Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye

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Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye is a single player puzzle game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Peanut Button and was released on January 18, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Immerse yourself in the shadows, where danger lurks and every step leads you further to the edge of madness. Navigate the neon-lit streets as robo-detective Philip Log and search for Jenny Montage, the automated femme fatale, in this gritty post-apocalyptic saga. Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye brings you a whole new epic standalone tale to unfold. Solve sinister mysteries using your extendo-arms…

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music8 positive mentions

Retropolis 2 expands on the original with more levels, story, and puzzles, maintaining its unique noir detective ambiance and top-notch 3D painted visuals.
The game features polished gameplay with varied and interesting puzzles that are moderately challenging, along with good voice acting and a great soundtrack.
It offers a comfortable VR experience with intuitive interactions, making it accessible for both new and experienced players, and includes a helpful walkthrough for those who need it.

Some players experienced technical issues, such as character models appearing in their view and game crashes when using certain items, which detracted from the experience.
The game only supports snap turning, which some players found uncomfortable, and there is a desire for a more subtle hint system instead of relying on a full walkthrough.
While the game is longer than its predecessor, some chapters are noted to be light on puzzle content compared to the first chapter, leading to a less engaging experience at times.

music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the point-and-click mystery puzzle game is praised for its quality, with good voice acting and an improved soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. The game's music contributes positively to the narrative and character development, making it a notable aspect of the gameplay.
- “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.”
- “These records also increased public interest in psychedelic drugs and eastern spirituality and furthered advancements in electronic music, album art, and music videos.”
- “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 band also explored music styles ranging from folk and Indian music to psychedelia and hard rock.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in Retropolis 2 has received positive feedback for its engaging narrative, improved character development, and impressive presentation, especially considering the small development team. Players appreciate the distinctiveness of each chapter and the noir detective ambiance, although some note that the pacing can be slow if the story doesn't immediately capture interest. Overall, the sequel is seen as a significant enhancement over the original, offering more content and depth.
- “I love the new improvements to the characters; the story is much better than Retropolis 1, and the soundtrack is very good.”
- “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.”
- “Another thing is, 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.”
- “I love the new improvements to the characters, the story is much better than Retropolis 1 and the soundtrack is very good.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 the VR experience. Reviewers highlight the enjoyable, immersive nature of the gameplay, likening it to beloved titles like Sam and Max, though some note the short duration and high price as potential drawbacks. Overall, it is considered a successful sequel that enhances the genre within a virtual reality context.
- “The VR point-and-click gameplay still delivers!”
- “A fantastic sequel that expands on the point-and-click gameplay and keeps the cheeky private investigator shtick rolling.”
- “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!”
- “It was enjoyable, had great aesthetics, but very expensive for less than an hour of gameplay.”
- “The point and click adventure game mechanics translate so well to VR (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’s like being inside of a Sam and Max game or something.”
- “A fantastic sequel that expands on the point-and-click gameplay and keeps the cheeky private-inspector shtick rolling.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are highly praised for their unique personality and top-notch 3D painted visuals, effectively utilizing a quill style that complements the comic book noir aesthetic. While the visuals are enjoyable and aesthetically pleasing, some users feel the experience is costly 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.”
- “The use of quill in the game's visuals and animation presents a novel style that fits the comic book noir aesthetic perfectly.”
optimization
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The reviews indicate that the band's focus on optimizing their studio work ultimately resulted in their decision to retire from live performances in 1966, highlighting a shift towards refining their artistic efforts over the challenges of touring.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its strong sense of humor and excellent presentation, contributing to its overall quality as an indie title.
- “It's still a quality indie title, with a great sense of humor and excellent presentation.”

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Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye is a puzzle game with science fiction theme.

Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Virtual Reality, Windows and others.

Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye was released on January 18, 2024.

Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye was developed by Peanut Button.

Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye is a single player game.

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