ReThink 2

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ReThink 2 is a futuristic puzzle game that introduces new gameplay mechanics and enhances previous ones, all based on player feedback. With over 40 new puzzles, improved performance, visuals, and sound, players can expect a more polished experience. The game encourages feedback, promising to take it into consideration for future updates.

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Play Modes

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features 44 levels that progressively increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
The visuals and soundtrack create a relaxing atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience of solving the puzzles.
New mechanics and improved puzzle design keep the gameplay fresh and engaging, making it a worthy addition to the ReThink series.

Some puzzles can be extremely challenging, leading to frustration and potential soft-locking in certain levels.
There are occasional bugs, such as laser glitches and color retention issues with cubes, which can disrupt gameplay.
The lack of a storyline and a level editor may disappoint players looking for more depth and customization options.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The gameplay in this series is highly praised for its engaging mechanics that evolve with each installment, particularly in Rethink 2, which introduces innovative features like placing cubes on walls and rotating puzzle elements. These new mechanics enhance the core experience, keeping it fresh and challenging without becoming overwhelming, making it a standout aspect of the game.
- “This series gets better and better, and new mechanics keep being added, keeping things fresh without it getting overwhelming.”
- “The gameplay is the strength of this series.”
- “The mechanics are simple enough to grasp, but still offer a lot of challenge.”
- “Rethink 2 also added a couple of new mechanics that weren’t in the previous games, such as the ability to place cubes on the walls and ceilings, and walls that have puzzle elements on both sides and can be rotated 180 degrees when a switch is activated.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are praised for their high quality and ability to create a relaxing atmosphere, enhanced by the soundtrack. Each room is visually appealing, with the graphics effectively complementing the puzzle design.
- “I appreciated the relaxing mood, provided both by the visuals and the soundtrack.”
- “Every room is pleasant to look at and the visuals often complement the puzzle design (or the other way around).”
- “The graphics are very nice.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful and relaxing qualities, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere alongside the visuals. Reviewers commend the composer's work in creating a soothing soundtrack that contributes to a calming experience.
- “I appreciated the relaxing mood, provided both by the visuals and the soundtrack.”
- “The music is beautiful and relaxing; the composer did a great job.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
Overall, the game is considered stable and largely bug-free, although players have reported specific issues with laser glitches that can result in unintended connections between laser colors.
- “This title is also bug-free.”
- “This game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I haven't encountered any glitches while playing.”
- “The game has laser glitches where changing a laser cube may leave connected laser colors that shouldn't be allowed to stay within the game rules.”
- “The game has laser glitches where changing a laser cube may leave connected laser colors that shouldn't be allowed to stay within the game rules.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its puzzle mechanics but is criticized for lacking a compelling storyline, which prevents it from reaching the same acclaim as narrative-driven titles like Portal or The Talos Principle. Players who prioritize gameplay over story may still find it worth purchasing at a fair price.
- “No doubt these games deserve a spot in the puzzle games hall of fame; it only lacks a storyline to be in the same league as games such as Portal or The Talos Principle.”
- “If you don't mind the lack of story, buy it; it's a fair price.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players report a significant 20-30% performance drop when playing on Linux compared to Windows, suggesting that optimization recommendations should be approached with caution. Despite this, the gameplay experience remains enjoyable for puzzle-solving enthusiasts.
- “There is a rather steep 20-30% performance drop from Windows, so take those recommendations with a grain of salt if you are going to play on Linux. Other than that, go solve puzzles.”