Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye
- January 18, 2024
- Peanut Button
Get on SteamIn Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye, play as robo-detective Philip Log and search for the automated femme fatale, Jenny Montage, in a gritty post-apocalyptic setting. Solve neon-lit city mysteries using your extendo-arms and explore the secrets of the robot world. Ideal for both new and returning players, this VR experience offers user-friendly interaction set in the city of robots.
PC
Playstation 5
Windows
PlayStation
Reviews
- Retropolis 2 offers a longer and more engaging experience than its predecessor, with varied puzzles and a captivating story.
- The game features a charming art style and excellent voice acting, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
- It successfully combines classic point-and-click mechanics with unique VR interactions, making it accessible and enjoyable for both new and experienced players.
- Some players experienced technical issues, such as character models obstructing the view and game crashes during specific interactions.
- The game relies on a walkthrough for puzzle assistance, which some players found less preferable compared to a hint system.
- The price point may be considered high for a game with a relatively short playtime, leading to concerns about value for money.
- music13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its quality, with a standout soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Additionally, the voice acting complements the musical elements, contributing to a more immersive atmosphere. Overall, the improvements in music and character development have been well-received compared to previous installments.
“It's a point and click mystery puzzle game with good voice acting and music.”
“I love the new improvements to the characters, the story is much better than Retropolis 1 and the soundtrack is very good.”
“As pioneers in recording, songwriting, and artistic presentation, The Beatles revolutionized many aspects of the music industry and were often publicized as leaders of the era's youth and sociocultural movements.”
“The music lacks originality and feels repetitive, failing to capture the essence of the genres it attempts to represent.”
“The production quality is subpar, making it difficult to appreciate the musical elements that could have been engaging.”
“The overall composition feels disjointed, lacking a cohesive flow that would make the listening experience enjoyable.”
- story12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story in Retropolis 2 is praised for its humor, engaging characters, and significant improvements over the first installment, offering a more immersive and distinct experience across its chapters. Players appreciate the impressive presentation and the extended length, though some note that the pacing may be slow if the narrative doesn't immediately capture their interest. Overall, the game delivers a fun and captivating storyline that leaves players eager for more.
“A fabulous game with a great story, funny characters, and a lot of humor.”
“The story also takes you in some interesting directions, so each chapter feels distinct from one another.”
“I quite enjoyed the story presentation - which was quite impressive for such a small dev team.”
“If the story doesn't catch your attention right off the bat, then there's nothing else to do since you'll just be sitting through a lot of dialogue, wondering where the fun part is.”
“Retropolis 2 continues the same story and feel, but is also over 4 times as long as the original.”
“The story is much better than Retropolis 1, but it still struggles to engage the player.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this VR point-and-click adventure is praised for effectively utilizing classic mechanics while introducing unique interactions and puzzle solutions tailored for virtual reality. Reviewers appreciate the slower pace, which minimizes motion sickness concerns, and liken the experience to being immersed in a Sam and Max-style game. However, some note that the overall experience may feel short for the price.
“The VR point-and-click gameplay still delivers!”
“It uses all the classic gameplay mechanics of this genre and does not forget that it is a VR game, adding unique interactions and puzzle solutions.”
“The point-and-click adventure game mechanics translate so well to VR; the slower pace means no concerns around motion sickness or slightly janky controller tracking impacting the experience, like with a roguelike shooter. It’s like being inside a Sam and Max game or something.”
“The point and click adventure game mechanics translate so well to VR; the slower pace means no concerns around motion sickness or slightly janky controller tracking impacting the experience like with a roguelike shooter that VR has tons of.”
“It was enjoyable, had great aesthetics, but very expensive for less than an hour of gameplay.”
“A fantastic sequel that expands on the point-and-click gameplay and keeps the cheeky private investigator shtick rolling.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a simple yet stylish art style, characterized by high-quality 3D painted visuals that effectively embody a comic book noir aesthetic. The unique use of quill in the visuals and animations adds to its distinct personality, making for an enjoyable aesthetic experience, though some players feel the value may not match the price given the short gameplay duration.
“The game still has its unique personality, and the 3D painted visuals are still top notch.”
“The use of quill in the game's visuals and animation presents a novel style that fits the comic book noir aesthetic perfectly.”
“Art style is simple, but very consistent and stylish.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its strong sense of humor, featuring funny characters and a captivating story, contributing to its overall quality as an indie title.
“A fabulous game with a great story, funny characters, and a lot of humor.”
“It's still a quality indie title, with a great sense of humor and excellent presentation.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The aspect of "optimization" reflects the band's decision to focus on refining their studio work, ultimately resulting in their retirement from live performances in 1966 due to the challenges posed by concert tours.
