Machinarium 2: What the 17-Year-Later Sequel Means for You
For fans of classic point-and-click adventures, Machinarium 2 promises a nostalgic return with modern twists, and it signals that Amanita Design is still committed to its beloved robot universe. The s…
For fans of classic point-and-click adventures, Machinarium 2 promises a nostalgic return with modern twists, and it signals that Amanita Design is still committed to its beloved robot universe. The s…
Key points - Amanita Design has announced Machinarium 2, a sequel to the 2009 indie adventure, 17 years after the original. - The game features both Josef and Berta as playable characters, swappable at will, working together to solve puzzles. - Composer Tomáš Dvořák (Floex) returns to create a more melodic and mature soundtrack for the sequel. - The story picks up after Josef and Berta escape the city and crash-land in a hidden valley with two robot tribes facing power shortages. - No release date is set, but the game is available to wishlist on Steam and GOG.
Timeline - 2009: Original Machinarium released by Amanita Design. - 2009-2026: Amanita releases Botanicula, Chuchel, Creaks, and Phonopolis, but no Machinarium sequel. - 2026: Machinarium 2 announced, 17 years after the original.
FAQ
Q: When is Machinarium 2 coming out? A: No release date has been announced yet, but you can wishlist it on Steam and GOG to get notified when it's available.
Q: Can I play as both Josef and Berta? A: Yes, for the first time in the series, both characters are playable and you can swap between them at will to solve puzzles together.
Q: Is the original composer returning for the soundtrack? A: Yes, Tomáš Dvořák (Floex) is back. He describes the new soundtrack as more melodic, simpler, and more mature than the original.
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