Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream

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Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Gamecom Team and was released on September 15, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Teenagers, Dreams, and Drugs. Unveil the secrets of South Jayakarta city, set two years after the ending of the original Troublemaker. The journey of the “Parakacuk” gang continues alongside the “Beyond Dream” band in South Jayakarta city in this fun open-world action-comedy beat-'em-up game.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 105 reviews

story9 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features an engaging story with relatable themes and plot twists that resonate with players.
Gameplay has improved significantly from the first installment, with better combat mechanics and a variety of side quests that add depth to the experience.
The soundtrack and voice acting have received praise, contributing to the overall atmosphere and enjoyment of the game.

The game suffers from performance issues and poor optimization, leading to frame rate drops and graphical inconsistencies even on high-end PCs.
Many players find the dialogue cringe-worthy and the humor falls flat, detracting from the overall narrative experience.
The combat system is criticized for being repetitive and lacking variety, with stiff animations and problematic camera angles during fights.

story
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
76%
7%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and enjoyable, particularly praising its emotional depth and humor in side quests. However, others criticized the main plot as uninteresting and the side quests as repetitive or lacking substance. Overall, while some appreciate the absurdity and creativity in the storytelling, others feel it needs more polish and depth.
- “Story: 100/10 (I really love it)”
- “Great game, great story, full content, amazing.”
- “The world feels lively, the story is more emotional, and it’s worth supporting an Indonesian indie like this.”
- “As for the plot, it's just not interesting; basically, some college kids fighting with drug dealers and gangs while also having a band with a dream of big success.”
- “Some side mission scripts and storytelling are so dumb and nonsensical.”
- “The story writing still feels a bit messy and needs further development.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
68%
16%
Overall, the gameplay has seen significant improvements from the previous installment, with enhanced graphics and fluid combat mechanics that resonate well with fans of the Yakuza series. However, some players noted lingering issues such as bugs and a desire for more refined fighting mechanics and smoother character movements. The engaging story and diverse side content contribute positively to the overall experience, making it enjoyable despite some areas needing further polish.
- “Gameplay overall has improved from the first game, the graphics are clearly better, and the fighting feels more fluid and enjoyable.”
- “The beat 'em up combat mechanics feel solid and satisfying, especially if you've played games like the Yakuza series—it scratches that same itch without feeling derivative.”
- “The main story, gameplay mechanics, minigames, and side stories are all really fun and never boring!”
- “My advice - just buy any Yakuza game and enjoy an actual well-made game with cool characters, interesting plot, amazing side content, and top-notch fighting mechanics. Do not waste time on this poor parody.”
- “Early impression: mechanics-wise, there is almost no improvement compared to the first game.”
- “But please improve the fighting mechanics and do some proper QA before releasing the game.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
37%
27%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising the soundtrack as "keren banget" (really cool) and noting its emotional depth, particularly in songs like "goblok tenan," which resonates with themes of relationship struggles. However, players have pointed out issues with the rhythm mini-game, citing timing discrepancies that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, there are concerns about copyright issues during streaming, indicating a need for better management of music rights.
- “The audio and soundtrack are incredibly cool!”
- “What a game! Nice story, good combat, and I love the song too.”
- “Good soundtrack; the rhythm game could be better, but right now the timing feels a bit off.”
- “Meh... masih banyak yang perlu diperbaiki. Isu yang saya alami kurang lebih sama seperti pemain lainnya: UI stamina tidak berkurang, sistem fokus target yang masih terasa amburadul, kamera cutscene yang aneh gerakannya, mini game musik yang notenya tidak pas dengan musiknya.”
- “- [i]Streamer mode:[/i] I turned it on, but while streaming to YouTube, I still got hit with a copyright warning email over some music/sfx.”
- “This game feels like a major improvement over the previous one, but the timing window for the song minigame is either delayed or ignores my controller input.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, particularly on high-end PCs, and calling for improvements in future updates. While some users noted stable performance without crashes, others highlighted the need for better tuning and optimization to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The graphics and performance are pretty stable overall; I didn't encounter a single crash during my entire playthrough, which is always a win.”
- “There's definitely room for better tuning here.”
- “The game has a lot of improvements from the first TroubleMaker; there are many enhancements and additions that were not in the first game. However, it is still a bit lacking in optimization, but the game is highly recommended to be played, especially in TroubleMaker 2, where you can explore the city of Jayakarta and the optimization is good.”
- “The game has performance issues and has no business demanding a high-end PC for what is offered here.”
- “Game optimization is so bad, and I don't understand why 4080s are using 90% and 14GB VRAM when running at 2K 150fps on ultra settings.”
- “There are definitely optimization issues; there's room for better tuning here.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is hit-or-miss, with some players finding it juvenile, such as a quest involving a man defecating in a river, while others appreciate the absurdity and relatable references, particularly if they resonate with specific cultural contexts. Overall, the game features a mix of comedic moments that can be entertaining, especially for those familiar with its lore and humor style.
- “Quite interesting in terms of story lore, lots of absurd, hilarious moments.”
- “Relatable meme and good reference (maybe some memes/references are not relevant if you weren't born in Indonesia, but it's actually funny if you understand).”
- “Funny”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
Overall, the graphics have received positive feedback, with users praising the improved quality compared to previous titles and expressing admiration for the 2D art style. Additionally, the game's performance is noted to be stable, contributing to a smooth gaming experience.
- “I appreciate the artists behind the 2D art; it's incredibly impressive and I always love the art style!”
- “Graphics and performance: pretty stable overall; I didn't encounter a single crash during my entire playthrough, which is always a win.”
- “The graphics will be much better than TBM 2, and I hope the depth of the story will be there too.”
- “---{ graphics }---”
- “Pretty stable overall; I didn't encounter a single crash during my entire playthrough, which is always a win.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have reported stability issues, particularly on the Steam Deck, where video cutscenes frequently freeze while the audio continues to play, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
- “During my gameplay on the Steam Deck, I experienced frequent instances where video cutscenes would freeze while the audio continued to play, which was very annoying.”
- “The game crashes unexpectedly, making it difficult to progress without losing progress.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that caused the game to freeze, disrupting the overall experience.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is praised for its unique setting that captures local vibes, creating an immersive experience for players.
- “Love the setting and atmosphere—very unique and full of local vibes.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that stays with you long after playing.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, highlighting its vibrant world and impactful storytelling, which adds depth to the experience and makes supporting this Indonesian indie title worthwhile.
- “The world feels lively, the story is more emotional, and it’s worth supporting an Indonesian indie like this.”

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Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream is a action adventure game.

Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream is available on PC and Windows.

Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream was released on September 15, 2025.

Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream was developed by Gamecom Team.

Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream is a single player game.

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