Introduction

It's not every day you get to play as a girl who can float around like she's on the set of a poorly organized fairy tale. Welcome to "Gravity Rush 2," where gravity is a mere suggestion and the laws of physics took a vacation in the Bermuda Triangle. If you thought the first game was a spinner in the funhouse, buckle up because this sequel is straight-up sky diving without a parachute.

Gameplay

In 'Gravity Rush 2', players are given the fantastic ability to manipulate gravity, and it's as fun as it sounds-and way less painful than it looks. Kat, our gravity-defying protagonist, can switch between three gravity styles, akin to changing outfits for a first date: Original for stability, Lunar for speed, and Jupiter for when you need to smack your enemies around with more force than a stampede of charging hippos. Missions are plentiful, with about three times as many as its predecessor. That's right-this game wants you with it for 20 to 40 hours, depending on how many times you get sidetracked criticizing NPCs' hairstyles. The game is loaded with chatty citizens who are more than willing to strike up conversations about their lives while you're just trying to figure out how to avoid another traffic light. From battling your way through human soldiers sporting combat mechs to teaming up with your old frenemy Raven, the game keeps combat interesting. Admittedly, the camera sometimes struggles inside smaller spaces like a toddler trying to put on their shoes, but it mostly keeps up when soaring through the sky at breakneck speeds. Think of it as your drunk uncle trying to keep up with the family at a holiday party.

Graphics

Visually, 'Gravity Rush 2' looks like a neon explosion in a candy store-delightfully vibrant, but not too sickening to handle. With a world that's roughly 2.5 times larger than its predecessor, the graphics pop with a charm reminiscent of anime and comic books, proving that you've never truly lived until you've seen a cartoon city under a sky the color of toothpaste. Cities are alive with bustling characters, and let's face it, how often do you get to dress up your superheroess in a ridiculously stylish costume from 'Nier: Automata'? As for performance, it's a fairly smooth ride. You will occasionally find yourself wondering if the designers thought "frame rate" was a trendy city in Japan, but it rarely breaks immersion. Unless, of course, you're taking a scenic float through town and your camera suddenly decides to get stuck behind a lamppost. No, sadly it's not because you're defying gravity-it's just the game getting cozy.

Conclusion

While 'Gravity Rush 2' may not have enjoyed the commercial success it deserved-likely overshadowed by more blockbuster giants-it undeniably shines as a cult classic. With dynamic gameplay, a world that practically invites you to explore every nook and cranny like a bored tourist, and a protagonist you can root for (even if she throws other characters under the bus-or rather, through a gravitational vortex), it's a must-play for action-adventure lovers. Whether you're a fan of thrilling combat, a good story, or just looking for an excuse to fly around like an incredibly overpowered bird, 'Gravity Rush 2' has you covered. Just remember: if you happen to get lost in the vastness of its open world, well, that's just more time to appreciate all the pretty colors.

See Latest Prices for Gravity Rush 2 on PS4 on Amazon