Axiom Verge 2 Has Been Delayed Until The First Half Of Next Year

Axiom Verge is my second favorite indie game. I don't mind waiting at all. Plus I got plenty else to play. Take your time. Get it right.

One of the best games I own on Wii u, bought the soundtrack too cause the music is just fantastic. While I'm looking forward to the sequel I'd rather he takes as long as he needs to complete it properly. Either way it'll be a day 1 buy for me

Honestly, I don't mind waiting at all. I could wait for this game for a decade and I would only be a little dead on the inside.

I say take all the time he needs! Axiom Verge sold me on indie games.

First game was fantastic; groove to the soundtrack constantly. Looking forward to part 2!

@Giygas_95 Truly. This game needs, in my opinion, to succeed at story and music as much as gameplay to be a worthy sequel.

Given all I've read about Mr. Happ's family situation, I'm glad we're getting the game as it is.

@0blivion I listen to the soundtrack a lot too. Favorite themes are the main theme, Amnesia, and Without Place.

I hope he takes all the time he needs! I still would say that Axiom Verge is the definitive example of a Metroidvania. I know Hollow Knight gets way overhyped for that, but Axiom Verge is the only current game I've played that manages to recapture that uniquely lonely feel of the old Metroid games.

Could we at least get the soundtrack released ASAP? 😁
That was my favorite part of the first game.

I buy the first one on the WiiU.
It’s amazing!

He could delay it for years and, sure id be sad, but i wouldnt mind as i know it will be effing great. Cannot wait to play it next year.

No qualms here! I want the sequel to be every bit as good as the first one. I truly loved playing the first on Nintendo Switch.

Even the delays remind me of Metroid.

@Giygas_95 Bro- you, me? The same.

The first game is amongst the very best indie games of all time. I can wait for a sequel of equivalent quality

@LEGEND_MARIOID I thought it was really cool too. Just my kinda game. Trying to cut down on gaming purchases but would give this a go if it reviews decently

I must admit I'm slightly bewildered by the level of love for the first game. I like a metroidvania as much as the next guy but it didn't really grab me so I never got around to finishing it. The gushing praise makes me feel like I need to go back and give it another shot. Sequel looks lovely too.

Take all the time you need!

A rushed game is forever bad, a delayed game is eventually good.

@ian_beale I rarely finish a metroidvania. I love them, but often get distracted, tired of it, it loses its pace somewhere, I get frustrated by a bossfight... I finished the first Axiom Verge twice in a row and still wanted more without feeling like the game was too short or anything. Every detail feels just right. Music, story, environments, animations, weapons,...

I have the first game on Wii U and still haven't played it. However with a sequel around the corner this will prompt me to give it a go.

@SwitchVogel And thanks to your statement my good sir I'm really interested on getting this game.

Although I would say that Hollow Knight deserve its praise, had a terrific time playing it and I'm looking forward to Silksong

Bummer, was my most anticipated game of 2020. I'm ok with the delay though.

@ian_beale I felt the same way at first too, but after finishing it I'm hooked. I think for me it's all about the story and the world. So intriguing.

I gave the first fame a go but never really got into it, which was a shame. I might try again over the coming months

I did love Axiom Verge.

I am fine with a delay, Tom really created a great experience in Axiom Verge. Highly anticipating the sequel, 2020 has been rough for many people. I hope Mr. Happ's family is doing well. Take as much time as you need, the wait will be worth it.

Insert Myamoto quote here,

Take your time. Gives me an excuse to go back to the originals and complete it this time. I got stuck, distracted and moved on but loved the experience. Great atmosphere, which for me is key to these kinds of games, the controls were super tight too.

@Lugazz It definitely does, but that's because it added a lot on top of the traditional Metroidvania format, namely the soulslike combat system. Hollow Knight is still up there in my list, but I personally prefer the more old school vibes of Axiom Verge. There's nothing quite like it!

Fair enough. I couldn’t have played it before then anyway due to backlog and I’d rather it was as good as it can be

damnnnn, I was looking forward to this. Oh well, it'll be a game to look forward to in the new year 👍

Hollow Knight was highly polished but....depressing. It's not really a game I would play again for fun like Axiom Verge.

Its a shame but I can wait, absolutely love the first game its amazing. Easily one of the best indie games ever.

Love Axiom Verge. This man has a lot on his plate, and has done all of this on his own. He deserves to do it at his own pace and find enjoyment in the process.

I love the first Axiom Verge. Its right up there with Shovel Knight as the best indie games. The soundtrack is amazing

@Giygas_95 curious to know what your favorite indie game is.

@PuppyToucher Hyper Light Drifter. On that note, I wonder when we'll hear about Solar Ash Kingdom again. I hope it'll be as good.

Edit: Apparently it's just called Solar Ash now.

This reminds me, need to play through first game at some point, picked it up physical and never got round to playing it

Need to play axiom verge properly one day played for an hour or so but got lost or distracted or something. Liked what I played. @Giygas_95 hldrifter is awesome , I love the colour palette and gameplay. That map was a bitch tho! I got over half way I think and then couldn’t find a switch or lever then gave up. One day xx

@Dragonslacker1 It's worth it. Hyper Light Drifter is amazing. The map does get pretty confusing on the Eastern zone though (my least favorite of the areas in the game). My favorites are the Western woods with it's neon blue and pink color pallette and the Southern desert which is essentially a bunch of smaller dungeons each with their own bosses.

I was curious when it would be coming and am no way disappointed in a delay. I actually started a new file to reply the game a year after my first completion. I really loved the first one and it was a huge game for me while recovering from ACL surgery last year. Super excited for the sequel! Rather have something polished than rushed.

I had no idea about a sequel. Neat. I enjoyed the first one quite a bit.

Take your time. I'll patiently wait and snag it day one.

It will be worth the wait

I generally like Metroidvania games, but the limited color palette of the first one put me off. This one looks more varied and appealing, so may give it a try if the reviews are good.