ELEX II (2022)

Developer: Piranha Bytes
Publisher: THQ Nordic
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating: 3.6 of 5, 6,878 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 44 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A clunky but ambitious open-world RPG where you jetpack through a grim, sci-fi-fantasy wasteland, grappling with rough edges and punishing systems.

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What players say

Players are split on ELEX II, praising exploration and the jetpack but criticizing unexpressive characters, repetitive late-game missions, and a rushed second half. The story ends on a cliffhanger, and fans worry development is stalled after the studio's restructuring.

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