The Talos Principle 2

The Talos Principle 2

November 2, 2023
Devolver Digital
4.5/5.0(2,897 reviews)

Genres

PuzzleAdventure

About This Game

The Talos Principle 2 expands Croteam's first-person puzzle series into a larger, brighter world where a young society of machines confronts what it means to be human. The puzzles remain the spine, laser redirection, jammers and recording devices layered into increasingly intricate rooms, but the sequel wraps them in a philosophical narrative about consciousness, progress and myth. Player sentiment runs strongly positive on the puzzle design and the visual leap, with the debate landing on tone and pacing. A vocal group finds the walking between areas and the volume of dialogue dilute the tension the first game held so tightly, and a few note the puzzles skew slightly easier. It suits players who want ideas discussed as well as solved; anyone who prized the original's austere focus should know the sequel is far more talkative.

Platforms

PS5

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)EnglishFrench (France)GermanJapaneseKoreanPolishPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanishTurkish

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
First personThird person

Time to Beat

Rushed:23h
Main story:33h
Completionist:39h

Player Reviews

Great

Overall, player feedback for The Talos Principle 2 is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its engaging puzzles, visually striking graphics, and deep philosophical themes. However, some players express disappointment over the pacing and excessive walking, leading to a divide in opinions regarding the game's structure compared to its predecessor.

Pros

  • Engaging and challenging puzzles
  • Visually stunning graphics and environments
  • Deep and thought-provoking philosophical themes
  • Satisfactory narrative and character development
  • Improved mechanics and gameplay experience

Cons

  • Excessive walking and navigation leading to pacing issues
  • Some found puzzles to be easier than in the first game
  • Dialogue and narrative felt overly verbose or disconnected from gameplay
  • A few players reported performance issues and technical bugs
  • Lack of the unique atmosphere present in the first game

Based on 99 reviews from steam

Screenshots

DLC & Editions

The Talos Principle II: Road to Elysium
The Talos Principle II: Road to Elysiumexpansion
The Talos Principle Collection
The Talos Principle Collectionbundle
The Talos Principle II: Deluxe Edition
The Talos Principle II: Deluxe Editionbundle

The Talos Principle 2 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Talos Principle 2 worth playing?
The Talos Principle 2 has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.5 out of 5 across 2,897 reviews.
How long does it take to beat The Talos Principle 2?
The Talos Principle 2 takes around 33 hours for the main story and about 39 hours to fully complete.
Is The Talos Principle 2 included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — The Talos Principle 2 is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is The Talos Principle 2 single-player or multiplayer?
The Talos Principle 2 supports single player.
What platforms is The Talos Principle 2 available on?
The Talos Principle 2 is available on PS5.
When did The Talos Principle 2 release?
The Talos Principle 2 released on November 2, 2023.
What is The Talos Principle 2's age rating?
The Talos Principle 2 carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.