Although some players may compare Soul Hackers 2 to the Shin Megami Tensei or Persona series, it does have some pretty stark differences. For one, the «social mechanics» are very simplistic, with players only having to spend time with their party members through Hangout Events or cutscene choices in order to increase their Soul Level. This level is really only relevant for unlocking specific gates in the Soul Matrix, allowing players to dive deeper into the past of each character and unlock additional aspects of their story (while also gaining access to certain items and skills).
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But players do have the option of hanging out with their group via one other mechanic. Players will be able to purchase and consume food in a «family style» setting, where all the party members will gather together to dig in. This isn't simply for fun either, as these food items have powerful buffs tied to them, giving players an edge in battle. Here's all players need to know about how food buffs work in Soul Hackers 2, as well as a look at some of the best buffs available.
In order to unlock the eating mechanic, players will need to progress through the «tutorial» sections, until they come across a boss fight against an enemy named R.S. After beating him and returning to the safe house, players will obtain the ability to consume food in the safe house menu. Once unlocked, players can consume whatever they have on hand. Consuming food will activate an appropriate buff, which will begin to take effect the next time that players are in an area in which combat takes place. Players should note, however, that the moment they leave the area and return to the Overworld (or another area) the buff will vanish. This means, that if
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