Monument Valley 2+

Monument Valley and it’s sequel, Monument Valley 2, are gorgeous puzzle games that take the form of art. I’ve played both games and Monument Valley 2 compounds on the creativity and passion displayed in the first game. From resonant sound design to engaging puzzles, this game never frustrated me when I tried to solve puzzles, which is the key to a good puzzle game. Puzzles should show you everything up front and let you get to that aha! moment, and both Monument Valley games really excel in that philosophy. In particular, I think The Orchard level has to be my absolute favorite level the team at Ustwo games has made in the series. Love this game to the moon and back!

I played the original momument valley and I was blown away by the simple complexity the game had. This one I went in with expectations and left with them fullfilled and then some. I was also so happy to see our old friend the stack dude return! I was so sad when we lost him the first time, but this time HE HAS A DOOR! That completely blew me away. Guys don’t stop making this high quality games. Also, assembled with care is such an amazing and touching game if you’re reading this check it out. Its made by the same team and I think its so good.

The amount of love and attention crafted into each level is really something special, this is just one of those games where everything about it feels intentional and wonderful. So many things to say… it’s like playing with an intriguing toy, observing some mind bending & gorgeous art, figuring out clever & unique puzzle mechanics, & following a story that’s a meditation on love, learning, and & how we can transcend from nurturing that in each other. Lastly I just want to say the sound design and music is great and very very much appreciated, definitely play with headphones if you can.