House Flipper 2

Fans of House Flipper will inevitably love House Flipper 2 as it vastly improves on nearly every mechanic of its predecessor. Creating a more immersive and satisfying experience with better visuals and more room for creativity.

83%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

grinding, stability

88% User Score Based on 6,414 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 24 reviews

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About

"House Flipper 2" invites you to grab your hammer and get ready to renovate rundown houses into fabulous homes. With new tools, customization options, and even more properties to restore, this sequel offers a deeper and more engaging fixer-upper experience. Transform drab spaces into dream homes by cleaning, painting, furnishing, and renovating to your heart's content. Your creativity and construction skills will be put to the test as you flip houses for profit and satisfaction.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 6,414 reviews

story195 positive mentions

grinding138 negative mentions

story
1,008 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
76%
5%
The story in House Flipper 2 has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the improved narrative elements and character interactions compared to its predecessor. However, a common critique is that the main story mode is notably short, often completed in under 10-15 hours, leaving players wanting more content and missions. While the game introduces engaging mechanics and a charming storyline, many feel it lacks depth and variety, leading to a sense of repetitiveness and a desire for additional updates and expansions.
- “The story is very easy to follow and I love that there are little hidden easter eggs.”
- “I love the story, and going through each house to help out all these desperate people, and how you get the phone calls and actually have dialogue choices!”
- “House Flipper 2 takes the satisfying grind of transforming dilapidated spaces into dream homes and elevates it to new heights with richer customization, improved visuals, and deeper storytelling.”
- “The story mode is extremely short and it’s just missing a ton of stuff from hf1, it feels like an unfinished game.”
- “The main story is laughably short (10ish hours? for $40??), and the new mechanics introduced (like laying surface tiles/panels, painting, the new quest system, etc.) are super annoying.”
- “I feel like the story mode is too short and can be finished for a short period of time.”
gameplay
835 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
70%
7%
House Flipper 2 enhances the gameplay experience from its predecessor with improved mechanics, smoother controls, and a greater emphasis on customization, making renovations feel more engaging and intuitive. While many players appreciate the new features and visual upgrades, some express disappointment over the removal of certain mechanics from the first game, such as assembly tasks and a variety of furniture options, leading to a perception of reduced content. Overall, the gameplay is generally seen as enjoyable and relaxing, though some mechanics, particularly painting and cleaning, have received mixed feedback regarding their execution.
- “House Flipper 2 takes the beloved home renovation simulation game to the next level with improved mechanics, expanded features, and a deeper level of customization.”
- “Whether you're looking to dive into a new passion project or simply enjoy a relaxing and rewarding experience, House Flipper 2 provides hours of immersive gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is fluid, and the tools available are intuitive, making it easy to get into the renovation process.”
- “They've made all the cleaning mechanics 10x more tedious as well as several other mechanics that were so simple in HF1.”
- “The trash mechanic is frustrating and I overall prefer the old House Flipper, because at least it was fun to mindlessly play.”
- “The gameplay itself is not entirely finished, and the assembly tasks are unbearable, genuinely infuriating.”
graphics
691 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
65%
4%
The graphics in House Flipper 2 have received significant upgrades compared to its predecessor, showcasing enhanced details, vibrant colors, and improved lighting that contribute to a more immersive experience. However, opinions are divided, with some players appreciating the new cartoonish art style while others prefer the more realistic aesthetics of the first game. Despite the graphical improvements, several users have reported performance issues, including crashes and lag, particularly on lower-end systems.
- “The graphics are gorgeous, with a more detailed and vibrant world that makes each house feel unique.”
- “The improved graphics add a layer of immersion that makes the renovation process even more satisfying.”
- “House Flipper 2 impresses with its polished visuals and immersive environments.”
- “The graphics improved compared to the original, but they are still rather bad.”
- “Had to return it after literally 5 minutes of play because the graphics are way too cartoony - absolutely nothing like the original game. I'm sure it has loads of good features, but the cartoony graphics are an utter dealbreaker for me.”
- “The graphics are a major upgrade even with the few errors they have.”
grinding
