A true cult hit finally returns for more, like In the moonlight 2 was officially revealed, around six years after the first. The daring merchant Will is back, and this time he’s tackling even more complex dungeons, fortunately also with a few extra tricks up his sleeve.

The first In the moonlight didn’t exactly set the world on fire when it was released in 2018, but word of mouth managed to build a fervent following for the charming roguelike game. The concept was clever: you are a trader, Will, who plays Indiana Jones at night exploring caves and other areas full of danger and intrigue.

He would have to balance his usual life with his moonlighting banter (hence the title), creating a deep and captivating relationship. role play. The response was strong enough that developer Digital Sun released a DLC in 2019, Between Dimensions, and now we have a full follow-up to jump into.

You can see the greater ambition right from the start. The 16-bit art of the former has been replaced with smoother full 3D, retaining the isometric view we’ve also seen in games like Tunic. Areas and encounters in Moonlighter 2 therefore seem considerably larger and more intimidating.

The gameplay loop has also become deeper. You rummage through various “vaults” (hence the subtitle The Endless Vault) to find treasures to sell, then appraise and display your items so people respect your antiques. During this time, part of your expenses in the fantasy game will also help your friends. Supporting those around you can be a difficult task, but someone has to do it. You’ll also have plenty more weapons and other items to help you – after all, Will is no longer an amateur.

Moonlighter 2 The Endless Vault is coming to PC in 2025and you can check out the Steam page here. The original is also available, as well as Cataclismo, another version from Digital Sun and one of the most discreet. best strategy games of the year. Alternatively, you can find other excellent action games on our list of recommendations.

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