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Tormented Souls 2 is the kind of horror game you like to see from independent developers. As a clear passion project that is willing to push back against “best practices” to maintain the creative vision, it’s here for people who have fond memories of the formative years of survival horror, while also looking very modern. It’s by no means perfect, but the clear enthusiasm that went into it – and the fact that it’s so atmospheric – makes it compelling.

Tormented Souls 2 is a game that doesn't reinvent the formula, but rather improves on the existing roadmap. It's everything you'd expect from a survival horror experience; from the deep, layered exploration and creative puzzle-solving to the immersive atmosphere and natural horror, all working together like a machine in harmony.

Tormented Souls 2 es una carta de amor al survival horror clásico que demuestra que aún hay espacio para el miedo más puro en una industria dominada por la acción y el espectáculo. Dual Effect ha sabido encontrar el equilibrio entre respeto y evolución, recuperando las raíces del género sin renunciar a la comodidad y fluidez que exigen los tiempos actuales. Su ambientación opresiva, los puzles ingeniosos, la cuidada dirección artística y el impecable uso del sonido construyen una experiencia que no busca asustar a golpe de sobresalto, sino hacerte sentir vulnerable, incómodo y, sobre todo, inmerso en un mundo que respira decadencia y misterio. Puede que no sea un juego perfecto —ninguno que aspire a ser auténtico lo es—, pero sí es uno de esos títulos que recuerdan por qué el terror psicológico sigue siendo tan poderoso cuando se hace con convicción.

Sé que (seguramente) os parezca que mi análisis de Tormented Souls 2 ha sido muy superficial. He preferido asumir el riesgo de ofreceros un análisis poco profundo a estropearos la experiencia, porque en este tipo de juegos es muy fácil spoilear y cargarse vuestro viaje por él. He tratado de hablar de cada apartado lo justo para que entendáis cómo es el juego. Y, sobre todo, que quede clara mi opinión más que favorable sobre el mismo.

The past holds the keys for your future...

Tormented Souls 2 Vale a Pena?: Tormented Souls II entrega tudo o que faltava no primeiro jogo. A Dual Effect ouviu o feedback, refinou os problemas e potencializou os acertos. O resultado? Um survival horror moderno que honra os clássicos, equilibra desafio e diversão. 

Personalmente, como cada uno de mis análisis vaya, creo que Tormented Souls 2 es un juego ideal, especialmente para las fechas que llegan. Un homenaje a los clásicos, casi una carta de amor por parte de sus desarrolladores de Chile hacia el género. Un juego que podemos disfrutar no solo los que ya empezamos a peinar canas (y algunos muchas), sino gente nueva que haya crecido oyendo hablar de lo mejorcito que ha habido en cuanto a los survival horror.

Tormented Souls 2 is more of the same, but that's not a bad thing. Even though the encounter design can become frustrating at times, the game is packed with content, varied puzzles and a haunting atmosphere. It's a good time to be a survival horror fan.

One question that might arise with this sequel is whether it's necessary to have played the first installment to enjoy this new title, and the answer is no. While some things might be easier to understand, this new adventure tells a story on its own, although if you're keen, I also recommend trying the first game. You won't be disappointed.

Tormented Souls II is the sequel the first game deserved. Dual Effect listened to criticism, polished what was lacking, and amplified what worked. The result is a survival horror game that respects the classic 90s style without feeling anachronistic, offers a real challenge without becoming constantly frustrating (well, almost), and looks spectacular on PC.

Tormented Souls 2 is an excellent new entry in a budding horror franchise that takes everything that made its predecessor great and builds on top with an added layer of polish.

Tormented Souls 2 is a love letter to the survival horror genre that major companies abandoned years ago. Although many players won't be able to stand its deliberately old-school approach due to the clunky combat and complex puzzles, those who dare to give it a shot will find a game with excellent atmosphere that dares to challenge the player and be truly terrifying.

Tormented Souls 2 gets the visuals right, but loses its soul. The title is still a good classic survival horror experience, and despite significant technical advancements, the script falters, and the story degenerates into something more generic until its final minutes.

Dual Effect repeats its success and surpasses the original game's 2021 release with Tormented Souls 2.

A beautifully crafted survival horror game that knowingly harkens back to the original Resident Evil, while adding in some sympathetically designed modern touches.

The puzzles are designed to resist brute-forcing, and hitting a wall is an intentional part of the experience. Dual Effect clearly did their homework, showcasing a deep understanding of classic survival horror. Their confidence in crafting intricate puzzles and captivating aesthetics makes them a worthy successor to the genre’s iconic classics.

The atmosphere of Tormented Souls 2 is unmistakable, and the game's old-school mechanics are sometimes enjoyable, more often frustrating. In other words, this is a very successful sequel.

En conclusión, tengo que terminar este análisis diciendo que Tormented Souls 2 es un homenaje más que brillante al survival horror clásico. De esos que te hacen sentir vulnerable y demasiado cauteloso ante cada esquina. Y es que Dual Effect ha logrado crear una experiencia que respeta la tensión, la exploración y la estrategia que hicieron grande al género, eso sí, sin caer en la tentación de simplificarlo para un público más moderno.

Another old-school survival horror game, for better or worse. If you love fixed camera angles, pre-rendered backgrounds, limited saves, and constant tension, you can safely add half a point to the final rating. Technically, it's a step up from the previous installment, with excellent, detailed locations, atmospheric and crystal-clear sound, and responsive controls. Animations and poly-models aren't top-notch, but you can't have everything.

