Torchlight II

🎮 Steam ⏳ 5 hours ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5)

A Polished Sequel #

The second Torchlight entry is a fast-paced action RPG developed by Runic Games, offering a polished and accessible alternative to Diablo III, which unfortunately for the Runic Games team, was released very closely. Set in a colorful steampunk-fantasy world, it expands on the original with four distinct classes, compared to three from the previous entry, co-op multiplayer, which was not a thing before, and sprawling open zones, giving a sense of open-worldness.

Refined Gameplay Systems #

The gameplay shines with fluid combat, deep loot systems, and pet companions that can fight and sell your junk, expanding upon the features of the first title. Modding support and a vibrant art style give it lasting appeal. While the story is fairly generic, the satisfying progression and replayability make it a standout in the genre.

Personal Genre Shift #

As much as I like to praise this game, I got to admit that I couldn’t bare to finish it, because personally speaking, when this game came out, I was becoming a Dark Souls fan, so for me, this version of action-RPG, which is more Diablo-like, lives in the past, and I simply cannot enjoy this anymore. Though this is totally a personal take on this, overall Torchlight II is a good entry to the series, that is, if you are a fan of this format, which is not the case for me anymore.