What could've been another routine poker simulation is livened up by terrific characters and suitable unlockables.
The game does come up short in the visual department. While the characters look great and some of the environmental details are worth noticing (hey, is that Mad Moxxi at the bar?!), they appear to be a touch below high definition. But you can at least see your cards, and with a poker game, that's important. Also, there's no real multiplayer angle here, but that's all right, because the characters provide enough charm that you won't mind playing solo.
Telltale's Poker Night 2 is probably one of the better card games we've played as of late, but surprisingly enough, it's not because of the actual poker, but rather the character interactions and unlockables you can earn. They're more than enough to justify the purchase of this game – especially if you're a fan of their franchises. Consider this a safe, yet hilarious, bet.
Score: 8.5 / 10
