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115.4 hrs last two weeks / 115.4 hrs on record (67.5 hrs at review time)
Posted: 17 Dec @ 9:53am

Outlast 2 Review After 100% Achievements on Steam 🩸🌾

Outlast 2 takes the terror of its predecessor and amplifies it to new, merciless extremes. The game throws you into a twisted, nightmarish village filled with madness, cultists, and unspeakable horrors. Here, fear is not just a feeling—it’s a living, breathing world that consumes you entirely.

Achieving 100% completion was an intense, nerve-wracking experience. Between the screams, frantic chases, and eerie landscapes, Outlast 2 delivers a psychological horror that is unforgettable. However, despite its brilliance in atmosphere and tension, the game is not without flaws.

Positives:

Atmosphere: The game excels at building an oppressive and terrifying environment, combining dark wilderness with haunting villages.
Story Depth: A more complex and layered narrative full of symbolism, mystery, and multiple interpretations.
Sound Design: Incredible audio work—every sound, from footsteps to distant screams, heightens the tension.
Visuals: Improved graphics and detailed environments that make every shadow and location feel alive and dreadful.
Negatives:

Repetitive Gameplay: Despite improvements, the constant cycle of running, hiding, and escaping becomes repetitive over time.
Unbalanced Difficulty: Some sequences rely heavily on relentless chases, offering little time to think, which can feel frustrating and unfair.
Disjointed Storytelling: While intriguing, the frequent shifts between hallucinations and reality can make the narrative feel confusing and less cohesive.
Conclusion:
Outlast 2 delivers a darker, more chaotic horror experience that pushes your nerves to their limit. While its terrifying atmosphere and intricate story shine, repetitive gameplay and frustrating difficulty spikes hold it back from perfection. Still, it’s a masterclass in psychological horror, reminding you that "sometimes running from terror is far more horrifying than facing it."

Final Rating: 80/100 🩸🌾




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