How to Survive 2

🎮 Steam ⏳ 5 hours ⭐⭐ (2/5)

Clunky First Impressions #

I went into How to Survive 2 hoping it would build on what I liked about the first game, but after a few hours I just couldn’t stay invested. The opening felt slow and unnecessarily clunky, with systems that seemed more complicated than fun. Where the original struck a nice balance of survival mechanics and action, this sequel felt bogged down by tedious base-building and grindy resource management.

Lost Atmosphere Charm #

The atmosphere also didn’t grab me the way the first game did. The environments looked bland and repetitive, and the charm of the original’s tone was missing. Even though I enjoyed crafting and scavenging before, here it felt like busywork rather than something rewarding. Playing solo especially made the whole experience feel flat, and the lack of a compelling story didn’t help.

Disappointing Sequel Direction #

For me, the first game was a pleasant surprise, but this one turned into a disappointment. Instead of improving on what worked, it added layers that made the experience less enjoyable. I couldn’t find the motivation to push further, and it left me wishing I had just replayed the original instead. The biggest downside for me is the focus in the coop experience, making this a very poor experience for people who choose to play this alone.