Planet of Lana 2 review: an emotional hand-painted sequel worth the wait

A boy and a cat creature look at a sunset.

(Image credit: Wishfully / Thunderful Games)

Publisher Thunderful Games

Developer Wishfully

Release date 5 March 2026

Format PlayStation 5 (reviewed), PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2

Platform Unity

There’s a rare kind of magic in games that feel both intimate and epic at the same time. Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf strikes this balance with confidence, extending Lana and her loyal companion Mui’s story across icy mountains and the depths of forgotten oceans. While the first game charmed with subtle storytelling and elegant 2D design, Planet of Lana 2 widens the scope, layering in (slightly) tougher puzzles, stealth sequences, greater movement, and a story that hits harder emotionally.