157 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
11%
88%
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience, with many tasks feeling more tedious than in the previous installment. While some mechanics have been streamlined, such as cleaning and tiling, others like painting and trash collection have become more cumbersome, leading to frustration. Despite these challenges, some players still enjoy the game for its creativity and story, though many express a desire for improvements and additional content to alleviate the grind.
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The game itself pads out its play time by making many previously quicker tasks (tiling, painting, wiring, paneling, etc.) extremely tedious, instead of being able to do whole floors I have to walk around going 3x3 over and over and over.”
- “This game ultimately feels unfinished and is a real letdown from House Flipper 1; the main 'story' is fairly boring and all the jobs are tedious.”
optimization
153 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
65%
16%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering, crashes, and frame rate drops, particularly on lower-end hardware and the Steam Deck. While some users noted improvements over the previous title, others expressed frustration with the game's inconsistent performance and the need for further optimization updates. Overall, while the game runs smoothly for some, many players recommend waiting for patches to address the optimization concerns.
- “The graphics are a bit different than the first House Flipper, but it makes it quite unique in its own terms while improving on the performance itself.”
- “I love the story line and best of all, the game has been greatly optimized over the first, so it runs really smooth and doesn't crash (which was a huge issue for me with the original game).”
- “House Flipper 2 is a huge step up from House Flipper; not only are the graphics a lot better, the performance is better, the UI is nice and clean, changing colors and designs of furniture is a lot simpler, easier, and has a lot more variety now.”
- “The game is optimized horribly.”
- “The stuttering and FPS drops, especially in the suburbs, make the game almost unplayable.”
- “I more than meet the recommended requirements but I still experience severe stuttering even on lowest quality and 720p screen resolution.”
stability
141 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
3%
84%
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting various bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as freezing, object placement issues, and crashes. While some users find the game enjoyable despite these problems, others describe it as a "buggy mess" that feels unfinished and prone to significant issues. Overall, while there are moments of smooth gameplay, the prevalence of glitches suggests that the game may require further updates to enhance stability.
- “It was an extremely fun game, no lag, no glitches, and it ran so smoothly.”
- “The game looks great, runs great, and has highly requested features.”
- “Overall, the game runs great and is a very high-quality successor to hf1.”
- “Its entirely unplayable with the bugs... its glitches to where you can't sell homes, your character gets stuck randomly and you lose all progress... its just.. unfortunate.”
- “The game has a game-breaking bug that stops the auto-save feature and the game freezes on loading.”
- “Game freezes hourly, sometimes more—total waste of time.”
music
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
63%
10%
The music in the game is generally described as calming and suitable for relaxation, enhancing the overall experience of renovation gameplay. However, many players find the soundtrack repetitive and lacking in variety compared to the previous installment, with some preferring to turn it off in favor of their own music or podcasts. While some appreciate the ambient quality of the music, others criticize it for being annoying or reminiscent of elevator music, indicating a mixed reception overall.
- “The music, though minimal, adds a calm touch, allowing players to sink into the rhythm of renovation.”
- “A great relaxing game to play while listening to podcasts or music.”
- “The soundtrack is relaxing and not annoying at all, and I usually turn off all music when playing games to listen to my own stuff, but I am able to just focus on the game and enjoy the lovely sounds.”
- “The loading screens are miserably long and the music, which consists of multiple layers, keeps lagging so the different layers don't play at the right time and become unbearable to listen to.”
- “The only thing that is worse than in the first part is the music, which is no longer by Draco Nared.”
- “As only the same three songs are played in each area (suburb, forest, beach), the songs get on your nerves after half an hour.”
humor
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players praising its relaxing and funny moments, particularly in the career mode where clients have relatable and amusing requests. However, some users feel that the sequel lacks the unhinged and morbid humor present in the first game, noting a shift towards more professional character interactions. Overall, while the game maintains a lighthearted tone with funny emails and quirky scenarios, it may not fully capture the charm of its predecessor.
- “Cool game with a great sense of humor.”
