However, Blasphemous 2 pushes things further with its fascinating use of religion, and transgressive and taboo topics ripe for indie exploration.
With its haunted world, dark aesthetic, dense map, and punishing combat, Blasphemous 2 is a 2D Metroidvania take on the classic Dark Souls formula. That’s an achievement all by itself. However, Blasphemous 2 pushes things further with its fascinating use of religion, and transgressive and taboo topics ripe for indie exploration.