Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis

Free-to-play online action RPG with open-field combat and customization

SEGA · Released Aug 5, 2020

Action Massively Multiplayer RPG Free To Play

Reviews: Mixed; 69% of 25K
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 672; peak 24h 906
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update: Unknown; no patch notes found

What is Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis?

This free-to-play chapter of Phantasy Star Online 2 is a multiplayer action RPG set across a vast open field in a new world. You create a character, fight enemies, and traverse terrain with Photon Dash and Photon Glide, with up to 32 people sharing the field.

For you if...

+you enjoy detailed anime-style character creation and fashion
+you want fast combat and open-field movement
+you like multiplayer grinding and gradual character progression

Not for you if...

−you want a story-driven RPG with a substantial endgame
−you dislike repetitive gear grinding and short activities
−you expect New Genesis to play like base PSO2

What players say

69% of 24,692 reviews are positive

Players most often praise the detailed character creator and smooth, responsive combat and movement. Common complaints describe repetitive grinding, a thin endgame, and updates centered more on short-lived activities and paid cosmetics than substantial new content.

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