Snezhinka: Sentinel Girls 2

I really need to know what Marie Kondo would say about Snezhinka. It’s a game that embodies her ideal of absolute minimalism down to the very last pixel. At first glance, it’s easy to dismiss it as a primitive title where you basically just stand around and shoot. But a closer look reveals that nothing is as simple as it seems. The art style is ingenious and perfectly captures the atmosphere of a dystopian world where humanity is fading away. And the gameplay, which is narrowly focused on shooting, is just as well thought out. Sometimes you just don’t need a game where you can do a lot of things, but one that lets you do one thing really well.

Snezhinka: Sentinel Girls 2 delivers on its high-tempo action and presents an intriguing story with multiple branching paths. The combat is tight, the visuals are great, and the soundtrack is incredible. However, the lack of voice acting, tedium of replaying scenes, and frustrating progression system hold it back from true greatness. With a bit more polish, such as better explanations for mechanics, the ability to retain co-worker levels, and a refined skip function, it could have easily been a gold-tier experience. As it stands, it’s worth playing, but be prepared for some grind and, some frustration. Snezhinka: Sentinel Girls 2 earns a well-deserved Thumb Culture Silver Award.