Party Hard 2

69%
Game Brain Score Based on 794 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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In Party Hard 2, you're on a mission to stop noisy partygoers who keep you up at night. With a variety of traps, four playable characters, and 14 levels, this stealth-strategy game offers tons of replayability and new ways to cause chaos. The sequel introduces improved mechanics, more combos, and a bigger universe, taking party crashing to a whole new level.

  • Mac OS
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Phone
  • Play​station 4
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Play​Station
  • Tablet
  • Xbox
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Reviews

69%
Audience ScoreBased on 794 reviews
story42 positive mentions
stability51 negative mentions
  • The graphics and art style have improved significantly, blending 2D and 3D elements effectively.
  • The game offers more varied objectives and ways to complete levels, enhancing replayability.
  • The soundtrack is catchy and fits the party theme well, adding to the overall atmosphere.
  • The police AI is overly aggressive and can easily lead to frustrating game overs.
  • There are numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including crashes and unresponsive controls.
  • The story feels forced and lacks the charm of the original, making it less engaging.
  • story209 mentions

    The story in "Party Hard 2" has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its attempt to expand on the narrative from the first game, while others find it convoluted and poorly executed. Many feel that the addition of mission objectives detracts from the original's straightforward premise of chaotic party mayhem, leading to a less engaging experience. Overall, while the story offers some interesting twists and character development, it often falls short of expectations, with criticisms aimed at its coherence and depth.

    • “The story is interesting and good.”
    • “The way the story went was interesting, and it wasn't what I expected.”
    • “Party Hard 2 delves much more into the story than the first one, and I found the story quite interesting, keeping my attention until the final cutscene.”
    • “I wasn't a huge fan of the storyline in this one, mostly because I felt it was unnecessary with how it was done and changed.”
    • “As for the story, they tried to make it more serious this time, and failed miserably.”
    • “The story is simply badly told and without tangible continuity; many levels have puzzles that are simply lame and rely on trial and error in an un-fun way.”
  • gameplay205 mentions

    The gameplay of Party Hard 2 has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while it introduces new mechanics and improved graphics, it often feels clunky and frustrating due to inconsistent mechanics and bugs. The game retains the core stealth-killing concept from its predecessor but complicates it with poorly explained features and a reliance on random item generation, leading to a less enjoyable experience for some. Overall, while there are creative elements and replayability, the gameplay can be hindered by its design flaws and a lack of clarity in mechanics.

    • “Gameplay is incredible, with so much replayability, the story is decent, the game has a really cool vibe.”
    • “The gameplay is good and fun as stages have 2 completion methods and many secret objectives.”
    • “It brilliantly combines dark humor with strategic gameplay, offering a unique and thrilling experience.”
    • “The gameplay is poor and the game is pretty bad.”
    • “Objectives are often poorly explained, item spawning is random so you often cannot find what you need to accomplish some objectives to begin with and the mechanics behind the police and guards feel quite buggy and inconsistent, leading to some frustrating deaths midway through levels.”
    • “They tried to improve the first game in every aspect but failed... the gameplay mechanics are overcomplicated, the game is unnecessarily harder and the new 2.5D perspective makes navigation a tad confusing.”
  • graphics148 mentions

    The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the improved pixel art and the blend of 2D and 3D elements, which create a vibrant and engaging aesthetic. However, some players feel that the new art style compromises visibility and gameplay clarity compared to the original, leading to frustration. Overall, while the graphics are considered a significant upgrade, opinions vary on whether they enhance or detract from the overall gaming experience.

    • “The graphics are stunning and a lot of new interesting features that no one expected.”
    • “The polished pixel art style seems to fit just fine in a game like Party Hard 2, and it is also a huge step up from its predecessor's graphics.”
    • “The visuals got a major improvement; you can see that in the first level alone.”
    • “The graphics make it impossible to tell what is what.”
    • “The 2D pixel aesthetic was shoved into three-dimensional space, greatly reducing the readability and somehow tanking the game's performance.”
    • “I don't mind that there's been an aesthetic change, but I do mind that there are complete blind spots in the maps, that NPCs and items blend into the backgrounds, and that most of the maps are a high contrast of dark backgrounds with blinding neon lights which reduce visibility dramatically.”
  • music125 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere. However, some players noted a lack of variety, as certain tracks become repetitive over time, and a few expressed disappointment that the music does not match the iconic quality of the original game. Overall, while the soundtrack is generally well-received, it suffers from some inconsistencies and repetitiveness.

