Everhood 2

Released

Release Date: March 4, 2025

RPG, Fantasy, 2D, Rhythm, Arcade Elements, Indie Games, Surrealism, Singleplayer

Second installment of the surrealistic rhythm RPG series dating back to 2021. Everhood 2 allows to revisit the strange fantasy world, full of beings ready to challenge our character in crazy musical battles. The protagonist is a color-changing soul.

7.8

OpenCritic

7.5

Steam

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Plot
Mechanics
Technical aspects

Everhood 2 is a sequel of the highly rated, musical retro RPG, full of arcade challenges and crazy plot twists. The independent company Foreign Gnomes is behind developing and publishing the game, also responsible for the production of the first part of the series.

Plot

In the game we embody a color-changing soul, delving into the secrets of a vast, unfriendly land. Its journey is accompanied by a heavenly Raven, who promises to restore the voice of the main character, provided that they first destroy the powerful Mind Dragon.

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Mechanics

In terms of gameplay, the sequel is an improved version of the original. We once again delve into a complex world straight from old-school RPGs, the main objectives of which are exploration, interacting with numerous NPCs and conducting musical battles that test our agility and concentration level.

Everhood 2 also introduces more advanced combat sequences, similar to the bullet hell scenes. The main character once again competes with a single opponent who uses a series of attacks in an isolated space. Enemy attacks vary in form and creativity, requiring more thoughtful dodges from the player. The difference is also noticeable in the fighting style of our protagonist, who can now determine the color of their soul.

The player has a choice of three different colors (blue, red, and green), moreover, during the confrontation, he uses both his abilities and the available arsenal and talismans. Each weapon deals a certain amount of damage, but its power can be increased by using special Weapon Tokens. The main character develops higher skill level by continuing to participate in new battles.

Technical aspects

The second part of Everhood retained the pixel art style of the original, however, it introduced some improvements and diversifications, including more explicit references to Japanese animation. The game also contains over 100 songs composed by artists such as Cazok and KM_EXP. Just like in the first game, there's support for a Custom Battle Editor.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Nintendo Switch

Developer: Foreign Gnomes

Publisher: Foreign Gnomes

Age restrictions: 12+

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Deltarune

Undertale

Crypt of the NecroDancer

Game Series

2GAMES

Everhood Game Series

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Everhood 2 Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Pentium 4, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 128 MB Radeon 9550 or better, 1 GB HDD, Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core 2 Duo T7300 2.0 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB Radeon HD 6350 or better, 1 GB HDD, Windows XP/Vista/7/10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Everhood 2 Video Game.

7.8

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 71% of Critics. There are 26 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Digital Chumps: 7.5 / 10 by Will Silberman

Overall, I'm torn about Everhood 2. Its rhythm-based battles are unlike any RPG I've played before. Its soundtrack is incredible. Walking through emptiness and seeing delayed payoffs from the worldbuilding side, though, makes the game feel less fun than it should be. I enjoyed Everhood 2, but I wish that I spent more time in the rhythm battles than exploring.

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NextPlay: 8 / 10 by Nate Shearer

Everhood 2 is a phenomenal journey shrouded in mystique and intrigue. It may not make a lick of sense up until the very last moment, but it remains enjoyable throughout regardless. The foundation that the game is ultimately built on, the soundtrack, is unsurprisingly mind-blowing and while the lean into more mainstream RPG elements didn’t do it for me, I can see a swath of the community having a blast with it. If you’re a sicko that enjoyed the first game, I think you’ll have at least a good time with this one.

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Nindie Spotlight: 7.8 / 10 by Justin Nation

Taking the formula of the original and essentially doubling down on it, it’s a creative rhythm RPG, but an acquired taste to be sure

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75%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (2,209)

STEAM

User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Gameplay Improvements: Many users praised the refined combat system, which allows for more strategic play through risk-reward mechanics, such as absorbing multiple attacks to unleash powerful counterattacks.
Soundtrack: The music received a lot of positive feedback, with many tracks being described as catchy and enjoyable, though some felt it lacked the memorable quality of the first game's soundtrack.
Visuals: The game's art style and animations were generally well-received, with some users appreciating the vibrant and psychedelic visuals.
Fun Characters: Some characters were noted as charming and likable, contributing positively to the overall experience.

The main cons of the game

Weak Story: A significant number of reviews criticized the narrative, describing it as disjointed, confusing, and lacking depth. Many players felt that the story did not resonate or carry the same weight as the first game.
Repetitive Encounters: Users expressed frustration with the numerous repeat battles against the same enemies, which detracted from the uniqueness of each fight and made the gameplay feel tedious.
Lack of Coherent Themes: The game was criticized for its failure to provide a meaningful message, with many players feeling that it undermined the themes established in the first game.
Unsatisfying Ending: The ending was generally seen as disappointing, with players feeling that it did not provide closure or a satisfying conclusion to the story.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Character Development: Many users noted that characters lacked depth and meaningful arcs, resulting in a failure to form emotional connections with them.
Engaging Plot: The game was criticized for not having a coherent plot or clear motivations for characters, leading to a lack of engagement with the story.
Meaningful Choices: Players expressed disappointment that choices made throughout the game did not seem to impact the outcome or story progression, making the experience feel hollow.

Summary

Overall, while Everhood 2 has its strengths in gameplay and music, it is largely considered a disappointment compared to its predecessor due to its weak narrative, repetitive gameplay, and lack of character development.

Summary generated on: October 29, 2025

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