Review by Steady_Hands

Beyond Two Souls is an action-adventure game that struggles with its mechanics, particularly during action sequences. The interface is mostly confusing, with unclear prompts that lead to frustration during wuick-time events, which are central to the gameplay.

The narrative is ambitious but often illogical. Jodie's superpowers, facilitated by a spirit called Aiden, are inconsistently applied throughout the story. This inconsistency often makes the plot feel disjointed and unpredictable in a way that doesn't serve the narrative well. The game's attempt to explore complex themes like government corruption and personal trauma are good themes, but these elements are overshadowed by less compelling story arcs. The main good thing in the game's narrative is the portrayal of the CIA as a corrupt and evil organization, which aligns well with the real world.

Importantly, some parts of the game are simple mundane chores, such as cleaning the house or cooking, which makes the experience dull instead of an engaging adventure. These sections completely lack the excitement and tension that other chapters provide, leading to uneven pacing.

While Beyond Two Souls has its good moments, it is marred by poor gameplay mechanics and inconsistent narrative elements that unfortunately ruins the game.