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SteamWorld Heist II

SteamWorld Heist II

August 8, 2024
Thunderful Publishing AB
4.7/5.0(464 reviews)

Genres

StrategyAction
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About This Game

Embark on a thrilling tactical adventure in SteamWorld Heist II, where you lead Captain Leeway and a crew of steambots to combat a deadly water crisis threatening botkind. With enhanced turn-based strategy gameplay, rich customization options, and a handcrafted world packed with treasures, your decisions will shape this epic journey across the Great Sea.

Highlights

  • Precision turn-based combat featuring ricochet mechanics
  • Explore real-time naval battles and uncover hidden treasures
  • Customizable crew with over 150 weapons and upgrades
  • Rich new job system for tailored gameplay strategies
  • Engaging story with charming art and music by Steam Powered Giraffe
  • Over 30 hours of immersive gameplay set in the SteamWorld universe
  • Diverse mission objectives and character abilities
  • Quality of life improvements from the original game

Platforms

PS4
PS5

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapanesePolishPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanishUkrainian

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Bird view / IsometricSide view

Player Reviews

Good

Overall, player feedback for SteamWorld Heist II is overwhelmingly positive, with many reviews praising its charming art, engaging gameplay, and innovative mechanics that build upon the original. However, there are notable criticisms regarding the pacing, level design, and some new gameplay elements that do not resonate well with all players. The sentiment is largely favorable, especially among fans of the series.

Pros

  • • Charming art style and great music
  • • Engaging and fun tactical gameplay
  • • Improved mechanics and character customization
  • • Variety in mission objectives and character abilities
  • • Strong quality of life improvements compared to the first game

Cons

  • • Pacing issues, with some players finding it too long
  • • Submarine navigation and combat perceived as tedious
  • • Some mechanics feel convoluted or frustrating for new players
  • • Repetitive level design and enemy waves in later game stages
  • • Story elements lacking depth and humor compared to the first game

Based on 99 reviews from steam

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DLC & Editions

SteamWorld Heist Complete Bundle
SteamWorld Heist Complete Bundlebundle
SteamWorld Heist II & SteamWorld Build Bundle
SteamWorld Heist II & SteamWorld Build Bundlebundle
Steamworld Essentials Collection
Steamworld Essentials Collectionbundle

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SteamWorld Heist II — Frequently Asked Questions

Is SteamWorld Heist II worth playing?
SteamWorld Heist II has a good reception from players, holding an average score of 4.7 out of 5 across 464 reviews.
Is SteamWorld Heist II single-player or multiplayer?
SteamWorld Heist II supports single player.
What platforms is SteamWorld Heist II available on?
SteamWorld Heist II is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did SteamWorld Heist II release?
SteamWorld Heist II released on August 8, 2024.
What is SteamWorld Heist II's age rating?
SteamWorld Heist II carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.
SteamWorld Heist II - Tactical Adventure Across the Seas