While remaining a continuation of the classic survival horror genre, Tormented Souls 2 manages to refine its deep and sincere homage to the great survival horror classics. At times, it wouldn't have hurt to see more of its own creation, but what it does offer is tasteful and high-quality enough to establish itself as a game capable of winning over even the most nostalgic fans.

Tormented Souls 2 continues along the path blazed by its predecessor, paying homage to old-school survival horror without embracing modern action elements

The game has a clear goal - like the first part, it wants to bring back an honest horror atmosphere to fans of older survival horrors. And it succeeds in that, although you will also experience frustrating combat and lengthy running around.

Tormented Souls II brings a handful of meaningful additions that significantly improve the series’ gameplay, but its lack of innovation and reliance on nostalgia strip away the surprise and charm it might have had five years ago.

Like its predecessor, Tormented Souls 2 still struggles with storytelling and character elements that just don't quite hit the mark. While it doesn't go as deep as I would like, above all else, it still serves its grandest purpose with all the passion you could ask for.

It’s atmospheric, unsettling, and just challenging enough to keep you hooked from start to finish. If you grew up with fixed cameras, ink ribbons, and limited shotgun shells, you’ll feel right at home. But if you are like me and have outgrown tank controls and fixed cameras, then this is one mystery that is better left unsolved.

Tras los angustiosos sucesos ocurridos en el Hospital Wildberger, Caroline Walker desea llevar una vida normal junto a su hermana Anna. Sin embargo, en los meses siguientes, Anna empieza a sufrir visiones cargadas de violencia y muerte que la llevan a crear dibujos inquietantes, los cuales pronto empiezan a hacerse realidad de forma espeluznante. Caroline, desesperada por librar a su hermana de esta maldición, viaja al remoto pueblo de Villa Hess y a una misteriosa clínica oculta en las montañas del sur de Chile. Pero, tras las cálidas sonrisas del personal del centro, se esconde una repugnante verdad, y las hermanas pronto se ven atrapadas en una nueva y aterradora pesadilla...

Despite some nostalgic quirks that perhaps should have remained in the past, Tormented Souls 2 is an atmospheric callback to the iconic adventures that made contemporary horror gaming what it is.

Tormented Souls 2 is a worthy successor to the original game, offering an improved experience for players. The sequel has significantly enhanced user-friendliness with its well-designed puzzles and intuitive hints. While the combat system and balance mechanics still present some challenges, players have the option to adjust the difficulty settings or wait for upcoming patches.

Tormented Souls 2, like its predecessor, offers some solid survival horror action inspired by classics of the genre. Some might find dealing with or avoiding enemies a bit frustrating at times though, and a number of its puzzles could be considered a little too obtuse for comfort.

Tormented Souls 2 é como aquele velho relógio de bolso: não é perfeito, mas tem um charme intemporal. Entre câmaras traiçoeiras, puzzles brilhantes e inimigos assustadores, o jogo consegue algo raro — fazer-te sentir vulnerável, sem precisar de truques baratos.

Si j’ai laissé le bénéfice du doute en 2021 pour le premier épisode et son studio Dual Effect, il est plus qu’évident avec ce Tormented Souls 2 que le studio se montre particulièrement paresseux avec un genre qui mérite plus qu’une simple redite d’une formule vieille de plus de 30 ans en espérant que les joueurs soient suffisamment nostalgiques pour foncer tête la première dans l’entourloupe. Si ça fonctionne avec la grosse majorité des joueurs (il n’y a qu’a voir les avis sur Steam pour s’en convaincre), ça ne marchera pas sur moi, éduqué et cultivé sur l’un de mes deux genres de prédilection. En résulte un test à contre courant et vindicatif, parce que j’assume jusqu’au bout ma façon de voir les choses et surtout mon ardent désir de protéger coûte que coûte un genre encore en souffrance il n’y a de ça pas si longtemps que ça. Qui plus est, manque de bol, Tormented Souls 2 est sorti la même année que Cronos The New Dawn, autre Survival Horror qui mérite largement plus votre attention que cette vaste supercherie en bande pas si organisée que ça.

Tal pareciera que el recorrido realizado hasta ahora sugiere más una mirada a los videojuegos de terror desde un punto de vista histórico y no tanto un análisis al uso, pero es que Tormented Souls 2 es uno de los mejores ejemplos de que la clásica fórmula de los survival horror, del que conocíamos, del que explotó años atrás, sigue tomando conciencia en estos tiempos que corren. Si bien, hay cierto miedo a la innovación en la obra que nos ocupa y que nace de la incómoda sensación de incertidumbre. 

Así pues, Tormented Souls 2 ha resultado ser una segunda entrega que no esperaba, pero he disfrutado tanto como la anterior. Y es que los tintes lovecraftianos le sientan como un guante y lo de viajar entre dimensiones para buscar objetos o rutas alternativas, sin saber si allí encontraremos las mismas criaturas u otras todavía más espeluznantes me atrapa. Porque ya se sabe que la curiosidad mató al gato, pero yo siempre digo que murió sabiendo. Y me vais a perdonar porque acabo de oír un ruido extraño en mi casa y no recuerdo si he apagado las velas del espejo. ¿Se me habrá colado un engendro? Por si acaso, voy a por la pistola de clavos.