BRUTAL JOHN 2

Early access since Jul 2025

Join BRUTAL JOHN and BRUTAL DOG in a ultraviolent old-school FPS set in a world overrun by crypto-mining technologies, where it’s up to you to destroy them and reclaim control. Prepare for an adrenaline ride that pays homage to the best shooters of the '90s.

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $12.99

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Evaluation

BRUTAL JOHN 2 entered Early Access on July 22, 2025 and has been actively developed by a three-person team, shipping five major content updates at a consistent pace of roughly every 6–12 weeks: - Content Update #1 (September 23, 2025): Added Levels 12–13 - Content Update #2 (November 9, 2025): Added Levels 14–15 - Content Update #3 (December 18, 2025): Added Level 16 - Content Update #4 "Story Finale" (March 9, 2026): Added Levels 17–18, completing the main story campaign - Content Update #5 "The Vault" (June 15, 2026): Added 13 restored cut levels, concept art, behind-the-scenes materials, and the official soundtrack The most recent developer post, dated August 6, 2026, provides detailed near-term plans. Content Update #6 is confirmed for approximately September 17, 2026 and will add a new secret level. The post also outlines what the full 1.0 release — still planned for later in 2026 — will include: 2 new weapon upgrades, a Nightmare Difficulty mode, graphical improvements, restored campaign content, and various quality-of-life changes. The developer notes that reviews and continued sales support are critical for the small team to keep delivering updates. Development remains active and on track according to these communications.

Evidence

Developer confirms Content Update #6 (new secret level) is coming around September 17, 2026, and outlines 1.0 release plans including 2 new weapon upgrades, Nightmare Difficulty, graphical improvements, and additional campaign content.

news post · Aug 6, 2026 source content planned

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Content Update #5 'The Vault' shipped on June 15, 2026, adding 13 restored cut levels, concept art, soundtrack, and behind-the-scenes materials. Developer announced Mini-Content Update #6 for August 2026 and 1.0 release for Q3 2026.

news post · Jun 15, 2026 source content shipped

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Details

Developer

OldSchool Laws Team

Publisher

OldSchool Laws Team

Achievements

Platform

Windows

Controller

full support

Steam Deck

Verified

Players

Single-player

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About this game

Those who control crypto-mining — control the world.

And only two real men can stop this madness — BRUTAL JOHN and BRUTAL DOG.

Experience BRUTAL JOHN 2, a mind-blowing fusion of the best old-school FPS shooters, like Duke Nukem, Serious Sam, Doom, and Half-Life. Immerse yourself in a heart-stopping, ultraviolent gaming experience that's sure to get your adrenaline pumping.

Prepare for a mind-blowing adventure in the year 2090, where the entire world is controlled by the ruthless crypto-mining mutant, Luzilian. With humanity's fate in his merciless and greedy grip, he has brought the global economy to its knees and left the earth teetering on the edge of disaster.

Key Features :

Crazy Storyline. Save the world from the crypto-mining madness.
A true Old-School FPS, featuring retro-inspired graphics and gameplay that pays homage to the legendary FPS classics of the '90s.
Play as Brutal John and his loyal companion Brutal Dog, each with their own unique storyline levels.
Wield a devastating arsenal of weapons, and experience an ultra-detailed gibbing system where every shot dismembers enemies with gory details.
Epic Boss Battles. Face off against giant brain machines, and grotesque alien overlords.
Explore the universe! Uncover secrets and hidden Easter Eggs across the entire game.