Planet of Lana II

“One of the sequel’s greatest strengths is how it expands gameplay while preserving the elegance of the original. There is more mechanical depth, but never at the cost of pacing or accessibility. Interactions feel more nuanced, mechanics built around companionship feel more integrated, and the emotional resonance of that connection feels even stronger.”

“- New and improved mechanics, everything feels extremely fluid; swimming and jumping especially stand out; there's a clever edge mechanic where you don't just fall off a ledge, you get an extra half-step in the air before falling, which adds a nice flexibility to the movement; sometimes you can solve puzzles in unexpected ways and I love that small degree of uncertainty, it keeps things interesting; sometimes it even surprises you when things work out in ways you didn't expect.”

“Gameplay-wise, definitely introduced a few more brilliant gameplay mechanics, and utilized even more environmental elements to go about solving each puzzle. The movement is even better and more fluid, the puzzles are more fun to do, the game has more mechanics, and the story grabbed me much more.”

“The sound design is extraordinary, from environmental ambience to subtle creature sounds and beautifully restrained music that enhances emotion without overwhelming it.”

“The soundtrack is perfectly integrated into the gameplay, enhancing every moment without ever feeling overwhelming.”

“A gorgeous cinematic soundtrack carries the emotional weight of the narrative, expertly knowing when to swell and when to let the natural ambient winds speak for themselves.”

“The painterly aesthetic that made the first game so memorable returns, but feels even more refined, with richer lighting, denser detail, smoother animation, and greater environmental depth.”

“The visuals are very pleasing, with detailed environments that feel alive and thoughtfully crafted.”

“As in the first game, the artwork and music are glorious - seriously this is one of the most gorgeous looking games around, with beautiful environments that are highly detailed and wonderfully stylised.”

“Planet of Lana II is a beautifully evolved, emotionally resonant, and ambitiously expanded sequel that respects everything that made the first game special while confidently expanding its ideas into something richer, larger, and even more emotionally powerful.”

“The bond between Lana and her companion was the emotional heart of the first game, and the sequel deepens that relationship beautifully. Interactions feel more nuanced, mechanics built around companionship feel more integrated, and the emotional resonance of that connection feels even stronger.”

“The narrative remains elegantly told through visual storytelling, animation, and environmental design rather than excessive dialogue, but the emotional weight lands even harder here. It’s a rare game that manages to be both visually stunning and emotionally resonant.”

“The original Planet of Lana was remarkable for its minimalism — a beautifully crafted adventure driven by atmosphere, companionship, and environmental storytelling.”

“The visuals are subtle and beautifully crafted, creating such an immersive atmosphere.”

“The puzzles are thoughtful, the atmosphere is unforgettable, and the soundtrack wraps the whole adventure in pure magic.”

“The game is optimized much better than the first part; it runs like a dream on a Steam Deck.”

“Perfect performance and no bugs.”

“While optimized perfectly for PC, the fluidity of the movement is best experienced with a controller, which enhances the precision of the platforming and puzzle interaction.”

“You can finish it in 8 hours, but replay value comes when you start it again after a year to experience the great story.”

“Replay value (7/10): as a puzzle-centric journey, much of the magic lies in the initial discovery.”

“The desire to revisit this beautiful world is high; replayability is primarily driven by completionists seeking to uncover every secret item and achievement within the lush environments.”

“I had minor bugs like falling through the map into an invisible ocean and funny jumping glitches that were not game-breaking but actually pretty funny.”

“In my playthrough, I encountered a small bug which was kind of funny.”

“In an era of gaming where reboots and sloppy gameplay loops run rampant, Planet of Lana 2 sets itself apart by doubling down on the foundations of storytelling, puzzle platformer mechanics, and character development.”

“That is not to say though, that Planet of Lana 2 is perfect in every aspect, because it sure as Lana's character development in this game.”

“The use of parallax landscapes creates immense depth, while the simple yet effective character design fits perfectly, especially the adorable Mui.”

“It runs great though and loaded equally fast despite this bigger install size.”