Guacamelee! 2

Guacamelee! 2

August 21, 2018
Drinkbox Studios
4.7/5.0(2,300 reviews)
ActionActionAction
Mixed

Player feedback for Guacamelee! 2 is largely divided, with many praising its vibrant art style, fun combat, and the humorous narrative. However, a significant portion of players criticized the game's controls, platforming difficulty, and reliance on frustrating mechanics.

About This Game

Guacamelee! 2 is a brawler-metroidvania wrapped in Mexican folklore and luchador comedy, following the masked hero Juan through a vividly colored world where combat and platforming share the same moveset: the same uppercut that juggles enemies also smashes through terrain to open new paths. Its standout feature on this list is drop-in four-player local co-op, rare in the genre. Player reviews praise the art, the humor and the fast combat, while the common complaints are punishing platforming sequences and moments where the controls feel finicky. It leans more action-brawler than atmospheric explorer, and it is the group pick here. For a couch that wants a metroidvania they can tackle together, it is the obvious choice.

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Co-op Supported

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
Side view

Player Reviews

Mixed

Player feedback for Guacamelee! 2 is largely divided, with many praising its vibrant art style, fun combat, and the humorous narrative. However, a significant portion of players criticized the game's controls, platforming difficulty, and reliance on frustrating mechanics.

Pros

  • Vibrant and colorful art style
  • Humorous dialogue and storytelling
  • Fast-paced and satisfying combat
  • Challenging platforming with rewarding mechanics
  • Improvement and depth added to the chicken form

Cons

  • Inconsistent and frustrating controls
  • Excessive difficulty in platforming sequences
  • Heavy reliance on gimmicky mechanics and interruptions
  • Long and tedious exposition-heavy sections
  • Repetitive and uninspired boss fights

Based on 100 reviews from steam

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Guacamelee! 2 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guacamelee! 2 worth playing?
Guacamelee! 2 has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.7 out of 5 across 2,300 reviews.
Is Guacamelee! 2 single-player or multiplayer?
Guacamelee! 2 supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative.
What platforms is Guacamelee! 2 available on?
Guacamelee! 2 is available on PS4.
When did Guacamelee! 2 release?
Guacamelee! 2 released on August 21, 2018.
What is Guacamelee! 2's age rating?
Guacamelee! 2 carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.