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Review of The Sinking City 2 on PS5

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jan 2025
Cover image of The Sinking City 2 on PS5
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 01 Jan 2025
Genre: Survival horror
Developer: Frogwares
Publisher: Frogwares

Introduction

Welcome back to the drowning city, folks! If you loved the first ‘Sinking City’ and the comedic escapades of our favorite investigator, you’re in for a treat. The sequel, ‘The Sinking City 2,’ is not just an ambitious follow-up - it promises to soak your gaming experience in Lovecraftian horror, hand-sized monsters, and a nice blend of existential dread with an added dash of flailing around in water like a third-grader who just learned to swim.

Gameplay

Imagine a semi-open world where every corner may lead you to find horrible monsters lurking behind every corner, coupled with rising floodwaters increasingly making things chaotic as the game progresses. That’s right, prepare to dodge a multitude of tentacles while attempting not to step in a puddle that may very well be hiding a horror from your deepest nightmares. The inventory system has returned, which will allow you to hoard your resources like a raccoon that just discovered a dump on garbage day. Expect weapons ranging from guns to melee, all intended to maim whatever disturbed aquatic creature you’ll encounter on your journey. You’ll also have an optional investigation system to dig into potential secrets. Let’s be real, everyone loves to solve mysteries. Plus, it somehow feels like the Lazy Detective’s way of saying, “Look, I did some work!”

Graphics

Now, let's talk eye candy. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, ‘The Sinking City 2’ showcases graphic fidelity so good you might forget you’re not actually exploring a shadowy abyss. Arkham has never looked so beautifully haunting! The water simulation alone will have you staring longingly at your screen, hoping a miserable squid monster doesn't leap out and spoil the fun. The vibe is heavy on the dark, murky, and atmospheric. The types of visual aesthetic that’d fit perfectly into a horror film, or a Monday morning before coffee… you get the idea.

Conclusion

In summary, as we eagerly wait for its 2025 release, ‘The Sinking City 2’ is shaping up to be a wild ride through flood-tinged streets, distressingly squishy monsters, and the kind of investigative work that would make even Sherlock raise an eyebrow. It’s set to be a gripping blend of survival horror and adventure with enough twists to keep even the most intense gaming fans on their toes. We can’t wait to see what surprises the fanged fish folk have in store! Mark your calendars, folks, because this one promises to be a splashing good time - just bring a lifejacket.

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