Info about Surgeon Simulator 2:

Official game description:
Bob’s life is in your hand! It’s time to slip into your scrubs and grab the nearest scalpel (saw or sink plunger), and enter the Bossa Labs Medical Facility in this physics based operating theatre of chaos.
Take on the cream of the medical establishment in riotous competitive challenges and play frantically blood-splattered games in Surgeon Simulator 2’s rib-tickling Campaign Mode.
In **Story Mode** you perform operations, opening ribcages, choosing transplant organs, making sure Bob doesn’t bleed out – it’s a barrage of botch jobs which will test every element of your surgical skills. As the pressure to keep the patient alive mounts, you must work like a well oiled machine, choosing to help, or hinder, the life-saving efforts in this unique and pandemonium pumped game.
In **Campaign Mode** Reveal the truth behind the mysterious medical facility with a plot crafted by award winning writer Rhianna Pratchett which has more twists than Bob’s intestines. 
Nothing is ever straight-forward including head transplants – who would have known? The Bossa Labs Medical Facility is as much a character in this game as your fellow surgeons and seems to be totally trying to sabotage your surgical career with its labyrinthine corridors, devious puzzles and tricky traps.
From space stations to discos, bowling alleys to carnivals, your fellow surgeons have been creating some incredible and unlikely scenarios for surgical procedures – and they are all yours to play in with more levels and games being created all the time! Jump in and let the adventure begin!
_Publishers note: prior to the transfer of Surgeon Simulator 2 from publisher tinyBuild to Infogrames multiplayer functionality was removed from this game. The team at Infogrames is currently evaluating this decision. For the foreseeable future the title remains a fun, irreverently funny romp through the world of high-stakes surgery._

Release date: Sep 2, 2021

Categories: Simulation, Medical Simulation, Cooperative Multiplayer, Puzzle Solving, Story Mode, Character Customization, Level Editor, Physics Simulation


- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $3.00 - $5.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that users find the game enjoyable and worth purchasing when it is priced below $5. Multiple reviews mention buying the game on sale for around $3 to $4 and feeling satisfied with the purchase. Additionally, users recommend buying the game only when it is discounted to under $5, indicating that this is a fair price range for the base game.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 5.0h
  - Story completion: 5.0h
  - Session length: 1.5h
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides direct statements about the playtime for Surgeon Simulator 2. The first quote estimates the total game completion time to be around 4-6 hours. The second quote specifies that the story mode can be completed in around 5 hours, which aligns with the game completion time. The third and fourth quotes provide additional context on individual playtimes, which support the typical session length and overall playtime metrics.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game was fun primarily due to its multiplayer mode, but the removal of this feature has led to a significant drop in enjoyment and engagement.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Multiplayer mode
  - Time to anchor: 0h 0m
  - Friction: Removal of multiplayer mode; Game-breaking bugs; Poor performance optimization; Misleading advertising
  - Unlock drivers: Playing with friends; Chaotic and entertaining interactions
  - Conditions: Co-op gameplay; Multiplayer interactions; Playing with friends
- Player Archetypes:
  - Co-op Multiplayer Enthusiast (no buy)
    - Motivation: Playing with friends and experiencing cooperative gameplay.
    - Playstyle: Cooperative multiplayer focused on playing with friends.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: Multiplayer fans; Co-op gamers
    - Reference games: Surgeon Simulator 1; Other cooperative multiplayer games
  - Casual Story Explorer (sale)
    - Motivation: Enjoying a casual story experience and exploring the game's environment.
    - Playstyle: Single-player focused on story and exploration.
    - Experience: newcomer
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: Casual gamers; Story enthusiasts
    - Reference games: Surgeon Simulator 1; Other casual story-driven games
  - Completionist Achievement Hunter (no buy)
    - Motivation: Achieving 100% completion and unlocking all in-game achievements.
    - Playstyle: Focused on completing all aspects of the game and unlocking achievements.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: Achievement hunters; Completionists
    - Reference games: Surgeon Simulator 1; Other games with extensive achievement lists


