A Bold New Journey: From Hell to Heaven — and Beyond

Monster Train 2 flips the script of the original. Where players once defended Hell from angelic forces, now they must reclaim Heaven from the fearsome “Titans.” In an unexpected twist, demons and angels form an uneasy alliance to battle these new enemies.

Players once again control a train-bound battleground, climbing through iconic three-tiered vertical arenas, now filled with even more strategic tension and narrative stakes.

Enhanced Gameplay: More Strategy, More Customization, More Chaos

Shiny Shoe has massively expanded on what made the original Monster Train such a hit.

Five All-New Clans:

  • The Banished (angelic exiles)
  • The Pyborn (dragon-like beings)
  • Luna Coven, Underle Legion, and Lazarus League (unlockable via challenges)

Each clan brings unique mechanics and synergies, drastically shaping your strategy and deckbuilding approach.

New Card Types:

  • Room Cards: Deploy battlefield-wide effects, dramatically impacting strategy across floors.
  • Equipment Cards: Apply bonuses and debuffs to units; fuse them to unlock powerful combinations for unstoppable builds.

Customizable Pyre Hearts:

Each Pyre Heart is now more than just a lifeline — it's a key component in storytelling and gameplay, offering passive effects and personalized builds.

Highlights:

  • Release Date: May 21, 2025
  • Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch
  • Day-One Xbox Game Pass launch
  • New Clans, Cards, Modes & Enemies
  • Quality of Life Improvements including Undo & Restart
  • Critical Acclaim: 88+ Metacritic Score
  • Developed by Shiny Shoe, Published by Big Fan Games

Dangerous Foes and Deeper Challenges

Monster Train 2 brings new enemy factions and the terrifying Titans to the forefront. These new enemies require fresh tactics and demand deeper deck synergy and adaptability.

Fan-Favorite Modes Return — and Then Some!

Returning and enhanced gameplay modes include:

  • Daily Challenges: Compete globally with unique run mutators
  • Custom Challenges: Craft and share your own scenarios
  • Hell Rush: 8-player real-time multiplayer
  • Endless Mode: Survive infinite difficulty waves
  • Dimensional Challenges: Dev-created rulesets with exclusive cosmetics

Built for Players: Quality of Life Enhancements

Listening closely to fan feedback, Shiny Shoe implemented major usability upgrades:

  • Undo Button: Retry a single round for better strategy control
  • Fight Restart: Begin a battle anew if needed
  • Improved Tooltips: Smoother onboarding for new players and clearer gameplay

These changes empower players without diminishing the game's challenge or intensity.

Critical Reception: A Hit Straight Out of the Station

Early reviews have been overwhelmingly positive, with Monster Train 2 currently holding a Metacritic score of 88 and climbing. Critics praise its innovation, depth, and replayability, calling it a model sequel that enhances every aspect of the original.

All Aboard the Monster Train 2 Hype Train!

With expanded systems, richer strategy, and unmatched replayability, Monster Train 2 is shaping up to be a genre-defining title in 2025. Whether you’re a returning fan or a curious newcomer, there’s never been a better time to jump aboard.