One of this year's best open-world RPGs is also the biggest VR hit since Half-Life Alyx
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Asgard’s Wrath 2 is the most acclaimed VR game since Half-Life Alyx, mainly because of how it seamlessly adapts the open-world RPG experience onto virtual reality goggles.
But what makes Asgard’s Wrath 2’s release especially noteworthy is the universally perfect reviews. OnMetacritic, the game sits at an average score of 94 based on 11 critic reviews, indicating universal acclaim. For reference, Baldur’s Gate 3, our game of the year, has a 96 aggregate score. User reviews thus far have been almost as enthusiastic with an average score of 86.
Following the first game’s ending, the sequel has players seeking revenge on the traitorous Norse God Loki in an unexpected Egyptian setting. There, we need to interact with the Gods of Egypt to plot our comeback, all while engaging in your usual RPG side quests, mini-games, and boss battles. Asgard’s Wrath 2 has four playable (possessable) characters, each with their own skill trees and storylines. Sounds like an ambitious endeavor for any game.
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Kaan freelances for various websites including Rock Paper Shotgun, Eurogamer, and this one, Gamesradar. He particularly enjoys writing about spooky indies, throwback RPGs, and anything that’s vaguely silly. Also has an English Literature and Film Studies degree that he’ll soon forget.
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