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Fun with friends (weight 0.22): The game is particularly enjoyable when played with friends, emphasizing its co-op and multiplayer features.
- Enjoyable game experience (weight 0.19): Many players found the game to be enjoyable and fun, highlighting its overall positive experience.
- Unique gameplay experience (weight 0.12): The game offers a unique and entertaining experience, with chaotic and humorous gameplay mechanics.
- Creative level editor (weight 0.11): The level editor is praised for adding creativity and extending the game's lifespan, allowing for custom and fan-made levels.
- High-quality graphics (weight 0.09): The game's graphics are noted for being above average and visually appealing, contributing to the overall experience.
- Educational and enjoyable tutorial (weight 0.06): The tutorial is noted for being both fun and educational, making the game accessible for new players.
- Puzzle elements (weight 0.05): The game includes puzzle elements that add depth and challenge to the gameplay.
- Improved controls and movement (weight 0.05): The game features improved controls and full range movement, allowing for better exploration and gameplay.
- Sequel to Surgeon Simulator (weight 0.05): The game is a sequel to Surgeon Simulator, building on the original formula and adding new features.
- Suitable for various audiences (weight 0.04): The game is suitable for both teens and adults, and it does not require a high-end PC to run.
- High-quality voice acting (weight 0.02): The game is praised for its high-quality voice actors, enhancing the overall storytelling experience.
- Character customization (weight 0.02): The game includes character customization options, allowing players to personalize their experience.
- Daily goals and challenges (weight 0.02): The game features daily goals and challenges, providing players with ongoing objectives and rewards.

Common complaints:
- Multiplayer features removed (weight 0.45): The game has removed various multiplayer features including co-op mode, online play, and custom maps. This has led to significant dissatisfaction among players who enjoyed these aspects.
- Game is overpriced (weight 0.18): Many players feel that the game is overpriced and does not offer enough content or quality to justify the cost. The single-player mode is also criticized for not being enjoyable.
- Dull and repetitive gameplay (weight 0.17): The gameplay is considered dull and lacks challenge. Puzzles are seen as repetitive and unnecessary, often outweighing the surgery aspects of the game.
- Simplified surgery mechanics (weight 0.16): The surgery mechanics have been simplified and are considered too basic and unrealistic. This shift from surgery simulation to puzzle-solving has disappointed many players.
- Not faithful to the original (weight 0.14): The game is criticized for not being faithful to the original and failing to capture its essence. It is seen as less fun and of lower quality compared to the first game.
- Poor controls and optimization (weight 0.1): Players have reported that the game has hard and poor controls, which are uncomfortable and lack precision. Additionally, there are issues with poor optimization.
- Game abandonment and bugs (weight 0.09): Players have reported that the game has been abandoned by the developers and contains frequent bugs and glitches.
- Refund requests (weight 0.05): Some players have requested refunds due to the game's issues and perceived lack of value, but refunds are not always available.
- Negative feedback in Russian (weight 0.05): There are negative comments in Russian indicating dissatisfaction with the game, particularly with the removal of multiplayer features.

Gameplay feedback:
- Multiplayer and Co-op Modes (weight 0.21): The game features a variety of multiplayer and cooperative modes, allowing players to engage in surgeries and mini-games with friends. This includes both online multiplayer and local co-op experiences.
- Surgery and Puzzle Mechanics (weight 0.19): The core gameplay revolves around performing surgeries and solving puzzles. Players need to find surgical tools and navigate through physics-based interactions and environmental puzzles.
- Level Customization and Editor (weight 0.09): Players can create and share custom levels using the level editor. This sandbox nature allows for a high degree of creativity and community engagement.
- Game Design and Exploration (weight 0.07): The game features an adventure map design with environmental interactions and exploration elements. Players can crawl through vents and search for batteries to progress.
- Character and Game Customization (weight 0.06): The game offers character customization options and various gameplay modes, including story mode quests and daily goals. This adds depth and replayability to the experience.
- Tutorial and Progression (weight 0.05): The game includes a tutorial to help new players get started and a progression system with levels and achievements to keep players engaged and motivated.
- Technical and Control Issues (weight 0.04): Some players have reported issues with clunky controls and high difficulty. These aspects may affect the overall enjoyment and accessibility of the game.
- Community and Social Features (weight 0.04): The game includes community features such as voice chat and peer-to-peer hosting. These features enhance the social aspect of the game, allowing players to connect and play together more easily.
- Unique and Humorous Gameplay (weight 0.04): The game offers a unique and humorous experience, with elements like saving people in wacky ways and using unusual tools like a blood infusion needle. This adds a fun and quirky twist to the gameplay.
- Graphics and Visual Improvements (weight 0.02): Players have noted improvements in graphics, which enhance the visual appeal and overall immersion of the game.

