Welcome to our Toukiden 2 review. Toukiden 2 is an action RPG on PS5, PC and more featuring open world exploration, real time combat, crafting, and co op monster hunting. Set in a world overrun by demons known as Oni, players take on the role of a Slayer tasked with protecting humanity by hunting powerful enemies and crafting stronger gear. Unlike earlier entries, Toukiden 2 introduces a more open world structure, allowing players to explore connected regions while taking on missions, gathering materials, and progressing through the story.
Here's where Toukiden 2 delivers and where it comes up short, with 4 pros and 4 cons drawn from our full metric breakdown.
Metric Gamer scores Toukiden 2 3.8/5 — "Toukiden 2 offers a solid monster hunting experience with strong combat and a more open approach to exploration than similar games. The progression system and gear crafting provide long term goals, while co op adds extra replayability. The visuals and world design are not as polished as newer titles, but the core gameplay loop remains enjoyable. It stands as a good alternative for players looking for a different take on the monster hunting genre."
Progression in Toukiden 2 is built around hunting Oni, gathering materials, and crafting stronger weapons and armour, which creates a steady and satisfying gameplay loop. New equipment and upgrades unlock regularly as missions are completed, giving players clear goals to work towards. The system is easy to understand and fits well with the open world structure, although it does not introduce many new ideas compared to other games in the genre. Overall, progression feels rewarding and consistent throughout the experience.
The visuals in Toukiden 2 are functional but clearly dated, especially when compared to more modern action RPGs. Character models and environments are detailed enough to support gameplay, but textures and animations can feel basic at times. Despite this, the art direction based on Japanese mythology helps give the game a distinct identity. The presentation works, but it is not a standout feature.
The open world structure is one of the game’s biggest changes, allowing players to move freely between regions instead of selecting isolated missions. This adds a sense of scale and makes exploration feel more natural, especially when tracking monsters or gathering materials. While some areas can feel repetitive over time, the connected world still offers more variety than earlier entries. It is a strong step forward for the series, even if it is not perfect.
Combat in Toukiden 2 is fast, responsive, and built around targeting specific parts of enemies to weaken them over time. Each weapon type offers a different playstyle, which encourages experimentation and keeps encounters engaging. The pacing strikes a good balance between accessibility and depth, making it easy to pick up but still rewarding to master. While it does not reach the complexity of some competitors, it remains one of the game’s strongest features.
Co op multiplayer allows players to team up and hunt Oni together, which adds variety and makes tougher missions more manageable. The system works well when playing with others, especially during longer hunts that benefit from coordination. However, the overall experience depends heavily on player availability, which can make matchmaking less consistent. It is a solid feature, but not as strong or active as in other similar games.
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