Lost Twins 2 is an upcoming Steam game that shares a lot in common with Hazelight Studios’ acclaimed It Takes Two, despite coming from a small Pakistan-based indie team called Playdew. While Steam has seen many titles inspired by It Takes Two recently, this unique game looks like more than a mere copy.
One thing games inspired by It Takes Two aim for is the bond it creates between players through puzzles and obstacles, and Lost Twins 2 is no exception. What makes this upcoming indie title unique is both its wholesome atmosphere centered on familial love and its nostalgic art style.
Lost Twins 2 Is a Wholesome Puzzle Platformer with Solo and Co-Op Modes
Set for release on August 14, Lost Twins 2 features 33 puzzle and obstacle-oriented missions. Players can solve these in both single-player and local co-op modes, though cooperative play seems to be the way to go for the best experience. The good news is that fans can already play Lost Twins 2‘s demo on Steam for free to see if they like it.
Beyond its focus on cooperative puzzle-solving, Lost Twins 2 shares a story premise similar to that of It Takes Two. The game follows Abi and Ben, who are far from home and trying to return to their family by overcoming obstacles, and as they solve more puzzles and get closer to home, their bond steadily grows stronger. According to Playdew, the game’s art is inspired by Hayao Miyazaki’s work, featuring softly painted backgrounds, memorable characters, and fluid animations, unlike It Takes Two‘s Pixar-like style. Its world is also divided into three distinctive biomes: Frozen Castle, Shapes, and Toyzone, each featuring unique thematic puzzles.
An interesting fact about Lost Twins 2 is that its predecessor was a mobile puzzle game. Seeing the concept’s potential, the team at Playdew decided to expand the franchise and bring it to PC as well. As some developers have pointed out in interviews, the upcoming installment aims to appeal to a broader audience of all ages, creating an opportunity for the whole family to play together.
Those looking to get their hands on Lost Twins 2 should mark August 14 on their calendars. Its final price hasn’t been disclosed yet, but it’s expected to be affordable given the game’s scale. While waiting for Lost Twins 2‘s release, puzzle platformer fans can also check out other acclaimed co-op games on Steam, such as Split Fiction and Portal 2, both excellent titles for bonding with friends and family.
It Takes Two
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March 26, 2021
- ESRB
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T for Teen: Animated Blood, Comic Mischief, Fantasy Violence, Language
- Publisher(s)
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Electronic Arts
- Engine
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Unreal Engine 4
