BEHOLDER 2 Review for Steam

Note to players: grab a sweater because Beholder 2 is sure to bring some chills. With the wicked, monochrome graphics and even darker themes, players will without a doubt feel as if they have been thrown into a dystopian world of shadows and mystery. Recently released for PC, Warm Lamp Games’ new adventure game Beholder 2 is strategic, intriguing, and even a bit melodramatic. The creeping sensations and constant fear The Wise Leader instills upon you is enough to make your skin crawl and if you aren’t fearful now, you will be by the end of the game! The feeling of the panoptic eye brings forth the looming question, are you brave enough to reach the top and bring light to the darkness?

After a brief intro where players learn their father has been killed, they are introduced to their new life of work at the Ministry. This work, though entertaining to the player, is designed to appear tedious and oppressive to their character. The remedial task of answering to other’s and submitting requests makes the player feel even more subservient in this already tyrannical world and there is a desire to move up the ladder and make change however that is easier said than done. Furthermore, players are only allotted a certain amount of time per day to fulfill their duties and perform any leisurely activities they may desire. While at first I found this difficult, as time went on, I began to find my footing and get used to managing my time. It is vital that players pay attention to their clock and do not get caught up in earning money or socializing. While it is crucial to earn money so you can pay bills, nothing is worse than running out of time and being unable to complete your daily tasks. For instance, considering the time it takes to wait in line, interact with other characters, or read books at the end of the day to earn experience is monumental to a player’s success in the game so do not get caught up in the greed!

Like real life, players work because they must pay for things like rent, electricity, and other necessities which can become extremely expensive quite quickly. To earn enough money players must perform their daily tasks… perfectly. To do this, players should look for patterns in the way their visitors ask them questions, declare issues, or present information. For instance, players will find there are significant differences in complaints and denunciations. While complaints tend to lie within the community, denunciations tend to rest upon someone’s character. If players can notice small details like this, it will ensure they receive money for their hard work. So, consider your choices carefully they might just link up!

Overall, Beholder 2 is a well-constructed game. From dialogue to gameplay, Warm Lamp Games has really hit the nail on the head when constructing this thrilling new strategy game. Without sparing any gruesome details, the execution of an omnipresent, dystopian society is certainly evident. The monochrome graphics, raw language, and violence frame Beholder 2 as one of the most entertaining yet oppressive adventure games in a while. If you aren’t afraid of the unknown and willing to witness what lies within the darkness, try Beholder 2, perhaps you may rise to the top.

Rating: 9.5

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Beholder 2 is available for PC, Mac, and Linux via Steam.