Peggle 2 is a good little game that's worth a go if you're new to the property or are a big fan of its predecessor. While addictive, though, the core gameplay can get repetitive at times, and this isn't helped by some samey level design and a general lack of fresh ideas. Indeed, the experience here is largely comparable to the original, but it does...
Peggle 22013
Peggle 2
2013 Electronic Arts74Good
Playtime
ModerateIt typically takes about 12 hours to finish the game.
Playable on
Included with
- EA Play
- Xbox Game PassStandard
Available on
- $11.99
- $11.99
Game modes
- 2 players
- 2–4 players
Details
- Launch
- December 9, 2013
- Developer
- PopCap Games
- Publisher
- Electronic Arts
- Themes
- -
Overview
Peggle 2 is a puzzle video game where you shoot balls at orange and blue pegs in order to finish the level. You have to hit all the orange pegs in order to complete the level, and you can shoot the blue pegs to get more points. You can hit green pegs which give you a special ability which will help you clear more pegs faster and easier. There a multiple different funny characters you can play as, and each character has a special unique ability.
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Reception
Press77
Players84
GoodGreat- Metacritic77from 39 reviews
- OpenCritic76from 32 reviews
It's a hoot while it lasts, but the Xbox One-exclusive sequel to PopCap's popular puzzler feels a bit abbreviated.
Peggle 2 is a great follow-up to the addiction we all have. I am happy to once again play in short bursts, especially on Xbox One where I can do it while other games are downloading or installing. It isn't going to set the world on fire, or change the series. It is Peggle, and if you want more Peggle, you will get exactly that here. For the price it...
It runs with minimal loads, has a wondrously vibrant color palette, and the sound is exceptional on home theater systems. But ultimately, players' need for more Peggle will dictate whether they pick this game up now for $12, or wait for the inevitable, and likely cheaper, mobile release.
Even with the problems, Peggle 2 is still Peggle.