- “The career mode gives you clients who are hilariously relatable ('fix my house for cheap!'), while the expanded customization lets you design everything from minimalist chic to 'my grandma hoards porcelain pigs.' It’s oddly therapeutic and wildly addictive.”
- “Asking grandma about her spicy book collection made me laugh.”
replayability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
75%
13%
Overall, the game boasts excellent replayability due to its randomization of elements, customizable sandbox mode, and engaging minigames. Players appreciate the ability to change house designs and the potential for future expansions, although some feel it may not reach the same long-term replayability as its predecessor. The introduction of co-op play further enhances replay value, allowing for collaborative creativity.
- “The replayability is high, thanks to the randomization of property states and client requests.”
- “The sandbox mode and renovating homes will give you much replayability here.”
- “You can make a whole building from the ground up, build your own jobs with it and get infinite replay value from it.”
- “For those who do want to do the installation stuff, they now have assembly minigames that are specific to one type of item and they are replayable, but always the same.”
- “Overall, I can’t say hf2 will have quite the same level of long-term replayability as its predecessor, at least in its current iteration – the various mechanics are a lot more involved and time-consuming even with perks.”
- “Having introduced co-op will make the game even more replayable as my wife and I will no doubt create houses for each other to work on, and I'll hold out hope for workshop support as the community added so many amazing items to hf1.”
emotional
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
95%
5%
The emotional responses to the game highlight a mix of nostalgia, joy, and frustration. Players express heartfelt appreciation for the game's evolution and its wholesome elements, while also feeling disappointment over certain missing features and technical issues. Overall, the game evokes a sense of satisfaction and connection, despite some emotional challenges along the way.
- “Its wholesome to see this kind of evolution and you can tell that the developers put a lot of thought into what they wanted HF2 to be.”
- “I'd literally give half my lifespan for that prize PC they're offering, as I build dollhouses and dollhouse furniture and I cried when I saw it.”
- “The game itself seems to be an improvement upon the first House Flipper in most ways I can think of, and the little stories for each of the jobs you're doing are silly and some really wholesome.”
monetization
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of House Flipper 2 has drawn significant criticism, with many players perceiving it as a rushed sequel that prioritizes profit over quality. The presence of paid DLC for content that many feel should have been included at launch contributes to the impression of a cash grab, leading to disappointment among fans of the original game. Overall, while some hope for future improvements, the current state of monetization has left a negative impression on the community.
- “It feels to me that HF2 was rushed and released incomplete; coupled with the addition of community jobs, it gives the impression of a cash grab.”
- “Honestly was looking forward to this game but it feels like a lifeless cash grab.”
- “Very disappointing sequel, very obvious this is a cash grab; they have built it planning for paid DLC content…”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The atmosphere in House Flipper 2 is generally praised for its relaxing and cozy qualities, enhanced by charming art style and effective sound design that complements the gameplay. While many players appreciate the tranquil environment and the satisfaction of engaging in menial tasks, some critics note a lack of ambient sounds and overall atmosphere in certain areas, suggesting room for improvement. Overall, the game is recommended for those seeking a soothing gaming experience, particularly in interior design.
- “The sound design in House Flipper 2 complements the relaxed and satisfying atmosphere of the game.”
- “The game's charming art style adds to the relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere.”
- “My favorite part of this game is the chill atmosphere.”
- “There's zero atmosphere.”
- “Not much atmosphere or even sounds going on throughout the city or environment.”
- “While the game is still a bit buggy even after the post-launch patches, it’s still a delightful game to play if you like interior design and the relaxing atmosphere that comes along with menial tasks like cleaning and unpacking.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the character development for its strong design and art style, which carry over from the first game's DLC. The inclusion of diverse and well-voiced characters enhances the overall experience, adding depth and personality to the game.
- “I love the houses and the settings they have; I love the art design and character designs. I love the character they infused into the experience.”
- “It has character development and voice acting with really neat characters—they're inclusive, too, so that alone added so much.”
- “And I am so glad they kept the great character design and art style from the first game's DLC!”