Jenavieve Rose on Nostr: Earthworm Jim 2 deviates from its predecessor in several ways. Instead of being a ...

Earthworm Jim 2 deviates from its predecessor in several ways. Instead of being a traditional run-and-gun platformer, every level is a new gameplay gimmick. Nearly every level introduces a unique gimmick, such as floating around a cave as a blind salamander while being serenaded by Beethoven’s Midnight Sonata or using your head as an inflatable balloon to navigate through a maze-like carnival. This variety of gameplay elements is both the game’s greatest strength and its weakness. Shiny is known for its innovative and unique games, but in the case of Earthworm Jim 2 the focus was on being unique at the cost of game flow, this focus resulted in a lack of cohesion and a game that never quite reaches its potential. While it’s still a fun game, the lack of focus prevents it from becoming truly great.

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