Performance notes:
- Game crashes frequently (weight 0.09): The game often crashes, causing it to shut down unexpectedly. Players report having to reinstall the game due to these issues.
- Performance optimization needed (weight 0.08): There are notable performance optimization issues, especially in multiplayer mode, leading to instability and poor performance.
- Frame rate drops (weight 0.06): Players experience significant frame rate drops, particularly when loading into new maps or levels.
- Minor bugs and glitches (weight 0.06): Players encounter few bugs and glitches, including black screens and level progression issues.
- Server issues in multiplayer (weight 0.03): There are server issues affecting multiplayer gameplay, causing instability and performance problems.
- Long load times (weight 0.03): The game has long load times, which can be frustrating for players.
- Animation issues (weight 0.02): There are some reports of animation issues, though details are sparse.

Recommendations:
- Wait for sale to buy (weight 0.08): Multiple reviews suggest that the game is not worth buying at full price but is recommended when purchased on sale, especially for fans of the PORTAL series.
- Consider other games (weight 0.02): Some reviews indicate that players might find better alternatives and should look for other games to play instead.

Other player notes:
- Steam Cloud issues (weight 0.02): Players have reported issues related to Steam Cloud, though specific details are not provided.

Emotions:
- Disappointment (weight 0.43): The primary cause of disappointment is the removal of multiplayer and co-op modes, which were key features in the original game. Players also express dissatisfaction with the shift from surgery-focused gameplay to puzzles, a lack of content, and changes in graphics style, leading to a loss of the original game's charm.
- Anger (weight 0.3): Anger stems mainly from the removal of multiplayer features and the inability to play with friends. Players feel misled by false advertising and are frustrated with the high price of the game, especially given the removal of key features and the lack of refund options.
- Frustration (weight 0.15): Frustration is caused by a combination of poor controls, the removal of multiplayer modes, and various technical issues such as game freezing, frame rate drops, and game-breaking bugs. The shift in gameplay focus and the inability to play with friends also contribute to this frustration.
- Confusion (weight 0.03): Confusion arises from the removal of multiplayer modes and the addition of puzzles, which do not fit the original game's style. Players are also uncertain about the functionality of multiplayer and the limited game modes available.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.02): Enjoyment comes from the chaotic and fun multiplayer gameplay, as well as character customization and daily goals. Players find the game fun and engaging, especially when playing with friends.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.02): Nostalgia is driven by positive memories of playing with friends and reminiscing about unique in-game moments. Players recall the fun times they had with friends in the original game.
- Joy (weight 0.01): Joy is derived from the fun multiplayer experience and enjoyable story mode. The tutorial is also mentioned as a positive aspect contributing to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- Sadness (weight 0): Sadness is caused by the removal of multiplayer and lobby features, which prevents players from enjoying the game with friends as they used to.
- Excitement (weight 0): Excitement comes from positive comparisons with the original game and detailed discussions of improved mechanics. Players are excited about the enhancements and new features that build upon the original game.
- Mixed feelings (weight 0): Mixed feelings arise from recognizing improvements over the first game while also noting several drawbacks. Players appreciate the enhancements but are disappointed by the removal of key features and other issues.
- Amusement (weight 0): Amusement is derived from fun interactions and unique gameplay moments that provide a entertaining experience. Players enjoy the chaotic and absurd aspects of the game.}