SteamWorld Dig 2 Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-10-12
- Better than predecessor
- Fun and enjoyable gameplay
- Excellent metroidvania
- Weak and lackluster boss fights
- Underwhelming and abrupt story
- Clunky and basic combat system
Emotions
Archetypes
Hardware
Windows 8-11GB VRAMpositive
Snapshot History
Positive
Negative
439
85%
15%
402
87%
13%
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 80%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 20%
- Protest reviews
- 0%
- 87%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 13%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 1589
- Negative points
- 477
- Gameplay points
- 1099
- Perf. points
- 26
- Rec. points
- 272
- Misc points
- 538
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Better than predecessor
| The sequel is widely praised as a significant improvement over the original, with many noting upgrades in gameplay, graphics, story, and overall design. Players feel it surpasses its predecessor in almost every aspect, making it a worthy successor. | 89% |
Fun and enjoyable gameplay
| The core gameplay is frequently described as fun, satisfying, and well-made, with a gameplay loop that keeps players engaged. Many find it a blast to play and worth the money. | 50% |
Excellent metroidvania
| Reviewers consistently describe the game as a top-tier metroidvania, highlighting its strong genre mechanics and seamless integration of exploration and ability gating. Many consider it one of the best examples of the genre. | 39% |
Engaging story
| The story is often called enjoyable, interesting, and well-told, even if simple. It adds to the overall experience and is considered better than the first game's narrative. | 18% |
Improved upgrade system
| The game features more numerous and meaningful upgrades compared to its predecessor, with a new upgrade system that greatly enhances character progression. Players appreciate the depth and variety of upgrades available. | 16% |
Grappling hook enhances movement
| The addition of the grappling hook is highly praised for opening up new movement options and making traversal more exciting. It is considered a game-changer that improves the overall feel. | 11% |
Fluid and smooth gameplay
| Players highlight the fluidity and smoothness of the gameplay, describing it as satisfying and well-executed. The controls and movement feel polished and responsive. | 11% |
Unique mining metroidvania
| The blend of metroidvania and mining/digging mechanics is seen as unique and extremely satisfying. The digging-based exploration sets it apart from typical metroidvanias. | 11% |
Excellent level design
| Level design is frequently commended for being intelligent, hand-crafted, and well-suited to the game's mechanics. Challenge caves and overall layout are highlights. | 11% |
Improved graphics
| Graphics are noted as more polished, pleasant, and beautiful compared to the previous game. The visual upgrades contribute to a more enjoyable experience. | 11% |
Balanced difficulty
| The difficulty is praised for being just right—challenging but not overly hard, and not too long. This balance makes the game accessible while still requiring effort. | 11% |
Charming characters and world
| The characters and world are often described as charming, charismatic, and cute, adding to the game's appeal. This charm enhances the overall experience. | 11% |