SteamWorld Dig 2
Mar 01, 2020 6 years ago
SteamWorld Dig 2 takes you on a platform mining adventure forged in Metroidvania flames. When an old trading town is struck by mysterious earthquakes, it’s up to a lone steambot and her unlikely companion to uncover what trembling terrors lie beneath. Dig your way underground and explore vivid worlds riddled with treasure, secrets and traps. Combat dangerous enemies at every turn of the underworld’s twisted paths, including shadowy creatures and the haunted remains of an ancient electrical threat. Upgrade your gear to forge deeper into the earth and take on bigger challenges. Swing across large chasms with your Hookshot and fly through caves with the Jet Engine! And finally, learn the truth about your long lost friend…
What it’s like
SteamWorld Dig 2 delivers a tightly crafted Metroidvania experience where mining is the primary mechanic for exploration and progression. You control a steambot descending into vast, hand-painted underground worlds, balancing resource gathering with platforming precision. The game excels in momentum; acquiring new tools like the Hookshot or Jet Engine immediately opens up previously inaccessible areas, creating a satisfying loop of discovery and backtracking. Visually, it is a standout indie title, featuring lush, detailed pixel art that shifts beautifully between biomes. While the narrative serves as a gentle backdrop about friendship and mystery, the true focus remains on the tactile joy of digging, upgrading gear, and mastering movement mechanics. The structure is linear yet expansive, rewarding curiosity with secrets while maintaining a consistent, upbeat tone throughout its lengthy campaign.
Strong in Exploration / WorldGameplay / MechanicsPacingPolish / PerformanceProgression / ReplayabilityVisuals / ArtAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCharactersSystems Depth / Build Variety
Keep in mind The combat is functional but lacks the depth or intensity found in other action-platformers, serving primarily as an obstacle rather than a core pillar. Players seeking complex narrative twists or high-stakes difficulty spikes may find the experience too gentle and formulaic.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from metacritic.com, ign.com, eurogamer.net, gamespot.com, destructoid.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 21, 20179 years ago |
| Linux | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 22, 20179 years ago |
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 22, 20179 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 22, 20179 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 27, 20179 years ago |
| PlayStation Vita | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 27, 20179 years ago |
| Nintendo 3DS | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 22, 20188 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 21, 20188 years ago |
| Google Stadia | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 01, 20206 years ago |
