour of playthrough, I can assure you that the trippy character designs and atmosphere, along with the engaging music, create an immersive experience. The sudden personal dialogues add a layer of unease, making the randomness of it all captivating. Plus, the addition of a personality quiz at the beginning and an RPG farming system enhances character development!”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any meaningful way throughout the game.”
- “Despite the interesting premise, the characters remain one-dimensional and fail to grow or change as the story progresses.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the engaging character designs and atmosphere, but the introduction of a personality quiz and RPG farming system suggests that grinding may be a significant aspect of gameplay. While the mechanics add depth, they may also require players to invest time in repetitive tasks to progress.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the story.”
- “I spent hours farming for resources, and it just felt like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding really detracts from the overall experience; it feels like a time sink without any real reward.”