Hello Neighbor 2

67%
Game Brain Score Based on 720 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Hello Neighbor 2 is an improvement over the earlier game but still has a few issues to work out. That being said I did find it to be an enjoyable and challenging experience.
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Buy Hello Neighbor 2 on PlayStation Store. Solve the mystery of missing kids in the rural town of Raven Brooks in this family-friendly stealth horror sequel.

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  • Play​station 5
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  • Xbox One
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Reviews

67%
Audience ScoreBased on 720 reviews
story31 positive mentions
stability52 negative mentions
  • The game features improved graphics and a more engaging art style compared to the first installment.
  • Puzzles are generally more logical and enjoyable, providing a satisfying challenge for players.
  • The game has received multiple updates that have improved gameplay and fixed many bugs.
  • The AI is often janky and can get stuck, making it less of a challenge than expected.
  • The game is relatively short, with many players completing it in just a few hours, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
  • Several promised features, such as a neural network AI and a truly open world, were not delivered in the final product.
  • story156 mentions

    The story of "Hello Neighbor 2" has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its intriguing plot and engaging mysteries, while others criticize it for being underdeveloped and lacking coherence. Many fans appreciate the visual storytelling and the potential for future content updates, but express disappointment over the cliffhanger ending and the reliance on prior knowledge from the franchise. Overall, while the game offers a captivating atmosphere and challenging puzzles, its narrative execution leaves room for improvement.

    • “The puzzles were seriously mind-bending, and the story had me hooked.”
    • “The new story that we're being slowly introduced to is great; I love the mystery that shrouds the game.”
    • “I loved the storyline and cutscenes.”
    • “The story kind of sucked.”
    • “Not only is the entire story nonsensical theory-bait, far more than the first game, but it's also just not fun.”
    • “The game in total is pretty good, fancy graphics, not bad at all AI, puzzles are logical but the ending is awful; it does not explain anything at all, it looks like some beta ending to not reveal the real story of the game.”
  • graphics91 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty and improvement over previous installments, showcasing a captivating art style that balances realism and cartoonish elements. Many players noted that the visuals enhance the overall experience, despite some technical issues like frame drops and glitches. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a significant step up, contributing positively to the gameplay and atmosphere.

    • “Huge improvement on the last game; puzzles were fun and difficult but not impossible. The art style and graphics are gorgeous, and the soundtrack is great too. Can't wait to see what comes next for this series.”
    • “The graphics are better than in the first game, and you might need a good computer to be able to run the game at the highest settings.”
    • “The graphics and the decoration are so much better than before.”
    • “I have a Radeon RX 5700 XT which is very capable of running this game, yet it only ran at 30 FPS on max graphics.”
    • “Even with the new updates, this game could have still had a bit more time in the oven, and it did, but the whole game got scrapped in favor of this new art style. I'm not going to get into the poor management of the Hello Neighbor series, but let's just say if Alpha 2 released, and the game never got scrapped, it would have been far better.”
    • “The graphics are bad, not like what they showed us in the Twitter pictures and the trailer.”
  • gameplay83 mentions

    The gameplay of "Hello Neighbor 2" has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its fun mechanics, improved graphics, and engaging puzzles, while others criticize persistent bugs, AI issues, and a lack of promised features. Many users noted that the gameplay can feel repetitive and short, with some expressing disappointment over the game's failure to deliver on its initial marketing promises. Overall, while there are enjoyable elements, the execution appears to be hampered by technical problems and design choices that detract from the overall experience.

    • “Hello Neighbor 2 has good gameplay and a good story.”
    • “The gameplay is fun, the game looks great and the cutscenes are really well-made.”
    • “It provides for some fun and unique gameplay, and the production value has greatly increased since the first game.”
    • “The only issue I have with this game is the AI chase mechanic; they usually get stuck, are janky, and lose you easily.”
    • “It's buggy and it doesn't have enough gameplay to justify the price.”
    • “All the things that have been promoted in the past have been removed, such as advanced AI (learning from past community player choices), free roam story, and most of the gameplay shown from devlogs.”
  • stability53 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with many players reporting numerous bugs and glitches that persist even after several updates. While some users found the game enjoyable despite its issues, others described it as a "buggy mess" that detracts from the overall experience, particularly in the DLCs. Overall, the game appears to be unpolished and not worth its price tag, with many recommending caution before purchasing.

    • “I noticed that many of the bugs are platform-specific, so I guess the Steam version is just less buggy than the others, especially after the latest updates.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any major issues, making for a stable and enjoyable experience.”
    • “After the recent patches, I've experienced very few crashes, which really enhances the overall stability of the game.”
    • “But in short, the game is a buggy mess, with a price tag that's too high, depressingly bad DLCs, bad AI, and overall this game makes me want to cry over the fact that I spent over 50 euros on it.”
    • “Even after the delays and the trailers that showed mostly fake gameplay, it's so buggy and broken.”
    • “Don't buy the game; it is unfinished and buggy with zero of the promised features.”
  • music22 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers noting its atmospheric and nostalgic qualities reminiscent of 80s and 90s horror films. While some players encountered bugs related to the soundtrack, the majority found the music to be a standout feature, contributing to the game's eerie aesthetic and engaging gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is described as stellar, with specific highlights on chase themes and ambient tracks that add depth to the game's environment.

