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Bloodlines 2 Reviews Split as Critics Praise Story but Knock RPG Depth and PS5 Performance

Early verdicts point to a narrative-driven sequel with pared-back systems ahead of the October 21 launch.

Overview

  • Published reviews range from 4/10 to 8/10, with aggregates around 67 on Metacritic and 66 on OpenCritic.
  • Multiple outlets commend the Seattle setting, characters, and worldbuilding as the game’s standout strengths.
  • Reviewers frequently describe the RPG layer as severely stripped back, with one outlet reporting a roughly 15-hour campaign and few consequential choices.
  • A prominent PS5 review cites pervasive stuttering and single-digit frame-rate drops that impede combat and basic playability.
  • Combat and pacing receive mixed notes, with some finding fights punchy and Fabien’s segments engaging while others criticize balancing and momentum-killing flashbacks.