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Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf
2026 · Nintendo Switch · Nintendo Switch 2 · PC · PlayStation 4 · PlayStation 5 · Xbox One · Xbox Series X|S · Puzzle-platformer · Adventure · Stealth
6 scored sources · 5 countries contributing scores
Review consensus
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf is a confident sequel that expands the original’s cinematic puzzle-platforming without abandoning its distinctive identity. Critics consistently praise its striking art direction, atmospheric music, emotional wordless storytelling, and stronger cooperation between Lana and Mui. Mui’s expanded abilities and more varied environmental puzzles provide welcome depth, while the world’s ecological and technological themes give the adventure greater narrative weight. However, the game remains structurally familiar, and its opening fetch-quest section can feel slow or repetitive. Some water sequences and less inspired puzzles also frustrate, but the latter half delivers rewarding revelations and a memorable finale.
Limited geographic coverage. Treat this score as an early indication.
Last researched: 2026-09-12
Pros
- Beautiful, highly distinctive art direction and music
- More varied and satisfying Lana-and-Mui puzzles
- Compelling mysteries and emotional environmental storytelling
- Stronger, more responsive platforming than the original
Cons
- Opening sections can feel slow and padded
- Core formula remains familiar rather than revolutionary
- Some underwater sequences and puzzles are frustrating
- Cryptic storytelling may not appeal to everyone
Review sources
6 sources found across 5 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.
- Press Start · Australia · 85/100
- Console Creatures · Canada · 90/100
- Everyeye.it · Italy · 85/100
- Multiplayer.it · Italy · 85/100
- Vandal · Spain · 78/100
- GameSpot · United States · 80/100