Review by Jon Donnis
Sokobos 2 is a quietly clever puzzle game that takes the classic block-pushing formula and gives it a fresh spin. At its heart, you are loading vases into a cart, but here's the catch: the cart moves too, turning a simple task into a surprisingly satisfying mental workout. It's small, handcrafted puzzles like this that deliver those "aha!" moments you remember, and the game doesn't just rely on repetition. Objects behave in interesting ways: some sink, some float, and some can even form one-time bridges when pushed into water, making you rethink every move.
Set in Ancient Greece, the story is lightly woven through the gameplay. You've upset the Gods and are condemned to collect vases for eternity. It's a nice touch that gives the puzzles a little extra character without ever getting in the way of the solving. Beyond the vases and cart, there are gates, pressure plates, and water mechanics that introduce clever interactions without ever feeling overwhelming. The game is patient in teaching you the rules, then trusts your problem-solving skills for the tougher challenges later on.
Visually, it keeps things minimal, which works perfectly. There's no distraction, just you, the vases, and the puzzles. For newcomers, the learning curve is gentle. For veterans of Sokoban-style games, there's enough nuance and originality to keep things interesting. It feels like the developers learned from the original Sokobos, which sometimes dragged with overly large levels and too many moves. Sokobos 2 keeps it simple and satisfying.
Launching on Steam on 19 September 2025 for $9.99, with a 15% discount at release, it's available for Windows, Linux, and Mac. Overall, it's a solid little puzzle game that respects your time and your brain. I'd give Sokobos 2 a strong 8 out of 10.
