Microsoft is steadily expanding its Xbox Game Pass library, and just yesterday, subscribers were treated to a brand-new addition.
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf has officially joined the service. The title is available through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass on Xbox Series X/S, PC, mobile devices via the cloud, and the Xbox handheld console.
This project is the sequel to the highly acclaimed 2023 adventure platformer, Planet of Lana. In this new chapter, players embark on another sci-fi journey alongside Lana and her loyal companion, Mui. The duo must navigate unfamiliar landscapes, solve intricate environmental puzzles, uncover the world’s deepest mysteries, and face off against threats that are reshaping their planet. The developers have focused on a cinematic experience, driving the story through fluid animation, a moving musical score, and character-driven emotions.
Early critical reception has been very positive, with Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf currently holding an 84% rating on OpenCritic.
Reviewers have specifically lauded the game’s distinctive art style, poignant narrative, and clever puzzles that successfully build upon the original’s concepts. Critics also pointed to more diverse gameplay, fresh mechanics, and the natural evolution of the relationship between Lana and Mui. Many view the game as a more expansive and ambitious sequel that enhances nearly every aspect of the foundation laid by the original.