    • “The music is astonishing, and it makes for a great adventure puzzle game with minor horror elements.”
    • “The music is stellar, and the environments are pretty, making the overall experience enjoyable.”
    • “Great music: intense and almost better than the game!”
    • “This game has a non-stop menu soundtrack that continues during gameplay; please fix this bug!”
    • “They've replaced the classic sound effects when the neighbor was chasing you; now there is some random weird music.”
    • “Or in the mayor's house where you had to play sleeping music so he would go to bed in a room only he could access.”
  • grinding19 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with players expressing that it requires an excessive time investment, often likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the repetitive tasks. Many feel that the grinding detracts from the overall experience, as it can lead to tedious content farming and frustrating resets of progress when caught.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Might be too advanced, but this just feels like content farming.”
    • “It's not just a feeling - whenever you get caught, large chunks of the main puzzle get reset, forcing you to go through the tedious process again!”
  • replayability8 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability has been a contentious topic among users. While recent updates have improved the experience and introduced some replayable elements, many still find the lack of a satisfying conclusion and unfinished content to be significant drawbacks. Some players appreciate the community-driven aspects that enhance replayability, but others feel that the game remains largely unplayable due to its empty world and unresolved storylines.

    • “Amazing game with amazing replayability.”
    • “That is developed through community actions, replayability, and great stories of neighborhood shenanigans.”
    • “Edit from February 5th: these updates have improved the game quite a bit and it's kind of replayable now, the DLCs save now and have endings.”
    • “And there is nearly no place for replayability.”
    • “The game is barely replayable and as of writing this review, the DLC content can't even save and one of them doesn't have an ending at all.”
    • “Update: while the game has improved, it still lacks the eruption of replayability, sense of story, and a good amount of characterization that is still being left out of the game.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is polarizing; some players find it amusing due to bugs and awkward AI interactions, while others feel the humor falls flat, describing the experience as "painfully mid" and lacking the charm of its predecessor. Overall, the comedic elements seem to stem more from unintentional glitches than intentional design.

    • “I recommend this game because it is so funny and mysterious!”
    • “Good game, it is as good as the last game and the bugs are funny.”
    • “Funny bug simulation game.”
    • “30€ for this trash is some sort of unfunny joke.”
    • “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced.”
    • “I expected a lot more laughs, but the jokes are stale and uninspired.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The monetization strategy has been criticized as a cash grab, with players feeling misled by advertisements that promised an expansive open world and advanced features that were ultimately absent in the final product.

    • “At the beginning, it was enjoyable, but later on, it just became another cash grab for the developers.”
    • “The advertisements showed off so many neat and cool things that weren't present in the full game, sadly.”
    • “The monetization model feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is praised for its eerie and intriguing blend of themes, particularly highlighted by the unique imagery and the unsettling setting reminiscent of a theme park after a storm. Players appreciate the engaging elements introduced during development, such as the man in the hat and the guest, which contribute to a sense of mystery, despite some feeling that certain gameplay mechanics allow for shortcuts that diminish the experience.

    • “The atmosphere is captivating, blending the eerie and downright weird imagery with the theme park and post-storm setting of Raven Brooks.”
    • “I love the atmosphere created by the characters, especially the man in the hat and the guest, which adds a unique charm to the experience.”
    • “The game has a promising atmosphere that draws you in, making you feel immersed in its intriguing world.”
    • “There was so much promise during its development, with the introduction of the man in the hat, the guest, and Beatrix, mixed with the eerie and downright weird atmosphere of its imagery and theme park/post-storm Raven Brooks setting.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Users have reported initial lag issues, but developers are actively working on performance improvements, leading to a progressively better gaming experience.

    • “I had a problem with lag, but they are working on performance, and this game just keeps getting better!”
    • “The optimization updates have significantly improved my gameplay experience; everything runs so smoothly now!”
    • “I appreciate how the developers are actively addressing performance issues, making the game more enjoyable with each update.”
    • “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, making it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
    • “Despite the potential, the constant frame drops and stuttering ruin the overall experience.”
    • “I was really excited to play, but the poor optimization leads to frustrating gameplay and frequent crashes.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the poignant relationship between the characters, particularly the neighbor's emotional damage and the touching moment when the child offers him a hug, symbolizing compassion and understanding. This depth adds a layer of complexity to the narrative, making it more impactful despite concerns about the game's commercial direction.

    • “I was convinced to buy it because the music from JT Music and The Living Tombstone was great. After witnessing the ending fully instead of just a brief summary, I can say that TinyBuild is a company willing to milk Hello Neighbor until people stop buying their games. However, it does have a nice touch knowing that the neighbor is just emotionally damaged. The moment when the kid comes up and gives him a hug to help him escape was pretty well thought out.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters really struck me. It was surprising to see how the story unfolded and how the relationships developed, making me feel a strong connection to their struggles.”
    • “The game beautifully captures the essence of emotional storytelling. I found myself genuinely caring for the characters and their journeys, which made the experience all the more impactful.”
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Critic Reviews

58% average critic score

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Play time

8hMedian play time
12hAverage play time
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*Based on 9 analyzed playthroughs

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