Users wrote

Dishonored 2 is seen as a strong, refined sequel to Dishonored 1, with improved stealth, level design, and world-building. Players can choose between Emily and Corvo, with two different power sets and many routes, and the game emphasizes player choices that influence outcomes. Visuals, art direction, and sound design are repeatedly praised for atmosphere and immersion. However, reviewers frequently note that the story isn't as strong or cohesive as the first game, some consider it derivative; and there are ongoing concerns about performance, bugs, crashes, and occasional ending anticlimaxes. Some players also wish the game were longer.

Last updated: 2026-03-06

Most Mentioned Advantages

• Strong level design with replayability (12 mentions) - The game is repeatedly described as having level designs that are intricate, with multiple routes and playstyles. Maps are praised as creative and well laid out, supporting replayability.
• World-building, visuals and sound (11 mentions) - Reviewers highlight the rich world-building, lore, atmosphere, and strong visuals and sound design, including outstanding voice acting.
• Two playable characters with distinct powers (11 mentions) - Many reviews note that playing as Emily or Corvo offers different powers and experiences, boosting variety and replay value.
• Stealth mechanics are excellent (9 mentions) - Reviewers consistently praise the stealth gameplay as refined and satisfying, with players able to approach levels in multiple ways and through non-lethal means. It is described as some of the best stealth in gaming and a core strength of the game. Several reviews highlight good balance and responsive systems that reward stealthy play.
• Choices matter and affect outcomes (7 mentions) - Reviewers emphasize that player decisions influence the world and endings, with meaningful branching and a reactive narrative.

Most Mentioned Disadvantages

• Story not as strong or derivative (10 mentions) - A number of reviews feel the narrative is weaker than the original Dishonored, or derivative, and doesn’t achieve the same impact.
• Technical issues and performance problems (10 mentions) - Several reviews report launch problems, crashes, low frame rates, and the need for patches or workarounds.
• Ending is anticlimactic (4 mentions) - Some reviewers describe the ending as anticlimactic or unsatisfying, undermining the otherwise strong game.
• Short length (2 mentions) - A couple of reviewers note the game is not very long, around six hours, which they feel is too short for a full sequel.

Compared Games

• Dishonored (6 mentions) - Dishonored 2 is often compared to the first game, with many reviewers calling it an improvement in many areas, though some feel the story is stronger in the original.
• Thief (2 mentions) - Some reviewers compare the game to the Thief reboot, noting it isn’t as immersive as that title.