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PixelJunk Eden 2
From the mind of Baiyon, creative director and hypnotic soundscape composer, for both the award winning Pixeljunk Eden and Eden Obscura, comes Eden 2, an exploration of life, color and collaboration as Grimps reinvigorate and revitalize the world in a swath of luminescence, painting upon a lush canvas as they play. Return to the spectacular, ever changing gardens of psychedelic sights and sounds as you cultivate new plants and biomes, collect pollen and help seeds sprout new exotic leaves and bloom flowers, all against a dynamic and vibrant backdrop of mellow, multi-hued visuals. Swing and spin from silk threads, in both single and cooperative play as you and a partner pirouette around one another in brush-strokes of light and color in the world on your journey to collect the all important “Spectra,” the source of all life in the world. Features: New Grimps with added perks can be unlocked over time, providing new ways to play and experience these strange new worlds. Use a variety of different “spices” to improve pollen gathering, spend more time cultivating the gardens, as well as alter the world in mind bending ways! Relax to the synergetic beats and rhythms created especially for these kaleidoscopic, wonderful worlds. With a multitude of gardens to choose from and many different variants to each, Eden 2 provides countless hours of continuous play. An expansive and eclectic mix of ambient and sensory candy for your ears.
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9 reviews found85
NintendoWorldReport
Dec 14, 2020
Even in spite of some bouts of repetition, PixelJunk Eden 2 is a wonderful experience. It’s serene just exploring and engaging with the visually intriguing gardens while backed by a killer soundtrack. The various gameplay mods that come out of the different Grimps and Spices are clever in how they usually alter the play style just enough to make you approach each level in a different way. This is one of the most mindfully aware games I’ve ever played. It’s well worth sitting down with if you just want to be in the moment and clear your mind.
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Destructoid
Dec 10, 2020
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Seafoam Gaming
Jun 10, 2021
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4Players.de
Jan 15, 2021
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Nintendo Life
Dec 13, 2020
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Nintendo Insider
Dec 10, 2020
As someone who wasn’t particularly attached to the first game, I thought PixelJunk Eden 2 was fun and unique, but didn’t think of it too far beyond that. For those who were waiting for a sequel to PixelJunk Eden or simply want a different type of game that will relax them, I have no doubt that you’re going to love this, complete all of the gardens and their variations, collect all the Grimps and really make the most out of it.
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Screen Rant
Jan 31, 2021
PixelJunk Eden 2 is an indie title that re-delivers a unique premise for a new generation of players. The gameplay mechanic of swinging around plants in a 2D video game environment isn't revolutionary, but the melodies and levels create a trippy and euphoric journey that is sure to keep players coming back. It may not be a step up from what came before it all those years ago, but Q-Games has managed to give fans of the original and newcomers alike a reason to go gardening. Next: Why PS5 & Xbox Series X Still Can't Compete With Nintendo Switch PixelJunk Eden 2 is now available on Nintendo Switch.
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Cubed3
Feb 3, 2021
A fairly niche experience is here to be had. It is unique, bold and above all pretty cool! When it comes down to it, PixelJunk Eden 2 is an easy experience to get lost in. It is obviously not going to satisfy everyone but for those this title strikes a nerve with it will be a lasting enjoyable experience and memory.
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The Verge
Dec 9, 2020
PixelJunk Eden 2 is an easy recommendation. It resurrects an indie classic and makes it much less frustrating to play, which I would call an improvement for something that ought to be perfect for zoning out. Eden 2 isn’t quite as novel a prospect as the original was 12 years ago, but it still manages to stand out as uniquely stylish.
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