    • “The music is full-on eargasm, and the gameplay never gets old.”
    • “The soundtrack of Party Hard 2 is really catchy and gets easily stuck in my head.”
    • “Even more twisted than its predecessor, this game shines in presentation, the vibrant neon palette, the punchy and catchy soundtrack, and its funny pixel art are a definitive step up from the first game.”
    • “For some baffling reason, there is a car brake screeching in the audio, meaning every now and then you'll be listening to the music when suddenly you hear a 'screeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee' grating on your eardrums.”
    • “Party Hard 2 has only a very few music tracks to listen to on each map, making the music also very repetitive.”
    • “The worst sin in the sequel is the music though.”
  • stability53 mentions

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous players reporting persistent bugs and glitches that severely impact gameplay, including broken interactions, AI inconsistencies, and crashes. Many users express frustration over unpatched issues that hinder enjoyment and make certain objectives nearly impossible to complete. While some find the game fun despite its flaws, the overwhelming consensus is that it feels unpolished and often frustrating, particularly for those unfamiliar with the series' challenges.

    • “Runs great on the Steam Deck OLED!”
    • “Mostly bug-free.”
  • humor28 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as darkly hilarious and idiosyncratic, with moments of absurdity that can elicit genuine laughter. While some players find the humor less effective than in the predecessor, citing a lack of slapstick and a more shallow story, others appreciate the bizarre situations and amusing character interactions. Overall, the game offers a mix of funny mechanics and unexpected scenarios, though opinions on its comedic success vary.

    • “Somehow, this all works perfectly in the game’s bizarre, darkly hilarious world.”
    • “The writers maintain a pretty amusing sense of humor.”
    • “There are some characters on the levels that you cannot kill (like the maid, which is hilarious. I mean, I have knifed her, tried to electrocute her, set her on fire, run her over with a tire or forklift, and she just seems to be the Dracula of the janitorial world).”
    • “Sorry, but this is a buggy and unfunny mess.”
    • “Also, the gameplay is not funny like Party Hard 1.”
    • “Not funny; I did that more than once!”
  • grinding17 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often feeling that it detracts from the overall enjoyment. Many reviews highlight that certain levels require excessive repetition and luck, leading to a lack of strategic depth and a sense of annoyance rather than challenge. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant drawback, with some players feeling it hampers the game's potential for fun and engagement.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Tldr: way too grindy and the story is still cringy, too unforgiving and not in a way that makes you want to retry the level to get a little further.”
    • “Missions are poorly designed; they are no fun anymore and only involve complete grinding.”
    • “Aside from the graphics and story being vastly improved, the overall gameplay is just frustrating with many tedious factors added on to it.”
  • replayability15 mentions

    Overall, the game offers significant replayability due to its varied objectives, multiple ways to approach each level, and the randomness of level elements. Players appreciate the exploration and experimentation involved, which enhances the experience, despite some levels being perceived as tedious. While the story may be short, the diverse challenges and interactive elements encourage repeated play.

    • “The game is fun, lots of replayability, lots of exploration for your murderous intent.”
    • “And the levels are not only varied, but they have a large amount of replay value thanks to targets and interactive objects being rearranged each time you play.”
    • “Varied objectives add a good bit of replayability, especially hidden ones, especially if you don't look them up and have to experiment around.”
    • “The game seems like it has a decent amount of replay value if you can handle the unpredictable nature of the AI and you want to complete all the objectives.”
    • “However, the story is quite short but has a lot of replayability.”
    • “Only 10 levels, but boy does this game take time and has replay value to it.”
  • optimization8 mentions

    The game's optimization is inconsistent, with reports of significant performance issues, including stuttering even on powerful PCs. However, it runs well on the Steam Deck, and recent updates have improved performance in the 3D environment, leading to smoother gameplay and better overall experience.

    • “This game is perfect for the Steam Deck; controls are great and performance is excellent.”
    • “It has improved a lot: 3D environment, smooth performance, good levels, and even boss fights now!”
    • “It runs smoothly.”
    • “The 2D pixel aesthetic was shoved into three-dimensional space, greatly reducing readability and somehow tanking the game's performance.”
    • “Performance is bad; even with a powerful enough PC, it stutters a lot.”
    • “Performance is also an issue.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its cohesive level design, smooth animations, and effective use of shadows, all of which contribute to a vibrant and immersive experience. The art style and music are particularly noted for enhancing the overall ambiance, creating a captivating environment that resonates with players.

    • “I loved the art style, and the nice atmosphere.”
    • “Music in this game was an absolute banger, most of which were good and fit the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The animations are very smooth, and the use of shadows makes the atmosphere feel alive.”
    • “Lastly, the aesthetic and music really help convey the atmosphere.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional impact of the game is mixed, with some players finding it engaging while others feel it lacks depth, leading to boredom.

  • monetization1 mentions

    Users find the monetization strategy misleading, particularly criticizing the advertisement that promotes "4 playable characters," which does not accurately reflect the game's offerings.

    • “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it feel like the game is more about making money than providing a fun experience.”
    • “I feel like I'm constantly bombarded with ads and prompts to spend money, which ruins the immersion.”
    • “The in-game purchases are not just optional; they are almost necessary to progress, which feels unfair.”
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Play time

72hMedian play time
90hAverage play time
30-235hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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